Terms of service.

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to NeuralFin. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the websites, applications, software, AI systems, and related services (collectively, the “Services”) provided by NeuralFin Pty Ltd (“NeuralFin”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.

2. ORGANISATIONAL MISSION STATEMENT

NeuralFin is dedicated to advancing marine conservation through innovative shark identification technologies, AI-based ecological data analysis, and public engagement platforms. Our Services support scientific research, conservation management, and citizen science initiatives globally.

3. DEFINITIONS

  • “User” or “you” means any individual or entity accessing the Services.

  • “Content” means any data, images, videos, text, or other material submitted, uploaded, or displayed by Users.

  • **“Intellectual Property” or “IP” means patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and all other proprietary rights.

4. ELIGIBILITY

You must be at least 16 years of age to use the Services. By accessing them, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

5. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION

To access certain features, you may be required to create an account and provide personal information. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information

  • Maintain the confidentiality of your credentials

  • Notify NeuralFin immediately of any unauthorised use of your account

NeuralFin shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to maintain account security.

6. ACCEPTABLE USE

You agree to use the Services only for purposes that:

  • Are lawful and authorised

  • Align with NeuralFin’s mission of marine conservation and research

  • Do not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the Services

You shall not:

  • Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful data

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Services

  • Attempt unauthorised access to NeuralFin systems or user data

  • Use the Services for any commercial purpose without prior written consent from NeuralFin

7. USER CONTENT

7.1 Ownership

You retain ownership of your Content. By submitting Content to NeuralFin, you grant NeuralFin a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable licence to:

  • Use, process, display, distribute, reproduce, adapt, store, and modify such Content

  • Integrate Content into AI training datasets for species recognition and conservation modelling

  • Share with research and conservation partners under appropriate data protections

This licence enables NeuralFin to fulfil its mission while respecting your intellectual property rights.

7.2 Representations and Warranties

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have all necessary rights to upload the Content

  • Your Content does not infringe any intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of any third party

  • Your Content complies with all applicable laws and regulations

8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

8.1 NeuralFin IP

All rights, title, and interest in the Services, including but not limited to software, algorithms, AI models, designs, trademarks, and copyrighted material, are owned by NeuralFin or its licensors. Nothing in these Terms grants you any ownership rights in NeuralFin’s Intellectual Property.

8.2 Restrictions

You may not:

  • Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works of NeuralFin IP

  • Use NeuralFin trademarks without prior written consent

  • Remove, obscure, or alter copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

Our Services may include links to third-party websites or integrate third-party services (e.g. maps, payment gateways). NeuralFin does not control these third-party sites and is not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Accessing such sites is at your own risk.

10. PRIVACY

Your use of the Services is subject to our Privacy Policy, which governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data.

11. DATA USE AND AI PROCESSING

By using NeuralFin’s identification and analysis tools, you acknowledge and consent that:

  • Uploaded data may be processed by AI models for identification, pattern recognition, and research

  • Data may be integrated into anonymous datasets to improve accuracy and expand marine conservation knowledge

  • Identification results are probabilistic and provided for informational and conservation purposes only, and do not constitute certified scientific confirmations

12. NO WARRANTY

The Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. NeuralFin disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or availability without interruption.

NeuralFin does not warrant that:

  • The Services will meet your requirements

  • Results will be error-free, complete, or scientifically definitive

  • Any errors or defects will be corrected promptly

13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • NeuralFin shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • NeuralFin’s total liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall not exceed the amount you have paid to NeuralFin in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim (if any).

14. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NeuralFin, its affiliates, officers, employees, contractors, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with:

  • Your use or misuse of the Services

  • Your Content

  • Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws

  • Your infringement of any rights of another person or entity

15. TERMINATION

NeuralFin may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at its sole discretion, including but not limited to situations where:

  • You breach these Terms

  • Required by law or regulatory obligations

  • Your use poses a security, operational, or legal risk to NeuralFin or other users

Upon termination, all rights and licences granted to you shall cease immediately.

16. EXPORT COMPLIANCE

You agree to comply with all applicable export and re-export control laws and regulations, including those of Australia and any other relevant jurisdictions.

17. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Queensland, Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland, Australia, and you consent to their jurisdiction.

18. CHANGES TO TERMS

NeuralFin reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and NeuralFin regarding the Services and supersede all prior agreements, representations, and understandings.

20. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact:

NeuralFin Legal Team
📧 Email: neuralfin.org@neuralfin.org