Last Updated: June 17, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By installing, accessing, or using the Privy browser extension ("Service") on any supported browser including Chrome, Brave, or Microsoft Edge, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
Privy is a cross-browser extension that provides AI-powered analysis of privacy policies and terms of service documents. The Service includes:
- Automated detection and analysis of legal documents on websites
- AI-powered risk assessment and clause identification for web pages, selected text, and installer files
- Text analysis tools for privacy-conscious users via context menu
- Analytics dashboard for managing analysis history and cache
- Subscription-based premium features including installer analysis
- Cross-browser compatibility (Chrome, Brave, Microsoft Edge)
3. Browser Compatibility and Distribution
3.1 Supported Browsers
- Google Chrome 88+: Primary supported browser
- Brave Browser: Full compatibility via Chrome Web Store
- Microsoft Edge: Chromium-based compatibility via Chrome Web Store
- Firefox: Not currently supported (requires Chrome-specific APIs)
3.2 Chrome Web Store Compliance
- The Service is distributed through the Chrome Web Store
- We comply with all Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- Updates are delivered through the Chrome Web Store
- Installation on Brave and Edge occurs through Chrome Web Store compatibility
4. User Accounts and Registration
4.1 Account Creation
- You must be at least 18 years old to create an account
- You must provide accurate and complete registration information
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
- Accounts work across all supported browsers with cloud synchronization
4.2 Account Responsibilities
- You are responsible for all activities under your account
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
- You may not share your account with others
- You are responsible for managing your data across browsers and devices
5. Subscription Plans and Billing
5.1 Free Tier
- Limited to 5 analyses per month
- Basic analysis features for web pages
- Text analysis with limited functionality
- Local-only data storage
- No payment required
5.2 Personal Pro Subscription
- Monthly Plan: $6.99/month
- Annual Plan: $69.99/year (billed annually)
- Unlimited AI-powered analyses
- Advanced features including installer analysis
- Dashboard access with cloud synchronization
- Detailed reports and analytics
- Text analysis with full features
5.3 Billing Terms
- Subscriptions are automatically renewed
- Payment is charged in advance for each billing period
- All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
- We use Stripe for payment processing
5.4 Cancellation
- You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account dashboard
- Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period
- You retain access to paid features until the end of the paid period
- No partial refunds for unused time
5.5 Price Changes
- We reserve the right to modify subscription prices
- Price changes will be communicated 30 days in advance via email and dashboard notification
- Continued use after price changes constitutes acceptance
6. Permitted Use
6.1 Acceptable Use
You may use the Service to:
- Analyze privacy policies and terms of service for personal use
- Review legal documents you encounter while browsing
- Generate reports for your own privacy assessment
- Analyze selected text on web pages for privacy-related content
- Analyze installer files that you own or have permission to analyze
- Export and manage your analysis data through the dashboard
6.2 Prohibited Use
You may NOT:
- Use the Service for commercial legal advice
- Redistribute or resell analysis results
- Attempt to reverse engineer the Service
- Use the Service to violate any laws or regulations
- Abuse or overload our systems
- Use the Service to analyze confidential or proprietary documents without permission
- Upload malicious files through the installer analysis feature
- Circumvent usage limits or subscription restrictions
- Use the Service on browsers other than those explicitly supported
7. Feature-Specific Terms
7.1 Installer Analysis
- Available only to Personal Pro subscribers
- You may only upload installer files you own or have permission to analyze
- All uploaded files are virus-scanned before processing
- Original files are permanently deleted within 24 hours
- We do not execute or run any code from uploaded files
- You are responsible for ensuring compliance with software licensing terms
7.2 Dashboard and Analytics
- Cloud synchronization is optional and can be disabled in settings
- Data export functionality is provided for user control
- Analysis history may be retained for service improvement (anonymized)
- You can delete your analysis history at any time
7.3 Text Analysis
- Available through context menu (right-click on selected text)
- Free tier users have limited monthly usage
- Personal Pro subscribers have unlimited text analysis
- Selected text is processed using the same AI pipeline as web page analysis
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 Our Rights
- Privy and all related trademarks are our property
- The Service, including software and AI models, is protected by copyright
- You receive only a limited license to use the Service as intended
- Chrome Web Store distribution rights are managed through Google
8.2 Your Content
- You retain ownership of documents you submit for analysis
- You grant us a limited license to process your content for analysis purposes
- We do not claim ownership of your analysis results
- Dashboard data remains under your control
9. Disclaimers and Limitations
IMPORTANT: Privy provides informational analysis only. The Service does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon for legal decisions.
