Terms of Service
M87 Labs ("us", "we", or "our") is the developer of the Moondream. Thank you for using Moondream, an open-source vision-language model designed to empower developers, researchers, and creators. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the following terms. If you do not agree, you may not use Moondream.
Effective Date: June 1, 2024
Last Updated: January 15th, 2025
Last Updated: January 15th, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between M87 Labs, Inc. ("M87 Labs," "we," "us," or "our") and any person or entity ("you" or "your") who accesses or uses our website (moondream.ai), API services, artificial intelligence models, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY. BY ACCESSING OR USING THE SERVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS, YOU MUST NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICE.
2. DEFINITIONS
2.1 Key Terms
Throughout these Terms, we use certain defined terms:
"Service" means all M87 Labs offerings, including but not limited to:
a) The moondream.ai website and associated domains
b) API services and endpoints
c) Artificial intelligence and machine learning models
d) Documentation, tools, and resources
e) Any related services or features we provide
a) The moondream.ai website and associated domains
b) API services and endpoints
c) Artificial intelligence and machine learning models
d) Documentation, tools, and resources
e) Any related services or features we provide
"Content" means any data, information, or material submitted to or generated through the Service.
"API" means the application programming interfaces provided by M87 Labs.
"Model" means any artificial intelligence or machine learning model made available through the Service.
"Output" means any result, prediction, or generation produced by the Models.
3. SERVICE DESCRIPTION
3.1 Service Overview
M87 Labs provides artificial intelligence and machine learning services, including but not limited to:
a) Access to artificial intelligence models
b) API integration capabilities
c) Processing and analysis features
d) Related technical services
a) Access to artificial intelligence models
b) API integration capabilities
c) Processing and analysis features
d) Related technical services
3.2 Service Availability
The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice.
3.3 Service Levels
We do not guarantee any specific level of availability, performance, or functionality. The Service may be subject to limitations, delays, and other problems inherent in the use of internet and electronic communications.
4. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND SECURITY
4.1 Account Requirements
To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:
a) Provide accurate and complete information
b) Maintain and update your information
c) Keep your account credentials secure
d) Not share your account credentials
e) Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
a) Provide accurate and complete information
b) Maintain and update your information
c) Keep your account credentials secure
d) Not share your account credentials
e) Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
4.2 Account Security
You are responsible for:
a) Maintaining the confidentiality of your account
b) All activities that occur under your account
c) Configuring your security settings
d) Implementing appropriate security measures
a) Maintaining the confidentiality of your account
b) All activities that occur under your account
c) Configuring your security settings
d) Implementing appropriate security measures
5. USER OBLIGATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
5.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You shall:
a) Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
b) Respect intellectual property rights
c) Maintain appropriate security measures
d) Use the Service as intended and documented
e) Follow any guidelines or documentation we provide
a) Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
b) Respect intellectual property rights
c) Maintain appropriate security measures
d) Use the Service as intended and documented
e) Follow any guidelines or documentation we provide
5.2 Prohibited Activities
You shall not:
a) Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
b) Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
c) Interfere with or disrupt the Service
d) Circumvent any limitations or restrictions
e) Reverse engineer the Service or Models
f) Use the Service to harm others
g) Submit Content that violates others' rights
h) Use the Service in any way that could damage or impair it
a) Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
b) Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
c) Interfere with or disrupt the Service
d) Circumvent any limitations or restrictions
e) Reverse engineer the Service or Models
f) Use the Service to harm others
g) Submit Content that violates others' rights
h) Use the Service in any way that could damage or impair it
5.3 Content Requirements
You are solely responsible for all Content you submit to the Service. Content must not:
a) Violate any laws or regulations
b) Infringe any intellectual property rights
c) Contain malicious code or harmful components
