Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and sivic.life ("we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our website and services. By accessing or using sivic.life, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Service Description

sivic.life provides AI-powered analysis and summaries of U.S. government documents, communications, and actions. Our services include:

  • Document Analysis: AI-generated summaries and analysis of government documents
  • News Digest: Curated summaries of government activities and announcements
  • Search Functionality: Tools to search and explore government information
  • Email Services: Newsletter and digest email subscriptions
  • User Accounts: Personal accounts for customized experiences

Service Limitations

Our services are subject to the following limitations:

  • Educational Purpose: Our platform is designed for educational and informational purposes only
  • Not Official Sources: Our content is not a substitute for official government communications
  • AI-Generated Content: Analysis is generated by artificial intelligence and may contain errors or omissions
  • No Legal Advice: Our content does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice
  • Availability: Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues
  • Geographic Restrictions: Some features may not be available in all locations

User Responsibilities

By using our services, you agree to:

Account Security

  • Provide accurate and current information when creating an account
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access
  • Take responsibility for all activities under your account

Acceptable Use

  • Use the service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of others
  • Not attempt to interfere with or disrupt our services
  • Not use automated tools to access our services without permission
  • Not impersonate others or provide false information
  • Not use the service for any unlawful or harmful purposes

Information Verification

  • Verify important information with official government sources
  • Understand that our content is supplementary to, not replacement for, official sources
  • Use critical thinking when consuming AI-generated analysis
  • Report any inaccuracies or concerns about content quality

AI-Generated Content Disclaimers

Important disclaimers regarding our AI-generated content:

Accuracy and Reliability

  • No Guarantee of Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, AI-generated content may contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies
  • Interpretation Limitations: AI systems may misinterpret nuanced language or context in government communications
  • Evolving Technology: AI technology is constantly evolving, and analysis quality may vary
  • Source Dependency: Our analysis quality depends on the quality and completeness of source materials

Content Limitations

  • Not Legal Analysis: Our summaries do not constitute legal interpretation or advice
  • Not Policy Recommendations: We do not provide policy recommendations or advocacy
  • Timing Delays: Analysis may not reflect the most recent developments
  • Selection Bias: Not all government actions may be analyzed or included

User Responsibility

Users are responsible for:

  • Independently verifying any information used for important decisions
  • Consulting official sources for authoritative information
  • Understanding the limitations of AI-generated content
  • Using content as a starting point for further research, not as definitive analysis

Intellectual Property

Our Content

  • Platform Ownership: We own all rights to our website design, software, and proprietary analysis tools
  • AI-Generated Content: Our AI-generated analysis and summaries are protected by intellectual property rights
  • Permitted Use: You may use our content for personal, non-commercial, educational purposes
  • Attribution: When sharing our content, please provide appropriate attribution to sivic.life

Government Information

  • Public Domain: Original government documents are generally in the public domain
  • Our Analysis: Our AI-generated analysis of public domain content is our intellectual property
  • Fair Use: We believe our analysis constitutes fair use of public domain government materials

User Content

  • User Ownership: You retain ownership of any content you provide to us
  • Limited License: By providing content, you grant us a limited license to use it for service operation
  • Responsibility: You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to any content you provide

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Key points include:

  • We collect only necessary information to provide our services
  • We do not sell or rent your personal information
  • We implement security measures to protect your data
  • You have rights regarding your personal information

Please review our Privacy Policy for complete details about our data practices.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

Disclaimer of Warranties

  • Our services are provided "as is" and "as available"
  • We make no warranties regarding service availability, accuracy, or reliability
  • We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose

Limitation of Damages

  • No Consequential Damages: We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Maximum Liability: Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the past 12 months
  • Service Interruptions: We are not liable for service interruptions or data loss
  • Third-Party Actions: We are not liable for actions of third parties or external factors

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services or violation of these Terms.

Government Disclaimer

Important Notice: sivic.life is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the United States government or any government agency.

Independence Statement

  • No Government Affiliation: We are an independent, private platform
  • No Official Status: Our analysis has no official government recognition or endorsement
  • No Access to Classified Information: We analyze only publicly available information
  • No Government Funding: We are not funded by or financially connected to any government entity

Official Sources

For official government information, always consult:

  • Official government websites (ending in .gov)
  • Official press releases and statements
  • Federal Register publications
  • Congressional records and documents
  • Court decisions and legal documents

Service Availability and Modifications

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify Services: Change, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services
  • Update Features: Add, remove, or modify features and functionality
  • Maintenance: Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance
  • Access Restrictions: Restrict access for technical, legal, or security reasons
  • Account Actions: Suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

We will provide reasonable notice of significant changes when possible, but are not obligated to do so for minor modifications or emergency situations.

Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement:

User Termination

  • You may stop using our services at any time
  • You may request account deletion through your account settings
  • Email subscriptions can be cancelled at any time

Our Termination Rights

  • We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
  • We may terminate services with reasonable notice
  • We may immediately suspend access for security or legal reasons

Effect of Termination

  • Your right to use our services will immediately cease
  • We may delete your account and associated data
  • Certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state where our company is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

  • Informal Resolution: We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication
  • Binding Arbitration: Disputes that cannot be resolved informally may be subject to binding arbitration
  • Class Action Waiver: You agree not to participate in class action lawsuits against us
  • Jurisdiction: Any legal proceedings must be brought in courts with appropriate jurisdiction

Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and sivic.life regarding use of our services.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Assignment

We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without notice. You may not assign your rights without our written consent.

Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

  • Email: legal@askwhitehouse.com
  • Subject Line: Terms of Service Inquiry
  • Response Time: We aim to respond to legal inquiries within 10 business days

For general support questions, please use the support features available in your account dashboard or contact our general support team.

Effective Date and Updates

These Terms are effective as of the date last updated above. We may revise these Terms from time to time, and we will post the most current version on our website. Material changes will be communicated to users through:

  • Email notification to registered users
  • Prominent notice on our website
  • In-app notifications where applicable

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.