Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Webs.ie ("Service", "Platform", "we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using our website at https://webs.ie, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE THE SERVICE.

2. Description of Service

Webs.ie provides an AI-powered SEO content generation platform that:

• Generates SEO-optimized articles using OpenAI GPT-4 and Perplexity AI
• Performs keyword research via DataForSEO API
• Creates content briefs with outlines, meta descriptions, and FAQ sections
• Conducts website audits using Lighthouse metrics
• Provides content management and export functionality

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Registration

To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

3.2 Account Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account. By creating an account, you represent that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• You are not prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms or our Acceptable Use Policy
• Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
• Abuse or misuse the Service
• Fail to pay fees owed

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service in compliance with our Acceptable Use Policy. Prohibited activities include:

• Generating content that infringes intellectual property rights
• Creating harmful, offensive, or illegal content
• Attempting to access unauthorized areas of the Service
• Reverse engineering or decompiling the Service
• Scraping or automated data extraction
• Reselling or redistributing the Service without authorization

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, code, features, branding, and content, is owned by Webs.ie and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit to the Service ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:

• Store, process, and display your User Content
• Generate articles based on your topics and preferences
• Improve our AI models and Service features (aggregated, anonymized data only)

5.3 Generated Content

AI-generated articles created through the Service are licensed to you for commercial and personal use. However, you acknowledge that:

• AI-generated content may not be copyrightable in all jurisdictions
• You are responsible for reviewing, editing, and ensuring accuracy
• We do not guarantee uniqueness or originality of generated content
• Similar content may be generated for other users with similar inputs

6. Payment Terms

6.1 Subscription Plans

We offer various subscription plans with different features and limits. By subscribing, you agree to:

• Pay all fees associated with your chosen plan
• Provide accurate payment information
• Authorize recurring charges (if applicable)

6.2 Billing and Charges

• Payment Processing: All payments are processed securely via Stripe
• Recurring Billing: Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled
• Price Changes: We may change prices with 30 days' notice
• Late Payments: Overdue accounts may be suspended or terminated

6.3 Refund Policy

• Free Trial: Cancel anytime during the trial period for no charge
• Paid Plans: No refunds for partial months or unused services
• Exceptional Cases: Refunds may be considered for service outages or billing errors

6.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Upon cancellation:

• Your access continues until the end of the current billing period
• No refunds are provided for the remaining period
• Your data is retained for 30 days, then permanently deleted

7. Service Availability and Support

7.1 Service Uptime

We strive to provide 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance (with advance notice)
• Emergency updates or security patches
• Third-party service disruptions (OpenAI, DataForSEO, Cloudflare)
• Force majeure events beyond our control

7.2 Customer Support

• Email Support: Available to all users
• Response Time: Within 24-48 hours (business days)
• Priority Support: Available for premium plan subscribers

8. Data Privacy and Security

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.

We implement industry-standard security measures, but you acknowledge that:

• No system is completely secure
• You are responsible for maintaining password security
• We are not liable for unauthorized access due to your negligence

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party APIs and services:

• OpenAI: AI content generation (subject to OpenAI's terms)
• Perplexity AI: Research and factual data
• DataForSEO: Keyword research and SEO metrics
• Cloudflare: Hosting, CDN, and security
• Stripe: Payment processing

We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or policies of these third-party services. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and conditions.

10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

10.1 Service "AS IS"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of generated content
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

10.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WEBS.IE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from third-party services (OpenAI, DataForSEO, etc.)
• Errors, inaccuracies, or issues in AI-generated content

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS.

10.3 Accuracy of Generated Content

AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or outdated information. You are solely responsible for:

• Reviewing and fact-checking all generated content
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Verifying that content does not infringe intellectual property rights
• Editing content to meet your specific needs and standards

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Webs.ie, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Violation of these Terms or applicable laws
• Infringement of third-party intellectual property rights
• Content you submit or generate using the Service

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ireland, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Arbitration (Where Applicable)

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law. You waive the right to participate in class-action lawsuits.

12.3 Exceptions

Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property infringement or breach of confidentiality obligations.

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective:

• Immediately upon posting for minor clarifications
• 30 days after notice for material changes

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you disagree, you must stop using the Service and cancel your account.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Acceptable Use Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Webs.ie.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: legal@webs.ie
• Support: support@webs.ie
• Website: https://webs.ie