d) Include unauthorized personal or sensitive information
e) Be false, misleading, or deceptive
a) Violate any laws or regulations
b) Infringe any intellectual property rights
c) Contain malicious code or harmful components
d) Include unauthorized personal or sensitive information
e) Be false, misleading, or deceptive
6. API USAGE TERMS
6.1 API Access
API access is provided subject to these Terms and any additional API documentation. We may:
a) Modify the API at any time
b) Impose or modify usage limitations
c) Require authentication or API keys
d) Monitor API usage
e) Suspend or terminate API access
a) Modify the API at any time
b) Impose or modify usage limitations
c) Require authentication or API keys
d) Monitor API usage
e) Suspend or terminate API access
6.2 API Usage Requirements
When using our API, you must:
a) Follow our API documentation and guidelines
b) Implement appropriate error handling
c) Maintain reasonable security measures
d) Respect rate limits and quotas
e) Use current API versions
f) Update integrations as required
a) Follow our API documentation and guidelines
b) Implement appropriate error handling
c) Maintain reasonable security measures
d) Respect rate limits and quotas
e) Use current API versions
f) Update integrations as required
6.3 API Limitations
We reserve the right to:
a) Set and modify rate limits
b) Implement usage quotas
c) Prioritize API traffic
d) Deprecate API features
e) Require API version upgrades
a) Set and modify rate limits
b) Implement usage quotas
c) Prioritize API traffic
d) Deprecate API features
e) Require API version upgrades
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND LICENSE
7.1 Apache License
The Moondream software is distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "Apache License"). Under this license:
a) You may:
1) Use the software for any purpose
2) Modify the software
3) Distribute the software
4) Distribute modified versions
b) You must:
1) Include proper attribution to Moondream
2) Include a copy of the Apache License and notices in any distribution
3) State clearly any significant modifications you make
4) Preserve all copyright, patent, trademark, and attribution notices
c) The software is provided "as is," without warranties or conditions of any kind
For the complete license terms, refer to the Apache License, Version 2.0 at http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
7.2 Service and API
While the Moondream software is available under the Apache License, our hosted Service and API are provided under different terms:
a) The Service and API are proprietary and operated by M87 Labs
b) Access to the Service and API is subject to these Terms
c) We retain all rights to the Service infrastructure
d) Service usage may be subject to additional terms or restrictions
7.3 Model Outputs
With respect to Model Outputs:
a) You retain rights to Output generated for your use
b) We retain rights to the underlying Models and technology
c) Output usage must comply with all applicable laws
d) We make no claims regarding Output ownership
e) Output is provided "as is" without warranties
8. PAYMENT TERMS
8.1 Free Services
Currently available features of the Service are provided free of charge. We reserve the right to:
a) Introduce paid features or tiers
b) Modify service offerings
c) Change pricing at any time
d) Implement usage limitations
a) Introduce paid features or tiers
b) Modify service offerings
c) Change pricing at any time
d) Implement usage limitations
8.2 Future Payments
If paid features are introduced:
a) We will provide notice of pricing and terms
b) Payment will be required for access to paid features
c) You must provide valid payment information
d) You authorize us to charge applicable fees
e) Fees may be non-refundable
a) We will provide notice of pricing and terms
b) Payment will be required for access to paid features
c) You must provide valid payment information
d) You authorize us to charge applicable fees
e) Fees may be non-refundable
8.3 Changes to Pricing
We may:
a) Modify pricing at any time
b) Introduce new paid features
c) Change service tiers
d) Implement different pricing models
With notice to affected users
a) Modify pricing at any time
b) Introduce new paid features
c) Change service tiers
d) Implement different pricing models
With notice to affected users
9. DATA RIGHTS AND PRIVACY
9.1 Data Processing
Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. You acknowledge that:
a) We collect and process data as described in our Privacy Policy
b) You are responsible for obtaining necessary rights and permissions for submitted Content
c) We may process Content to provide and improve the Service
d) We implement reasonable security measures
e) We do not guarantee absolute security
a) We collect and process data as described in our Privacy Policy
b) You are responsible for obtaining necessary rights and permissions for submitted Content
c) We may process Content to provide and improve the Service
d) We implement reasonable security measures
e) We do not guarantee absolute security
9.2 Data Usage Rights
By using the Service:
a) You grant us necessary rights to process your Content
b) You represent you have authority to grant such rights
