Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Dictate ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

These Terms constitute a legal agreement between you and the Dictate team regarding your use of the Service. Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms.

Service Description

Dictate is a voice-powered add-in for Microsoft Office applications that provides:

• Speech-to-text conversion within Office applications
• Real-time translation capabilities across multiple languages
• Voice command recognition for document formatting
• Integration with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel

The Service is currently provided as a free experimental release. Features, availability, and functionality may change without notice. Learn about our journey.

License Grant

Limited License

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use Dictate for your personal or business use.

Scope of License

• Use the Service on devices you own or control
• Use the Service for legitimate productivity purposes
• Make reasonable copies for backup purposes

License Restrictions

This license does not grant you the right to:

• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works of the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
• Remove or modify any proprietary notices or labels
• Distribute, sell, lease, or sublicense the Service

Usage Restrictions

You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Service. Specifically, you may not:

Prohibited Uses

• Use the Service to create, transmit, or store illegal content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Use the Service to harass, abuse, or harm others
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Use automated systems to access the Service
• Attempt to circumvent usage limitations or restrictions

Content Responsibility

You are solely responsible for all content you create, transmit, or process using the Service. We do not monitor, control, or endorse user-generated content and disclaim all liability related to such content.

Experimental Release

Beta Software

Dictate is currently provided as an experimental release. This means:

• The Service may contain bugs, errors, or incomplete features
• Performance and availability are not guaranteed
• Features may be added, modified, or removed without notice
• The Service may be discontinued at any time

No Warranty

As an experimental release, the Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. You use the Service at your own risk and discretion.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback about the Service. By providing feedback, you grant us the right to use, modify, and incorporate your feedback into the Service without compensation or attribution.

Privacy & Data

Data Processing

Your use of the Service involves the processing of voice data and other information as described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to such processing.

Voice Data

When you use speech recognition features, your voice may be processed locally on your device or transmitted to our servers for translation services. We implement appropriate security measures to protect this data.

Third-Party Services

The Service may integrate with third-party services (such as Microsoft Translator) that have their own privacy policies and terms of service.

Disclaimers

Service Availability

We do not guarantee that the Service will be available at all times or that it will function without interruption or error. We may suspend or discontinue the Service at any time.

Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy in speech recognition and translation, we cannot guarantee perfect results. You should review and verify all content generated by the Service.

Compatibility

The Service is designed to work with specific versions of Microsoft Office and Windows. We do not guarantee compatibility with all configurations or future software updates.

No Warranty

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for all claims arising from or relating to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the twelve months preceding the claim. Since the Service is currently free, our maximum liability is zero dollars ($0).

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

Termination

Termination by You

You may stop using the Service at any time by uninstalling the software from your devices.

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Reasons for termination may include:

• Violation of these Terms
• Misuse of the Service
• Discontinuation of the experimental program
• Legal or regulatory requirements

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. You should uninstall the software and cease all use of the Service.

Changes to Terms

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

• In-app notifications
• Email notifications (if provided)
• Updates on our website

Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Service.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact us:

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration or in the appropriate courts.

Severability

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