Wois terms and conditions

Effective date: 11.10.2022
Last modified: 17.09.2024

Welcome to Our community at WOIS!

We are delighted to welcome You to WOIS (World of Inspirational Speakers), an innovative AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize the way knowledge is shared and consumed. Accessible via both web and mobile applications, WOIS is more than just a repository of information — it's an interactive and collaborative space where Users from around the world can share their unique expertise, insights, and experiences. 

Whether You are looking to share Your own expertise, seek out new insights, or engage in thoughtful dialogue with a global community, WOIS provides the tools and environment to make this possible. 

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to Your access and use of Our Platform and Services (as defined below). These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement entered into between VRTCL OÜ, a private limited company incorporated under the laws of the Republic of Estonia with a registry number 16281254 and a registered address at Harju maakond, Tallinn, Kesklinna linnaosa, Maakri tn 19/2, 10145 (“Company”, “We”, “Us”, “Our”) and the individual / legal entity using the Services (“You”, “Your”). The Company and You are known as “Party” separately or “Parties” together. The Terms are binding and must be followed by each individual / legal entity using the Services irrespective of whether You are registered as a User (as defined below in Definitions) or is using the Platform as a Visitor (as defined below in Definitions) without registration. In addition to these Terms, Your use of the Services is also governed by Our Privacy Policy.

If You accept these Terms or use the Services on behalf of a company or other legal entity, You represent and warrant that You have the authority to bind that company or other legal entity to the Terms and, in such event, “You” “Your”, “User” or “Visitor” will refer and apply to that company or other legal entity.

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY AS THEY DETAIL IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS, CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS AND LIMITATIONS, AND EXCLUSIONS TO OUR LIABILITY. IT IS INTENDED TO BE A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT. BY ACCESSING AND USING THE SERVICES: (1) YOU ACCEPT AND CONSENT TO THE TERMS, (2) YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT TERMS IS A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT, (3) YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND ACCOMPANYING POLICIES, AND (4) YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND POLICIES AS A PARTY TO THIS AGREEMENT AND, IF YOU ARE AN EMPLOYEE OR AGENT, TO BIND YOUR EMPLOYER OR PRINCIPAL.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND POLICIES OR ARE NOT PROPERLY AUTHORIZED TO BIND ANY LEGAL ENTITY, EMPLOYER, OR PRINCIPAL, PLEASE LEAVE THE PLATFORM AND STOP USING THE SERVICES.

1. CONCEPTS AND DEFINITIONS

Whenever the following capitalized terms are used, they shall be interpreted as follows, unless explicitly stated otherwise in the context of their use:

“Platform” — the website https://wois.io/, mobile application “Wois: Inspire and be Inspired”, which can be downloaded and accessed via the following links: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wois.app, https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wois-inspire-and-be-inspired/id1643867412, and all content contained therein (also occurs as “App”).

“Services” — the suite of functionalities and features provided by the Company through the Platform, including but not limited to granting Users access to a digital library of knowledge contributed by various individuals, enabling interaction via an AI-driven chat system, facilitating the sharing and dissemination of Users' own thoughts, ideas, opinions, interviews, permitting the exploration and engagement with User Content shared by other Users, and providing any additional tools, features, functionalities, or content that may be offered as part of the Platform from time to time.

Wois” — content shared on the Platform, including recorded thoughts, opinions, interviews, and other forms of video content, which are used by Users to disseminate and access knowledge and insights.“Visitor” — a person who visits the Platform without creating an Account within the permitted functionality.“User” — a person who has completed the Account registration procedure and is able to use the Services as an authorized user.

Account” — electronic Service made available to the Visitor by the Platform, identified by the email address (Login) and Password, entered by the Visitor, or by logging in using third-party authentication services, and allowing the Visitor to use additional Services.

Login” — the Visitor's email address provided within the Platform during Account creation.

Password” — an alphanumeric string required to authorize access to the Account, which is generated by the Company when the Visitor creates the Account or set by the User in the Account settings.

User Content” — any and all content, including but not limited to text, videos, images, audio recordings, Woises and other materials, that Users upload, submit, post, or otherwise make available on the Platform. 

“Public Content” — User Content that was made accessible to other Users or Visitors of the Platform. This includes any User Content that is not restricted by privacy settings or access controls and is available for viewing, interaction, or engagement by the general public or the Platform's user base.

“Topic” — a designated section on the Platform where Users can engage in discussions, exchange ideas, trade opinions, and explore related content, as well as listen to and interact with Woises made by other Users.

2. ABOUT WOIS

2.1. The Platform operates as a human-powered search engine designed to facilitate the sharing and discovery of knowledge. The Platform enables Users to search for answers and insights through a global WOIS AI database or by accessing profiles of real individuals. These profiles are created based on the knowledge shared by Users through various forms of content, including recorded thoughts, opinions, interviews, and other video materials (Woises). Additionally, the Platform provides access to external materials such as video interviews, articles from digital magazines, and profiles on other social networks, thereby enriching the knowledge base available to Users.

2.2. At WOIS, We are committed to the principle that knowledge achieves its greatest value when it is shared and discussed openly. Our Platform is designed to empower Users to contribute content on a diverse array of Topics, converting their expertise into a dynamic and engaging learning experience for others. The WOIS AI-driven chat system not only aids in discovering content but also enhances User interaction through conversation-based learning, promoting deeper engagement with the material.

2.3. The Platform’s features and functionalities are intended to foster an environment of mutual learning and insight exchange, consistent with Our mission to advance global knowledge dissemination.

2.4. Responses generated by the AI chat system on the Platform are derived exclusively from Public Content shared by Users and/or publicly available materials on the Internet. Each response is accompanied by references to the original sources, allowing Users to access and review these sources in detail to verify and analyze the information provided.

