Terms of Service

Last Updated: 15th September 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to HeyNeo.com, operated by Neo Research Inc. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using our AI Agent software for machine learning development ("Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you do not have permission to access the Service.

2. Definitions

  • "Service" refers to our AI Agent software for machine learning development, including all features, functionalities, user interfaces, algorithms, models, and proprietary technology
  • "User," "you," or "your" refers to any individual or entity using our Service
  • "Content" refers to any output, data, or information generated through the use of our Service
  • "Platform" refers to our website, dashboard, and related interfaces
  • "NEO Software" refers to all proprietary software, code, algorithms, models, and intellectual property contained within our Service
  • "VPC Container" refers to the Docker container deployment of our Service for private cloud/local environments
  • "Proprietary Technology" includes but is not limited to our AI algorithms, machine learning models, software architecture, and any related intellectual property

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Eligibility Requirements

To use the Service, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have basic understanding of software and machine learning engineering
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • Not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws

3.2 Account Creation

To access the Service, you must:

  • Provide a valid email address
  • Create a secure password
  • Optionally provide company details and use case information
  • Maintain the accuracy of your account information

3.3 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

4. Service Access and Use

4.1 License Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use the Service in accordance with these Terms. This license does not grant any rights to our underlying software, algorithms, or proprietary technology.

4.2 VPC Container Specific Terms

For VPC Container deployments, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • The container contains our proprietary software and algorithms
  • You are granted access solely for the purpose of running the Service
  • You may not extract, copy, or reverse engineer any code or algorithms
  • You may not create derivative works based on our proprietary technology
  • You may not distribute, share, or provide access to the container to third parties
  • All intellectual property rights remain exclusively with us

4.3 Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • Use the Service to generate illegal, sexual, harmful, or toxic content
  • Engage in any illegal activities through the Service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its underlying systems
  • Copy, modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or create derivative works of the Service
  • Extract, analyze, or attempt to recreate our algorithms or proprietary technology
  • Use the Service in any way that could damage or overburden it
  • Share access credentials with unauthorized users
  • Attempt to bypass any security measures or access controls
  • Use automated tools to extract or analyze our software components
  • Create competing products or services based on our technology

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Proprietary Rights

  • We retain all rights, title, and interest in the Service, including all intellectual property rights
  • All trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed are our exclusive property
  • The Service's software, code, algorithms, models, and infrastructure remain our exclusive property
  • Our proprietary AI algorithms, machine learning models, and software architecture are protected trade secrets
  • All improvements, modifications, or enhancements to our technology remain our property
  • Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide become our property without compensation

5.2 Code Protection and Confidentiality

You acknowledge that our NEO Software contains valuable trade secrets and proprietary information. You agree to:

  • Maintain strict confidentiality of any code, algorithms, or technical information accessed
  • Not disclose, share, or discuss our proprietary technology with third parties
  • Not attempt to understand, analyze, or document our underlying algorithms
  • Not use any knowledge gained from our technology to develop competing solutions
  • Implement reasonable security measures to protect access to VPC Containers
  • Report any unauthorized access or security breaches immediately

5.3 User Rights to Generated Content

  • You retain all rights to Content generated through your use of the Service
  • You may share, distribute, license, or use the outputs as per your requirements
  • You grant us a limited license to host, store, and display your Content solely for providing the Service

5.4 Enforcement of Rights

We reserve the right to:

  • Monitor compliance with these intellectual property provisions
  • Investigate suspected violations and take appropriate legal action
  • Seek injunctive relief and monetary damages for any violations
  • Terminate access immediately upon discovery of IP violations

6. Trade Secrets and Confidentiality

6.1 Trade Secret Protection

You acknowledge that the NEO Software contains valuable trade secrets, including but not limited to:

  • Proprietary AI algorithms and machine learning models
  • Software architecture and system design
  • Data processing methodologies and optimization techniques
  • Model training and deployment strategies
  • Performance optimization and scaling methods

6.2 Confidentiality Obligations

You agree to maintain the confidentiality of our trade secrets and proprietary information by:

  • Not disclosing any technical details or methodologies to third parties
  • Not documenting, recording, or creating records of our proprietary technology
  • Not using any knowledge gained to develop competing or similar solutions
  • Limiting access to VPC Containers to authorized personnel only
  • Implementing appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access

6.3 Survival of Obligations

These confidentiality obligations shall:

  • Survive termination of these Terms indefinitely
  • Apply to all employees, contractors, and agents under your control
  • Remain in effect regardless of how the information was obtained

7. Service Availability and Maintenance

7.1 Service Level Agreement

  • We strive to maintain Service availability but do not guarantee specific uptime
  • Maintenance windows will be announced at least 2 days in advance
  • Service interruptions may occur; major interruptions will be communicated

7.2 Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any feature of the Service
  • Update the Service to maintain security and functionality
  • Change or remove Content at our discretion

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Service Disclaimer

  • The Service is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE"
  • We make no warranties regarding the Service's reliability, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose
  • We are not responsible for any outputs generated through the Service

8.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Damages arising from use or inability to use the Service
  • Any outputs or decisions made based on the Service

8.3 User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

  • Proper and legal use of the Service
  • Evaluating and using any outputs generated
  • Compliance with applicable laws and regulations

9. Enforcement and Remedies

9.1 IP Violation Consequences

Any violation of our intellectual property rights may result in:

  • Immediate termination of Service access without refund
  • Legal action seeking monetary damages and injunctive relief
  • Pursuit of all available legal remedies under applicable law
  • Reporting to relevant authorities for potential criminal prosecution

9.2 Monitoring and Detection

We reserve the right to:

  • Monitor usage patterns to detect potential IP violations
  • Implement technical measures to protect our proprietary technology
  • Audit VPC Container deployments for compliance
  • Investigate suspicious activities or unauthorized access attempts

9.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your unauthorized use or disclosure of our proprietary technology
  • Any third-party claims related to your use of the Service
  • Your breach of confidentiality obligations

10. Term and Termination

10.1 Term

These Terms remain in effect while you use the Service.

10.2 Termination for Cause

We may immediately terminate your access for:

  • Any violation of intellectual property or confidentiality provisions
  • Attempted reverse engineering or code extraction
  • Unauthorized sharing or distribution of VPC Containers
  • Any other material breach of these Terms

10.3 General Termination

We may also terminate or suspend your access:

  • At our sole discretion, with or without cause
  • With reasonable notice for non-material reasons
  • Immediately for security or legal compliance reasons

10.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to access the Service will cease immediately
  • You must cease all use of VPC Containers and delete all copies
  • Confidentiality and IP protection obligations survive indefinitely
  • You remain liable for any violations that occurred during the term
  • You are responsible for retaining copies of your Content

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes via:

  • Email notification
  • Notice on our website
  • Notice in the Service dashboard

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

12. Miscellaneous

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Delaware, United States.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Delaware, United States.

12.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

12.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: support@heyneo.so