Terms of Service

Last updated: January 15, 2024

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using YouTube Transcriber ("Service", "we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

Description of Service

YouTube Transcriber is an AI-powered transcription service that converts YouTube videos into text transcriptions. We offer both free and paid subscription plans with varying features and usage limits.

Service Features

• YouTube video to text transcription
• AI-powered speech recognition
• Formatted text output with timestamps
• Transcription history for Pro users
• Download and copy functionality

User Accounts

Account Creation

• You may use our basic service without creating an account
• Creating an account requires providing accurate information
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• You must be at least 13 years old to create an account

Account Responsibilities

• Keep your login credentials secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Update your account information to keep it current
• You are responsible for all activities under your account

Subscription Plans and Billing

Free Plan

• 3 transcriptions per month
• No account required
• Basic transcription features
• Subject to fair use policy

Pro Plan

• $4.99 per month subscription
• 50 transcriptions per month
• Transcription history access
• Priority support
• Advanced features and formats

Billing Terms

• Subscriptions are billed monthly in advance
• Automatic renewal unless cancelled
• Pro-rated refunds for mid-cycle cancellations
• Price changes require 30 days notice

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use our Service for:

• Transcribing publicly available YouTube videos
• Educational and research purposes
• Content creation and accessibility
• Business and professional use
• Personal use in accordance with these Terms

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Service for:

• Transcribing copyrighted content without permission
• Processing private or confidential videos without authorization
• Automated or bulk processing beyond subscription limits
• Reverse engineering or attempting to extract our algorithms
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations
• Harassment, abuse, or harmful activities
• Spamming or overwhelming our systems

Content and Intellectual Property

Your Content

• You retain ownership of content you submit for transcription
• You must have rights to transcribe the videos you submit
• You grant us temporary rights to process your content
• We do not claim ownership of transcribed content

Our Intellectual Property

• Our Service, technology, and algorithms are our property
• Transcription results are provided as a service
• You may not copy, modify, or distribute our technology
• Our branding and trademarks remain our property

Privacy and Data Processing

Data Collection

• We collect information as described in our Privacy Policy
• Video content is processed temporarily and not stored
• Account and usage data may be retained
• We implement appropriate security measures

Third-Party Content

• You are responsible for respecting YouTube's Terms of Service
• We are not liable for third-party content or policies
• You must comply with applicable copyright laws

Service Availability

Uptime and Performance

• We strive for 99.9% service availability
• Planned maintenance will be announced in advance
• Emergency maintenance may occur without notice
• Performance may vary based on video complexity and length

Service Modifications

• We may modify or discontinue features with notice
• Significant changes will be communicated to users
• We reserve the right to suspend service for violations

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimers

• Transcription accuracy is not guaranteed
• Results depend on audio quality and other factors
• Service is provided "as is" without warranties
• We disclaim implied warranties of merchantability

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• We are not liable for indirect or consequential damages
• Our total liability is limited to fees paid in the past 12 months
• We are not responsible for third-party content or services
• Users assume risk for how they use transcription results

Cancellation and Termination

User Cancellation

• You may cancel your subscription at any time
• Cancellation takes effect at the end of the billing period
• Account deletion removes all stored data
• Refunds are provided according to our refund policy

Service Termination

• We may terminate accounts for Terms violations
• Termination for cause is effective immediately
• We may discontinue the Service with 30 days notice
• Data export options will be provided when possible

Refund Policy

Pro Subscription Refunds

• 30-day money-back guarantee for new subscribers
• Pro-rated refunds for mid-cycle cancellations
• Refunds processed within 5-10 business days
• Refunds issued to original payment method

Refund Exclusions

• Free plan usage is not eligible for refunds
• Refunds may be denied for Terms violations
• Usage-based charges are generally non-refundable

Support and Contact

Customer Support

• Support available via email and online form
• Pro users receive priority support
• Response times: 24-48 hours for most inquiries
• Technical issues addressed as quickly as possible

Contact Information

• Email: support@youtube-transcriber.com
• Support: Visit our support page

Legal Compliance

Copyright and DMCA

• We respect intellectual property rights
• DMCA takedown requests will be processed promptly
• Users are responsible for copyright compliance
• Repeat infringers may have accounts terminated

Governing Law

• These Terms are governed by [Your jurisdiction] law
• Disputes will be resolved in [Your jurisdiction] courts
• Arbitration clauses may apply for certain disputes

Updates to Terms

Modification Process

• We may update these Terms periodically
• Significant changes will be communicated via email
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of new Terms
• 30-day notice period for material changes

Severability

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

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and YouTube Transcriber regarding use of the Service.

Contact for Legal Matters

For legal inquiries or formal notices:

• Email: legal@youtube-transcriber.com
• Address: [Your legal address will go here]

These Terms of Service are effective as of January 15, 2024 and govern your use of YouTube Transcriber.