2.5. WOIS is committed to the lawful use of publicly accessible materials in the creation and operation of its digital library of knowledge. This digital library is designed to facilitate the dissemination of information and to enhance the learning experience for Users by providing access to a diverse range of materials.

2.6. The Platform utilizes the principle of fair use in terms of generated content, a key concept in copyright law that allows for the use of copyrighted material without the need for permission from the rights holders, provided the use meets certain criteria. In the context of WOIS, the use of publicly available materials is justified and lawful because:

  • Purpose and character: the content used on the Platform is intended for educational and transformative purposes, contributing to the public’s interest in the dissemination of knowledge.
  • Transformative use: the Platform does not merely replicate the content; it transforms it into an interactive, educational tool that enhances the User's understanding by incorporating it into AI-driven conversations. 
  • Limited use: the Platform uses only the portions of the content necessary to provide value to the User. By referencing and linking to the original sources, the Platform encourages Users to explore the complete works independently, rather than replacing them. 
  • Public benefit: the aggregation and use of publicly available content on the Platform serve a significant public interest by making knowledge more accessible and facilitating the sharing of ideas across a global community. 
  • Market effect: the Platform’s use of content is designed to complement, not substitute, the original works. The Platform does not negatively impact the market for the original content, and, in many cases, may even increase awareness and engagement with the original sources.By using the Platform, Users acknowledge and accept that the Platform operates in compliance with these fair use principles, ensuring that all content is utilized in a lawful and ethical manner. The Company remains committed to respecting copyright laws and fostering a responsible environment for knowledge sharing.

2.7. If any individual or entity believes that their content has been used on the Platform in a manner that infringes their intellectual property rights or is otherwise unlawful, they are entitled to submit a complaint as outlined in Section 11 of these Terms. Such complaints will be promptly reviewed, and appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with the procedures set forth therein.

3. ACCESS TO THE PLATFORM AND SERVICES

  1. Right to use the Services. Access to the Platform and Services is provided on a voluntary and free-of-charge basis. As a Visitor, You are granted limited access to certain portions of the Services. Full access to the Services is contingent upon Your registration of an Account on the Platform. Subject to Your compliance with these Terms and applicable laws, the Company grants You a limited, non-exclusive, non-sub-licensable, revocable, non-transferable limited license to receive, access and use the Services for Your internal personal purposes. This license allows You to use the Services within the scope defined and limited by the Terms, and it does not allow You to reproduce, duplicate, copy, modify, sell, or otherwise exploit any portion of the Services without the prior express written consent of the Company. All rights not expressly granted in these Terms are reserved by the Company.
  2. Eligibility. Access to and use of Our Services are contingent upon meeting certain eligibility criteria outlined in this clause. By accessing or using Our Services, You affirm that You meet the following eligibility requirements: 
    • Acceptance of Terms: By accessing or using Our Services, You acknowledge and agree to abide by these Terms and any other policies or guidelines referenced herein. If You do not agree with any provision of these Terms, You may not access or use Our Services.
    • Age requirement: You must be at least 18 years old or the age of legal majority in Your jurisdiction to access or use Our Services. If You are under the age of 18 (or the age of legal majority), You may only use Our Services under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms on Your behalf. 
    • Account responsibility: You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of Your Account credentials and for all activities that occur under Your Account.
    • Compliance with laws: You must comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing Your use of the Services. 
    • Restricted activities: You are prohibited from engaging in any activities that violate these Terms, infringe upon the rights of others, or are unlawful, fraudulent, or abusive in nature.
    • Prohibited Users: You are not permitted to access or use the Services if You have been previously banned or suspended from using Our Services or if You are located in a country or region that is subject to trade sanctions or other restrictions imposed by applicable laws or regulations. 
    • Failure to meet any of these eligibility requirements may result in the termination or suspension of Your access to Our Services. We reserve the right to verify Your eligibility at any time and to take appropriate action, including but not limited to requesting additional information or documentation, to ensure compliance with these requirements.
  3. Use of App. You are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining all equipment, software, and services necessary to access and use the App, including but not limited to a compatible mobile device, internet connection, and wireless service plan. The Company does not guarantee that the App will be accessible or functional on any specific device, operating system, or service plan, nor does it guarantee that the App will be available in every geographic location. The App's performance may vary depending on Your device and service provider. As part of the Services, and for purposes such as updating You regarding Your interactions with the Platform, You may receive push notifications, text messages, alerts, emails, or other types of messages directly from the App (“Push Messages”). You acknowledge that Your wireless service provider may charge fees for data, text messaging, and other wireless access, including in connection with receiving Push Messages. You have the ability to manage Your Push Message preferences through the App’s settings or Your mobile device’s operating system. You may opt-in or opt-out of receiving these notifications. You are solely responsible for any and all fees, costs, or expenses incurred in connection with downloading, installing, and using the App, including any charges associated with receiving Push Messages from the Company.

4. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION

  1. Registration on the Platform is voluntary. However, Account registration is a mandatory condition for Visitors to be able to access the full scope of the Services.
  2. Only an individual with the appropriate legal capacity may be the owner of an Account. Creation of the Account can be completed through one of the following methods:
    • Completing the registration procedure by providing his / her own email address and password.
    • Authorizing via third-party authentication services available on the Platform (such as Google or Apple).
  3. Upon completion of the registration process, a confirmation email will be sent to the Visitor's email address. This email serves as a verification step to ensure the accuracy and legitimacy of the registration request. To finalize the registration process, the Visitor must follow the instructions provided in the confirmation email, particularly by activating the Account through the activation link provided. Email verification is a necessary step to gain full access to the Platform's functionality.
  4. When registering for an Account on the Platform, Visitors are required to provide certain personal information, including but not limited to their first name, last name, a headline (a brief description of themselves), a profile picture, and to select their categories of interest. Some of these fields may be optional and not mandatory to complete the registration process. In instances where the Visitor creates an Account by authorizing via third-party authentication services (such as Google or Apple), the required personal information may be automatically filled based on the data associated with the Visitor’s third-party account. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Visitors retain the right to review, modify, and update this information at their discretion during or after the registration process.
  5. While registering an Account on the Platform, the User certifies that:
    1. He / she will use the Account solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with the Terms specified by the Platform.
    2. All information provided by the User during the registration process is true, accurate, current, and complete, and the User agrees to maintain and promptly update their information to keep it true, accurate, current, and complete.
    3. The User is registering the Account in his / her own name and not on behalf of any other individual or entity unless authorized to do so, and he / she will not impersonate any other person or entity.
    4. He / she acknowledges and agrees that any actions taken using his / her Account are User’s responsibility and may have legal consequences.
    5. He / she will not engage in any unauthorized or unlawful activities on the Platform.
    6. He / she consents to the transfer of his / her personal data to third parties (including foreign entities involved in personal data relationships), its processing, storage, transfer, and use for the purposes and under the conditions defined by the Privacy Policy.
  6. To the extent available, the User shall be able to create multiple Accounts. Each Account shall be provided with individual access credentials, which may be linked to an authentication service. The Platform imposes limitations on the creation of Accounts, stipulating that each Visitor may only create one Account using a unique email address. Registering multiple Accounts with the same email address is strictly prohibited. Any attempt to register a new Account using the same email address associated with an existing Account will be considered a violation of these Terms and is not allowed.

5. ACCOUNT USAGE AND MANAGEMENT

  1. After successfully registering Your Account, You will be able to log in using the credentials (email and password) or the third-party authentication service (such as Google or Apple) that You used during the registration process.
  2. The duration of the Account shall be indefinite, provided that it is not deleted upon User's request or forcibly removed by the Company due to a breach of the Terms.
  3. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their Account credentials and ensuring that all activities conducted through their Account comply with these Terms. If You suspect any unauthorized access to Your Account, You must notify the Company immediately. The Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from Your failure to comply with this security obligation.
  4. You may update, modify, or correct Your Account information at any time through the Account management settings on the Platform. It is Your responsibility to ensure that all Account information remains accurate, current, and complete.
  5. As a registered User, You are granted access to the Services provided by the Platform, including the AI-driven chat system. The chat system allows You to interact with the Platform by submitting queries, prompts, or other forms of input (“Input”), and the AI generates responses or other outputs (“Output”) based on the provided Input. These Outputs are derived from the Platform’s digital library and, where applicable, may be based on the digital libraries associated with specific Users' profiles. Each Output includes references to the original sources and relevant digital library materials utilized in generating the response, ensuring transparency and allowing You to access and review the underlying information.
  6. Inputs submitted to the profile of a specific individual will be addressed based on that individual’s digital library. The AI utilizes the content and knowledge within the individual’s digital library to generate contextually relevant responses.
  7. The Services enable You to access and view Woises shared by other Users. Woises are categorized by various Topics and presented to You according to Your selected categories of interest. The Platform may recommend Woises based on Your interests and engagement history.
  8. You are permitted to leave “claps” on Woises created by other Users. This feature allows You to acknowledge the value of the content, express interest, or support the author of the Woise.
  9. You may respond to Woises within the designated Topics and contribute Your own perspectives by creating and sharing additional Woises.
  10. You have the right to record and generate Woises on any Topic of Your choice. The Platform may offer various Topics to inspire Your content creation. To enhance the quality of Your Woises, the Platform provides a range of tools and features, including options for editing, adding captions, dubbing, and other multimedia enhancements.
  11. You have the option to create Woises that are either public or private. Public Woises are accessible to all Users of the Platform. Once published publicly, these Woises will be available for viewing by other Users and may be used to contribute to the creation of a personalized digital library associated with Your profile. This digital library will be utilized by the AI-driven chat system to provide responses based on the content of Your public Woises. Private Woises are accessible only to You, the creator. These Woises will not be visible to other Users and will remain confidential within Your Account. Private Woises will not be used by the AI chat system or contribute to the digital library associated with Your profile. Privately recorded Woises can be used in the studio section for creating different types of social assets, such as cover photos, text summaries, short videos, videos with captions, or translated and dubbed versions of videos. Privately recorded Woises can be accessed via a direct link shared by the owner, or the owner of the Wois can invite other speakers to share their own opinions directly to this private Topic.
  12. You have the right to modify or delete Your Woises at any time. Changes to Woises may affect their visibility and how they contribute to Your digital library or AI interactions.

6. SERVICES UPDATE

  1. The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove features, or Services within the Platform without prior notice. The Company will make reasonable efforts to notify Users of significant updates or changes, but is not obligated to do so.
  2. Users will be informed of material updates to the Services through notifications on the Platform or via email, if applicable. It is Your responsibility to review these notifications and stay informed about changes that may affect Your use of the Services.
  3. The Company reserves the right to address and rectify bugs and issues within the Platform. In the course of bug fixing and Platform maintenance, the Company may temporarily restrict or modify certain functionalities of the Services. The duration of such limitations will be determined by the Company based on the time required for necessary corrections and bug fixes. 
  4. Users acknowledge and accept that the Company bears no obligation to provide advance notice regarding such modifications, and that continued utilization of the Services post-update constitutes implicit consent to the Terms.
  5. The Company welcomes feedback and suggestions from Users regarding the Services. Any feedback or suggestions You provide may be used by the Company to improve or enhance the Services. However, the Company is under no obligation to implement or act upon any feedback or suggestions.

