Terms And Conditions

Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Deck.work, a service provided by QuantumDeck LLC ("we," "our," or "us"), a Delaware limited liability company. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our services, website, and related applications (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Definitions

   1. "Content" refers to any text, audio, visual, audiovisual material, data, information, files, or other materials uploaded, created, generated, modified, processed, or otherwise handled through our Service. This includes, but is not limited to, presentation slides, voice recordings, images, videos, animations, and any output generated by our AI tools.

   2. "User" or "you" refers to any individual, entity, or organization accessing or using the Service, whether as a registered user, guest, or through any other means of interaction with our platform.

   3. "AI" refers to artificial intelligence technologies used in our Service, including but not limited to machine learning algorithms, natural language processing tools, and generative models that assist in content creation, modification, or analysis.

   4. Service" encompasses all aspects of Deck.work, including our website, mobile applications, desktop applications, APIs, AI tools, cloud storage, collaboration features, and any other software or services we offer, whether directly or through third-party integrations.

   5. "Subscription" refers to any paid plan that grants access to premium features or increased usage limits of our Service, whether on a monthly, annual, or other recurring basis.

   6. "Intellectual Property Rights" means all patent rights, copyright rights, mask work rights, moral rights, rights of publicity, trademark, trade dress and service mark rights, goodwill, trade secret rights and other intellectual property rights as may now exist or hereafter come into existence, and all applications therefore and registrations, renewals and extensions thereof, under the laws of any state, country, territory or other jurisdiction.

3. Services Provided

   1. Deck.work offers a comprehensive suite of tools and services designed to support businesses and users in creating, uploading, processing, and enhancing presentation decks and related content. Our services include, but are not limited to:

1. Generative AI tools to enhance and refine text content

2. Voice narration options, including AI-powered voice synthesis

3. Cloud storage for user content with collaborative editing features

4. Template libraries and design assistance tools

5. Analytics and reporting features for presentation performance

6. Integration capabilities with third-party productivity and communication tools

7. Mobile and desktop applications for on-the-go access and offline functionality.

QuantumDeck LLC reserves the right to expand, modify, or discontinue any specific service feature to meet evolving industry standards and user needs. We will provide reasonable notice of any significant changes to the Service.

4. User Accounts and Responsibilities

   1. Account Creation
      To use our Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information. You agree to update your information promptly if any changes occur.

   2. Eligibility
      By creating an account, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or of legal age in your jurisdiction to form a binding contract. If you are creating an account on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

   3. Account Security
      You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activity that occurs under your account. This includes:

• Choosing a strong, unique password

• Enabling two-factor authentication when available

• Not sharing your account credentials with others

• Logging out of your account when using shared devices

4. Notify us immediately at hello@deck.work if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account or other security breaches.

5. Organizational Accounts
   If you create an account for an organization, you are responsible for managing user access and permissions within your organization. You must ensure that all users comply with these Terms and your organization's internal policies.

5. Acceptable Use

   1. Lawful Use
      You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in compliance with these Terms, applicable laws, and regulations in your jurisdiction and the jurisdictions where you operate or access the Service.

2. Prohibited Activities 

1. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
   Uploading, creating, or distributing Content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, invasive of another's privacy, or otherwise objectionable

1. Attempting unauthorized access to the Service, other users' accounts, or any part of our infrastructure

2. Interfering with or disrupting the integrity or performance of the Service or the data contained therein

3.  Using the Service for any illegal activities, including but not limited to fraud, phishing, or intellectual property infringement

4. Reverse engineering, decompiling, or attempting to extract the source code of our software

5. Using data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools on the Service

6. Impersonating another person or entity, or falsely stating or misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity

7. Using the Service to transmit any viruses, malware, or other malicious code

8. Violating the privacy or infringing the rights of others

9. Using the Service in a way that may be libellous, slanderous, or may cause harm to a community, or religious sentiment, promote racism or cause physical harm to any person

10. Uploading or using voice recordings of individuals other than yourself without proper authorization

11. Using voice recordings of deceased persons without proper authorization (e.g., a will or court order)

6. Intellectual Property and Content License

   1. User Content
      By uploading Content to the Service, you retain ownership of all intellectual property rights in your Content. However, you grant QuantumDeck LLC a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform the Content in connection with the Service and QuantumDeck's (and its successors' and affiliates') business, including without limitation for promoting and redistributing part or all of the Service in any media formats and through any media channels.

