Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

Welcome to MaddieBot. By using our AI-powered WhatsApp automation service, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using MaddieBot, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our service.

2. Service Description

MaddieBot provides an AI-powered WhatsApp automation platform that enables businesses to:

  • Automate customer conversations on WhatsApp
  • Integrate AI assistants with WhatsApp Business accounts
  • Manage knowledge bases and custom tools
  • Track and analyze conversation metrics

3. Account Registration

3.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal authority to enter into these terms on behalf of yourself or your organization.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • Ensuring your account information is accurate and up-to-date

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use MaddieBot to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Send spam or unauthorized marketing messages
  • Harass, abuse, or harm others
  • Distribute malware or harmful code
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
  • Violate WhatsApp's Terms of Service
  • Interfere with or disrupt the service

5. Third-Party Services

MaddieBot integrates with third-party services including:

  • WhatsApp Business API (via Wati)
  • OpenAI API for AI processing

You are responsible for complying with the terms of service of these third-party providers. MaddieBot is not responsible for any issues arising from third-party service disruptions or changes.

6. Payment Terms

6.1 Subscription Fees

  • Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
  • All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated
  • Prices are subject to change with 30 days notice

6.2 Usage-Based Fees

  • Additional charges may apply for exceeding plan limits
  • Third-party API costs (OpenAI, Wati) are your responsibility

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Property

MaddieBot and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by us and are protected by intellectual property laws.

7.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you upload to MaddieBot. By uploading content, you grant us a license to use, store, and process it to provide our services.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Service Availability

We strive for 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

8.2 AI Limitations

AI responses may not always be accurate or appropriate. You are responsible for reviewing and moderating AI-generated content before it reaches your customers.

8.3 Liability Limitation

Our liability is limited to the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding any claim. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold MaddieBot harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the service
  • Your violation of these terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Content you upload or transmit through the service

10. Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement:

  • With 30 days written notice
  • Immediately for material breach
  • Immediately for violation of Acceptable Use Policy

Upon termination, your access to the service will be disabled, and you should download any needed data before the termination date.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or service notification. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

12. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

MaddieBot Legal

Email: legal@maddiebot.com

Address: [Your Company Address]

By using MaddieBot, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.