This document governs your use of theaeoengine.com (the "Website") operated by AiBuildrs ("we","us", or "our"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these terms.
Part 1: Privacy Policy
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us:
- Name and email address (when you sign up for our waitlist or newsletter)
- Company name and website URL (if provided)
- Messages you send through contact forms
- Any other information you choose to provide
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Website:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- IP address and general location (city/country level)
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Date and time of your visit
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send you updates about The AEO Engine beta program
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Send you our weekly blog updates and educational content
- Improve our Website and services
- Analyze how visitors use our Website
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who help us operate our Website (email service providers, analytics tools, hosting providers)
- Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants) when necessary
- Law enforcement or government officials when required by law
- A buyer or successor if our business is sold or merged
Our service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use our Website
- Improve your experience
- Analyze Website traffic and performance
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
Common cookies we use:
- Essential cookies (required for Website operation)
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics or similar)
- Marketing cookies (if you consent)
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Object to processing of your information
- Request a copy of your information
To exercise these rights, contact us at team@aibuildrs.com
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as:
- Your account is active
- Needed to provide you services
- Required by law
- Necessary for legitimate business purposes
When you unsubscribe from our mailing list, we will remove you from future communications but may retain your information for record-keeping purposes.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
We implement:
- Encryption for data transmission (SSL/HTTPS)
- Secure servers and hosting
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
8. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
9. International Users
If you are accessing our Website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our Website, you consent to this transfer.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending you an email notification (for material changes)
Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Part 2: Terms of Service
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using theaeoengine.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use our Website.
2. Description of Service
The AEO Engine Website provides:
- Information about our Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) services
- Educational content about AEO and AI platform optimization
- Blog posts and weekly updates about our progress
- Waitlist signup for our beta program
- Contact forms to request information
3. Use of Website
You may use our Website for lawful purposes only. You agree NOT to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Scrape, harvest, or collect information using automated tools
- Use the Website to spam or send unsolicited communications
- Impersonate another person or entity
- Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers
4. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website is owned by AiBuildrs or our licensors, including:
- Text, images, graphics, logos
- Blog posts and articles
- Website design and layout
- Software and code
- Trademarks and brand elements
You may:
- View and read content for personal use
- Share links to our content on social media
- Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution
You may NOT:
- Copy, reproduce, or republish entire articles or substantial portions
- Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
- Remove copyright notices or attributions
- Create derivative works from our content
5. User-Generated Content
If you submit content to our Website (comments, feedback, testimonials):
- You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
- You represent that you own the content or have permission to submit it
- You agree not to submit confidential, offensive, or illegal content
- We reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion
6. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for:
- The content or privacy practices of linked websites
- Any damages or losses from your use of third-party sites
- The accuracy or reliability of third-party information
Visiting linked websites is at your own risk.
7. Disclaimers
THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Warranties that content is accurate, complete, or current
- Warranties that the Website is free from viruses or harmful components
Information on our Website is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Results discussed in our blog posts are our own and may not be typical.
8. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, AIBUILDRS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
- Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Website
- Damages from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
- Damages from unauthorized access to your information
Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us (if any), whichever is greater.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless AiBuildrs, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Any content you submit to the Website
10. Modifications to Website and Terms
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website at any time
- Change these Terms of Service at any time
- Restrict access to certain features or parts of the Website
Material changes to these Terms will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without notice, for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
- Actions that harm our business or reputation
- Any reason at our sole discretion
Upon termination, your right to use the Website ceases immediately.
12. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which AiBuildrs is registered, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved through:
- Informal negotiation first
- Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
- Small claims court for qualifying claims
You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or class action lawsuit.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and AiBuildrs regarding use of the Website, superseding any prior agreements.
15. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms or our Privacy Policy, contact us:
Email: team@aibuildrs.com
Website: theaeoengine.com
Special Provisions
BETA PROGRAM DISCLAIMER:
The AEO Engine is currently in beta. Information shared about our beta program, including results and methodologies, is subject to change. Beta program participation is governed by a separate Beta Program Agreement.
CASE STUDIES AND RESULTS:
Results shared on our Website represent our own experiences or those of specific clients. Individual results will vary. No guarantees are made regarding specific outcomes, citation rates, or performance metrics.
EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS:
By signing up for our waitlist or newsletter, you consent to receive emails from us. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or contacting us directly.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For CCPA-related requests, contact us at team@aibuildrs.com with "CCPA Request"in the subject line.
GDPR COMPLIANCE (EU RESIDENTS):
If you are in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectify, erase, or port your data. Contact us at team@aibuildrs.com with "GDPR Request" in the subject line.