Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Crocus's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our services.

These terms apply to all users of our platform, including visitors, registered users, and subscribers.

Account Creation and Management

To access certain features, you must create an account. You are responsible for:

• Providing accurate and complete information
• Maintaining the security of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
• Ensuring your account information is current

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. Users under 18 must have parental consent.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You may not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Upload malicious code or content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use our services for spam or harassment
• Create content that is defamatory, obscene, or harmful
• Interfere with other users' enjoyment of the service

Payment Terms

Paid plans are billed on a recurring basis. Payment terms include:

• Billing occurs at the start of each billing cycle
• Prices are subject to change with 30 days notice
• Refunds are provided according to our refund policy
• Failed payments may result in service suspension
• Subscription cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period

All payments are processed securely by our third-party payment processors.

AI Outputs Disclaimer

Our AI-powered features generate content suggestions based on your inputs. Important disclaimers:

• AI-generated content is for inspiration and starting points only
• You are responsible for reviewing and approving all content
• We do not guarantee the accuracy, originality, or legal compliance of AI outputs
• AI content may not be suitable for all purposes or audiences
• You should verify AI-generated content before publishing
• We are not liable for any issues arising from AI-generated content

Always review AI suggestions and ensure they meet your specific needs and legal requirements.

Intellectual Property

Our platform and services are protected by intellectual property laws:

• Crocus retains ownership of our platform, software, and brand
• You retain ownership of your original content and websites
• Our templates and design elements are licensed for your use
• You grant us a license to host and display your content
• Third-party content (fonts, images) may have separate licenses

You may not reverse engineer, copy, or redistribute our platform without permission.

User Content and Websites

You are responsible for all content you create and publish:

• Ensure you have rights to use all content
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Respect intellectual property rights of others
• Maintain appropriate content for your audience
• Backup your content regularly

We reserve the right to remove content that violates these terms or applicable laws.

Service Availability

We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee:

• 100% uptime or continuous availability
• Uninterrupted access to all features
• Compatibility with all devices or browsers
• Immediate resolution of all technical issues

We will provide reasonable notice for scheduled maintenance and work to resolve issues promptly.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Crocus shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
• Service interruptions or technical issues
• Content created by users or AI systems
• Third-party actions or content

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for our services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Crocus from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services, violation of these terms, or infringement of third-party rights.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account for:

• Violation of these terms
• Non-payment of fees
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity

Upon termination, you may lose access to your account and content. We will provide reasonable notice and opportunity to export your data when possible.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Delaware, subject to mandatory arbitration for claims under $10,000.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notification. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated terms.