Terms of Service

Welcome to Niche.dev (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our AI consulting, automation, and development services (collectively, the “Services”).

By engaging with our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use our Services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Services, you confirm that you:

• Are at least 18 years old.
• Have the authority to enter into a business agreement on behalf of yourself or your company.
• Agree to comply with all applicable laws when using our Services.

2. Description of Services

We provide custom AI consulting and development services, including but not limited to:

• ✔ AI strategy consulting
• ✔ AI model development & integration
• ✔ Automation & workflow optimization
• ✔ AI-powered data analysis
• ✔ Proof-of-concept (PoC) and full AI implementation

Each service engagement will be outlined in a separate proposal or contract detailing scope, deliverables, and pricing.

3. Payment Terms & Fees

By using our Services, you agree to the following payment structure:

3.1 Pricing & Invoicing

• Pricing is project-based and outlined in individual proposals.
• A non-refundable deposit of [X]% is required to start any project.
• Full payments are due within [X] days of invoice issuance.

3.2 Late Payments

• Payments not received within [X] days may result in a suspension of Services.
• Late payments are subject to a [X]% late fee per month.

3.3 Refunds

Due to the nature of AI consulting, all sales are final. Refunds are only available if explicitly stated in a separate contract.

4. Intellectual Property (IP) Rights

4.1 Ownership of AI Solutions & Code

Any pre-built AI models, proprietary algorithms, or frameworks remain our intellectual property. Clients receive a license to use the AI solution for internal business operations only.

4.2 Client Data & Ownership

You retain ownership of all business data, input materials, and confidential information provided for AI model training. We will not use, sell, or share your data except as necessary to fulfill the service agreement.

4.3 Third-Party Tools & Open-Source Components

Some AI models may incorporate third-party APIs, open-source libraries, or cloud-based tools. You agree to comply with any applicable third-party licensing terms.

5. Confidentiality & Data Security

Both parties agree to:

• Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Implement reasonable data security measures to protect sensitive data.
• Not disclose, sell, or misuse confidential information.

However, while we employ industry-standard security practices, we cannot guarantee absolute data protection against cyber threats.

6. AI Limitations & Disclaimer

By using our Services, you acknowledge that:

• AI outcomes vary based on data quality, training methods, and external factors.
• We do not guarantee specific results, such as revenue increases, cost savings, or performance improvements.
• AI systems are decision-support tools and should not replace human judgment for critical business operations.

Disclaimer: We are not liable for any business decisions, financial losses, or legal issues resulting from AI-generated recommendations.

7. Service Modifications & Termination

7.1 Modifications to Services

We reserve the right to modify, pause, or discontinue any aspect of our Services.

7.2 Termination

Either party may terminate an ongoing service agreement with [X] days' written notice. If termination occurs after work has begun, any completed work is billable and must be paid for.

8. Compliance & Acceptable Use

By using our Services, you agree NOT to:

• ❌ Use AI for illegal, fraudulent, or unethical activities
• ❌ Deploy AI models that spread misinformation, automate spam, or violate data privacy laws
• ❌ Reverse-engineer or resell our proprietary AI solutions

Failure to comply may result in immediate termination of Services without a refund.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• We are not responsible for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
• Our total liability is limited to the total amount paid for Services within the last [X] months.
• You assume full responsibility for decisions made based on AI-generated insights.

10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of [Your State/Country].

10.1 Negotiation First

Both parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through informal negotiation before taking legal action.

10.2 Arbitration Clause

If a dispute cannot be resolved, it will be settled through binding arbitration in [Your Jurisdiction] instead of court litigation.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If changes occur, we will notify users by posting an updated version on our website.

12. Contact Information

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

• 📧 Email: [Nick@niche.dev]
• 🌍 Website: [Niche.dev]