1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Explain like I am 5 (explainlikeiam5.org), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Explain like I am 5 is an AI-powered educational tool that generates simple explanations for complex topics. The Service uses artificial intelligence to create age-appropriate content based on user input.

3. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

Use the Service for lawful purposes only
Not submit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
Not attempt to harm or disrupt the Service
Not use automated tools to access the Service excessively
Supervise children's use of the Service
Verify important information from authoritative sources

4. AI-Generated Content

Important: Explanations are generated by AI and may contain errors, inaccuracies, or oversimplifications. The Service is designed for educational purposes and should not be used as a sole source of information for critical decisions, medical advice, legal advice, or professional consultation.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Content

The Service, including its design, code, and branding, is owned by Explain like I am 5 and protected by copyright laws.

5.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of the topics you submit. AI-generated explanations are provided for your personal, non-commercial use.

5.3 License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Service for personal, educational purposes.

6. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR RELIABILITY OF AI-GENERATED CONTENT. USE OF THE SERVICE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

9. Service Availability

We strive to maintain the Service's availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

10. Third-Party Services

The Service uses third-party AI providers to generate explanations. We are not responsible for the performance or policies of third-party services.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which we operate, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@explainlikeiam5.org