Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Caricatu.ro ("Service"), operated by HAPPYGLOBAL, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company ("Company", "we", "us"), 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. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and HAPPYGLOBAL, LLC.

2. Company Information

3. Description of AI Service

Caricatu.ro is an AI-powered service that transforms user-uploaded photographs into artistic caricatures using advanced machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence technology. Our service includes:

• AI-powered caricature generation from uploaded photos using proprietary and third-party AI models
• Multiple artistic styles and customization options
• High-resolution output suitable for printing and digital use
• Credit-based usage system with various pricing tiers
• Mockup generation for physical products (mugs, posters, etc.)

4. Age Verification and Eligibility

To use our Service, you must:

• Be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction)
• If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use our Service
• Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
• Not be prohibited from using our Service under applicable law

5. User Accounts and Registration

To use certain features of our Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your password and account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Not create multiple accounts or share your account with others
• Not use automated means to create accounts or access our Service

6. Content Policy and Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service to upload, create, or share content that:

• Violates any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Infringes on intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or publicity rights of others
• Contains explicit, sexually suggestive, violent, or inappropriate material
• Depicts individuals without their express consent (except for personal, non-commercial use)
• Contains hate speech, harassment, or discriminatory content
• Is used for deepfake creation, fraud, or deceptive purposes
• Depicts minors in any potentially inappropriate context
• Is used for commercial purposes without appropriate licensing
• Attempts to reverse engineer, copy, or compromise our AI technology
• Contains malware, viruses, or other harmful code

7. AI-Generated Content and Intellectual Property

8. Copyright Compliance and DMCA

We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed:

• Send a DMCA notice to our designated agent: legal@caricatu.ro
• Include all required information as specified by the DMCA
• We will respond within the timeframes required by law

9. Payment Terms and Credits

10. Privacy and Data Protection (GDPR Compliance)

We take your privacy seriously and comply with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Our data practices are detailed in our Privacy Policy
• EU residents have additional rights under GDPR, including data portability and erasure
• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data
• You can control your privacy settings and data retention preferences in your account
• We use cookies and similar technologies as described in our Cookie Policy

11. Service Availability and AI Limitations

We strive to maintain high service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access due to:

• Scheduled maintenance and updates
• Third-party AI service dependencies
• Network connectivity issues
• High demand periods

12. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

SERVICE PROVIDED "AS IS": To the maximum extent permitted by law, our Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: HAPPYGLOBAL, LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, arising from your use of the Service, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total liability to you for all claims shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless HAPPYGLOBAL, LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service:

• Immediately for violation of these Terms
• For any reason with 30 days notice
• Immediately if required by law or court order

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately, but previously generated content you own remains yours.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved through:

1. Good faith negotiation for 30 days
2. Binding arbitration under Delaware Arbitration Rules if negotiation fails
3. Courts of Delaware for any matters not subject to arbitration

16. International Users

Our Service is operated from the United States. If you access our Service from outside the US, you are responsible for compliance with local laws and regulations. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your data to the United States.

17. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or through our Service at least 30 days before they take effect. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

18. Severability and Entire Agreement

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force. These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and other referenced policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and HAPPYGLOBAL, LLC.

19. Contact Information