OpenAI
API, Custom GPT Builder, and any other backend product provided by OpenAI
Terms and Conditions
1. Introduction
Bison & Bird ("we," "us," or "our") provides services that utilize Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) from third-party providers, including OpenAI. By using our services, you ("the Customer") agree to comply with the following terms and conditions, which govern the use of these APIs and the services we provide.
2. API Usage
Our services may incorporate the use of APIs provided by OpenAI to deliver AI-powered features and functionalities. By using our services, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by OpenAI’s usage policies and terms of service.
It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that any use of our services does not violate these terms.
3. Data Collection and Privacy
Some data may be processed through OpenAI’s API when you use our services. Bison & Bird does not store or retain customer data processed through OpenAI, but OpenAI may collect and store such data as governed by its Privacy Policy.
By using our services, you agree to OpenAI’s data processing practices. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws when using our services.
4. Data Security and Confidentiality
We are committed to protecting the confidentiality of your data. However, since our services rely on third-party APIs, including OpenAI, we cannot guarantee complete control over how third-party providers handle your data. You should review OpenAI’s security practices for further details:
You acknowledge that using our services carries some risk related to data transmission over external APIs, and you accept that Bison & Bird will not be held liable for any breach caused by OpenAI or third-party service providers.
5. Acceptable Use
You agree to use our services, including those powered by OpenAI, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to:
Engaging in any activity that violates OpenAI’s Acceptable Use Policy (OpenAI Usage Policy).
Using the services to generate or distribute content that is unlawful, harmful, or infringes on the rights of others.
Bison & Bird reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the service if you engage in prohibited activities.
6. Liability
Bison & Bird makes no warranties regarding the reliability, accuracy, or availability of services powered by OpenAI’s APIs. We will not be held liable for any direct, indirect, or incidental damages resulting from your use of services powered by OpenAI.
Additionally, Bison & Bird will not be responsible for:
Any outages or downtime resulting from OpenAI’s API services.
Any data loss or unintended data exposure due to third-party service provider actions or failures.
7. Intellectual Property
Any content you generate or interact with using our services, including those powered by OpenAI, is subject to OpenAI's Content Ownership policy. You retain ownership of your data, but you grant OpenAI certain rights to process and use this data as outlined in their policies:
8. Updates and Changes to Terms
Bison & Bird reserves the right to update or change these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to you, and your continued use of the services constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
9. Governing Law
The laws of Alberta, Canada, govern these terms and conditions. Any disputes arising from using our services will be resolved in the courts of Alberta.
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