Terms of Service

Last updated: March 5, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using ClauseShield ("the Service"), operated by ClauseShield ("we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

ClauseShield is an AI-powered contract analysis tool designed for freelancers. The Service allows users to upload contracts, receive automated clause detection, risk scoring, and suggested alternative language. The Service is provided for informational purposes only.

ClauseShield is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The analysis provided by ClauseShield is not a substitute for professional legal counsel. You should consult a qualified attorney before making any legal decisions based on our analysis.

3. User Accounts

To use certain features, you must create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials and for all activity under your account. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.

4. Subscription Plans & Billing

ClauseShield offers Free, Pro ($15/month), and Premium ($29/month) subscription tiers. Paid subscriptions are billed monthly through Stripe. You may cancel at any time; cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. No refunds are provided for partial months.

We reserve the right to change pricing with 30 days' advance notice to existing subscribers. Free plan users may see advertisements; paid plan users do not.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Upload malicious files or attempt to compromise the Service
  • Use the Service to process contracts you do not have the right to analyze
  • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract our AI models
  • Resell or redistribute analyses produced by the Service
  • Use automated tools to scrape or bulk-access the Service beyond your plan limits
  • Violate any applicable law or regulation

6. Your Content & Data

You retain ownership of all contracts and documents you upload. By uploading content, you grant us a limited license to process, analyze, and store your content solely for the purpose of providing the Service.

We do not sell your uploaded contracts to third parties. We do not use your uploaded contracts to train our AI models without your explicit consent. You may delete your contracts at any time through the dashboard.

7. Intellectual Property

The Service, including our AI models, algorithms, user interface, and documentation, is owned by ClauseShield and protected by intellectual property laws. The analysis results generated for your contracts are yours to use, but the underlying technology remains ours.

8. Limitation of Liability

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CLAUSESHIELD SHALL NOT 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.

Our total aggregate liability for any claims arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

9. Disclaimer

ClauseShield uses artificial intelligence to analyze contracts. While we strive for accuracy, AI analysis may contain errors, miss important clauses, or misinterpret language. Risk scores are estimates based on common freelancer concerns and may not reflect your specific legal situation. Always have a qualified attorney review important contracts.

10. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms. You may delete your account at any time. Upon termination, your uploaded contracts will be deleted within 30 days.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes via email. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at support@clauseshield.app.