Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using CereneAI services.

Last updated: December 17, 2024

Important Notice

CereneAI is not a replacement for professional mental health care. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact emergency services or call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using CereneAI ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

CereneAI provides AI-powered mental health support through conversational therapy sessions. Our service is designed to supplement, not replace, professional mental health care.

Service Limitations

  • CereneAI is not a licensed mental health professional
  • The service cannot diagnose mental health conditions
  • Emergency situations require immediate professional intervention
  • The AI may not always provide perfect or appropriate responses

3. User Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use CereneAI. Users between 13-17 may use the service with parental consent and supervision.

4. User Responsibilities

Appropriate Use

  • Use the service for its intended mental health support purpose
  • Provide accurate information during registration
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Report any technical issues or inappropriate AI responses

Prohibited Activities

  • Attempting to reverse engineer or manipulate the AI system
  • Using the service for illegal activities
  • Sharing your account with others
  • Attempting to extract or misuse other users' data

5. Privacy and Data Protection

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

6. Subscription and Billing

Free Trial

New users receive 60 therapy minutes with no credit card required. After those minutes are used, a paid monthly subscription is required to continue. Sessions are subject to the usage rules presented in the service, including the 10-minute minimum deduction.

Subscription Plans

  • Pro: $9.99 per month for 120 therapy minutes
  • Premium: $19.99 per month for 360 therapy minutes
  • Subscription minute banks reset each monthly billing cycle
  • Prices are subject to change with 30 days notice
  • Refunds are provided according to our refund policy
  • You may cancel your subscription at any time

7. Intellectual Property

CereneAI and all related content, features, and functionality are owned by us and protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

Medical Disclaimer

CereneAI is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals for medical concerns.

Service Availability

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We are not liable for temporary service interruptions.

9. Crisis Situations

If you are experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please immediately contact:

  • Emergency Services: 911
  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

10. Termination

You may terminate your account at any time. We may terminate or suspend your account for violation of these Terms or for any other reason with reasonable notice.

11. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or through the service. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us:

  • Email: support@cerene.ai