Terms and Conditions for Helix AI

Last Updated: [Date]

Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") carefully before using the Helix AI Chrome extension ("Extension," "Service," "we," "us," or "our").

Acceptance of Terms

By installing, accessing, or using this Extension, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not use the Extension.

Description of Service

Helix AI is a Chrome browser extension that provides AI-powered assistance features including:

  • Chat interface accessible via side panel
  • Web page content analysis and summarization
  • Translation services
  • Text generation and writing assistance
  • Content extraction from web pages

The Extension can use either:

  • Chrome's built-in AI (on-device processing)
  • Third-party AI services (OpenAI, Anthropic, or Gemini) that you configure with your own API keys

Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Extension. By using the Extension, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old.

User Responsibilities

Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Extension only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  1. Use the Extension to violate any applicable laws or regulations
  2. Use the Extension to generate harmful, illegal, or offensive content
  3. Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Extension
  4. Use the Extension to access or attempt to access unauthorized systems or data
  5. Interfere with or disrupt the Extension's functionality
  6. Use automated systems to access the Extension in violation of any terms

Third-Party AI Services

If you choose to use external AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, or Gemini):

  • You are responsible for obtaining and maintaining valid API keys
  • You are subject to each provider's respective terms of service
  • You are responsible for any costs associated with using these services
  • We are not responsible for the availability, performance, or content provided by third-party AI services

Intellectual Property

The Extension, including its code, design, and functionality, is owned by us and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works of the Extension without our prior written consent.

No Warranty

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

  • WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
  • FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
  • NON-INFRINGEMENT
  • ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF AI-GENERATED CONTENT

We do not warrant that:

  • The Extension will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • AI-generated content will be accurate, complete, or suitable for your purposes
  • The Extension will meet your requirements

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

  • INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
  • LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
  • DAMAGES RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EXTENSION
  • AI-GENERATED CONTENT THAT IS INACCURATE, INAPPROPRIATE, OR CAUSES HARM

AI-Generated Content Disclaimer

Important: The Extension uses AI to generate content. You acknowledge that:

  • AI-generated content may contain errors or inaccuracies
  • AI-generated content should not be considered professional, legal, financial, or medical advice
  • You are solely responsible for reviewing and verifying any AI-generated content before use
  • We are not responsible for any consequences arising from the use of AI-generated content

Privacy

Your use of the Extension is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we handle information. In summary:

  • We do not collect or store your data on our servers
  • All data processing occurs locally on your device
  • Content is sent directly to AI providers you configure (bypassing our servers)

Third-Party Services

The Extension may integrate with third-party AI services. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms:

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of third-party services.

Modifications to the Extension

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, update, or discontinue the Extension at any time
  • Add or remove features
  • Change functionality without prior notice

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Extension immediately, without prior notice, for any breach of these Terms or for any other reason we deem appropriate.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date

Your continued use of the Extension after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with [Your Jurisdiction's Laws], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Extension and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [Your Contact Email/Support Channel].

Acknowledgment

BY USING THE EXTENSION, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Summary: Use the Extension responsibly. AI-generated content may contain errors. We provide no warranties. You are responsible for your use of the Extension and any third-party AI services you configure.