c) You retain ownership of your Content
d) We retain rights to aggregated and anonymized data
e) We may use anonymized data to improve the Service
a) You grant us necessary rights to process your Content
b) You represent you have authority to grant such rights
c) You retain ownership of your Content
d) We retain rights to aggregated and anonymized data
e) We may use anonymized data to improve the Service
9.3 Data Protection
We will:
a) Implement reasonable security measures
b) Process data in accordance with applicable laws
c) Maintain appropriate technical safeguards
d) Notify you of material data incidents
e) Comply with data protection regulations
a) Implement reasonable security measures
b) Process data in accordance with applicable laws
c) Maintain appropriate technical safeguards
d) Notify you of material data incidents
e) Comply with data protection regulations
10. DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES
10.1 Service Disclaimer
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
a) MERCHANTABILITY
b) FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
c) NON-INFRINGEMENT
d) ERROR-FREE OR UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION
e) ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF OUTPUTS
a) MERCHANTABILITY
b) FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
c) NON-INFRINGEMENT
d) ERROR-FREE OR UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION
e) ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF OUTPUTS
10.2 Model Outputs
We specifically disclaim any warranties regarding:
a) Model Output accuracy or reliability
b) Fitness for specific purposes
c) Completeness or timeliness
d) Freedom from errors or defects
e) Achievement of intended results
a) Model Output accuracy or reliability
b) Fitness for specific purposes
c) Completeness or timeliness
d) Freedom from errors or defects
e) Achievement of intended results
10.3 Third-Party Services
We are not responsible for:
a) Third-party services or content
b) Integration with external services
c) Actions of third-party providers
d) External service availability
e) Third-party terms or policies
a) Third-party services or content
b) Integration with external services
c) Actions of third-party providers
d) External service availability
e) Third-party terms or policies
11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
11.1 Liability Limitations
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, M87 LABS AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, PARTNERS, AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
a) ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
b) LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
c) DAMAGES RELATING TO:
b) LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
c) DAMAGES RELATING TO:
Use or inability to use the Service Model Outputs or their consequences
Service interruptions or failures
Unauthorized access or alterations
Any other matter relating to the Service
11.2 Liability Cap
If, notwithstanding the above, we are found liable for any losses or damages, our total liability shall not exceed:
a) The amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months prior to the claim, or
b) One hundred dollars (USD $100) if no fees were paid
a) The amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months prior to the claim, or
b) One hundred dollars (USD $100) if no fees were paid
11.3 Essential Purpose
These limitations shall apply regardless of whether:
a) The damages are foreseeable
b) We have been advised of the possibility of damages
c) Any remedy fails of its essential purpose
a) The damages are foreseeable
b) We have been advised of the possibility of damages
c) Any remedy fails of its essential purpose
12. INDEMNIFICATION
12.1 Your Indemnification Obligations
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless M87 Labs and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:
a) Your use of the Service
b) Your Content
c) Your violation of these Terms
d) Your violation of any rights of another
e) Your use of Model Outputs
b) Your Content
c) Your violation of these Terms
d) Your violation of any rights of another
e) Your use of Model Outputs
12.2 Defense Obligations
In connection with your indemnification obligations:
a) We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense
b) You agree to cooperate with our defense
c) You shall not settle without our consent
d) We may participate in the defense at our expense
e) You shall reimburse our reasonable expenses
a) We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense
b) You agree to cooperate with our defense
c) You shall not settle without our consent
d) We may participate in the defense at our expense
e) You shall reimburse our reasonable expenses
12.3 Survival
Your indemnification obligations shall survive:
a) Termination of these Terms
b) Your use of the Service
c) Account closure
d) Any modifications to these Terms
e) Any related claims or proceedings
a) Termination of these Terms
b) Your use of the Service
c) Account closure
d) Any modifications to these Terms
e) Any related claims or proceedings
13. TERM AND TERMINATION
13.1 Term
These Terms remain in effect until terminated by either you or us.