2. Service Content
   All Intellectual Property Rights in the Service, including but not limited to software, designs, text, graphics, pictures, video, information, logos, button icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and any other content created by QuantumDeck, are the property of QuantumDeck LLC or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

3. Limited License to Use
   Subject to your compliance with these Terms, QuantumDeck LLC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and make personal and non-commercial use of the Service. This license does not include any resale or commercial use of any part of the Service or its contents; any collection and use of any product listings, descriptions, or prices; any derivative use of the Service or its contents; any downloading or copying of account information for the benefit of another merchant; or any use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools.

4. Ownership of Final Output
   Notwithstanding the above, the end presentation and output, when seen and used as a whole, including your content, voice, or text, shall be considered your intellectual property. QuantumDeck LLC grants you a limited license to use this final output for commercial purposes, subject to the following restrictions:

1. You may not use the final output in any way that directly or indirectly competes with the Service provided by QuantumDeck LLC.

2. The underlying technologies, algorithms, and individual components provided by QuantumDeck LLC or its third-party partners (such as AI models, voice synthesis engines, etc.) remain the property of their respective owners and may not be extracted, reverse-engineered, or used separately from the final output.

3. Your right to use the final output does not extend to any raw or intermediate data generated during the creation process, which remains the property of QuantumDeck LLC.

4. QuantumDeck LLC retains the right to use anonymized and aggregated data derived from your use of the Service for improving our algorithms and services, as detailed in our Privacy Policy.

5.  Feedback
   If you provide any feedback, ideas, or suggestions regarding the Service ("Feedback"), you grant QuantumDeck LLC an unlimited, irrevocable, perpetual, sublicensable, transferable, royalty-free license to use such Feedback for any purpose without compensation to you.

6. Voice Recordings
   By uploading voice recordings to the Service, you confirm that it is your ‘own’ voice and that you have the right to use and share this recording. QuantumDeck will only use your voice recordings as specified and agreed upon in your specific payment plan. You agree not to upload or use voice recordings of other individuals or deceased persons without proper authorization.  

7. Payments and Subscriptions

   1.  Payment Processing
      Payments are processed through Stripe, our third-party payment processor. By using the Service, you agree to be bound by Stripe's Terms of Service (available at https://stripe.com/legal). You expressly understand and agree that QuantumDeck LLC is not responsible for any payment processing errors or fees imposed by Stripe.

2. Subscription Terms
   Subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis, as selected by you at the time of purchase. You agree to pay all fees associated with your account. Unless otherwise stated, subscription fees are non-refundable.

3. Auto-Renewal
   Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle unless you cancel it before the renewal date. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis until you cancel.

4. Cancellation and Refunds
   You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting our support team. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing cycle. We do not provide refunds for partial subscription periods or unused portions of the Service unless required by law.

5. Price Changes
   We reserve the right to change our subscription fees at any time. Any price changes will be communicated to you in advance and will take effect at the next billing cycle. Continuing to use the Service after a price change constitutes your acceptance of the new fees.

8. AI and Voice Processing

   1.  AI Text Processing
      We use OpenAI API for text generation and processing. Users maintain control over the final output and can review or modify AI-generated content. You acknowledge that while AI processes strive for accuracy and quality, outputs may vary and require user verification.

   2. Voice Narration
      We use Eleven Labs API for voice synthesis. By uploading your voice or using our voice synthesis features, you consent to its storage and use for narration purposes within the Service. You retain the right to delete any voice data you've provided.

   3. Data Processing
      When using these third-party AI services, data is processed following their respective privacy policies and our agreements with these providers. We strive to minimize data transfer and only send the necessary information to fulfill your requests.

