TERMS OF SERVICE

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

1.1 Agreement to Terms. These Terms of Service ("Terms") form a legally binding agreement between you and the Company governing your access to and use of our website, mobile applications, application programming interfaces (APIs), and related services, features, and content (collectively, the "Services").

By creating an account, clicking "I Accept," or otherwise using the Services, you represent that you are of legal age to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction (or you have parental/guardian consent as described below) and that you will comply with these Terms and applicable law.

1.2 Incorporated Policies. These Terms incorporate by reference: (a) our Privacy Policy; (b) our Community Guidelines; (c) our Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy; and (d) our Creator Monetization Terms (if applicable).

1.3 Modifications. We may modify these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice through the Services and/or by email. Your continued use of the Services after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. ELIGIBILITY AND ACCOUNT REGISTRATION

2.1 Age Requirements. The Services are not intended for children under 13. By using the Services, you represent that you are at least 13 years old. If we learn that a user is under 13, we will terminate their account and delete their information promptly. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction (but at least 13), you may use the Services only with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms.

2.2 Account Registration. You agree to provide accurate information, keep your account secure, and promptly notify us of unauthorized access.

2.3 Account Restrictions. You may not create multiple accounts to evade restrictions, share credentials, or transfer your account without our written permission.

3. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

3.1 Platform Overview. The Services provide a platform that may include social features and AI-assisted tools that help users create, share, and interact with content.

3.2 AI-Assisted Features. Some features use automated systems (including AI) to process inputs and generate outputs. AI-generated outputs may be inaccurate, incomplete, or unsuitable for your purposes. You are responsible for reviewing and verifying outputs before use.

3.3 Third-Party AI Providers. Some AI features are powered by third-party services. We do not use your User Content to train AI models without your permission. However, third-party AI providers may process your inputs according to their own terms and privacy policies. Information about our current AI providers is available in our Privacy Policy.

3.4 Service Modifications. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Services (or any part) at any time.

3.5 Beta Services. The Services are currently in beta and may contain bugs, errors, or incomplete features. We may significantly modify or discontinue beta features at any time without notice. Your use of beta features is at your own risk, and we disclaim all warranties related to beta functionality.

4. USER CONTENT

4.1 Definition. "User Content" means content you upload, submit, post, create, transmit, or otherwise make available through the Services, including text, images, audio, video, stories, characters, prompts, and messages.

4.2 Your Ownership. As between you and the Company, you retain ownership of your original User Content, subject to the licenses you grant in these Terms.

4.3 License to Operate the Services and Enable Creation. You grant the Company, and through the Services, other users, a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable (solely to service providers assisting with the Services) license to host, store, reproduce, modify, create derivative works from, display, distribute, and otherwise use your User Content solely as necessary to operate, provide, maintain, secure, and improve the Services. This includes making your content available to other users to access, view, select, combine, arrange, remix, and incorporate into episodes, stories, and other works created through the Services ("Assembled Works"). This license continues until you delete the applicable User Content, except as described in Section 4.5 and except that this license cannot be revoked for content already incorporated into Assembled Works by other users.

4.4 Limited Marketing Use (Public Content). If you make User Content public, you grant the Company a limited license to use that public User Content (including excerpts, thumbnails, and previews) to promote the Services. If you do not want your public content used for promotion, you may opt out by contacting support@rymastudio.com, and we will stop using it for future promotions within a reasonable time.

4.5 Deletion of User Content. Where available, you may delete User Content through the Services. When you delete content, we will remove it from public display and delete it from our active systems within a reasonable period, except we may retain limited copies for backup, security, fraud prevention, legal compliance, and dispute resolution for a limited time. If you shared content with others or made it public, copies may remain visible or retained where other users have accessed, reposted, incorporated into Assembled Works, or stored that content, consistent with the Services' functionality.

4.6 Assembled Works. The Services allow users to create episodes by selecting and combining content contributed by multiple users. By uploading User Content, you understand and agree that other users may incorporate your content into their Assembled Works. Once your content is incorporated into an Assembled Work, you may not revoke the license for that specific use, even if you later delete the original content or your account. You retain ownership of your individual contributions and may continue to use them independently. The creator of an Assembled Work owns the creative selection and arrangement of that work. The Company may own compilation rights for platform-curated collections.

4.7 Monetization. We may monetize the Services and content, including Assembled Works. Creator revenue sharing is not currently available. If we introduce a revenue sharing program in the future, eligibility and terms will be governed by separate Creator Monetization Terms, which we will announce through the Services. We do not guarantee that any revenue sharing program will be offered or that any user will receive compensation.

