Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to CreatorGuard. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and CreatorGuard (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) governing your access to and use of the CreatorGuard platform, website, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).

By accessing or using CreatorGuard, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

1. Description of Service

CreatorGuard is a content protection platform that provides:

Plagiarism Detection: Scanning and monitoring of web content for unauthorized copies
DMCA Protection: Generation and tracking of Digital Millennium Copyright Act takedown notices
SEO Optimization: AI-powered recommendations and audits for search engine optimization
WordPress Integration: Direct connection to WordPress sites for content monitoring
Analytics Dashboard: Reporting and insights on content protection activities
Backdated Licensing: Revenue recovery options for content theft (where applicable)

2. Eligibility

To use CreatorGuard, you must:

Be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
Not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws
Provide accurate and complete registration information

If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

3. Account Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account by providing:

A valid email address
A secure password
Any additional information requested during registration

3.2 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
Using strong, unique passwords

3.3 Account Accuracy

You agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Update your information to keep it accurate
Not create accounts using false or misleading information
Not create multiple accounts to circumvent limitations

4. Subscription Plans and Pricing

4.1 Available Plans

CreatorGuard offers the following subscription tiers:

Plan	Price	AI Credits	Plagiarism Words	Sites	DMCA Notices
Creator	$49/month	500	50,000	1	$10 each
Growth	$149/month	2,000	150,000	5	3 included
Pro Brand	$499/month	10,000	500,000	20	20 included
Enterprise	Custom	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited

4.2 Free Trial

14-day free trial available for the Creator plan
No credit card required for trial signup
Full access to Creator plan features during trial
Automatic conversion to paid plan if payment method is added

4.3 Billing

Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually in advance
Annual billing includes a discount (equivalent to 2 months free)
Taxes (sales tax, VAT) are applied based on your location
All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified

4.4 Payment Processing

Payments are processed securely through Stripe
We accept major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover)
Debit cards are also accepted
Enterprise customers may request NET-30 invoice terms

4.5 Price Changes

We reserve the right to modify pricing with 30 days’ advance notice. Price changes will not affect your current billing cycle.

5. Credits and Usage

5.1 AI Credits

AI credits are used for SEO optimization features
Credits reset monthly on your billing date
Unused credits do not roll over to the next month
Additional credits can be purchased as needed

5.2 Plagiarism Words

Word limits apply to plagiarism scanning
Limits reset monthly on your billing date
Usage is tracked per scan request
Exceeding limits requires plan upgrade or additional purchase

5.3 Fair Use

You agree not to:

Abuse or exploit the credit/word systems
Use automated tools to artificially inflate usage
Share account access to circumvent plan limitations
Resell or redistribute service access

6. WordPress Integration

6.1 Connection Method

CreatorGuard connects to WordPress sites using Application Passwords, the official secure authentication method introduced in WordPress 5.6.

6.2 Access Scope

When you connect your WordPress site, you grant CreatorGuard permission to:

Read posts, pages, and content
Access metadata (titles, excerpts, categories, tags)
Retrieve media library information
Access SEO metadata for optimization

6.3 Limitations

CreatorGuard cannot and will not:

Access your WordPress admin password
Modify your site’s content or settings
Access user accounts or visitor data
Install, modify, or delete plugins
Access your hosting credentials

6.4 Revocation

You may revoke access at any time through your WordPress dashboard without notice to us.

