Terms of Service

    Last updated: December 16, 2024

    1. Agreement to Terms

    By accessing or using Citable ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

    These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

    2. Description of Service

    Citable provides AI-powered brand visibility analysis and generative engine optimization (GEO) services. Our platform helps businesses understand how AI platforms perceive their brand and provides insights to improve their digital citability.

    We reserve the right to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Service (or any part thereof) with or without notice.

    3. Account Registration

    3.1 Account Creation

    To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

    • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
    • Maintain and promptly update your account information
    • Maintain the security of your password
    • Accept all responsibility for activity under your account
    • Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account

    3.2 Account Eligibility

    You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service. By agreeing to these Terms, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

    4. Subscription and Payment

    4.1 Subscription Plans

    We offer various subscription plans with different features and pricing. All fees are in USD and are non-refundable except as required by law.

    4.2 Free Trial

    New users may receive a free trial period. We reserve the right to modify or cancel free trial offers at any time.

    4.3 Billing

    • Subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
    • Payment is processed through Stripe, our third-party payment processor
    • You authorize us to charge your payment method for all fees
    • Prices may change with 30 days' notice

    4.4 Cancellation

    You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.

    5. Acceptable Use Policy

    You agree not to use the Service to:

    • Violate any laws or regulations
    • Infringe on intellectual property rights
    • Transmit malware, viruses, or harmful code
    • Engage in unauthorized data scraping or harvesting
    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
    • Interfere with or disrupt the Service
    • Impersonate any person or entity
    • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
    • Resell or redistribute the Service without authorization

    6. Intellectual Property

    6.1 Our Property

    The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Citable and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

    6.2 Your Content

    You retain all rights to the content you submit to the Service. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content solely to provide the Service.

    6.3 AI-Generated Content

    Reports, insights, and other content generated by our AI analysis tools are provided to you for your use. We do not claim ownership of the specific outputs generated for your account.

    6.4 Marketing and Promotional Use

    By using our Service, you grant Citable permission to display your company name and logo on our website, marketing materials, case studies, and promotional content as a customer reference. This helps us showcase the businesses that trust our platform.

    If you prefer not to be featured in our marketing materials, you may opt out at any time by contacting us at [email protected], and we will remove your branding from our promotional materials within 30 days.

    7. Data Usage and Analysis

    Our Service analyzes publicly available information about your brand across the internet and AI platforms. You acknowledge that:

    • We use third-party AI services (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google) for analysis
    • Analysis results depend on publicly available data
    • We cannot guarantee specific outcomes or rankings
    • Results are for informational purposes only

    8. Disclaimers and Limitations

    8.1 Service Warranty

    THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.

    8.2 Limitation of Liability

    TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CITABLE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES.

    8.3 Maximum Liability

    Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

    9. Indemnification

    You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Citable, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

    • Your use of the Service
    • Your violation of these Terms
    • Your violation of any rights of another party
    • Your content submitted to the Service

    10. Termination

    We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

    Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

    11. Governing Law

    These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

    Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved in the courts located in California.

    12. Dispute Resolution

    If you have any concerns or disputes about the Service, please first contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve the issue informally.

    13. Changes to Terms

    We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice before the new terms take effect.

    By continuing to use the Service after revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

    14. Severability

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

    15. Entire Agreement

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

    16. Contact Us

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