Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 18, 2024

1. Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your participation in AI-Access's startup accelerator program ("Program"). By applying to or participating in our Program, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully.

2. Program Description

2.1. AI-Access is a non-profit startup accelerator focused on supporting early-stage AI companies.

2.2. The Program includes:

  • Community support and networking opportunities
  • Access to mentorship and technical guidance
  • Optional access to enterprise AI tools at group rates
  • Workspace collaboration tools

3. Eligibility and Selection

3.1. Program Requirements:

  • Must be an AI-focused startup
  • Must be based in the USA, European Economic Area, or Switzerland
  • Must complete KYC verification process
  • Must have a clear business model and growth potential

3.2. Selection Process:

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis
  • Final decisions are at AI-Access's sole discretion
  • Not all applications will be accepted

4. Privacy and Confidentiality

4.1. Information Sharing:

  • We protect your confidential information
  • You maintain ownership of your intellectual property
  • We may share anonymized data for Program improvement
  • Community discussions are confidential by default

5. Program Rules

5.1. Participant Obligations:

  • Active participation in community activities
  • Respectful communication with other members
  • Regular progress updates and milestone reporting
  • Compliance with all Program guidelines

5.2. Prohibited Activities:

  • Sharing confidential information outside the Program
  • Harassment or discrimination of any kind
  • Misrepresentation of company status or achievements
  • Using the Program for unauthorized promotion

6. Program Benefits

6.1. Resource Access:

  • Community platform access
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Technical implementation guidance
  • Optional enterprise tool access

6.2. Limitations:

  • Benefits are subject to availability
  • No guaranteed funding or investment
  • Support levels may vary based on Program capacity

7. Termination

  • We reserve the right to terminate participation for violations
  • Participants may voluntarily withdraw with notice
  • Certain confidentiality obligations survive termination
  • No refunds for optional paid services upon termination

8. Liability and Disclaimers

  • Program provided "as is" without warranties
  • No guarantee of business success or outcomes
  • Participants responsible for their business decisions
  • Limited liability to maximum extent permitted by law

9. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be communicated to participants and continued participation constitutes acceptance.

Contact

For questions about these Terms, please contact us through our website or Discord community.

These Terms of Service constitute the entire agreement between you and AI-Access regarding the Program.