Terms of Service

Definitions

• Services: The StudySync website, app, API, and all related features including audio recording, transcription, and AI-powered analysis tools.
• User Content: Any content you upload, submit, or create using the Services (e.g., files, audio recordings, chat logs, flashcards, quizzes, transcriptions).
• Audio Content: Any audio files, recordings, or voice data uploaded, recorded, or processed through our Services, including live recordings and real-time audio streams.
• Transcription Data: Text generated from audio content through AI-powered transcription services, including interim transcripts, final transcripts, summaries, and related metadata.
• StudySync Content: All content provided by StudySync, including AI-generated content, trademarks, and software.
• We/Us/Our: StudySync, operated by Zia Ullah Khan.
• You/User: Anyone who accesses or uses the Services.
• AI Features: Automated tools and services, including Agent Mode commands, that use artificial intelligence to generate responses, recommendations, transcriptions, or analyze data.
• Agent Mode: A command-driven AI interface for managing lectures, courses, assignments, and grades by retrieving data from connected services.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 if required by your country) and have the legal authority to agree to these Terms. By using the Services, you represent that you meet these requirements.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

3. User Accounts

• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account, including User Content.

4. License to User Content

By submitting User Content (including audio recordings, transcriptions, and related data), you grant StudySync a worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, host, store, reproduce, modify, display, and distribute your User Content as necessary to provide and improve the Services. This includes processing audio through third-party transcription services and generating AI-powered summaries and insights. This license ends when you delete your User Content or account, except as required for legal compliance, dispute resolution, backup purposes, or ongoing service operations.

5. Acceptable Use

• Do not use the Services for unlawful, harmful, or prohibited purposes.
• Do not attempt to access or use another user's data without permission.
• Do not upload, share, or use content you do not own or have permission to use.
• Do not use the Services or AI features to facilitate academic dishonesty.
• Do not upload or share content that is offensive, illegal, or infringes on intellectual property rights.
• Do not attempt to reverse engineer, disrupt, or misuse the Services or AI systems.
• Do not record audio without proper consent from all parties in jurisdictions where required.
• Do not record or transcribe content that violates privacy laws or contains confidential information without authorization.
• Do not use audio recording features to capture conversations, lectures, or meetings without appropriate permissions.
• Use Agent Mode responsibly; commands should only be run on data you own and with valid OAuth access. Do not attempt to retrieve or manipulate data belonging to others.

Agent Mode Usage

Agent Mode allows you to fetch and manage your academic data via secure OAuth connections to third-party platforms (e.g., Canvas). By using Agent Mode, you authorize StudySync to store and use your OAuth tokens to perform the requested actions on your behalf.

• Token Management: You can revoke OAuth permissions at any time through your account settings or the third-party platform.
• Command Logs: StudySync logs Agent Mode commands and responses for debugging and service improvement; logs can be deleted upon request.
• Data Accuracy: StudySync is not liable for discrepancies or errors in data fetched from third-party services; verify critical information independently.
• Security: OAuth tokens are encrypted and stored securely; we implement industry-standard security measures for data protection.
• Rate Limiting: Agent Mode commands may be subject to rate limiting to prevent abuse and ensure service availability.
• Service Availability: Agent Mode functionality depends on third-party API availability; we are not liable for third-party service outages.

6. Intellectual Property

StudySync Content is owned by StudySync or its licensors. You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of the Services or StudySync Content without permission.

7. Third-Party Links & Content

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or resources. StudySync is not responsible for the content, privacy, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

7A. Audio Recording, Storage, and Transcription Services

8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account for violation of these Terms or harmful behavior. In most cases, you will receive notice and an opportunity to address the issue, except for severe or repeated violations. You may appeal by contacting support. The decision of StudySync is final.

9. Survival

Sections regarding intellectual property, license grants, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, arbitration, governing law, and survival remain in effect after account termination.

10. Disclaimer

The Services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of any content, AI-generated responses, audio transcriptions, or real-time transcription services. Audio recording and transcription features may be affected by technical limitations, network connectivity, audio quality, background noise, or other factors beyond our control. You acknowledge that transcription accuracy may vary and should not be relied upon for critical, legal, or medical purposes without independent verification. Agent Mode functionality depends on third-party API availability and accuracy; we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of data retrieved from external platforms.