13.2 Termination by You
You may terminate these Terms by:
a) Discontinuing use of the Service
b) Closing your account if applicable
c) Notifying us of termination
a) Discontinuing use of the Service
b) Closing your account if applicable
c) Notifying us of termination
13.3 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service:
a) For any violation of these Terms
b) At our sole discretion without notice
c) If required by law or regulation
d) For security or technical reasons
e) For extended periods of inactivity
a) For any violation of these Terms
b) At our sole discretion without notice
c) If required by law or regulation
d) For security or technical reasons
e) For extended periods of inactivity
13.4 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
a) Your rights to use the Service cease immediately
b) You must stop using the Service
c) You remain liable for all outstanding obligations
d) Certain provisions of these Terms survive
e) We may delete your account and Content
a) Your rights to use the Service cease immediately
b) You must stop using the Service
c) You remain liable for all outstanding obligations
d) Certain provisions of these Terms survive
e) We may delete your account and Content
14. CHANGES TO TERMS
14.1 Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will:
a) Post updated Terms on our website
b) Update the "Last Modified" date
c) Provide notice of material changes
d) Require acceptance of updated Terms if necessary
a) Post updated Terms on our website
b) Update the "Last Modified" date
c) Provide notice of material changes
d) Require acceptance of updated Terms if necessary
14.2 Notice of Changes
We may provide notice through:
a) Service notifications
b) Email communications
c) Website announcements
d) API documentation updates
a) Service notifications
b) Email communications
c) Website announcements
d) API documentation updates
14.3 Continued Use
Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
15. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
15.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
15.2 Jurisdiction
You agree that any legal action or proceeding relating to these Terms shall be instituted exclusively in the federal or state courts located in San Francisco County, California. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of, and agree that venue is proper in, these courts.
15.3 Choice of Law
The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods does not apply to these Terms.
16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
16.1 Initial Resolution
Before filing any legal claims, you agree to:
a) Contact us about disputes
b) Attempt informal resolution
c) Provide notice of claims
d) Allow us 30 days to respond
e) Engage in good faith discussions
a) Contact us about disputes
b) Attempt informal resolution
c) Provide notice of claims
d) Allow us 30 days to respond
e) Engage in good faith discussions
16.2 Arbitration Agreement
If informal resolution fails:
a) All disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration
b) Arbitration shall be conducted in San Francisco, California
c) The arbitration shall be administered by JAMS
d) The arbitrator's decision shall be final
e) Either party may enforce the award in any court
a) All disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration
b) Arbitration shall be conducted in San Francisco, California
c) The arbitration shall be administered by JAMS
d) The arbitrator's decision shall be final
e) Either party may enforce the award in any court
16.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis. You waive any right to:
a) Participate in class actions
b) Serve as a class representative
c) Participate in collective arbitration
d) Join claims with others
e) Consolidate multiple claims
a) Participate in class actions
b) Serve as a class representative
c) Participate in collective arbitration
d) Join claims with others
e) Consolidate multiple claims
17. GENERAL LEGAL TERMS
17.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and M87 Labs regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.
17.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable:
a) That provision shall be limited or eliminated
b) Remaining provisions remain in full effect
c) Terms shall be construed to achieve original intent
d) Invalid provisions shall not affect other terms
e) Terms shall be interpreted to maximum enforceability
a) That provision shall be limited or eliminated
b) Remaining provisions remain in full effect
c) Terms shall be construed to achieve original intent
d) Invalid provisions shall not affect other terms
e) Terms shall be interpreted to maximum enforceability
17.3 No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
17.4 Assignment
You may not assign your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights without restriction.
17.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
18. CONTACT INFORMATION
18.1 General Contact
For general inquiries:
Email: contact@m87.ai
Email: contact@m87.ai
18.2 Legal Notices
For legal notices:
Email: contact@m87.ai
Email: contact@m87.ai
18.3 Technical Support
For technical support:
Email: contact@m87.ai
Email: contact@m87.ai
M87 Labs, Inc.