Terms of Service

Last updated: November 26, 2024

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using AppCost.AI, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access or use our service.

2. Service Description

AppCost.AI provides:

• Software project estimation services, including cost and timeline projections
• Consultation services for product development guidance
• Free tier service with limited usage
• Premium paid services with additional features

3. User Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use this service. By using AppCost.AI, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age.

4. Service Tiers and Payment Terms

4.1 Service Tiers

• Free tier with limited usage
• Premium paid tiers with additional features and higher usage limits

4.2 Pricing and Payments

• All prices are subject to change with notice
• Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors

4.3 Refund Policy

• Refunds may be requested within 14 days of purchase
• Refunds will be considered if the service is non-functional or significantly different from described
• No refunds for services already rendered or partially used

5. Data Storage and Privacy

• Data is stored in US data centers (Ohio region)
• We integrate with third-party services for email, hosting, and other functionalities
• We do not sell your data or share it without prior consent
• For complete details, please refer to our Privacy Policy

6. Usage Restrictions

Accounts may be suspended or terminated for:

• Automated or systematic data extraction
• Attempting to bypass usage limits
• Using the service for purposes other than intended
• Violating these terms or applicable laws

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our IP

• All content, features, and functionality are owned by AppCost.AI
• Our trademarks, service marks, and logos may not be used without prior written consent

7.2 Your Content

• You retain rights to your project information and data
• You grant us limited license to use your data to provide our services

8. Disclaimer and Limitations

8.1 Estimation Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: Estimates provided by AppCost.AI are approximations based on available data and industry standards. Actual project timelines and costs may vary significantly due to numerous factors including but not limited to:

• Market conditions
• Technical complexity
• Resource availability
• Project scope changes
• Implementation variations

8.2 Warranty Disclaimer

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

Our liability shall be limited to the amount paid by you for the service in the past 12 months, or $100 USD if you haven’t made any payments.

9. Changes to Terms

We will notify you of any changes to this terms of service by:

• Posting the new policy on this page
• Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document
• Sending email notifications for significant changes

Your continued use of AppCost.AI after any changes to this policy constitutes acceptance of these changes.

10. Contact Information

For any questions about these terms, contact us at support@appcost.ai