7. USER PROFILES

  1. User profiles available on the Platform are created, managed, and maintained by the Users who initiate their creation. Each User is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in their profile and for curating their digital library, which may include recorded thoughts, opinions, interviews, and other forms of video content.
  2. In certain instances, profiles of individuals may exist on the Platform where the digital library associated with such profiles is derived from publicly available external materials, including but not limited to video interviews, articles, and other content found on the internet or from other sources. These profiles are created to enrich the Platform’s knowledge base and to provide Users with access to a broader spectrum of insights and information.
  3. If an individual finds that a profile featuring their name, likeness, or other identifying information has been created on the Platform without his / her involvement, he / she has the right to take the following actions:
    1. Request for Account access: the individual may contact the Company to request access to the profile. Upon verifying the individual’s identity and legal capacity, the Company may grant him / her control over the profile, enabling him / her to manage and update the associated digital library. 
    2. Request for profile removal: if the individual objects to the existence of the profile or the use of the external content associated with it, he / she may request that the profile be removed from the Platform. The Company will review such requests and, upon validation, will remove the profile and its associated digital library promptly.
  4. Individuals who believe that their rights have been infringed upon by the existence or content of a profile on the Platform may submit a complaint as per the procedures set forth in Section 11 of these Terms. Complaints must include sufficient detail to allow the Company to investigate the claim thoroughly.
  5. The creation of an Account by any individual for the purpose of conducting activities on behalf of another person, without proper authorization, is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, instances where an individual attempts to register, access, or manage an Account using another person’s identity, credentials, or personal information without their explicit consent or legal authorization. If it is determined that an Account has been created or used in violation of this provision, the Company reserves the right to take immediate action, including but not limited to the suspension or permanent termination of the Account in question, restriction of access to the Platform and Services, and the reporting of such activities to relevant legal authorities if deemed necessary.

8. ACCEPTABLE USE

  1. As a condition of Your use of the Services, and without limiting Your other obligations under these Terms, You agree to comply with the restrictions and rules set forth in this section as well as any additional restrictions or rules set forth in the Terms and Services itself.
  2. You acknowledge that You will not under any circumstances:
    1. take any actions that cause or may cause an unreasonable or disproportionate load on the Platform’s infrastructure;
    2. interfere or attempt to interfere with the proper operation of the Platform;
    3. use manual and/or automatic software, devices or other processes to “scan” or “encrypt” the Platform;
    4. use software viruses or any other computer codes, files or programs that are designed or intended to disrupt, damage, limit or interfere with the operation of any software, hardware or telecommunications equipment, as well as to damage or gain unauthorized access to any system, data of the Platform and/or the Services;
    5. institute, assist or become involved in any type of attack, including without limitation distribution of a virus, denial of services attacks upon the Services, or other attempts to disrupt the Services or any other person’s use or enjoyment of the Services;
    6. use the Platform and Services to engage in any unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent activities, including but not limited to impersonating another person, entity, or misrepresenting Your affiliation with any individual or organization;
    7. upload, post, or transmit any content that is illegal, abusive, harassing, defamatory, obscene, invasive of another's privacy, hateful, or otherwise objectionable, including content that violates any intellectual property or proprietary rights of others;
    8. attempt to manipulate or exploit the AI-driven chat system by submitting Inputs that are designed to generate harmful, misleading, or biased Outputs, or by otherwise misusing the AI tools to produce or distribute inappropriate or harmful content;
    9. use the Platform to engage in fraudulent activities or schemes, such as creating or distributing fake news, scams, or misleading content designed to defraud or mislead other Users or the public;
    10. upload or share any User Content that violates the privacy rights of others, including but not limited to sharing personal information, photos, or videos of others without their explicit consent;
    11. use the Platform to distribute spam, unsolicited messages, or phishing attempts, or otherwise engage in any form of communication that could be deemed abusive or disruptive to the normal functioning of the Platform;
    12. disseminate content that promotes or incites violence, discrimination, or illegal activities, or that may cause harm to minors or other vulnerable groups;
    13. modify, adapt, sublicense, translate, sell, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble any part of the Platform or otherwise attempt to obtain any source code or basic ideas or algorithms of any part of the Platform;
    14. use any intelligent systems, robots, scrapers or other similar data gathering tools;
    15. bypass or attempt to bypass any security or password protection on the Platform, access the Services in any way other than through the interface provided and authorized by the Company;
    16. use automation software, bots, hacks, mods or any unauthorized third party software designed to modify or interfere with the Services without Company’s express written consent, modify or cause to be modified any files that are a part of the Services or the Platform;
    17.  attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the Platform, or any associated system or network, or breach security or authentication measures without proper authorization;
    18.  engage in fraudulent use of the Services provided by the Company, including but not limited to manipulating the functionality of other applications or bots in ways that violate their terms of service, gain unfair advantages, or deceive other users or systems;
    19. otherwise infringe the Terms, requirements of laws and regulations, rights and freedoms of third parties.
  3. Any use of the Services in breach of these Terms is strictly prohibited, can result in the immediate revocation of Your limited license under clause 3.1 hereof and may subject You to liability for violations of law.
  4. The Company retains the sole right to ascertain what behavior it deems to contravene the rules of use or deviate from the intent or essence of these Terms or the Services itself. The Company holds the authority to undertake actions in response, including but not limited to the termination of the User’s Account and the prohibition of the use of the Services, either entirely or partially without prior notice to the User.

