Terms of Service

Last updated: November 2, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using ClefAIst ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Copyright and Intellectual Property - USER RESPONSIBILITY

2.1 Your Responsibility for Uploaded Content

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring that you have the legal right to upload, process, and use any sheet music or content you submit to ClefAIst.

By uploading sheet music to our Service, you represent and warrant that:

  • You own the copyright to the sheet music, OR
  • The sheet music is in the public domain, OR
  • You have obtained explicit permission from the copyright holder to use, reproduce, and process the sheet music, OR
  • Your use qualifies as fair use under applicable copyright law

2.2 Copyright Infringement

ClefAIst does NOT verify, validate, or confirm that you have the legal rights to upload any content. We provide a technical service for processing sheet music, but we do not grant permission to use copyrighted material.

Uploading copyrighted material without proper authorization is illegal and may result in:

  • Immediate termination of your account
  • Legal action by copyright holders
  • Civil and/or criminal penalties under copyright law
  • Financial liability for damages

2.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ClefAIst, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:

  • Your violation of copyright or intellectual property rights
  • Your unauthorized use of copyrighted sheet music
  • Any content you upload to the Service
  • Your breach of these Terms of Service

2.4 DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights and comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyrighted work has been uploaded without authorization, please contact us immediately at: dmca@clefaist.com

We will promptly investigate and remove infringing content and may terminate accounts of repeat infringers.

3. Permitted Use - Personal and Educational Only

3.1 Non-Commercial Use

ClefAIst is intended EXCLUSIVELY for personal, educational, and non-commercial use.

Permitted Uses:

  • Personal practice and study
  • Educational purposes in schools and institutions
  • Private music lessons (student and teacher use)
  • Academic research
  • Non-profit educational activities

3.2 Prohibited Commercial Uses

You MAY NOT use ClefAIst for any commercial purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Commercial performances or recordings
  • Selling or distributing processed sheet music or audio
  • Broadcasting or public performance for profit
  • Using generated audio in commercial projects, advertisements, films, or media
  • Any business or revenue-generating activities
  • Creating derivative works for commercial distribution

Violation of this non-commercial use restriction will result in immediate account termination and may result in legal action.

4. User Account

4.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
  • Maintain the security of your password
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account

4.2 Account Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use the Service.

4.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms of Service
  • Copyright infringement
  • Commercial use of the Service
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Abuse of the Service or other users

5. Service Description and Limitations

5.1 What We Provide

ClefAIst provides:

  • Conversion of PDF and MusicXML files to interactive sheet music
  • MIDI audio generation for playback
  • Multi-instrument support and part management
  • Library organization tools
  • Cloud storage for your sheet music

5.2 Service Limitations

The Service has the following limitations:

  • Maximum file size: 50MB per upload
  • Maximum pages per PDF: 15 pages
  • Processing time varies based on file complexity
  • Audio quality depends on source material quality
  • Storage limits may apply based on account type

5.3 Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice.

6. Prohibited Conduct

You agree NOT to:

  • Upload content you don't have rights to use
  • Use the Service for commercial purposes
  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
  • Reverse engineer or decompile the Service
  • Share your account credentials
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users

7. Content Ownership and License

7.1 Your Content

You retain all ownership rights to the content you upload. By uploading content, you grant ClefAIst a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide license to:

  • Store and process your uploaded files
  • Generate audio and interactive versions
  • Display your content back to you
  • Perform technical operations necessary to provide the Service

This license terminates when you delete the content or your account.

7.2 Our Content

ClefAIst and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by ClefAIst and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We specifically disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
  • Uninterrupted or error-free service
  • Security of data transmission

WE DO NOT WARRANT that the Service will meet your requirements or that the results obtained from the Service will be accurate, complete, or reliable.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CLEFAIST SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES.

This includes damages resulting from:

  • Your use or inability to use the Service
  • Copyright infringement claims arising from your uploads
  • Unauthorized access to your data
  • Errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in content
  • Loss of data or content
  • Service interruptions or termination
  • Any third-party content or conduct

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS LESS.

10. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Terms on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where ClefAIst operates, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through:

  1. Good faith negotiation between parties
  2. Mediation if negotiation fails
  3. Binding arbitration if mediation fails

You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action lawsuit.

13. General Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ClefAIst regarding the Service.

13.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

13.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

  • Email: legal@clefaist.com
  • DMCA: dmca@clefaist.com
  • Support: /support

⚠️ Important Reminders

  • YOU are responsible for ensuring you have legal rights to upload and use any sheet music
  • ClefAIst is for PERSONAL and EDUCATIONAL use only - NOT for commercial purposes
  • Copyright infringement is illegal and can result in severe penalties
  • We will terminate accounts that violate copyright or use the Service commercially
  • When in doubt about copyright, consult a legal professional or use only public domain/your own compositions

By using ClefAIst, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.