Terms of Service
Last Updated: October 30, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using THE LONG VIEW ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
THE LONG VIEW is an autonomous content intelligence platform that provides:
- AI-powered content generation and analysis
- Research synthesis and intelligence briefings
- Content formatting and optimization for various platforms
- Source management and citation tracking
- Automated content distribution to connected social media accounts
3. User Accounts
To use the Service, you must:
- Be at least 13 years old
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
- Be responsible for all activities under your account
4. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Service to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Generate misleading, defamatory, or harmful content
- Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation
- Distribute spam, malware, or other malicious content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
- Use the Service for any automated or bulk operations without permission
5. Content and Intellectual Property
Your Content: You retain ownership of content you create using the Service. By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to process, display, and distribute your content as necessary to provide the Service.
Our Content: The Service, including its design, functionality, and original content, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission.
AI-Generated Content: Content generated by our AI systems is provided as-is. While we strive for accuracy, you are responsible for reviewing and verifying all generated content before use.
6. Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
- The accuracy and legality of content you generate and distribute
- Verifying AI-generated content before publication
- Ensuring compliance with platform policies where you distribute content
- Obtaining necessary permissions for sources you provide
- Properly attributing sources and citations
7. Service Availability
We strive to maintain reliable service but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may:
- Suspend service for maintenance or updates
- Modify or discontinue features with reasonable notice
- Limit usage to ensure fair access for all users
- Implement rate limits or usage quotas
8. Third-Party Services
The Service integrates with third-party platforms and APIs. Your use of these integrations is subject to their respective terms of service. We are not responsible for:
- Third-party service availability or functionality
- Content published to external platforms
- Actions taken by third-party services on your content
- Changes to third-party APIs or policies
9. Fees and Payment
Some features of the Service may require payment. If applicable:
- Fees will be clearly disclosed before purchase
- Payment is processed through secure third-party providers
- Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled
- Refunds are subject to our refund policy
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account if you:
- Violate these Terms of Service
- Engage in abusive or fraudulent behavior
- Fail to pay required fees
- Remain inactive for an extended period
You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings. Upon termination, your data will be handled according to our Privacy Policy.
11. Disclaimers
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:
- Accuracy or reliability of AI-generated content
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Security of data transmission
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
- Damages resulting from use of AI-generated content
- Actions taken by third-party platforms
- Any damages exceeding the amount you paid us in the past 12 months
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims, damages, and expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Content you generate or distribute
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of third-party rights
14. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through:
- Good faith negotiation between the parties
- Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
- Arbitration conducted under [Applicable Arbitration Rules]
- Governing law of [Your Jurisdiction]
15. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting a notice on the Service
- Sending an email to your registered address
- Updating the "Last Updated" date above
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
16. General Provisions
Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and THE LONG VIEW regarding the Service.
Severability: If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver.
Assignment: You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights without restriction.
17. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: legal@digitalrain.studio
By using THE LONG VIEW, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.