Subtitle Sphere

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End User License Agreement (EULA) for Subtitle Sphere

Effective Date: December 2024

This End User License Agreement ("Agreement") is a legal agreement between you ("User" or "You") and Subtitle Sphere ("Licensor," "We," or "Us") for the use of Subtitle Sphere ("Software"). By installing, accessing, or using the Software, You agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. If You do not agree to the terms of this Agreement, do not install, access, or use the Software.

1. Grant of License

Licensor grants You a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Software solely for personal or professional purposes, but not for resale, modification, or distribution, subject to the limitations set forth in this Agreement. You acknowledge that this license is only for use of the Software and does not transfer ownership of the Software.

2. License Restrictions

You agree not to:

• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to discover the source code of the Software.
• Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works of the Software.
• Use the Software for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
• Sublicense, rent, lease, distribute, or sell copies of the Software or Services without our express permission.
• Transfer or assign this license to any other individual or entity without written consent from the Licensor.
• Use the Software to develop a competing product or service.
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, service mark, logo, or other proprietary notices found in the Services.
• Interfere with, disrupt, or bypass security measures on the Services, our website, or related networks.
• Integrate the Services or their content into other programs, products, or services without express permission under these Terms.
• Falsely represent yourself or your connection to any person or entity while using the Services.
• Use automated means, scripts, or technologies to gather information from or interact with the Services without our consent.
• Upload, distribute, or make available harmful software or malicious code, including viruses, worms, spyware, or any software designed to harm or alter systems or data.
• Use the Services to violate or infringe on third-party intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights.
• Engage in harassment, intimidation, trolling, or any conduct designed to provoke or distress others while using the Services.
• Share or communicate any content through the Services that is offensive, obscene, defamatory, or encourages illegal activities, violence, or discrimination.
• Engage in behavior that disrupts others’ enjoyment of the Services or exposes us, our users, affiliates, or third parties to liability or harm.

3. Ownership

The Software is the exclusive property of Licensor and is protected by copyright laws and international treaties. This Agreement grants You no ownership rights over the Software, only a limited right to use it under the terms of this Agreement.

4. Internet Connectivity

The majority of the Software's functions operate offline on the user's local system. However, certain features of the Software, such as AI-powered SRT generation from plain text, voice narration, Whisper-Google Fusion, Google transcription and translation services, require an internet connection. These features rely on third-party services (such as Google Speech Recognition, Google Translate and Google gTTS), and the availability, accuracy, and performance of these services are not guaranteed by the Licensor. You acknowledge that these services may be subject to their own terms and conditions. By using the Software, You agree to comply with the terms and conditions of any third-party services (e.g., Google Speech Recognition, Google Translate, Google gTTS) required for the functionality of certain features.

5. Privacy & Data Usage

Subtitle Sphere primarily operates as an offline software, with most functions performed locally on the user's device without any data transmission. The Software itself does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data directly. However, certain features, such as AI narration (text-to-speech), translation, Google transcription and SRT generation from plain text, rely on third-party services like Google Speech Recognition, Google Translate and Google Text-to-Speech (gTTS), which may involve transmitting data (e.g., text for translation or speech generation) to those services. Please note:

• These third-party services may have their own usage limits, terms of service, and data restrictions.
• Subtitle Sphere does not control how these third-party services process this data or impose limits.
• You are responsible for adhering to any limitations, terms, or data restrictions set by these third-party services.
• Subtitle Sphere is not liable for any issues arising from exceeding data limits or violating terms of these third-party services.

For more information on how your data may be handled by these third-party services and their usage policies, please review their respective privacy policies and terms of service: Google Privacy Policy.

You are responsible for ensuring that your use of these services complies with applicable data protection regulations and any usage limits imposed by the third-party services. Subtitle Sphere is not responsible for any privacy, data protection, or usage limit issues arising from third-party services.

6. Term and Termination

This Agreement is effective from the date You install or use the Software and continues until terminated. Licensor may terminate this Agreement at any time if You breach any of the terms herein. Upon termination, You must cease using the Software and destroy all copies in Your possession.