9. USER CONTENT

  1. User Content creation and submission. The Company and the Services may allow You to generate, create, submit, post, display, transmit, perform, publish, distribute, or broadcast User Content on the Platform. As a User, You retain ownership of all User Content that You upload, share, or otherwise make available on the Platform, and We do not claim ownership of Your User Content. By sharing User Content, You affirm that You have the necessary rights, licenses, consents, and permissions to upload, distribute, and share such User Content, and You acknowledge that You are solely responsible for the legality, reliability, and appropriateness of Your User Content.
  2. License grant. By submitting User Content on the Platform, You hereby grant the Company a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, translate, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform the User Content, in whole or in part, in connection with the operation of the Platform and the provision of Services. This license includes the right to make Your User Content available to other Users of the Platform, to create personalized digital libraries, and to use Your User Content in AI-generated Outputs as part of the Services provided. This license will also apply to any form, media, or technology now known or hereafter developed, and includes Our use of Your name, company name, and franchise name, as applicable, and any of the trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, and personal and commercial images You provide. This license remains in effect even if You cease using the Services or terminate Your Account.
  3. Prohibited User Content. You are strictly prohibited from posting any User Content that infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others. This includes, but is not limited to, copyrighted material, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and moral rights. You must obtain express permission from the owner of the respective right before submitting any User Content that is protected by intellectual property laws.
    Furthermore, You represent and warrant that Your User Content:
    1. will be original and that You have the necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to use and share any content included in Your User Content;
    2. will be truthful, non-misleading and non-deceptive;
    3. will not disseminate false information, rumors, or misleading content intended to deceive or manipulate others;
    4. will not contain any material which is tortious (e.g., defames or invades the privacy of any person, etc.), obscene, offensive, hateful or inflammatory;
    5. will not promote sexually explicit material or violence, or promote discrimination based on race, sex, religion, nationality, disability, sexual orientation or age;
    6. will not be threatening, abuse or invade another's privacy, or provided with an intent to harass, upset or embarrass any other person;
    7. will not be provided with an intent to impersonate any person, to misrepresent Your identity or affiliation with any person, or to falsely give the impression that Your User Content comes from someone else; 
    8. will not advocate, promote or assist any unlawful act (e.g., criminal acts, copyright infringement, computer misuse, etc.);
    9. will not contain any code, viruses, malware, or other harmful elements that could disrupt, damage, or impair the operation of the Company's Services or harm other Users' devices or data;
    10. will not disclose or share personal information about individuals without their consent;
    11. will not intimidate, or cyberbully individuals or groups based on their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic; 
    12. will not be unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, pyramid schemes, chain letters, spam, mass mailings, or other forms of solicitation;
    13. will not violate any applicable law, regulation, or rule; 
    14. will not advertise or sell narcotics, alcohol, or other psychoactive substances, or contain links to other resources selling any of the aforementioned;
    15. will not advertise or sell weapons, ammunition, explosives, or any other harmful or dangerous materials;
    16. will not otherwise violate, or link to material that violates any provision of these Terms, or any applicable law or regulation. 
  4. Moderation and removal of User Content. The Company reserves the right, but not the obligation, to monitor, review, and moderate User Content. The Company may, in its sole discretion, remove or disable access to any User Content that violates these Terms, infringes on any rights, or is otherwise deemed harmful to the integrity of the Platform. The Company also reserves the right to suspend or terminate the Account of any User who repeatedly violates these Terms.
  5. The Company reserves the right to remove User Content at any time in response to official requests from authorized authorities, including law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies. The Company will adhere to applicable laws and regulations when responding to such requests and will take necessary actions to comply with legal obligations. This may involve the removal or restriction of access to User Content deemed to be in violation of laws or regulations, or if such User Content poses a risk to the security, integrity, or reputation of the Services or the Company. Users further understand that the Company's decision to remove or restrict access to User Content in response to official requests is final and binding. The Company shall not be liable for any damages or losses arising from such actions, and Users agree to indemnify and hold the Company harmless against any claims, demands, or liabilities resulting from the removal or restriction of User Content in compliance with official requests.

10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

  1. Ownership. You acknowledge and agree that the right to access the Services is licensed. The User or the Visitor do not acquire ownership of the Services and its results (e.g., Outputs), but only the right to use it in accordance with the Terms. All other rights, particularly proprietary rights, copyright, and intellectual property rights to the Services, and all usage rights not expressly granted, shall remain the property of the Company or the owner of the intellectual property rights of individual components of the Services, and You shall have no right, title or interest therein except as expressly set forth in the Terms.
  2. You acknowledge and agree that the Services, and all ideas, methods, algorithms, formulas, processes, and concepts used in developing or incorporated into Services, updates, and all other improvements, revisions, corrections, bug-fixes, modifications, enhancements, releases, and policy and database updates and other updates in, of, or to the Platform and/or Services are Our trade secrets and proprietary property, having great commercial value to Us or other individuals, rights holders who have granted Us the right to use certain components of the Services. 
  3. Intellectual property rights. The intellectual property rights to the Platform, Services and its elements belong to the Company  (excluding those for which exclusive intellectual property rights belong to other individuals or entities) and are protected by the applicable legislation of the Republic of Estonia, including the norms provided for by the Estonian Copyright Act, Principles of Legal Regulation of Industrial Property Act, the Trade Marks Act, the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works (Paris Act of 24.07.1971, as amended on 02.10.1979), the Universal Copyright Convention of 1952, as well as other relevant international agreements and conventions. The list of intellectual property objects owned by the Company includes, but not limited to: 
    1. Program Code: the source code, algorithms, and programming scripts that form the foundation of the Services; 
    2. Design Elements: visual components, layout structures, stylistic choices, graphical elements, icons, logos, etc.; 
    3. Text: written content, including written materials, content of the Services and Platform, guides, and manuals provided to the Visitor or User for understanding and using the Services;
    4. Derived Works: any modifications, adaptations, or enhancements created based on the original Services, forming a derivative work;
    5. Industrial Property: inventions, utility models, industrial designs, trademarks, trade names;
    6. Any other intellectual property objects that may constitute part of the Services and/or Platform.
  4. The use of the Services is permitted only within the framework of the functionality provided. No elements or content posted on the Platform may be used in any other way without the prior permission of the Company. All rights not expressly granted by the Terms are reserved by the Company and its licensors, and no license is granted hereunder by estoppel, implication or otherwise.
  5. The Company owns, has licensed, or otherwise has rights to use all the intellectual property objects that appear in the Services and/or Platform. Any other use not provided for in the Terms shall constitute a breach of the Terms and may be grounds for bringing the violator to liability in accordance with the current legislation of the Republic of Estonia. Any use of the Services or the intellectual property objects placed in the Platform, except in the manner permitted by the Terms, is strictly prohibited.
  6. Third-party intellectual property. The Platform may include User Content provided by third parties that are protected by intellectual property rights. You may not use, copy, reproduce, distribute, display, or create derivative works of such third-party User Content without the prior written permission of the respective rights holders, unless such use is otherwise permitted by law (e.g., fair use doctrine).
  7. Ownership of Input. The User retains ownership of the intellectual property rights in the Input they submit to the Platform. However, by submitting Input, the User grants the Company a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to use, store, reproduce, modify, create derivative works from, and distribute the Input as necessary to provide the Services, including generating Output.
  8. Ownership of Output. The Company does not claim ownership of the Output generated by the Platform. The User has the right to use the Output for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. The User acknowledges that the Output may be used by other Users or the Company in accordance with the Platform's functionality and policies
  9. Accuracy and reliability of Output. The User acknowledges that the Output generated by the AI-driven chat system is based on a combination of the User's Input, Public Content, and publicly available materials. While the Company strives to provide accurate and reliable Output, the User understands that the Output is generated by an automated system and may not always be accurate, complete, or up-to-date. The User agrees to independently verify the accuracy and appropriateness of the Output before relying on it for any purpose.

11. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT

  1. The Company is committed to respecting the intellectual property rights of others and does not publish content that infringes upon those rights. However, in the event that any content is published that infringes upon the copyrights of other individuals or entities (“Infringement”), the Company will take appropriate action upon notification by the rights holder or their authorized representative. It is Our policy to respond to any claim that content posted on the Platform infringes on the copyright or other intellectual property rights of any person or entity. 
  2. If You are a copyright owner or such owner’s authorized representative and believe any material on Our Platform constitutes an Infringement on Your copyright, please contact Us via email at hello@wois.io, with the subject line: “Copyright Infringement” setting forth the following information: 
    1. Identification of the copyrighted work: provide a description of the copyrighted work that You claim has been infringed, including sufficient information to enable the Company to locate the material (e.g., a URL or detailed location on the Platform). If multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, provide a representative list of such works;
    2. Your contact information; 
    3. a statement by You that You have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owners; 
    4. a statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and, under penalty of perjury, You are authorized to act on behalf of the owner; and
    5. a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on his / her behalf.
  3. The Company reserves the right to request from the applicant additional information and materials that, at its discretion, can contribute to the effective resolution of the claim.
  4. Upon receipt of a valid notification, the Company will promptly investigate the claim and take appropriate actions, which may include removing or disabling access to the infringing content. Please note that while We strive to handle such claims promptly, the timeframes for resolution may vary and are not rigidly defined. However, We are committed to addressing such matters with diligence and efficiency.
  5. In the event of any content published on the Platform that infringes upon other forms of intellectual property, such as trademarks, patents, trade secrets, or other proprietary rights, the owners of those rights or their authorized representatives may also notify the Company in a manner analogous to the process for copyright Infringement in accordance with cl. 11.2 hereof.
  6. The Company may terminate the Accounts of Users who are found to be repeat infringers of copyright or other intellectual property rights. The Company reserves the right to take any action it deems necessary in response to repeated Infringements.

12. ADVERTISING

  1. The Company reserves the right to engage third-party advertising providers (referred to collectively as “Advertisers”) for the placement of advertisements via the Platform. 
  2. Advertisements may contain hyperlinks to external websites. We are not responsible for the security, content, or services provided by these third-party websites. It is Your responsibility to review and comply with the terms of service and privacy policies provided by Advertisers before engaging in any interactions, transactions, or connections. Advertisers may collect data from Your interactions with their advertisements, including but not limited to clicks, views, and interactions. This data collection is subject to the Advertiser's privacy policy, and We are not responsible for the collection, storage, or usage of such data by Advertisers.
  3. Your interactions with Advertisers are distinct and separate from Our commitments. We are not involved in or responsible for any activities or transactions between You and Advertisers. Advertisements placed within the Platform are provided by third-party Advertisers and may not necessarily reflect Our opinions, views, or endorsements. The Company does not endorse or warrant the accuracy or quality of the products, services, or content offered by Advertisers. We bear no responsibility or liability for Your dealings with Advertisers (including, without limitation, any representations, warranties, covenants, contracts, or other terms or conditions that may exist between You and the Advertisers, or any goods or services You may purchase or obtain from any Advertiser). Users are encouraged to exercise discretion and caution when interacting with advertisements.
  4. Any agreements, understandings, or terms that arise from Your interaction with Advertisers are exclusively between You and the Advertisers. Such interactions do not establish any contractual relationship between You and Us. We are not liable for any losses, damages, or disputes arising from Your interactions with Advertisers. 
  5. By continuing to utilize the Services, You acknowledge and consent to the conditions specified in this section
  6. To initiate an advertising campaign on the Platform, Advertisers should contact the Company via email at hello@wois.io. The terms of the advertising campaign, including the cost and specific mechanics, will be determined through mutual agreement between the Company and the Advertiser.

