1. Introduction

Welcome to Interview Coder. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Interview Coder application, services, and features (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Interview Coder LLC ("we," "us," or "our"). Please read them carefully before using our Service.

2. Account Creation and Use

2.1. Registration Requirements

To access certain features of our Service, you may need to create an account. When registering, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Keep your account credentials confidential
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

2.2. Account Security

You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for restricting access to your device. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach.

2.3. Age Restrictions

You must be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction) to create an account and use our Service. By creating an account, you represent that you meet these age requirements.

3. Interview Practice and AI Features

3.1. AI-Powered Coding Assistance

Interview Coder provides access to AI-powered coding assistance tools. The AI generates solutions, explanations, and analyses based on the information you provide and its training data. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any AI-generated content.

3.2. Practice Use Only

Our Service is designed for practice purposes only and is not intended to replace comprehensive learning or education. The solutions and explanations provided should be used as reference materials to enhance your understanding, not as definitive teaching tools.

3.3. Service Availability

While we strive to provide uninterrupted service, we cannot guarantee that the Service will be available at all times or error-free. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service, in whole or in part, at any time without notice.

3.4. Use During Actual Interviews

Interview Coder is designed with features that make it undetectable during browser-based coding tests and interviews when sharing specific application windows (such as a browser or IDE). When using application-specific screen sharing, Interview Coder remains hidden from view. However, if you share your entire screen or desktop during screen sharing, Interview Coder may be visible to others. Please note:

• We do not endorse or encourage the use of our Service during actual interviews or assessments where external assistance is prohibited
• You are responsible for complying with the rules and requirements of any interview or assessment you participate in
• We assume no liability for any consequences resulting from the use of our Service in violation of any third-party rules or policies

4. User Content and Data

4.1. Content Ownership

You retain ownership rights to any content you submit, upload, or transmit through our Service ("User Content"), including code solutions and problem-solving approaches. By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute such content for the purpose of providing and improving our Service.

4.2. Content Restrictions

You may not upload, transmit, or distribute User Content that:

• Is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable
• Infringes or violates any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other intellectual property rights
• Contains software viruses or any other malicious code
• Interferes with or disrupts the integrity or performance of the Service
• Attempts to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service

4.3. Content Monitoring

We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to monitor and review User Content for compliance with these Terms. We may remove or refuse to display any User Content that violates these Terms or that we find objectionable for any reason.

5. Data Processing and Authentication

5.1. Data Collection and Processing

When you use our Service, we collect and process certain information as described in our Privacy Policy. This information is essential for providing and improving the Service, ensuring security, and complying with legal requirements.

5.2. Authentication Systems

Our Service uses industry-standard authentication systems to verify user identities and secure access to the Service. Your continued use of the Service implies consent to these security measures.

6. Subscription and Payment Terms

6.1. Free and Premium Services

Interview Coder may offer both free and premium features. Access to premium features requires payment according to our current pricing structure.

6.2. Subscription Terms

• Subscription fees are charged in advance on a recurring basis
• Unless otherwise stated, subscriptions automatically renew for additional periods equal to the initial subscription term
• You can cancel your subscription at any time through your apple account settings

6.3. Payment and Billing

• You agree to pay all fees and charges associated with your account
• All payments are non-refundable except as expressly provided in these Terms or required by law
• We use third-party payment processors and do not store your complete payment information

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1. Ownership of Service

The Service, including all software, visual interfaces, graphics, design, compilation, information, data, and all other elements of the Service, is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2. Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Service for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.

7.3. Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Service
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Use the Service in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Service

8. User Obligations and Prohibited Activities

8.1. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You will not use the Service to:

• Violate any applicable law, regulation, or third-party rights
• Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation
• Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Service
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or related systems

8.2. Automated Access

You may not use any automated system or software to extract data from the Service for commercial purposes ("screen scraping") without our prior written consent.

8.3. Security Testing

You may not perform security vulnerability testing on the Service without our explicit written permission.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

9.2. Liability Limitations

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICE
• ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON THE SERVICE
• ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE SERVICE
• UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE, OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT

9.3. Limitation of Damages

IN ANY CASE, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US FOR ACCESS TO PREMIUM FEATURES IN THE SIX (6) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

9.4. Use at Your Own Risk

You acknowledge and agree that you use the Service at your own risk. The solutions, explanations, and analyses provided are meant for practice purposes only and should not be relied upon as definitive or comprehensive educational materials. We make no guarantees regarding the effectiveness of our Service in improving your interview performance or coding skills.

10. Termination

10.1. Termination by User

You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings or by contacting customer support.

10.2. Termination by Interview Coder

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms
• Suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Non-payment of any fees owed
• Extended periods of inactivity

10.3. Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. Termination may result in the forfeiture and destruction of all information associated with your account.

11. Disclaimers and Warranties

11.1. Accuracy of Information

While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that the Service will be error-free or uninterrupted, or that defects will be corrected.

11.2. AI-Generated Content

AI-generated solutions and explanations may not always be accurate, complete, or appropriate. You acknowledge that you use such content at your own risk and discretion.

11.3. Not a Teaching Service

The Service is designed for quick practice and reference, not comprehensive education. We do not guarantee that use of our Service will improve your interview performance or coding skills. Users should supplement their preparation with proper educational resources.

11.4. External Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the availability or accuracy of such external sites or resources.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within [Jurisdiction] for the resolution of any disputes.

13. Changes to Terms

13.1. Modification Rights

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion.

13.2. Notification of Changes

We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting a notice on our website or within the Service
• Sending an email to the address associated with your account
• Other reasonable means

13.3. Continued Use

Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Service.

14. Miscellaneous

14.1. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

14.2. Waiver and Severability

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

14.3. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms at our discretion.