11. Limitation of Liability

StudySync and its creators are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from your use of the Services, including loss of data, profits, or academic consequences.

With respect to Agent Mode, StudySync's liability is limited to assisting you in revoking access and correcting tokens; StudySync is not responsible for third-party platform outages or incorrect API responses.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless StudySync and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Services, your User Content, or your violation of these Terms.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. We will notify users by email, in-app banner, or website notice at least 30 days before substantial changes take effect. If you do not agree to the new terms, you must stop using the Services before the effective date.

14. Notices

Legal notices to you will be sent to your email on file or via in-app notification. Notices to StudySync must be sent to khansokan1234@gmail.com or by certified mail to 1234 Example Street, San Francisco, CA 94101, USA.

15. DMCA Policy & Repeat Infringer Clause

If you believe your copyright is infringed, send a notice to our DMCA Agent at khansokan1234@gmail.com or by mail to PO Box 12345, San Francisco, CA 94101, USA. Repeat infringers' accounts may be terminated.

16. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration

If you have a dispute with StudySync, please contact us first so we can try to resolve it informally. If we cannot resolve the dispute, you and StudySync agree to resolve any claim, dispute, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration will take place in Montgomery County, Maryland, USA, unless both parties agree otherwise. Either party may bring an individual claim in small-claims court instead of arbitration. You may opt out of arbitration within 30 days of first accepting these Terms by emailing us at khansokan1234@gmail.com with your name and account email. Each party will bear its own legal fees and costs, except as otherwise required by law or the arbitrator. StudySync will pay all AAA filing and administration fees for claims up to $5000. You and StudySync agree to resolve disputes only on an individual basis, and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative proceeding. The arbitrator may award any relief permitted by law, but may not consolidate claims or preside over any form of a representative or class proceeding.

17. Governing Law

These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them (including non-contractual disputes or claims) are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, USA, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree that any legal action not subject to arbitration must be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Maryland, and you consent to the jurisdiction and venue of those courts.

18. Force Majeure

StudySync will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance of its obligations under these Terms due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, labor disputes, government actions, power outages, internet or telecommunications failures, or other events of force majeure. If such an event occurs, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you and to resume service as soon as possible.

19. Export Control & Sanctions

You agree to comply with all applicable U.S. and international export control and sanctions laws and regulations. You may not use, export, re-export, import, or transfer the Services or any related technology except as authorized by U.S. law, the laws of the jurisdiction in which you obtained the Services, and any other applicable laws. You represent and warrant that you are not located in, under the control of, or a national or resident of any country or territory subject to U.S. embargoes or sanctions, and are not on any U.S. government restricted party list.

20. Severability & Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. The failure of StudySync to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

21. User Data and Privacy Rights

StudySync collects, uses, and protects your personal data (including audio recordings and transcription data) as described in our Privacy Policy. You have the right to access, correct, download, or delete your data, and to object to or restrict certain processing. This includes the right to delete audio recordings and associated transcriptions. Requests can be made through your account or by contacting us. We do not sell your personal information or audio content to third parties. Audio data may be processed by third-party AI services solely for transcription purposes as outlined in our Privacy Policy. For more details about your rights and how to exercise them, please review our Privacy Policy.

22. API Terms of Service

If you access the StudySync API, you must comply with all API-specific terms, including payment of applicable fees, usage restrictions, and data handling requirements. API access is a paid service and may be suspended or terminated for violations. You may not store, cache, or redistribute data received from the API, and you must provide attribution to StudySync in your application. For full details, see the API documentation or contact us.

23. Payment Processing & Payment Data Security

StudySync subscriptions and API access are billed through a secure third-party payment processor. We do not store or process your full payment card details on our servers. All payment information is handled in accordance with industry standards, including PCI DSS compliance. You are responsible for providing accurate payment information and for keeping it up to date. If a payment fails or your subscription cannot be renewed, your access to paid features may be suspended until payment is received.

24. Assignment

StudySync may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, in connection with a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or by operation of law. You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.

25. Entire Agreement & Headings

These Terms (together with all linked policies) constitute the entire agreement between you and StudySync regarding the Services and supersede all prior agreements. Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.