What You're Agreeing To

  • Service: September is an assistive communication app for people with speech/motor difficulties
  • Data: Your data is primarily stored locally on your device
  • External Services: Some features use third-party AI and speech services
  • Medical Use: This is an assistive tool, not a medical device
  • Open Source: Available freely under open source license

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using September ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Description of Service

September is an open-source communication assistant designed specifically for people living with ALS, MND, and other neurodegenerative conditions that affect speech and motor function. The Service provides:

  • Text-to-speech synthesis using multiple providers
  • AI-powered conversation suggestions and completions
  • Voice cloning and personalization features
  • Speech-to-text transcription capabilities
  • Document processing and text extraction
  • Local-first data storage with optional cloud sync

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Appropriate Use

You agree to use September responsibly and ethically. You will not:

  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Create or share harmful, abusive, or discriminatory content
  • Attempt to circumvent or disable security features
  • Use voice cloning features to impersonate others without consent
  • Share or distribute others' personal information
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or its infrastructure

3.2 API Keys and External Services

If you choose to use external services (ElevenLabs, Google Gemini), you are responsible for:

  • Obtaining and maintaining valid API keys
  • Complying with third-party service terms and usage policies
  • Any costs associated with external service usage
  • Protecting your API keys from unauthorized access

3.3 Content and Data

You retain ownership of all content you create or input into September. However, by using external AI services, you acknowledge that your data may be processed by third parties according to their respective privacy policies.

4. Medical Disclaimer

⚠️ Important Medical Disclaimer

September is NOT a medical device and is NOT intended for medical diagnosis, treatment, or emergency communication.

  • Do not rely on September for emergency communications
  • Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice
  • The Service may have technical limitations or failures
  • AI-generated content may contain errors or inappropriate suggestions

5. Service Availability

5.1 Uptime and Reliability

While we strive to keep September available 24/7, we do not guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted access to the Service
  • Availability of third-party integrations (ElevenLabs, Google Gemini)
  • Error-free operation of all features
  • Compatibility with all devices or browsers

5.2 Maintenance and Updates

We may temporarily disable the Service for maintenance, updates, or improvements. We will attempt to provide notice when possible, but emergency maintenance may occur without warning.

6. Privacy and Data

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

6.1 Data Storage

  • Local Storage: Most data is stored locally on your device
  • External Processing: Some features require sending data to third-party services
  • No Warranty: We cannot guarantee the security or availability of locally stored data

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Open Source License

September is open source software. The source code is available on GitHub under the applicable open source license. You may use, modify, and distribute the software according to the license terms.

7.2 Third-Party Services

ElevenLabs, Google Gemini, and other integrated services are owned by their respective companies and subject to their own terms of service.

8. Limitation of Liability

Legal Disclaimer

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • SEPTEMBER IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND
  • WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM USE OF THE SERVICE
  • THIS INCLUDES DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
  • YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless September and its contributors from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

10. Third-Party Services

September integrates with third-party services that have their own terms:

  • ElevenLabs: Voice synthesis and cloning services
  • Google Gemini: AI text generation and processing
  • Supabase: Database and authentication services

Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Termination

12.1 Your Rights

You may stop using September at any time. Since data is stored locally, you can delete it by clearing your browser data.

12.2 Our Rights

We may suspend or terminate access to the Service for violations of these Terms or for any reason with or without notice.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the primary maintainer resides. Any disputes will be resolved through appropriate legal channels in that jurisdiction.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

  • GitHub Issues: Create an issue
  • General Support: Use GitHub issues for the fastest response

16. Acknowledgment

By using September, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service, understand them, and agree to be bound by them.