Terms of Use
Last updated: February 21, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using The Files AI ("Service"), operated by The Files AI ("we," "our," or "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
The Files AI is an AI-powered research platform that enables users to search, cross-reference, and analyze publicly available documents, records, and archives. The Service uses artificial intelligence to assist with document analysis, web search, and information synthesis.
3. Account Registration
To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
- Maintain and promptly update your account information
- Maintain the security and confidentiality of your login credentials
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
4. Permitted Use
You may use the Service for lawful research, journalism, educational, and informational purposes. You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and in accordance with our Acceptable Use Policy.
5. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any illegal purpose or to harass, defame, or threaten any person
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
- Use any robot, spider, scraper, or other automated means to access the Service
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Service
- Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices on the Service
- Use the Service to create competing products or services
- Share your account credentials with third parties
6. Intellectual Property
The Service, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by The Files AI and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without prior written consent.
7. AI-Generated Content Disclaimer
The Service uses artificial intelligence to generate responses and analysis. You acknowledge that:
- AI-generated content may contain inaccuracies, errors, or outdated information
- Responses should not be treated as legal, professional, or factual advice
- You are responsible for independently verifying all information obtained through the Service
- We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any AI-generated content
- The inclusion of source citations does not guarantee the accuracy of the interpretation
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Files AI shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill, resulting from your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Service.
In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Files AI, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
11. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we determine violates these Terms, our Acceptable Use Policy, or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Travis County, Texas.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
The Files AI
1606 Headway Circle STE 9318
Austin, TX 78754
Email: legal@thefiles.ai