Terms of Service

Last updated: March 13, 2025

1. Beta Status and Service Description

Crochet Atelier provides AI-powered crochet pattern generation services. Our platform is currently in BETA phase, which means:

  • Our AI technology is under active development and may produce unpredictable results
  • Pattern generation accuracy and reliability are not guaranteed
  • Services may be interrupted, modified, or discontinued without notice
  • Features may be experimental and subject to change
  • By using our service, you acknowledge and accept its beta status

2. Disclaimers and Limitations

By using Crochet Atelier, you explicitly acknowledge and agree that:

  • Patterns are generated by artificial intelligence and may contain errors or inconsistencies
  • We make no guarantees about pattern accuracy, feasibility, or final results
  • We are not responsible for any costs incurred from following our patterns (including but not limited to materials, time, or labor)
  • We bear no responsibility for failed projects or unsatisfactory results
  • The service is provided strictly "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without any warranties
  • We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

3. User Responsibilities and Acknowledgments

  • You must review patterns thoroughly before starting any project
  • You accept all risks associated with using AI-generated patterns
  • You understand that each pattern generation may produce different results
  • You are responsible for verifying pattern feasibility and safety
  • You agree to provide accurate information when using our services
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
  • You agree not to use our service for any illegal purposes

4. Pattern Generation and Intellectual Property Rights

When you generate a pattern using our service:

  • You retain rights to patterns you generate
  • You may use generated patterns for personal or commercial use
  • You grant us license to use your uploads for AI training and service improvement
  • You acknowledge that similar patterns may be generated for other users
  • We maintain the right to improve our AI using anonymized data
  • We cannot guarantee pattern uniqueness or originality

5. Service Limitations and Technical Constraints

Users should be aware that:

  • Pattern generation may fail or timeout
  • Service may experience downtime or performance issues
  • Generated patterns may not match preview renders
  • AI capabilities are limited and evolving
  • Not all crochet techniques may be properly supported

6. Service Modifications and Updates

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any aspect of the service without notice
  • Change or terminate the beta program at any time
  • Update these terms as needed
  • Limit or terminate service access for violations
  • Introduce fees or change the service model in the future

7. Data Usage and Privacy

  • We collect usage data to improve our AI models
  • Pattern data may be anonymized and analyzed
  • User uploads may be stored and processed for service improvement
  • We implement reasonable security measures but cannot guarantee absolute security

8. Contact Information

For questions about these terms or the service:

  • Email: info@crochet-atelier.com
  • Use our feedback form on the website

By using Crochet Atelier, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms of service, including all limitations, disclaimers, and the beta nature of the service.