13. WARRANTIES

  1. The access to the Services is provided “AS IS”, “AS AVAILABLE”, “AS IT EXISTS”. You agree that Your use of the Services will be at Your sole risk, and You are solely responsible for any damage to Your computer system or mobile device, or loss of data that results from the use of the Services. To the fullest extent permitted by law, We disclaim all warranties, expressed or implied, in connection with the Services and Your use thereof, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and fitness for any purpose with respect to the Services, non–infringement, or as to the operation of the Platform. However, the Company does its best and takes all reasonably possible technical and legal precautions to ensure the safe use of the Services by the User.
  2. By using the Services, You agree and warrant that You: (1) have the legal capacity to use the Services and consent to comply with the Terms; (2) will not use the Services for any purposes other than those intended and will not exploit the Services for any fraudulent or malicious activities; (3) will refrain from actions specified in sections 8 and 9 hereof; (4) will not use the Services in order to violate any applicable law or regulation.
  3. By agreeing to these warranties, You acknowledge that any breach of the warranties hereunder may result in the suspension or termination of Your access to the Services, and may also result in legal action against You, depending on the nature and severity of the breach.
  4. The Company makes no warranty that: (1) the Services meet or will meet the requirements and expectations of the User or Visitor; (2) the Services will be available continuously, access to which will be provided quickly, reliably, and without errors; (3) the Services will be free of any errors, omissions, interruptions, deletions, typographical errors, or other defects; (4) the Services are free from any viruses or other harmful components; (5) any defects or errors in the Services will be corrected; (6) Your device meets all the requirements that will allow the Services functionality to work without any interruptions; (7) the Services will result in any specific outcome or benefit to the User or Visitor; (8) the Services will be free from defects caused by third-party products or services; (9) any external materials accessed through the Platform will comply with all applicable laws and regulations; (10) AI-driven responses will always be relevant, meaningful, or contextually appropriate based on the User’s Inputs; (11) the Platform will support all languages and dialects equally well, including in AI-generated responses and User interface elements; (12) all User Content will comply with applicable laws and regulations, including intellectual property and privacy laws.
  5. The Output generated by the AI-driven chat system on the Platform is based on the digital library composed of User Content and external materials. The Company does not endorse, support, or assume responsibility for the views, opinions, or content reflected in the Output. The Output is intended solely for informational and educational purposes and does not represent the views, positions, or official statements of the Company. Users are encouraged to review and interpret the Output independently and refer to the original sources provided for further context and analysis.
  6. You acknowledge that the Services provided by the Company may generate Output that could contain incorrect, biased, or incomplete information. The Company disclaims all responsibility and liability for any infringement of the rights of third parties resulting from Your use of the Output generated by the Services. You agree not to rely on the Services or any Output for professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to medical, legal, investment, financial, or other specialized advice. The Output generated by the Services does not substitute for professional consultation with qualified experts and should not be used as a basis for making decisions in any of these areas. Additionally, You recognize that due to the nature of generative artificial intelligence tools, other Users of the Services may produce Output that is similar or identical to Your Output, particularly if the same or similar Input is used. You agree that other Users are permitted to utilize their own generated Output for their internal purposes, even if such Output resembles or duplicates Yours.
  7. The Company disclaims any responsibility for the actions, omissions, or conduct of any third parties in connection with or related to Your use of the Services. You acknowledge that the use of the Services may interact with third-party applications or systems, and the Company does not warrant or guarantee the behavior or actions of such third parties.
  8. The User acknowledges and agrees that he / she is solely responsible for legal and financial liability for all actions using or accessing the Services. The User utilizes the Services at his / her sole discretion and risk, and You are thereby assuming all potential risks and liabilities associated with the Service's use, as well as any potential consequences that may impact the User, Your device, system, etc.

14. LIABILITY. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

  1. The Company and You shall be responsible for fulfilling their obligations under these Terms in accordance with the current legislation of the Republic of Estonia.
  2. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Company shall not be liable for (1) failure of the Services’ functionality to meet the User's expectations, (2) errors and malfunctions of the Services, (3) typographical errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or other defects in the Services, as well as untimeliness or inaccuracy of any information contained in the Services, (4) any direct, indirect, consequential, actual or incidental damages that the Users have suffered or may suffer as a result of the temporary suspension of the Services, (5) the security of operation and content of third-party websites, links to which may be contained on the Platform or Services, (6) losses or damage caused by the breach of the Terms by another User, (7) the lack of a proper Internet connection of User, which may result in difficulties for the User to access the Services, (8) any activities which may be conducted by minors without the consent of their parents or legal guardians, when such consent is legally required, (9) any misrepresentation or fraud with respect to the Services, (10) any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the Output generated by the Services, or for any reliance placed on such Output, (11) any issues arising from User Content, including but not limited to defamatory, offensive, or unlawful content created or shared by other Users, (12) any damage or loss arising from the use of or reliance on external links or third-party content accessible through the Services, (13) any harm or damages arising from Your failure to comply with these Terms, including any misuse of the Services or violation of applicable laws.
  3. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the Company be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (i) Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Services; (ii) any conduct or content of any third party on the Services; (iii) any content obtained from the Services; or (iv) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of Your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not the Company has been informed of the possibility of such damage, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed of its essential purpose.
  4. The User uses the Services at his / her own risk and is solely liable for the possible consequences of the use, including any damage and losses that such use may cause.
  5. Neither Party will be liable for any indirect, exemplary, special or consequential damages, loss, or corruption of data or interruption or loss of business; or loss of revenues, profits, goodwill or anticipated sales or savings, even if the damages were foreseeable or a Party has been advised of the possibility of those damages.
  6. THE LAWS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES AS SET FORTH HEREIN. IF THESE LAWS APPLY TO YOU, SOME OR ALL OF THE ABOVE DISCLAIMERS, EXCLUSIONS, OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU, AND YOU MAY HAVE ADDITIONAL RIGHTS.
  7. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, You expressly agree that: 
    1. Aggregate Liability Limitation: in the event of any and all claims arising from the use of the Services, the aggregate liability of the Company is limited to the amounts You have paid to the Company for access to and use of the Services. 
    2. Scope of Damage Limitations: the limitations of damages set forth above are material terms of the Terms and their integral part.

