1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and CivicSense ("we," "our," or "us") governing your access to and use of our beta platform, website, mobile application, and SMS/email services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our Services.

2. Beta Service Description

2.1 Service Overview

CivicSense provides the following services in beta release:

• AI-Powered Analysis:
  • Legislative text interpretation
  • Bill and law summaries
  • Political impact assessments
  • Sponsor and benefactor analysis
• Communication Features:
  • SMS notifications
  • Email updates
  • In-platform messaging
  • Custom alert settings
• Community Engagement:
  • Constituent polling
  • Community feedback forums
  • Opinion aggregation
  • Engagement metrics

2.2 Beta Status

Users acknowledge that:

• Services are in beta phase and subject to change
• Features may be modified or removed without notice
• Performance may be inconsistent or interrupted
• User feedback will be used for service improvement

3. User Accounts

3.1 Registration Requirements

• Must be at least 13 years old
• Provide accurate registration information
• Maintain current contact information
• Use a strong, unique password

3.2 Account Security

• Users are responsible for:
  • Maintaining account confidentiality
  • All activities under their account
  • Reporting unauthorized access
  • Securing account credentials

4. User Responsibilities and Conduct

4.1 Acceptable Use

Users agree to:

• Use services for intended purposes only
• Comply with all applicable laws
• Respect other users' rights
• Maintain civil discourse in community features

4.2 Prohibited Activities

Users must not:

• Attempt to circumvent system security
• Use automated systems or bots
• Spread misinformation or harmful content
• Harass or discriminate against others
• Impersonate other users or entities

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership

All rights, title, and interest in:

• Platform technology and content
• AI algorithms and analysis
• Branding and trademarks
• User-generated content (as specified)

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

6.1 Service Disclaimer

CivicSense provides no warranties regarding:

• Analysis accuracy or completeness
• Service availability or reliability
• Data accuracy from third parties
• Suitability for specific purposes

6.2 Limitation of Liability

CivicSense is not liable for:

• Direct or indirect damages
• Service interruptions
• Data loss or breach
• User decisions based on platform information

7. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Services:

• For Terms violations
• At our sole discretion
• Without prior notice
• With immediate effect

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the platform. Your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

9. Governing Law

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

10. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us.