4. Intellectual Property in AI-Generated Content
   You retain ownership of the final content you create using our AI tools. However, you acknowledge that the underlying AI models and algorithms remain the property of their respective owners (OpenAI, Eleven Labs, or QuantumDeck LLC).

5. Voice Usage Restrictions
   Users shall not upload or use voice recordings of individuals other than themselves without proper authorization. The use of a deceased person's voice is prohibited unless the user has explicit permission through a will or court order.

9. Ethical Use Policy and AI Guidelines

   1. Ethical AI Use
      We are committed to responsible and ethical use of AI technologies. Our AI systems strive to be transparent, fair, and respectful of privacy. We expect users to approach AI-generated content with critical thinking and to use it responsibly.

   2. Prohibited Uses
      The following uses of our AI and voice synthesis features are strictly prohibited:

1. Generating misinformation, disinformation, or "fake news"

2. Creating deepfakes or other manipulated media without clear disclosure

3. Impersonating real individuals without their explicit consent

4. Engaging in any form of harassment, bullying, or hate speech

5. Violating intellectual property rights or plagiarizing content

6. Using the service for any illegal activities or to promote harmful ideologies

7. Attempting to bypass our content moderation systems

8. Exploiting the service to manipulate or deceive others

3. Monitoring and Enforcement
   We actively monitor for potential misuse of our AI and voice synthesis features. We reserve the right to:

1. Suspend or terminate accounts engaged in prohibited uses

2. Remove content that violates our ethical use policy

3. Modify or restrict access to certain features if we detect potential abuse

4. Report illegal activities to appropriate authorities

4. User Responsibility
   Users are responsible for ensuring their use of our AI and services aligns with ethical standards. We encourage users to:

1. Critically evaluate AI-generated content before use or publication

2. Provide appropriate context when using AI-generated content

3. Respect the rights and privacy of others when using voice synthesis features

4. Report any suspected misuse or unethical applications of our technology

10. Limitations of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, QuantumDeck LLC and its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

1. Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service

2. Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service

3. Any content obtained from the Service

4. Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the Service will not exceed the amount you have paid us in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless QuantumDeck LLC, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, resulting from:

1. Your use of the Service

2. Your violation of these Terms

3. Your violation of any rights of another

4. Any claims related to your Content

5. We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, in which event you will cooperate in asserting any available defences.

12. Modifications to the Service and Terms

    1.  Service Changes
       We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (in whole or in part) at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

    2. Terms Updates
       We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email. Your continued use of the Service after such notification constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

    1. Governing Law
       These Terms shall be governed by and construed following the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

    2. Dispute Resolution
       Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration in Delaware, following the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in English by a single arbitrator. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding.

    3. Class Action Waiver
       You agree to resolve any disputes on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

14. Termination

    1. Termination by User
       You may terminate your account at any time by following the instructions in your account settings or by contacting our support team.

    2. Termination by QuantumDeck
       We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users of the Service, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

    3. Effect of Termination
       Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. We may, but are not obligated to, delete your Content upon termination. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

    4. Suspension for Legal Violations
       QuantumDeck reserves the right to immediately suspend any account suspected of acting in violation of applicable laws. We may require users to provide evidence of compliance with applicable laws before reinstating a suspended account.

15. Privacy and Data Protection

    1. Privacy Policy
       Our collection and use of personal information in connection with your access to and use of the Service is described in our Privacy Policy at [link to Privacy Policy]. By using the Service, you agree that we can use such information following our Privacy Policy.

    2. Data Access in Case of User's Death
       In the event of a user's death, QuantumDeck may provide access to the user's data to claimants of the user's estate. However, we reserve the right to evaluate the claimant's right, title, and authority before granting such access. Claimants may be required to provide court orders, valid authorization proofs, or other documents as deemed necessary by QuantumDeck to satisfy the legitimacy of their claim.

16. Copyright Infringement

If you believe that any Content on our Service infringes upon your copyright, please contact us at hello@deck.work with the information required under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), including:

• A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed

• The location on our Service of the material you claim is infringing

• Your contact information

• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner

• A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner

17. 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 so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and QuantumDeck LLC regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at hello@deck.work. By using Deck.work, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.