9.1 Not Legal Advice
The Service:
- Does not constitute legal advice
- Should not be relied upon for legal decisions
- Cannot replace consultation with qualified legal professionals
- May contain errors or inaccuracies in analysis
- AI analysis is for informational purposes only
9.2 Service Availability
- The Service is provided "as is" and "as available"
- We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation across all browsers
- We may suspend or discontinue the Service at any time
- Maintenance and updates may cause temporary unavailability
- Chrome Web Store policies may affect availability
9.3 AI Analysis Limitations
- AI analysis may be incomplete or inaccurate
- Results are based on automated processing
- Human legal review is always recommended for important decisions
- We do not guarantee the accuracy of any analysis
- Installer analysis is based on extracted text only, not executable code
9.4 Browser Compatibility
- We support specific browser versions as stated
- Browser updates may affect functionality
- Some features may work differently across browsers
- We are not responsible for browser-specific issues outside our control
10. Limitation of Liability
10.1 General Limitations
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid in the last 12 months
- We are not liable for decisions made based on our analysis
- We are not liable for data loss or security breaches beyond our control
- We are not liable for browser compatibility issues
10.2 Legal Decision Disclaimer
You acknowledge that:
- Any legal decisions made based on our analysis are your sole responsibility
- We are not liable for outcomes resulting from reliance on our Service
- Professional legal counsel should be consulted for important matters
10.3 Installer Analysis Disclaimer
- We do not guarantee the safety of installer files you choose to analyze
- Virus scanning does not guarantee files are completely safe
- You assume all risks associated with installer files you upload
- We are not liable for any consequences from your use of analyzed software
11. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Service across any supported browser
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any legal decisions made based on our analysis
- Any installer files you upload for analysis
- Your use of exported data or analysis results
12. Privacy and Data Protection
12.1 Privacy Policy
Your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference into these Terms.
12.2 Data Processing
- We process your data as described in our Privacy Policy
- You consent to data processing necessary for the Service
- We implement appropriate security measures for your data
- Cross-browser synchronization is optional and user-controlled
12.3 Chrome Web Store Compliance
- We comply with Chrome Web Store data handling requirements
- Limited Use requirements for Chrome APIs are fully observed
- User data collection is limited to Service functionality only
13. Third-Party Services
13.1 Payment Processing
- Stripe processes all payments on our behalf
- Stripe's Terms of Service apply to payment processing
- We are not responsible for Stripe's processing or policies
13.2 AI Services
- We use OpenAI's API for document analysis
- OpenAI's terms and policies apply to AI processing
- We are not responsible for OpenAI's service availability or accuracy
13.3 Chrome Web Store
- Distribution through Chrome Web Store is subject to Google's policies
- Updates are delivered through Chrome Web Store
- We are not responsible for Chrome Web Store availability or policies
14. Termination
14.1 Termination by You
- You may terminate your account at any time through the dashboard
- Cancellation instructions are available in your account settings
- Data deletion may take up to 30 days after termination
- You may uninstall the extension from your browser at any time
14.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate your account if you:
- Violate these Terms
- Engage in fraudulent activity
- Abuse the Service or our systems
- Fail to pay subscription fees
- Upload malicious content through installer analysis
14.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your access to the Service will cease immediately
- Your data may be deleted according to our Privacy Policy
- Unpaid fees remain due and payable
- You must uninstall the extension from all browsers
15. International Use
15.1 Global Access
The Service is intended for global use, but:
- Local laws may restrict use in some jurisdictions
- You are responsible for compliance with local laws
- Some features may not be available in all regions
- Browser availability varies by region
15.2 Export Controls
You may not use the Service in violation of export control laws or trade sanctions.
16. Changes to Terms
16.1 Modification Rights
- We may modify these Terms at any time
- Material changes will be communicated via email, dashboard notification, or Service notification
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
16.2 Notification
We will provide reasonable notice of material changes through:
- Email to your registered address
- Dashboard notifications
- In-app notifications
- Website announcements
17. Dispute Resolution
17.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to conflict of law principles.
17.2 Arbitration
Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except for:
- Small claims court matters
- Intellectual property disputes
- Injunctive relief requests
17.3 Class Action Waiver
You waive the right to participate in class-action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.
18. General Provisions
18.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us.
18.2 Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
18.3 No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision does not waive our right to enforce it later.
18.4 Assignment
You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
18.5 Chrome Web Store Compliance
These Terms comply with Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies and requirements.
For questions about these Terms, contact us at:
Effective Date: These Terms are effective as of June 17, 2025 and remain in effect until terminated.
By using the Privy Extension, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
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