Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: October 29, 2024

1. Introduction

By accessing or using our software platform (“Drafter”), you (“User” or “Customer”) agree to be bound by these terms and conditions (“Agreement”). Please read this Agreement carefully before using our services. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our platform.

2. License Grant

Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Drafter grants the User a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Drafter platform for the purpose of generating drawings, automating GD&T, and digitizing design intent. The User may not modify, distribute, sublicense, or sell any part of the software.

3. Restrictions

The User agrees to use Drafter solely for its intended purpose. The User shall not:

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software.
  • Use the software to develop a competing product.
  • Use the software in violation of any local, state, or international laws.

4. User Obligations

The User is responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information required to generate drawings and digital designs through Drafter. The User acknowledges that they are solely responsible for verifying the correctness of any drawings, GD&T data, or other output provided by the Drafter platform.

5. Intellectual Property

All intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks, and patents related to Drafter, remain the property of Drafter and its licensors. The User acknowledges that any feedback or suggestions provided to Drafter may be used to improve the platform without compensation.

6. Data Privacy Policy

6.1. Commitment to Privacy

Drafter collects, stores, and processes personal and technical data in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). By using the platform, the User agrees to the terms outlined in Drafter’s Data Privacy Policy.

6.2. Data Collection and Use

We collect personal information you provide, such as your name, contact details, and usage data from your interactions with the platform. This data is used to operate, improve, and personalize our services, and to communicate important updates to the User.

6.3. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information. Data may be shared with third-party service providers in compliance with data protection regulations. If required by law, Drafter may share data with governmental authorities.

6.4. User Rights

Depending on the jurisdiction, Users may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of their personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@drafterinc.com.

6.5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

7. Usage of Customer Data

7.1. General Use of Data

Drafter may use data generated from your interactions with our platform to improve its features, such as AI-driven tools. This may include anonymized or aggregated data that does not identify individual users or reveal any proprietary information.

7.2. Training AI Models

Customer data may be used to train and enhance AI models to improve automation and other functionalities on the platform. Any data used in this context will be anonymized and de-identified, ensuring that no personal or proprietary data is exposed.

7.3. Opt-Out Option

Users can opt out of having their data used for AI model training by contacting support@drafterinc.com. Opting out may impact certain AI-powered features of the platform.

7.4. Data Confidentiality

All data used for AI training is treated with strict confidentiality. Proprietary data will not be shared with external entities for model training unless required by law.

8. Fees and Payment

The User agrees to pay the applicable fees for accessing and using the Drafter platform, as outlined in the pricing structure. Payments must be made on time, and Drafter reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for non-payment.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

Drafter provides the platform “as-is” and without any warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Drafter does not guarantee that the software will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that defects will be corrected.

10. Limitation of Liability

Drafter is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the platform, even if Drafter has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Drafter’s total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by the User for the platform during the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Specific Disclaimer: Manufacturing Liability

Drafter provides tools to generate drawings and design outputs but is not responsible for the manufacturing of parts or any results derived from the use of such drawings. The User acknowledges and agrees that:

  • Drafter is not liable for any inaccuracies, errors, or defects in parts produced based on drawings or other outputs generated by the platform.
  • Drafter is not responsible for any issues related to tolerances, material selection, manufacturability, production costs, or part performance.
  • It is the sole responsibility of the User and their manufacturing partners to ensure that all drawings and specifications meet the required standards for production.
  • Drafter will not be held liable for any damages, including but not limited to financial losses, delays, or product defects arising from the use of its platform to generate drawings or information used for manufacturing.

12. Termination

Drafter reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to the platform at its discretion, without notice, for violations of this Agreement or other conduct deemed inappropriate. The User may terminate this Agreement by discontinuing use of the platform and paying any outstanding fees.

13. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and any award rendered shall be final and binding on the parties.

15. Amendments

Drafter reserves the right to amend or update this Agreement at any time. The User will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.

16. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the User and Drafter and supersedes any prior understandings or agreements, written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof