Terms of Service

Last Updated: Janurary 31st 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Vernal AI, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part, please discontinue use immediately.

Important: Vernal AI is a free, open-source project, not a commercial company. We provide AI services at no cost to users.

2. Service Description

Vernal AI provides:

  • Free AI chat and conversation services
  • Code generation and debugging assistance
  • Educational tools and quiz creation
  • Local data storage for privacy
  • Completely free access to all features

The service is powered by advanced AI models including DeepSeek, with Supabase providing backend infrastructure.

3. User Accounts

To use certain features, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information
  • Maintain account security
  • Notify us of any unauthorized access
  • Be responsible for all activities under your account

Accounts are free and require only an email address.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use Vernal AI for:

  • Illegal activities or purposes
  • Generating harmful, abusive, or hateful content
  • Attempting to bypass security measures
  • Spamming or automated queries
  • Commercial exploitation without permission
  • Harassment or impersonation

Prohibited Content: Do not generate content related to violence, self-harm, explicit material, or anything that could cause real-world harm.

5. AI Content Disclaimer

AI-Generated Content: All AI responses are generated automatically and may contain errors, inaccuracies, or inappropriate content.

You understand and agree that:

  • AI responses should not be taken as professional advice
  • You are responsible for verifying any important information
  • We are not liable for decisions made based on AI suggestions
  • AI may occasionally produce unexpected or offensive content

6. Privacy & Data

Our privacy policy outlines how we handle your data. Key points:

  • Chats are stored locally in your browser
  • We collect minimal account information
  • We don't sell or share your data
  • You can delete your account and data at any time

By using our service, you consent to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual Property

Your Content: You retain ownership of any content you input into Vernal AI.

AI Responses: AI-generated content is provided for your personal use. For commercial use, ensure you have appropriate rights.

Our Service: Vernal AI code, design, and branding are open-source under MIT License. You're free to use, modify, and distribute.

8. Service Availability

We strive for 24/7 availability but cannot guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted service
  • Error-free operation
  • Specific response times
  • Availability during maintenance

The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Vernal AI is not liable for:

  • Direct, indirect, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data or profits
  • Service interruptions or downtime
  • AI-generated content or advice
  • Third-party actions or content

Note: As a free, open-source project, we provide this service without charge and therefore limit our liability accordingly.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account if you:

  • Violate these terms
  • Engage in abusive behavior
  • Attempt to harm the service
  • Use the service for illegal purposes

You may terminate your account at any time by deleting it from settings.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms periodically. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

We will notify users of significant changes through service notifications or email.

12. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the European Union, with specific consideration for:

  • GDPR compliance for EU users
  • Open-source licensing terms
  • Digital service regulations

13. Contact Information

For questions about these terms:

  • Email: legal@vernal.ai
  • GitHub: Create an issue in our repository
  • Discord: Join our community server

Summary: Vernal AI is a free, community-focused project. We ask that you use it responsibly, respect other users, and understand that AI can make mistakes. Everything is provided at no cost, with no guarantees, but with our commitment to privacy and accessibility.