Terms of Service | THORT.AI

Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of THORT.AI's consultancy services, AI chat assistant, and website. Please read them carefully.

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Effective Date: January 2025

Last Updated: January 2025

Questions about these terms? Contact us at oscar@thort.ai

1. Acceptance of Terms


By accessing and using the THORT.AI website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

Key Points:

These terms apply to all users of our website and services

By using our AI chat assistant or booking consultations, you agree to these terms

We may update these terms from time to time with notice

Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of new terms

2. Our Services


THORT.AI provides AI and software consultancy services, including:

Consultancy Services:

AI strategy and implementation guidance

Software development consulting

Technology architecture advice

Digital transformation planning

AI Chat Assistant:

24/7 AI-powered business consultation

Personalized advice based on your business needs

Educational content and resources

Connection to human consultants when needed

Booking Platform:

Online scheduling for consultation appointments

Calendar integration and management

Automated reminders and communications

All services are provided subject to availability and our professional judgment.

3. Acceptable Use


You agree to use our services responsibly and in accordance with these terms:

Permitted Uses:

Seeking legitimate business advice and consultation

Using our AI chat assistant for business-related inquiries

Booking and attending consultation sessions

Accessing educational content and resources

Prohibited Uses:

Attempting to reverse engineer or compromise our AI systems

Sharing inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content through our chat

Using our services for commercial espionage or competitive intelligence

Overwhelming our systems with excessive automated requests

Misrepresenting your identity or business situation

Consequences:
Violation of these terms may result in suspension or termination of access to our services.

4. AI Assistant Disclaimer


Our AI chat assistant is designed to provide helpful business guidance, but please note:

AI Limitations:

AI responses are generated automatically and may not always be accurate

The AI cannot replace professional legal, financial, or regulatory advice

Responses are based on general business knowledge, not specific expertise

The AI may not have access to the most current information

Professional Advice:

For critical business decisions, always consult qualified professionals

Our human consultants provide expert advice beyond AI capabilities

We recommend validating AI suggestions with additional research

Specific legal, compliance, or financial matters require specialist advice

No Warranty:
We provide our AI assistant "as is" without warranties of accuracy or completeness.

5. Intellectual Property

Our Content:

All website content, designs, and materials are owned by THORT.AI

Our proprietary methodologies and frameworks are protected intellectual property

You may not reproduce or distribute our content without permission

Consultation materials provided to you remain our intellectual property unless otherwise agreed

Your Content:

You retain ownership of information you share with us during consultations

By using our services, you grant us permission to use your information to provide services

We may use anonymized insights from consultations to improve our services

Confidential information will be protected according to our privacy policy

Respect for Others:

Do not share content that infringes on others' intellectual property rights

Respect confidentiality of information shared in group sessions or materials

6. Payment and Billing

Consultation Fees:

Consultation rates are clearly displayed during the booking process

Payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise arranged

All prices are in GBP and include applicable taxes

We accept major credit cards and bank transfers for larger engagements

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made 24+ hours in advance: Full refund

Cancellations made less than 24 hours: 50% refund

No-shows without notice: No refund

Emergency cancellations will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Project Work:

Larger projects require separate agreements with detailed scope and terms

Payment schedules for projects will be agreed upon in advance

Additional work beyond agreed scope requires approval and additional payment

Disputes:

Billing disputes must be raised within 30 days of the invoice date

We will work in good faith to resolve any payment or service issues

7. Confidentiality


We take your business confidentiality seriously:

Our Commitments:

All consultation content is treated as confidential information

We do not share your specific business details with third parties

Our team is bound by professional confidentiality agreements

Technical information about your systems or processes is protected

Your Responsibilities:

Do not share sensitive information in publicly accessible areas

Be mindful of what you share through our AI chat assistant

For highly sensitive discussions, request a confidential consultation

Inform us if information shared requires special handling

Limitations:

We may be required to disclose information if legally compelled

General business insights may be used anonymously to improve our services

Public information shared during consultations is not considered confidential

8. Limitation of Liability

Service Limitations:

Our services are advisory in nature and do not guarantee business outcomes

We are not liable for decisions you make based on our advice

Technology implementations may involve inherent risks beyond our control

Market conditions and external factors may affect the success of our recommendations

Financial Limitations:

Our total liability is limited to the amount paid for the specific service

We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or punitive damages

Business losses, lost profits, or opportunity costs are excluded from liability

Force majeure events (natural disasters, pandemics, etc.) are excluded

Professional Standards:

We maintain professional indemnity insurance appropriate to our services

Our advice is provided in good faith based on available information

We will correct errors or provide additional guidance when issues arise

9. Termination

Termination by You:

You may stop using our services at any time

Outstanding payments for completed services remain due

You may request deletion of your data subject to our retention policies

Ongoing project work will be concluded according to existing agreements

Termination by Us:

We may terminate access for violation of these terms

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone

Reasonable notice will be provided except for serious violations

Refunds for terminated services will be provided on a pro-rata basis

Effect of Termination:

Access to our AI chat assistant and booking system will cease

Confidentiality obligations continue after termination

Outstanding invoices remain due and payable

You must cease use of any proprietary materials provided

10. Governing Law and Disputes

Jurisdiction:

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales

UK courts have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes

We will attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiation first

Mediation may be considered before formal legal proceedings

Dispute Resolution:

Most issues can be resolved through direct communication

Contact us at oscar@thort.ai for dispute resolution

We aim to respond to all concerns within 5 business days

Formal legal action should be a last resort

Compliance:

Our services comply with UK business and data protection laws

We maintain appropriate business licenses and professional standards

International clients are subject to these terms regardless of their location

Questions About These Terms?

If you have any questions about these terms of service or need clarification on any point, please contact us:

Email: oscar@thort.ai

Phone: +44 7493 626754

Address: 104 Warton Street, Lytham, FY8 5HA, United Kingdom