15. INDEMNIFICATION

  1. You agree to indemnify, pay the defense costs of, and hold harmless the Company and its respective employees, officers, directors, agents, contractors, and other representatives from all claims, demands, actions, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees, costs, and expert witnesses’ fees) that arise from or in connection with (a) any claim that, if true, would constitute a breach by You of the Terms or negligence by You, (b) any act or omission by You in using the Services, (c) You use of the Services, or (d) Your User Content. You agree to reimburse the Company on demand for any defense costs incurred by the Company and any payments made or loss suffered by the Company, whether in a court judgment or settlement, based on any matter covered by this section.
  2. The Company reserves the right, at Your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter for which You are required to indemnify Us and You agree to cooperate with Our defense of these claims. You agree not to settle any matter without the prior written consent of the Company. The Company will use reasonable efforts to notify You of any such claim, action, or proceeding upon becoming aware of it.
  3. If You are prohibited by law from entering into the indemnification obligation above, then You assume, to the extent permitted by law, all liability for all claims, demands, actions, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees, costs and expert witnesses’ fees) that are the stated subject of the indemnification obligation above.

17. TERM AND TERMINATION

  1. These Terms shall commence on the date You have started to use the Services and remain in effect until terminated in accordance with this section. 
  2. WITHOUT LIMITING ANY OTHER PROVISION OF THESE TERMS, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION AND WITHOUT NOTICE OR LIABILITY, DENY ACCESS TO AND USE OF THE SERVICES (INCLUDING BLOCKING CERTAIN IP ADDRESSES), TO ANY PERSON FOR ANY REASON OR FOR NO REASON, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION FOR BREACH OF ANY REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY, OR COVENANT CONTAINED IN THESE LEGAL TERMS OR OF ANY APPLICABLE LAW OR REGULATION. WE MAY TERMINATE YOUR USE OR PARTICIPATION IN THE SERVICES OR DELETE YOUR ACCOUNT, WITHOUT WARNING, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION.
  3. If We terminate or suspend Your Account for any reason, You are prohibited from registering and creating a new Account under Your name, a fake or borrowed name, or the name of any third party, even if You may be acting on behalf of the third party (this restriction does not apply to the termination of the Account at the request of the User). In addition to terminating or suspending Your Account, We reserve the right to take appropriate legal action, including without limitation pursuing civil, criminal, and injunctive redress.
  4. You can stop using the Services and end Your relationship with the Company at any time by simply closing Your Account and stopping Your use of the Services.
  5. Upon termination of these Terms, all applicable rights and access granted to You herein will automatically terminate, and You will cease any further use of the Services.
  6. If You believe We have suspended or terminated Your Account in error, You can file an appeal with Us by contacting support via hello@wois.io.

18. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

  1. All disputes and differences that may arise in the course of performance of the Terms or in connection therewith shall be resolved by the Parties through negotiations. All claims shall be considered by the Company in writing and sent to the Company's email address, namely: hello@wois.io, within 30 (thirty) days from the date of sending the letter by the User or Visitor. 
  2. You and the Company agree that in the event of any dispute, either Party will first contact the other Party and make a good faith sustained effort to resolve the dispute before resorting to more formal means of resolution, including without limitation, any court action, after first allowing the receiving Party 30 (thirty) days in which to respond. Both You and the Company agree that this dispute resolution procedure is a condition precedent that must be satisfied before initiating any arbitration against the other Party.
  3. All issues arising out of or related to these Terms shall be addressed in accordance with the law of Estonia, if they are not settled through negotiations. The Court of Arbitration of the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACECCI) will finally decide any issues relating to or arising out of these Terms in accordance with its rules. The arbitral tribunal shall be composed of a sole arbitrator. The seat, or legal place, of arbitration shall be Tallinn, Estonia. The language to be used in the arbitral proceedings shall be English. The governing law of the Terms shall be the substantive law of the Republic of Estonia
  4. If You reside in the EEA, You can also raise the dispute with an alternative dispute resolution body via the European Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Platform, which You can access at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr.

19. PERSONAL DATA

  1. We may receive Your personal data during Your use of the Services, as well as when You decide to contact Us. 
  2. We recognize the importance of protecting Your personal data, which is why We have drafted a Privacy Policy. The Company collects, stores, and uses personal data in accordance with these Terms and the Privacy Policy, and takes all necessary precautions to protect the confidentiality of Users' personal data. The Company takes all necessary measures to protect the confidentiality of Users' personal data in accordance with the procedure generally used to protect this kind of information in the existing business environment
  3. The Company's Privacy Policy is an integral part of these Terms. We encourage You to read the Privacy Policy, and to use it to help make informed decisions.

20. CHANGES TO THE TERMS

  1. We are constantly updating the Platform and Services to provide better options and features, or for other reasons. In certain instances, it may be necessary to update or modify the Terms to reflect these and other changes (e.g., to reflect updates to Our practices and policies). Accordingly, You agree that We may at any time update or modify these Terms, as appropriate or necessary. 
  2. Modifications and updates to these Terms will be effective upon: (a) notice, either by posting on Our Platform or by email notification; and (b) Your subsequent use of Our Platform or Services. 
  3. It is Your responsibility to review the Terms and the Platform from time to time for any changes. Your access and continued use of the Platform or Services following any modification of these Terms will signify Your assent to and acceptance of the same. If You object to any revision to the Terms, immediately discontinue use of the Platform and Services and, if applicable, terminate Your Account.

22. CONTACT INFORMATION

If You have any questions, doubts, or suggestions regarding the Terms and/or the Services, You may contact Us for assistance at the following email address: hello@wois.io. Within 72h, We will reply to You. However, We will make an effort to reply as quickly as We can.

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