Terms and Conditions

1. Privacy and Data Collection

   ALY AI collects certain data from users to enhance the functionality and experience of our platform. This includes information on user activity and interactions with our services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that our data practices comply with the Data Protection Act 2018 and other relevant data protection legislation. By using ALY AI: Autograph, you consent to the collection and use of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

2. Copyright, Designs, and Patents

   ALY AI: Autograph is committed to full compliance with all applicable laws, including the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, as well as relevant international intellectual property laws. Our platform aims to assist users in filing patents and copyrights that adhere to legal standards. We employ advanced AI tools to perform prior-art searches and originality checks to minimize the risk of violating existing intellectual property rights. However, we reserve the right to reject any submission that, in our discretion, appears to infringe on existing patents, copyrights, or other intellectual property, or fails to meet our internal guidelines. It is your responsibility to ensure that all submissions are accurate and lawful.

3. Use of AI-Powered Tools

   ALY AI provides AI-assisted services for patent and copyright filing, prior-art detection, and originality verification. While our tools are designed to assist with filing and managing intellectual property, they are not a substitute for legal advice or professional judgment. We recommend that you seek expert legal counsel for any complex or sensitive matters related to intellectual property protection and litigation. ALY AI is not liable for any consequences arising from the use of its tools, including errors in the filing process or subsequent legal disputes.

4. Subscription and Payment Terms

   Access to ALY AI: Autograph's services is available through a subscription model. Users will be required to pay a monthly or annual fee based on the plan selected. Enterprise-level licensing options are available for large organizations and law firms. Payment for additional services, such as originality verification or litigation support, is due at the time of service request. All fees are non-refundable and subject to change at ALY AI's discretion, with notice provided to users in advance.

5. Limitation of Liability

   ALY AI strives to provide accurate, reliable, and efficient services; however, we cannot guarantee the absolute accuracy or completeness of any patent or copyright filing processed through our platform. ALY AI is not responsible for any legal or financial damages resulting from the use of our services, including but not limited to errors in the filing process, disputes regarding intellectual property rights, or issues arising from the AI-powered originality checks. By using ALY AI: Autograph, you agree to hold ALY AI harmless from any claims, damages, or losses related to the use of our platform.

6. Termination of Service

   ALY AI reserves the right to suspend or terminate user accounts at its discretion, particularly in cases of violation of these terms and conditions, including submitting false or infringing intellectual property, fraudulent activities, or misuse of the platform. Users may also terminate their subscription at any time by following the cancellation procedure outlined on our platform.

7. Ethical Considerations

   ALY AI is committed to ensuring transparency in the AI decision-making process, minimizing false positives in originality checks, and promoting equitable access to intellectual property protection for all users, including small-scale inventors and startups. We continuously monitor our systems to ensure ethical standards are upheld and to avoid unjust outcomes for creators.

8. Changes to Terms and Conditions

   ALY AI reserves the right to amend or update these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to users via email or through notices on our website. Continued use of ALY AI: Autograph after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

   These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising from or related to the use of ALY AI: Autograph will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the UK Arbitration Act 1996.

Last updated: March 25, 2025