7. DMCA Services

7.1 DMCA Notice Generation

CreatorGuard provides tools to generate DMCA takedown notices. By using this feature, you:

Confirm you are the copyright owner or authorized agent
Attest that the information provided is accurate
Understand that false claims may have legal consequences
Accept responsibility for notices sent using our platform

7.2 Disclaimer

CreatorGuard:

Provides notice generation tools, not legal advice
Does not guarantee the success of takedown requests
Is not responsible for responses from third parties
Recommends consulting legal counsel for complex matters

7.3 Counter-Notices

If you receive a counter-notice, you may need to pursue legal action. CreatorGuard can provide documentation support but is not a party to such disputes.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Intellectual Property

CreatorGuard and its licensors own all rights to:

The Service, including software, algorithms, and technology
Our trademarks, logos, and branding
Documentation, content, and materials we provide
Any improvements or modifications to the Service

8.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of:

Content you submit for scanning
Your website content and intellectual property
DMCA notices you generate (as to the underlying claim)

8.3 License to Us

By using the Service, you grant us a limited license to:

Process your content for plagiarism detection
Store scan results and reports
Use anonymized data for service improvement
Display content excerpts in reports and dashboards

This license is:

Non-exclusive and revocable
Limited to providing the Service
Subject to our Privacy Policy

9. Acceptable Use Policy

9.1 Permitted Uses

You may use CreatorGuard to:

Protect content you own or are authorized to protect
Generate legitimate DMCA notices for your copyrighted works
Monitor your content across the web
Optimize SEO for your websites

9.2 Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use CreatorGuard to:

Fraudulent Activities:

Submit false DMCA claims
Misrepresent copyright ownership
Harass or intimidate others
Engage in any illegal activity

Abuse of Service:

Attempt to bypass usage limits or security measures
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
Use bots or automated tools not provided by us
Interfere with or disrupt the Service

Harmful Content:

Submit content that is illegal, defamatory, or harmful
Use the Service for spam or phishing
Violate the rights of third parties
Distribute malware or malicious code

9.3 Consequences

Violation of this Acceptable Use Policy may result in:

Warning or temporary suspension
Immediate account termination
Forfeiture of fees paid
Legal action if warranted

10. Disclaimers

10.1 Service Provided “As Is”

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

MERCHANTABILITY
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
NON-INFRINGEMENT
ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS

10.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that:

The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
Plagiarism detection will catch all copies
DMCA notices will always be successful
SEO recommendations will achieve specific results
Third parties will comply with takedown requests

10.3 Not Legal Advice

CreatorGuard provides tools and information, NOT legal advice. For legal matters, consult a qualified attorney.

11. Limitation of Liability

11.1 Cap on Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CREATORGUARD’S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

The amount you paid to CreatorGuard in the 12 months preceding the claim, OR
One hundred dollars ($100)

11.2 Exclusion of Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL CREATORGUARD BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
Loss of data or goodwill
Damages from third-party actions or failures
Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your account

11.3 Exceptions

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain liability exclusions. In such cases, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CreatorGuard and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
False or fraudulent DMCA claims you submit
Content you submit to the Service

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by You

You may cancel your subscription at any time:

Through your account settings
By contacting support
Cancellation takes effect at the end of your billing period

13.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account:

For violation of these Terms
For non-payment of fees
For fraudulent or illegal activity
At our discretion with 30 days’ notice

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your access to the Service will cease
Your data will be retained for 30 days, then deleted
You remain liable for any outstanding fees
Provisions that should survive (indemnification, limitation of liability) will survive

13.4 Refunds

Monthly subscriptions: No refunds for partial months
Annual subscriptions: Pro-rata refund may be available at our discretion
Refunds are not available for credits already used
Enterprise agreements may have custom refund terms

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the matter informally for at least 30 days.

14.2 Arbitration Agreement

Any disputes not resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except for:

Claims that may be brought in small claims court
Injunctive relief for intellectual property violations

14.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE TO RESOLVE DISPUTES ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS OR CLASS ARBITRATION.

14.4 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

15. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by:

Posting the updated Terms on our website
Updating the “Last Updated” date
Sending email notification for significant changes

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

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other referenced policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and CreatorGuard.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights to any affiliate or successor.

16.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

16.6 Notices

Notices to you will be sent to your registered email address. Notices to us should be sent to mark.creatorguard@gmail.com.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service:

Support: mark.creatorguard@gmail.com

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