4.8 Content Moderation. We may (but are not obligated to) monitor, remove, or restrict User Content at our discretion, including for policy violations or legal compliance.

4.9 AI-Generated Outputs. Content generated by AI features using your inputs ("AI Outputs") may not qualify for copyright protection under applicable law. As between you and the Company: (a) you may use AI Outputs for personal and commercial purposes, subject to these Terms; (b) the Company does not claim ownership of AI Outputs generated from your unique prompts; (c) you acknowledge that other users submitting similar prompts may receive similar outputs, and neither you nor we can prevent others from using similar AI Outputs; and (d) AI Outputs may incorporate elements from third-party AI models, and your use of AI Outputs is subject to the terms of the applicable AI providers.

4.10 Platform Liability for User Content. We are a platform for user expression. We do not create, endorse, verify, or assume responsibility for User Content or AI Outputs generated at users' direction. Users are solely responsible for their User Content and their use of AI Outputs, including ensuring compliance with applicable law and third-party rights.

5. THIRD-PARTY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

5.1 General Prohibition. You may not upload or share content that infringes copyrights, trademarks, rights of publicity, or other intellectual property or proprietary rights of any third party. You are responsible for ensuring you have all necessary rights and permissions for any content you upload or create through the Services, including content generated using AI features.

5.2 Fan Content. Creating fan art or derivative works based on third-party characters or properties may constitute infringement, even if non-commercial. You are solely responsible for ensuring your content complies with applicable law and any permissions from rights holders. The Company is not responsible for users' decisions to create or upload fan content.

5.3 AI-Generated Content and Third-Party IP. Using AI features to generate content depicting third-party characters, trademarks, or copyrighted material may infringe third-party rights. You are solely responsible for your prompts and for reviewing AI Outputs to ensure they do not infringe third-party intellectual property rights.

5.4 Takedowns. We will respond to valid notices of alleged infringement consistent with our Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy and applicable law, including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

6. COMPANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

The Services and all Company materials (including software, design, and trademarks) are owned by the Company or its licensors. We grant you a limited, revocable license to access and use the Services for your personal use and, where features allow, for commercial use of content you create, subject to these Terms. This license does not permit you to resell access to the Services, scrape or harvest the Services, or use the Services to build a competing product.

7. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

You agree not to misuse the Services, including by violating law, posting prohibited content, attempting unauthorized access, interfering with security, using automated scraping without permission, or infringing third-party rights.

8. CREDITS, PURCHASES, AND REFUNDS

8.1 Credits. The Services may allow you to purchase virtual credits ("Credits") that can be used to access certain features within the Services.

(a) No Cash Value. Credits have no cash value, are not legal tender, are not redeemable for money, and are provided as a limited license for use only within the Services.

(b) Non-Transferable. Credits are personal to your account and may not be transferred, sold, gifted, traded, or exchanged outside the Services.

(c) When Credits Are Used. Credits are considered "used" when the Services perform the requested action or deliver the requested output. Once Credits are used, they are non-refundable and cannot be reinstated except as required by applicable law.

8.2 Refund Policy (IMPORTANT). Except where required by applicable law, refunds are available only for Credits that are unused at the time we receive your refund request. Used Credits are non-refundable, including where you are dissatisfied with AI Outputs or stories generated using Credits.

8.3 Refund Requests (Stripe). If you purchased Credits through our checkout (processed by Stripe), refund requests must be submitted to us at support@rymastudio.com. Stripe is our payment processor and cannot issue refunds on our behalf. If approved, we will issue the refund to the original payment method. Refund timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

8.4 Promotional Credits. Promotional, bonus, or free Credits are not refundable.

8.5 Chargebacks. If you initiate a chargeback or payment dispute, we may suspend or restrict your account while we investigate and may deduct Credits associated with the disputed transaction, to the extent permitted by law.

8.6 Taxes. You are responsible for applicable taxes associated with purchasing Credits, except where we are required to collect and remit taxes.

9. PRIVACY AND DATA

Our data practices are described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Services, you consent to our collection and use of information as described there.

10. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

The Services may integrate or link to third-party services. We are not responsible for third-party services, and your use of them may be governed by their terms and policies.

11. DISCLAIMERS

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. AI OUTPUTS AND USER CONTENT MAY BE INACCURATE OR INAPPROPRIATE, AND YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR USE OF THEM. BETA FEATURES MAY CONTAIN BUGS, ERRORS, OR BE DISCONTINUED WITHOUT NOTICE.

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE COMPANY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SERVICES OR THESE TERMS WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE AMOUNTS YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM; OR (B) ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW CERTAIN LIMITATIONS, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

13. INDEMNIFICATION

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company and its affiliates from and against third-party claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) your User Content; (b) your use of AI Outputs; (c) your violation of these Terms; or (d) your violation of law or third-party rights.

14. TERMINATION

14.1 By You. You may terminate your account at any time through the Services or by contacting support@rymastudio.com.

14.2 By Us. We may suspend or terminate your access if we reasonably believe you violated these Terms, our policies, or applicable law, or if necessary to protect the Services, users, or third parties.

14.3 Appeal. You may appeal a termination or suspension by emailing support@rymastudio.com. We will review appeals within sixty (60) business days, though complex cases may require additional time. We do not guarantee reinstatement.

14.4 Effects. Upon termination, your right to use the Services ceases, and certain sections of these Terms survive (including licenses granted for content incorporated into Assembled Works, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and the arbitration agreement) as applicable.

15. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT (DMCA)

If you believe content on the Services infringes your copyright, you may submit a notice consistent with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA"). Your notice must include: (a) your signature; (b) identification of the copyrighted work; (c) identification of the allegedly infringing material and its location; (d) your contact information; (e) a good-faith statement; and (f) a statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate.

Designated Copyright Agent (DMCA): dmca@rymastudio.com

We may terminate accounts of repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances.

16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND ARBITRATION

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN COURT AND TO HAVE A JURY TRIAL.

16.1 Agreement to Arbitrate. You and the Company agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services ("Disputes") will be resolved exclusively through final and binding individual arbitration, rather than in court, except that: (a) either party may bring individual claims in small claims court if the claims qualify; and (b) either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in court to prevent the actual or threatened infringement of intellectual property rights.

16.2 Class Action Waiver. YOU AND THE COMPANY AGREE THAT EACH PARTY MAY BRING DISPUTES ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. The arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims and may not preside over any form of representative or class proceeding.

16.3 Arbitration Rules. The arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules then in effect, except as modified by this Section. The AAA Rules are available at www.adr.org. The arbitration will be conducted in the English language. A single arbitrator will be selected in accordance with the AAA Rules.

16.4 Arbitration Location and Procedure. Unless you and the Company agree otherwise, the arbitration will take place in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, or may be conducted by videoconference or telephone if agreed by the parties or ordered by the arbitrator. The arbitrator will have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, or enforceability of this arbitration agreement.

16.5 Arbitration Fees. Payment of arbitration fees will be governed by the AAA Rules. If you demonstrate that the costs of arbitration will be prohibitive compared to litigation, the Company will pay as much of the filing and hearing fees as the arbitrator deems necessary to prevent the arbitration from being cost-prohibitive.

16.6 Opt-Out Right. You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to legal@rymastudio.com within thirty (30) days of first accepting these Terms. Your notice must include your name, mailing address, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of this arbitration agreement. If you opt out, you and the Company may litigate Disputes in court, but all other provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.

16.7 Governing Law. These Terms and any Disputes will be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard to conflict of law principles. If the arbitration agreement is found unenforceable, or if you validly opt out, any litigation will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, and you consent to personal jurisdiction and venue there.

16.8 Survival. This arbitration agreement will survive termination of your account and these Terms.

17. GENERAL PROVISIONS

17.1 Entire Agreement. These Terms and incorporated policies constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding the Services.

17.2 Severability. If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

17.3 Assignment. You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, or by operation of law.

17.4 Force Majeure. We are not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control.

17.5 Notices. We may provide notices by email, in-app messages, or postings within the Services.

17.6 Electronic Communications. By using the Services, you consent to receive account-related communications from us electronically (including receipts, purchase confirmations, credit balance updates, password resets, security notices, support responses, and policy updates). You are responsible for maintaining an accurate email address.

17.7 Export Control. You may not use the Services except as authorized by U.S. law and applicable export control laws.

17.8 No Waiver. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

17.9 Headings. Section headings are for convenience only and have no legal effect.

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

Ryma-ai, Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our")

Mailing address: 199 North Harvard Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

Support: support@rymastudio.com

Legal: legal@rymastudio.com

Copyright/DMCA: dmca@rymastudio.com