Terms of Service
RAG Assistant - AI-Powered Research & Chat Extension
Terms of Service
RAG Assistant
1 Acceptance of Terms
By installing, accessing, or using the RAG Assistant Chrome extension ("the Extension," "our Extension," or "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not install or use the Extension.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User" or "you") and RAG Assistant ("we," "us," or "our"). We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting.
2 Description of Service
RAG Assistant is a sophisticated Chrome browser extension that provides advanced AI-powered assistance through Retrieval-Augmented Generation technology. The Extension offers:
- Multi-model AI integration (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, xAI)
- Custom AI assistant creation and management
- Advanced RAG capabilities with knowledge base integration
- Multiple interface modes (sidebar, full chat, text selection, image interaction)
- Intelligent web search and document processing
3 License and Usage Rights
3.1 License Grant
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Extension for personal and commercial purposes, subject to these Terms and your compliance with applicable AI provider terms.
3.2 Permitted Uses
You may use the Extension to:
- Create and manage custom AI assistants for productivity
- Build knowledge bases from documents and web content
- Conduct AI-powered research and analysis
- Process documents, images, and audio content
- Facilitate team collaboration through shared assistants
3.3 Prohibited Uses
You may not:
- Reverse engineer, modify, or create derivative works of the Extension
- Use the Extension for illegal activities or to violate others' rights
- Attempt to circumvent security measures or API limitations
- Use automated systems to abuse AI services or overwhelm providers
- Redistribute, resell, or commercially exploit the Extension
- Create content that violates AI provider usage policies
4 AI Service Integration and Responsibilities
4.1 Third-Party AI Services
RAG Assistant integrates with multiple AI providers. You acknowledge that:
- You must comply with each AI provider's terms of service and usage policies
- You are responsible for obtaining and managing your own API keys
- AI service availability and costs are controlled by respective providers
- We are not responsible for AI service interruptions or changes
4.2 User Responsibilities
You are responsible for:
- Secure management of your API keys and credentials
- Monitoring and controlling your AI service usage and costs
- Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Verifying accuracy of AI-generated content for critical uses
5 Data and Privacy
Our comprehensive Privacy Policy governs data collection and use. Key points include:
- Local data storage with no external server retention
- Secure API key management through Chrome's encrypted storage
- User control over all data including export and deletion rights
- Compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations
6 Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Our Rights
The Extension, including its architecture, algorithms, and user interface, is protected by intellectual property laws. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.
6.2 User Content and Assistants
You retain ownership of custom assistants, knowledge bases, and content you create. By using our Service, you grant us a limited license to process your content solely for providing Extension functionality.
6.3 Feedback and Improvements
Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide may be used to improve the Extension without compensation or attribution requirements.
7 Service Availability and Modifications
7.1 Service Availability
While we strive for consistent service availability, the Extension may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, AI provider limitations, or technical issues.
7.2 Updates and Modifications
We reserve the right to:
- Add, modify, or discontinue Extension features
- Update AI model integrations and capabilities
- Change system requirements or compatibility
- Release new versions with enhanced functionality
8 AI Content and Accuracy Limitations
Important Disclaimers:
- AI-generated content may contain inaccuracies or biases
- The Extension is not suitable for critical decisions without verification
- RAG responses depend on the quality of source materials
- We do not guarantee availability of specific AI models or features
Users must verify important information independently and understand the limitations of AI-generated content.
9 Disclaimer of Warranties
The Extension is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, including but not limited to:
- Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of AI responses
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Compatibility with all systems or AI providers
10 Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
- AI service costs or usage charges
- Decisions made based on AI-generated content
- Third-party claims arising from Extension use
11 Termination
11.1 Termination by User
You may terminate use at any time by uninstalling the Extension and discontinuing all use.
11.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend access for violations of these Terms, misuse of AI services, or technical/security reasons.
12 Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
⚖️ Legal Agreement
By using RAG Assistant, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.