These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and ThesisFlow AI ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") governing your access to and use of the ThesisFlow AI research assistant platform, including all related websites, mobile applications, and services (collectively, the "Service").
By creating an account, accessing, or using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.
2. Definitions
For purposes of these Terms:
"Service" means the ThesisFlow AI platform, including all features, content, and functionality
"User Content" means any data, text, documents, or other materials you upload or submit to the Service
"Subscription" means the paid plan you select for access to premium features
"Academic Work" means research papers, theses, dissertations, and related scholarly work
"AI Services" means artificial intelligence and machine learning features provided through the Service
3. Eligibility
You must meet the following requirements to use our Service:
Age: You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 in the EEA)
Capacity: You must have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
Compliance: You must not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws
Account Integrity: You must provide accurate and complete information
If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
4. Account Registration and Security
4.1 Account Creation
To access certain features, you must create an account by providing:
Valid email address
Secure password
Academic institution or affiliation (optional)
Research field and interests
4.2 Account Security
You are responsible for:
Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
All activities that occur under your account
Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
Not sharing your account with others
4.3 Accuracy of Information
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update such information to maintain its accuracy.
5. License and Access Rights
5.1 License Grant
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for your personal academic and research purposes.
5.2 License Restrictions
You may NOT:
Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Service
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
Remove or alter any proprietary notices
Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization
Access the Service through automated means (bots, scrapers)
Resell or redistribute the Service or any part thereof
5.3 Subscription Tiers
Different subscription tiers may provide access to different features, including:
Free Tier: Basic features with usage limitations
Pro Tier: Enhanced features, higher limits, priority support
Illegal Activities: Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarize, cheat, or violate academic integrity policies
Harassment: Harass, abuse, threaten, or intimidate others
Misinformation: Spread false or misleading information
Spam: Send unsolicited communications or advertisements
Malicious Code: Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code
Security Violations: Attempt to breach security or access unauthorized data
Interference: Disrupt or interfere with the Service's operation
6.2 Academic Integrity
While our Service provides AI-assisted research support, you are responsible for ensuring your use complies with your institution's academic integrity policies. The Service is designed to assist, not replace, your own research and writing.
7. User Content and Data
7.1 Ownership
You retain all rights to your User Content. By uploading content to the Service, you do not transfer ownership to us.
7.2 License to Use
You grant us a limited, worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, store, and process your User Content solely to provide and improve the Service. This includes:
Processing your content through AI models
Generating research insights and recommendations
Enabling collaboration features you choose to use
Creating anonymized, aggregated data for service improvement
7.3 Content Responsibilities
You represent and warrant that:
You own or have necessary rights to your User Content
Your content does not violate third-party rights
Your content complies with these Terms and applicable laws
Your content does not contain confidential information you don't have permission to share
7.4 Content Removal
We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or applicable laws, but we have no obligation to monitor content.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
8.1 Our Property
The Service, including all content, features, functionality, software, and design elements, is owned by ThesisFlow AI and protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Trademarks
"ThesisFlow AI," our logo, and all related names, logos, and slogans are trademarks of our company. You may not use these without our prior written permission.
8.3 Feedback
Any suggestions, ideas, or feedback you provide regarding the Service becomes our property. We may use this feedback without obligation or compensation to you.
9. Payment and Billing
9.1 Subscription Fees
Certain features require a paid subscription. By subscribing, you agree to pay the applicable fees for the selected plan.
9.2 Billing Terms
Recurring Charges: Subscriptions renew automatically until cancelled
Payment Methods: We accept major credit cards and other specified payment methods
Billing Cycle: Charges occur monthly or annually based on your selection
Price Changes: We will notify you 30 days before any price increases
9.3 Refund Policy
Subscription fees are generally non-refundable except as required by law or as stated in our refund policy. We may provide prorated refunds on a case-by-case basis.
9.4 Free Trials
Free trials may be offered for certain subscription tiers. You will be charged at the end of the trial period unless you cancel before it ends. We may require payment information to start a trial.
9.5 Usage Limits
Some features have usage limits (e.g., API calls, token limits). Exceeding these limits may result in additional charges or temporary service restrictions.
10. Termination and Suspension
10.1 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings or by contacting support. Termination does not relieve you of any payment obligations.
10.2 Termination by Us
We may suspend or terminate your account immediately if:
You violate these Terms or our policies
You engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
Your account has been inactive for an extended period
We are required to do so by law
Continuing to provide the Service creates legal or security risks
10.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
Your right to access the Service immediately ceases
We may delete your User Content after a grace period
Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
You may export your data before deletion (if permitted)
11. Disclaimers and Warranties
11.1 Service "As Is"
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
We specifically disclaim warranties of:
Merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
Uninterrupted or error-free operation
11.2 AI-Generated Content
Important: AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or hallucinations. You are responsible for verifying all AI-generated information before use. Do not rely solely on AI outputs for academic work without independent verification.
11.3 No Academic Guarantees
We do not guarantee that use of our Service will result in improved grades, accepted publications, or any specific academic outcomes.
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THESISFLOW AI, ITS AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim or (b) $100.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of certain liabilities, so some limitations may not apply to you.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ThesisFlow AI and its affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from:
Your use of the Service
Your User Content
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
Your violation of applicable laws
14. Dispute Resolution
14.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing any legal claim, you agree to contact us at legal@thesisflow-ai.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve disputes in good faith.
14.2 Arbitration Agreement
If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law. This includes:
One arbitrator under applicable arbitration rules
Location determined by mutual agreement or arbitration rules
Each party bears their own costs unless awarded by arbitrator
Arbitration on an individual basis (no class actions)
14.3 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.
14.4 Exceptions
Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property violations or to protect confidential information.
15. General Provisions
15.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ThesisFlow AI.
15.2 Modifications
We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified via email or Service notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
15.3 Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.
15.4 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of that right or provision.
15.5 Assignment
You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
15.6 Force Majeure
We are not liable for failures or delays caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
15.7 Export Control
You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations.
16. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, please contact us:
By using ThesisFlow AI, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.