7. Limited Warranty

The Software is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Licensor does not warrant that the Software will be error-free or that it will meet Your requirements. Licensor does not warrant that the Software will be compatible with other software, systems, or hardware configurations.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, in no event shall Licensor be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, arising out of or in connection with the use or inability to use the Software, even if Licensor has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Licensor harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including legal fees and costs, arising from Your use of the Software or breach of this Agreement.

10. Updates and Modifications

Licensor may provide updates or modifications to the Software at its discretion. Such updates may be required for continued use of certain features. Licensor reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Software without prior notice or liability.

11. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of Ontario, Canada.

12. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between You and Licensor regarding the use of the Software and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

14. Commercial Use and Attribution

If you use the Software for commercial purposes, including but not limited to the creation of subtitles, translations, or AI narration for paid projects, publications, or media, you agree to provide clear and visible attribution to Subtitle Sphere. An acceptable form of citation is: "Subtitles (or Translation/AI Narration) generated using Subtitle Sphere," with a link to the original website where applicable. This attribution must appear in any credits, publications, or wherever the work is publicly displayed or distributed. Failure to provide appropriate attribution may result in the termination of this license and potential legal actions for infringement.

15. Commercial Use and Licensing

The Software is currently provided free for personal and professional use, including offline and online features. However, any commercial use of the Software, including but not limited to incorporating its output into paid services, products, or media, may require a commercial license in the future. If you intend to use the Software for significant commercial purposes, such as incorporation into a paid service, product, or media, or if your commercial use exceeds a specific revenue threshold or user base, please contact us to discuss potential licensing options. We reserve the right to modify the licensing terms at any time. Failure to obtain a commercial license, if required, may result in the termination of this Agreement.

16. Feedback and Contributions

We welcome any feedback or contributions to improve the Software. By submitting any feedback, ideas, or modifications, you agree that the Licensor can freely use, modify, and incorporate them into future versions of the Software without any obligation to you.

17. Software Nature and Data Control

Subtitle Sphere is primarily an offline software that operates on the user's local system. The majority of its functions, including audio & video transcription and subtitling, are performed entirely on the user's device without any data transmission. Internet connectivity is only required for specific features such as translation, Google transcription, and SRT generation from plain text file, which utilize third-party services (Google Translate, Google Speech Recognition, and Google Text-to-Speech).

When using these online features:

1. Data is transmitted directly from the user's device to the third-party service providers without passing through Subtitle Sphere's servers.
2. Users maintain full control over when and what data is transmitted to these third-party services.
3. Users are responsible for ensuring their use of these third-party services complies with the respective terms of service and data policies.

Subtitle Sphere is currently offered as a free software for both personal and professional use. However, we reserve the right to modify our licensing terms, including the potential introduction of paid features or commercial licensing requirements, in the future. Any such changes will be communicated to users and will not affect the core offline functionality of the software.

18. Beta Software Notice

This version of Subtitle Sphere is a beta release, meaning it’s still in development and testing. By trying out this version, you’re helping us make it even better! Please note the following:

• You may encounter occasional bugs or issues that could affect performance.
• Some features may still be evolving and might not work exactly as intended.
• We appreciate your understanding that we can’t be responsible for any data issues or other impacts from using this beta version.
• We’d love your feedback on any issues you encounter to help improve the final product.

By using this beta version, you acknowledge it’s a work in progress and may differ from the final version.

19. Trademark and Material Usage

You agree not to use, reproduce, modify, or distribute any of our trademarks, logos, instructional videos, materials, or any other proprietary content associated with the Software without our express written permission. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Using our name, logo, or branding in any way that may imply endorsement or affiliation without prior consent.
• Creating derivative works based on our instructional materials, videos, or documentation.
• Distributing or displaying our content in any form, including online, in advertisements, or as part of any product or service offering, without authorization.

Any unauthorized use may result in the termination of your license to use the Software and may subject you to legal action.

20. Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding this Agreement or the Software, please contact:

Subtitle Sphere: support@subtitlesphere.com.