Terms of Use
Last updated: April 2026
1. Introduction and Acceptance
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the StillBeMe application (“App,” “Service,” or “we,” “us,” “our”), operated by [YOUR NAME or COMPANY NAME].
By creating an account or using the App, you confirm that:
- You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms
- You are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a legal guardian
- You have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the App.
2. Description of Service
StillBeMe is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) application designed to assist individuals with speech difficulties in communicating with others.
2.1 Core Features
The App provides:
- Speech capture: Recording of ambient speech from conversation partners using your device’s microphone
- Speech-to-text: Transcription of captured speech
- AI-powered suggestions: Generation of contextual response suggestions using artificial intelligence
- Text-to-speech: Audible playback of selected phrases
- Phrase management: Pre-set and customizable phrase categories
- Personalization: Communication style preferences and voice selection
2.2 Intended Use
The App is intended as a communication aid for adults who experience speech difficulties due to conditions such as (but not limited to) ALS, Parkinson’s disease, aphasia, or stroke.
The App is NOT:
- A medical device
- A substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment
- A life-sustaining or life-supporting system
- Emergency communication equipment
3. Important Disclaimers
3.1 No Medical Claims
THE APP IS PROVIDED AS A COMMUNICATION TOOL ONLY. WE MAKE NO MEDICAL CLAIMS ABOUT THE APP’S EFFECTIVENESS IN TREATING, MANAGING, OR IMPROVING ANY MEDICAL CONDITION.
You should always consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding your medical needs. The App does not replace speech therapy, medical treatment, or professional AAC assessment.
3.2 AI-Generated Content
Response suggestions are generated by artificial intelligence (AI) systems. You acknowledge and agree that:
- AI suggestions are not human-reviewed before being presented to you
- You are solely responsible for reviewing and selecting which suggestions to speak
- AI may generate suggestions that are inaccurate, inappropriate, or contextually wrong
- AI may misinterpret the conversation partner’s speech or intent
- We do not guarantee the accuracy, appropriateness, or suitability of any AI-generated content
- You should not rely on AI suggestions for medical, legal, financial, or safety-critical communications
By selecting and speaking an AI-generated suggestion, you adopt it as your own communication.
3.3 Speech Recognition Limitations
Speech-to-text transcription may:
- Contain errors, especially with accents, background noise, or unclear speech
- Misinterpret words or phrases
- Fail to capture speech accurately in challenging acoustic environments
You should verify transcriptions before responding.
3.4 Service Availability
The App requires:
- An internet connection for AI suggestions and cloud text-to-speech
- Microphone access on your device
- A compatible browser or device
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. Features may be unavailable due to maintenance, third-party service outages, network issues, or device limitations.
Note: Critical safety phrases (Yes, No, Help) are designed to work offline using browser-based text-to-speech, but we cannot guarantee this functionality in all circumstances.
4. User Responsibilities
4.1 Account Security
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
4.2 Acceptable Use
You agree NOT to:
- Use the App for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users’ data
- Interfere with or disrupt the App’s functionality
- Use the App to harass, abuse, or harm others
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source code
- Use automated systems or bots to access the App
- Violate the rights of others, including intellectual property rights
4.3 Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
- Any custom phrases you create
- Your selection and use of AI-generated suggestions
- Any consequences arising from communications made using the App
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Our Rights
The App, including its design, code, features, and content (excluding user-generated content), is owned by [COMPANY NAME] and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
5.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.
5.3 Your Content
You retain ownership of any custom phrases or content you create. By using the App, you grant us a limited license to store and process this content solely to provide the Service to you.
6. Third-Party Services
The App uses third-party services to provide functionality:
| Service | Purpose | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Supabase | Authentication, cloud storage | [VERIFY] |
| OpenAI | AI response generation | United States |
| Microsoft Azure | Text-to-speech | [VERIFY REGION] |
| PostHog | Analytics | European Union |
| Vercel | Hosting | [VERIFY] |
Your use of the App is also subject to these providers’ terms and policies. We are not responsible for the practices of third-party service providers.
Note on data transfers: Some third-party services may process data outside the European Economic Area. See our Privacy Policy for details on safeguards.
7. Fees and Payment
[DESCRIBE YOUR PRICING MODEL]
- Option A: The App is currently provided free of charge during the beta/early access period
- Option B: The App operates on a subscription/freemium/one-time payment model
We reserve the right to introduce, modify, or change fees with reasonable notice. Continued use of the App after pricing changes constitutes acceptance.
8. Limitation of Liability
8.1 Disclaimer of Warranties
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW: THE APP IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that:
- The App will meet your requirements
- The App will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
- AI-generated suggestions will be accurate or appropriate
- Speech recognition will be accurate
- The App will be suitable for any particular communication need
8.2 Limitation of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW: IN NO EVENT SHALL [COMPANY NAME], ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE APP, AI-GENERATED CONTENT, ERRORS IN SPEECH RECOGNITION, UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO YOUR DATA, OR THIRD-PARTY SERVICE FAILURES.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (a) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (b) EUR 100.
8.3 Consumer Rights
If you are a consumer in the European Union, you have mandatory statutory rights that cannot be waived. Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights under applicable consumer protection laws.
8.4 Acknowledgment of Risk
You acknowledge that:
- Communication is inherently personal and context-dependent
- AI systems cannot fully understand human communication nuances
- Errors in communication may have personal, social, or other consequences
- You assume the risk of using AI-assisted communication tools
9. Indemnification
To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless [COMPANY NAME] and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the App
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Content you create or communications you make using the App
10. Termination
10.1 Your Right to Terminate
You may stop using the App and delete your account at any time through the Settings menu.
10.2 Our Right to Terminate
We may suspend or terminate your access to the App:
- If you violate these Terms
- If required by law
- For any reason with reasonable notice
10.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the App ceases immediately
- We may delete your cloud-stored data in accordance with our Privacy Policy
- Provisions that should survive (including liability limitations, disclaimers, and indemnification) will remain in effect
11. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated Terms in the App
- Updating the “Last updated” date
- Sending an email notification to registered users (for material changes)
Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to updated Terms, you must stop using the App.
12. Governing Law and Disputes
12.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [SWEDEN / YOUR JURISDICTION], without regard to conflict of law principles.
12.2 Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved by the courts of [SWEDEN / Stockholm district court].
If you are a consumer in the EU, you may also use the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform: https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr
12.3 Consumer Rights
If you are a consumer in the European Union, nothing in these Terms affects your mandatory statutory rights, including the right to bring proceedings in the courts of your country of residence.
13. Accessibility
We are committed to making the App accessible to users with various abilities. The App is designed with:
- Large touch targets for users with motor difficulties
- High contrast colors
- Support for screen readers where technically feasible
- Reduced motion options
If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us at [ACCESSIBILITY EMAIL].
14. General Provisions
14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and [COMPANY NAME] regarding the App.
14.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
14.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
14.4 Assignment
You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
14.5 Language
These Terms are provided in English. In case of any discrepancy between translated versions, the English version prevails.
15. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, please contact us:
[COMPANY NAME]
Email: [LEGAL EMAIL]
Address: [PHYSICAL ADDRESS]
Website: https://stillbe.me
For support inquiries: [SUPPORT EMAIL]
For accessibility concerns: [ACCESSIBILITY EMAIL]
By using StillBeMe, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.