Terms of Service

1 Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using TranscribeAudioToText.ai ("the Service," "our Service," "we," "us," or "our"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and TranscribeAudioToText.ai regarding your use of our audio transcription service.

If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms, and "you" and "your" will refer to that organization.

2 Service Description

TranscribeAudioToText.ai provides a free, browser-based audio transcription tool that converts speech to text. Our Service includes:

• Audio File Transcription: Upload audio files (MP3, WAV, M4A, OGG, WEBM) for transcription
• Live Recording: Record audio directly from your microphone for real-time transcription
• Multi-Language Support: Transcription in multiple languages
• Export Options: Copy transcriptions to clipboard or download as text files

2.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous availability of our Service but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• Scheduled maintenance or updates
• Technical issues or server problems
• Browser compatibility issues
• Third-party service disruptions (e.g., speech recognition APIs)

2.2 Accuracy Disclaimer

Transcription accuracy depends on various factors including audio quality, background noise, speaker clarity, accents, and technical terms. We do not guarantee 100% accuracy and recommend reviewing all transcriptions for critical use cases.

3 Use License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our Service for personal and commercial purposes.

3.1 Permitted Uses

• Personal transcription of your own audio content
• Business transcription for legitimate professional purposes
• Educational use for learning and research
• Transcription of audio you have rights to use

3.2 License Restrictions

Under this license, you may NOT:

• Modify, copy, or create derivative works of our Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
• Transfer the license to another party
• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

4 Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to use the Service:

4.1 Prohibited Content

• To transcribe content that violates any applicable laws or regulations
• To transcribe content that infringes on intellectual property rights of others
• To transcribe content that is defamatory, obscene, or harmful
• To transcribe content related to illegal activities
• To transcribe private conversations without consent of all parties (where required by law)

4.2 Prohibited Activities

• Attempting to overload, disrupt, or interfere with the Service
• Using automated scripts or bots to access the Service
• Circumventing any access controls or usage limits
• Impersonating any person or entity
• Collecting information about other users without consent

5 User Content and Responsibility

5.1 Your Content

You retain all ownership rights to the audio content you transcribe using our Service. Since all processing occurs locally in your browser, we never have access to, store, or claim any rights to your audio files or resulting transcriptions.

5.2 Your Responsibilities

You are solely responsible for:

• Ensuring you have the legal right to transcribe the audio content
• Obtaining necessary permissions or consents for recording and transcription
• Complying with all applicable privacy and wiretapping laws
• The accuracy and use of your transcriptions
• Maintaining the security of your devices and transcription files

5.3 Legal Compliance

Many jurisdictions have laws regarding recording conversations. Some require consent from all parties (two-party consent states/countries), while others require only one party's consent. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with the laws applicable to your situation.

6 Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Intellectual Property

The Service, including its original content, features, functionality, design, and branding, is and will remain the exclusive property of TranscribeAudioToText.ai. This includes:

• Website design and user interface
• Logos, trademarks, and service marks
• Text, graphics, and other content created by us
• Software code and algorithms

6.2 Third-Party Content

Our Service may include third-party software, libraries, and APIs. These components are subject to their respective licenses and terms of service.

7 Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability: We do not warrant that the Service will meet your requirements
• Fitness for Purpose: We do not warrant that the Service is suitable for any particular purpose
• Non-Infringement: We do not warrant that the Service does not infringe third-party rights
• Accuracy: We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of transcriptions
• Availability: We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Security: We do not warrant that the Service is free from viruses or harmful components

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you.

8 Limitation of Liability

This includes, without limitation, damages for:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or data
• Business interruption
• Loss of goodwill or reputation
• Cost of substitute services
• Any other intangible losses

This limitation applies whether the damages arise from:

• Use or inability to use the Service
• Inaccurate transcriptions
• Unauthorized access to your transmissions or data
• Any other matter relating to the Service

Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

9 Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless TranscribeAudioToText.ai and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

• Your use of and access to the Service
• Your violation of any term of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party right, including intellectual property or privacy rights
• Any claim that your use of the Service caused damage to a third party
• Your content or audio files processed through the Service

10 Termination

10.1 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Breach of these Terms
• Violation of our Acceptable Use Policy
• Requests by law enforcement or government agencies
• Discontinuation or material modification of the Service
• Technical or security issues

10.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

11 Governing Law

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

Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the United States.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

12 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. We will provide notice of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Terms on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of these Terms
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Service.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any changes.

13 Contact Information

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

Additional Information

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and TranscribeAudioToText.ai regarding the use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Assignment

We may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, without restriction. You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.