1. Acceptance of Terms
By creating an account or using Scout0, you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you don't agree, don't use Scout0.
We may update these terms occasionally. We'll notify you of significant changes via email at least 30 days in advance. Continued use after changes means you accept them.
2. Description of Service
Scout0 provides AI-powered code analysis for:
- Security vulnerabilities
- Code quality issues
- Performance problems
- Bug detection
- Code explanations
We integrate with GitHub to access your repositories (read-only) and use AI models to analyze the files you select.
3. Account Requirements
To use Scout0, you must:
- Be at least 13 years old
- Provide accurate information (email, name)
- Keep your login credentials secure
- Not share your account with others
- Comply with these terms
You're responsible for all activity under your account.
4. Your Code and Content
You retain all ownership of the code you analyze. By using Scout0, you grant us permission to:
- Read files you select for analysis
- Process them through our AI provider (OpenAI)
- Store analysis results (not your code)
- Display results back to you
We do not:
- Claim ownership of your code
- Store your source code permanently
- Use your code to train AI models
- Share your code with other users
5. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Abuse or overload our service (e.g., automated scraping, DOS attacks)
- Use Scout0 for illegal purposes
- Violate GitHub's terms of service
- Attempt to access other users' accounts or data
- Reverse engineer or copy Scout0
- Upload malicious code or malware
- Analyze code you don't have permission to access
- Share your account credentials
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these rules.
6. Credits and Billing
Credits:
- Analysis requests consume credits based on file size and complexity
- Credits refresh monthly based on your subscription tier
- Unused credits don't roll over
- We deduct credits upfront (before analysis runs)
Subscriptions:
- Billed monthly via Stripe (through Polar)
- You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel anytime
- Cancellations take effect at the end of your billing period
- No refunds for partial months (except within 7 days of initial purchase)
Free Tier:
- Limited to 500 one-time credits
- Access to basic analysis types only
- Can upgrade to paid tiers anytime
7. Refund Policy
We offer refunds within 7 days of your first purchase if Scout0 isn't right for you. After that, no refunds for partial months.
To request a refund, email support@scout0.com with your account details.
8. Service Availability
We strive for high availability, but Scout0 is provided "as-is" without guarantees. We may:
- Experience downtime for maintenance or upgrades
- Temporarily limit features during high load
- Make changes to improve the service
We're not liable for:
- Service interruptions
- Data loss (though we take backups seriously)
- Third-party service failures (OpenAI, GitHub, etc.)
9. API and Third-Party Services
Scout0 relies on third-party services:
- OpenAI: For AI analysis
- GitHub: For repository access
- Stripe/Polar: For payments
If these services fail or change their terms, it may affect Scout0's functionality. We're not responsible for third-party service disruptions.
10. Intellectual Property
Scout0's code, design, branding, and analysis algorithms are owned by Scout0. You may not:
- Copy or redistribute Scout0's software
- Use Scout0's branding without permission
- Claim ownership of Scout0's features or design
The analysis results we generate for you are yours to use as you wish.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
Scout0 is provided "as-is" and "as available" without any warranties, express or implied. We don't guarantee that:
- The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Analysis results are 100% accurate
- Security vulnerabilities will be caught
- The service meets your specific needs
You use Scout0 at your own risk. We're not liable for decisions you make based on analysis results.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Scout0 is not liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Lost profits, data, or business opportunities
- Damages resulting from third-party services (OpenAI, GitHub, etc.)
- Security breaches or data loss
Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid us in the last 12 months (or $100 CAD if you're on the free tier).
13. Indemnification
You agree to defend and indemnify Scout0 from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the service
- Your violation of these terms
- Your violation of third-party rights (e.g., analyzing code you don't own)
14. Termination
You can terminate your account anytime by:
- Deleting your account in settings
- Emailing support@scout0.com
We can terminate your account if you:
- Violate these terms
- Abuse the service
- Engage in fraudulent activity
- Don't pay for your subscription
Upon termination:
- Your access ends immediately
- Your data is deleted within 30 days (except billing records)
- No refunds for unused time
15. GitHub Integration
By connecting GitHub, you:
- Grant Scout0 read-only access to your repositories
- Acknowledge that we only access files you explicitly select
- Agree to GitHub's Terms of Service
You can revoke access anytime at github.com/settings/applications.
16. Data and Privacy
Your use of Scout0 is governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:
- We don't store your source code
- We don't train AI models on your code
- Analysis results are stored for your reference
Read the full Privacy Policy for details.
17. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of Canada (specifically British Columbia). Any disputes will be resolved in Canadian courts.
If you're in the EU, you retain rights under GDPR and local consumer protection laws.
18. Dispute Resolution
If you have a problem:
- Email us first: support@scout0.com
- We'll work with you to resolve it (most issues are solved this way)
- If we can't resolve it, either party may pursue legal action
We both agree to resolve disputes in good faith before pursuing legal action.
19. Severability
If any part of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the rest remains in effect.
20. No Waiver
If we don't enforce a right under these terms, it doesn't mean we waive that right.
21. Assignment
You can't transfer your Scout0 account to someone else without our permission. We may transfer our rights under these terms (e.g., if Scout0 is acquired).
22. Entire Agreement
These terms, plus our Privacy Policy, are the complete agreement between you and Scout0. They replace any prior agreements or understandings.
23. Contact and Legal Entity
Scout0 is operated as a sole proprietorship in Canada.
- Operator: Matteo Aure
- Email: support@scout0.com
- Response time: Within 48 hours
- For legal notices: support@scout0.com
Questions about these terms? We're developers. If something seems unfair or unclear, let us know.