These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Inference.xyz platform (the "Platform" or "Service"), including our website at inference.xyz (the "Website"), mobile applications, APIs, and any related services provided by Inference XYZ, Inc. ("Inference", "we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Website or through other communications. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
agree and understand that, from the Effective Date (as defined below), a legally binding contract will exist between the You and Us for the Inference Services which will be governed by terms of this Inference Customer Agreement;
warrant and represent that where You are entering into the Inference Customer Agreement on behalf of another legal entity such as a company or organization ("Entity"), You are agreeing and entering on behalf of that Entity and You are authorized to bind that Entity to this Inference Customer Agreement, and any reference to "You" and "Your" shall additionally mean that Entity;
warrant and represent that You will use the Inference Services strictly for business purposes and not in a capacity as a consumer, and that Inference will not be responsible or liable for any non-business use of the Inference Services by You or Your Users; and
procure that Your Users will comply with the terms of this Inference Customer Agreement, the Acceptable Use Policy, and agree that You will remain responsible for such Users’ compliance.
1. Description of the Service
Inference.xyz is a decentralized inference cloud platform that enables users to query and utilize available RunPod instances for AI/ML inference tasks. Users can select from our pre-created templates or upload their own custom templates to configure and deploy inference workloads. Payments for compute resources are processed securely through cryptocurrency via our integration with Helio (a crypto payment service). The Platform facilitates seamless access to decentralized compute resources, allowing users to pay only for the resources they use.
Our Website, built using Framer, provides information about our protocol, platform features, and blog posts. By using the Service, you acknowledge that certain data collection practices apply as described in our Privacy Policy and in accordance with Framer's data handling requirements.
The Service integrates third-party providers, including RunPod for compute instances and Helio for payment processing. Your use of these integrated services is subject to their respective terms of service, which are incorporated herein by reference:
RunPod Terms of Service: Available at https://www.runpod.io/legal/terms-of-service. You agree not to inspect, view, or interact with other users' pods or data, and to comply with all prohibitions on illegal or unauthorized activities.
Helio Terms of Service: Available at https://docs.hel.io/docs/terms-of-service. Transactions are peer-to-peer on decentralized blockchains, irreversible, and subject to fees (including transaction and gas fees). We are not responsible for cryptocurrency volatility, transaction disputes, or fulfillment of your obligations.
2. Eligibility and Account Registration
You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.
To access certain features, you must create an account ("Account"). You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information as needed. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account credentials and for all activities that occur under your Account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your Account.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your Account at any time for any reason, including violations of these Terms.
3. User Responsibilities and Prohibited Conduct
You are responsible for your use of the Service and any content you upload, including templates ("User Content"). You represent and warrant that your User Content does not infringe any third-party rights and complies with all applicable laws.
Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
The Service integrates third-party providers, including RunPod for compute instances and Helio for payment processing. Your use of these integrated services is subject to their respective terms of service, which are incorporated herein by reference:
Using the Service for illegal purposes, fraud, or any activity prohibited by RunPod or Helio (e.g., intoxicants, illegal drugs, pornography, or graphic adult content).
Uploading malicious code, viruses, or engaging in unauthorized access, hacking, or interference with the Service.
Mining cryptocurrencies (unless explicitly part of an inference task), spamming, or overloading the Service.
Collecting or storing sensitive personal information (e.g., Social Security numbers, credit card details) in violation of applicable laws or Framer's restrictions.
Violating intellectual property rights, including copying or adapting third-party code without permission.
Attempting to reverse-engineer, decompile, or circumvent any security measures of the Service, RunPod, or Helio.
Using the Service in a way that could harm minors or promote discrimination, hatred, or violence.
You must comply with all applicable laws, including export controls, data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and anti-money laundering rules. For cryptocurrency payments, you acknowledge the risks of volatility, irreversibility, and potential regulatory changes.
As a user integrating with RunPod, you agree not to inspect or access other users' data or pods, and to use secure practices for sensitive workloads.
4. Payments and Fees
Payments for compute resources are made via cryptocurrency through Helio. You agree to pay all applicable fees, including transaction fees (typically 1-2% per Helio), gas fees for blockchain networks, and any RunPod instance costs (billed per minute or hour based on usage).
Billing: Fees are calculated based on resource usage (e.g., GPU time, storage). We use a pre-pay model; you must maintain sufficient balance in your Account. Low balances may result in automatic suspension of services.
No Refunds: All payments are non-refundable, including unused credits or due to service interruptions. Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible.
Taxes: You are responsible for all taxes related to your transactions. We do not withhold or report taxes on your behalf.
Crypto Risks: Cryptocurrency values fluctuate; we are not liable for losses due to market changes, wallet issues, or blockchain failures.
We may change fees at any time with notice. Third-party fees (e.g., Helio, RunPod) are subject to their policies.
5. Data Collection and Privacy
Our Website is built with Framer, and data collection occurs in accordance with Framer's practices. We collect information such as login details, contact form data, cookies, and usage analytics from visitors to our Website and users of the Service.
You must review and comply with our Privacy Policy (available at [inference.xyz/privacy-policy]), which describes how we collect, use, share, and protect your data. By using the Service, you consent to such practices.
As required by Framer:
You are responsible for providing notices and obtaining consents for any End User data you collect via the Service.
If you collect End User information (e.g., through templates), you must maintain a compliant privacy policy, conspicuously displayed, describing data collection, use, and sharing (including with us, Framer, RunPod, and Helio).
We use safeguards to protect data, but you must notify us within 72 hours of any data breach affecting the Service.
You are the data controller for End User data; we act as a processor where applicable.
We may share data with third parties like RunPod (for compute) and Helio (for payments), subject to their privacy policies. RunPod emphasizes data privacy in multi-tenant environments and prohibits unauthorized access.
6. Intellectual Property
We own all rights to the Service, including software, designs, trademarks, and content (excluding User Content). You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to use the Service for its intended purpose.
You retain ownership of your User Content but grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to host, reproduce, distribute, and use it as necessary to provide the Service. You represent that you have all rights to grant this license.
Do not use our trademarks (e.g., "Inference.xyz") without permission. Third-party content (e.g., from RunPod templates) is subject to their IP terms.
7. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service at any time, without notice, for violations of these Terms, suspected fraud, or legal requirements. Upon termination, you must cease all use and pay any outstanding fees.
Sections that survive termination include IP, Disclaimers, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and Governing Law.
8. Disclaimers
The Service is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses. Integration with RunPod and Helio is at your own risk; we are not liable for their performance, downtime, or data loss.
Cryptocurrency transactions involve risks (e.g., hacks, forks); we disclaim liability for such events. RunPod storage is not for long-term backup; back up your data regularly.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we, our affiliates, and third-party providers (including RunPod and Helio) shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits, data loss, or business interruption, arising from your use of the Service.
Our total liability shall not exceed the fees you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim. This limitation applies even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.
You agree to indemnify us against claims arising from your User Content, violations of these Terms, or misuse of the Service.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States of America, without regard to conflict of laws principles.
Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its rules, except for small claims or injunctive relief. You waive any right to class actions.
11. Miscellaneous
Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays due to events beyond our control (e.g., natural disasters, blockchain failures).
Severability: If any provision is invalid, the remainder remains in effect.
Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the full agreement, superseding prior understandings.
Contact: For questions, contact us at legal@inference.xyz.
By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.
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