Clear terms.Mutual respect.

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Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the JieLabs website ("Website"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"), together with any policies or documents incorporated by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you should discontinue use of the Website.

These Terms govern only your use of the public JieLabs Website and publicly available materials unless a separate written agreement expressly states otherwise.

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Eligibility

You represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms under the laws applicable within your jurisdiction.

If you are accessing the Website on behalf of an organization, business, or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

If you do not possess such authority, you should not access or use the Website on behalf of that organization.

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Changes to These Terms

JieLabs may revise these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in applicable law, improvements to the Website, organizational developments, or operational requirements.

When material changes are made, the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document will be revised accordingly.

Your continued use of the Website following the publication of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

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Privacy and Related Policies

Your use of the Website is also governed by the JieLabs Privacy Policy, Accessibility Statement, Security Policy, and other policies published on the Website.

These documents are intended to work together with these Terms and are incorporated by reference where applicable.

If a conflict exists between these Terms and another published policy regarding Website use, these Terms shall govern unless otherwise required by applicable law.

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Use of the Website

The JieLabs Website is intended to provide information regarding our research, publications, software, services, and related activities.

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with applicable laws and these Terms.

You may not use the Website in any manner that could interfere with its operation, compromise its security, impair its availability, or negatively affect other visitors.

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Acceptable Use

While using the Website, you agree that you will not:

• attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems or accounts;
• interfere with the operation or security of the Website;
• distribute malicious software or harmful code;
• misuse contact forms or communication channels;
• violate the intellectual property rights of JieLabs or others;
• engage in unlawful, fraudulent, abusive, or deceptive conduct; or
• use automated systems in a manner that places an unreasonable burden on Website infrastructure.

JieLabs reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for conduct that violates these Terms or applicable law.

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Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all content made available through the Website—including text, graphics, research publications, documentation, visual designs, logos, software descriptions, trademarks, and other materials—is the property of JieLabs or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Except where expressly permitted by law or by written authorization from JieLabs, no content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, publicly displayed, or commercially exploited.

Nothing contained within the Website grants any license or ownership interest in JieLabs intellectual property.

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Research and Publications

Research publications, concepts, technical articles, papers, documentation, and other informational materials made available through the Website are provided for educational and informational purposes.

Research may evolve over time as additional investigation, validation, or peer review occurs.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, publication of research does not constitute professional advice, certification, warranty, or commercial commitment.

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User Content

If you voluntarily submit information through contact forms or other communication channels, you represent that you have the right to provide such information.

You remain responsible for the content you submit.

By providing such content, you grant JieLabs a limited, non-exclusive right to use the submission solely for the purpose of responding to your inquiry, improving our services, or maintaining Website operations, subject to the JieLabs Privacy Policy.

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Copyright Concerns

If you believe material available on the Website infringes your intellectual property rights, please notify JieLabs with sufficient information to identify the material in question and the basis of your claim.

JieLabs will review good-faith notices and respond in accordance with applicable law.

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Third-Party Services

The Website may reference or link to third-party websites, services, publications, or resources for informational convenience.

JieLabs does not control these third-party resources and is not responsible for their availability, content, security, privacy practices, or policies.

The inclusion of a link does not constitute endorsement unless expressly stated.

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Third-Party Services

The Website may reference or link to third-party websites, services, publications, or resources for informational convenience.

JieLabs does not control these third-party resources and is not responsible for their availability, content, security, privacy practices, or policies.

The inclusion of a link does not constitute endorsement unless expressly stated.

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Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and all information made available through it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, JieLabs makes no warranties or representations, whether express or implied, regarding:

• the availability of the Website;
• uninterrupted operation;
• freedom from errors;
• completeness;
• accuracy;
• reliability; or
• fitness for a particular purpose.

Research, publications, documentation, and informational content may change over time as additional knowledge becomes available.

Visitors are responsible for evaluating whether Website information is appropriate for their own circumstances.

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Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, JieLabs, its affiliates, contributors, licensors, and representatives shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from or relating to:

• use of the Website;
• inability to access the Website;
• reliance upon Website content;
• interruptions in service;
• third-party services;
• technical failures; or
• any other circumstance arising from Website use.

Where liability cannot legally be excluded, it shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

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Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless JieLabs, its affiliates, contributors, employees, contractors, licensors, and representatives from any claims, liabilities, damages, costs, expenses, or legal fees arising from:

• your violation of these Terms;
• unlawful use of the Website;
• infringement of intellectual property rights;
• misuse of Website resources; or
• any conduct that causes harm to JieLabs or others.

This obligation survives termination of your use of the Website.

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Availability of the Website

JieLabs strives to maintain Website availability but does not guarantee uninterrupted access.

The Website may be temporarily unavailable due to:

• maintenance;
• software updates;
• security improvements;
• infrastructure failures;
• internet disruptions; or
• circumstances beyond reasonable control.

JieLabs may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website without prior notice.

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Future Services

Descriptions of future research, products, services, software, or capabilities appearing on the Website are provided solely for informational purposes.

Unless expressly stated in a separate written agreement, such descriptions do not constitute:

• contractual commitments;
• guarantees of availability;
• promises of future delivery; or
• commercial offers.

Development priorities may change over time.

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No Professional Advice

Information published through the Website is intended solely for general informational and educational purposes.

Nothing published on the Website should be interpreted as:

• legal advice;
• financial advice;
• medical advice;
• engineering certification;
• regulatory guidance; or
• any other professional advisory service.

Visitors should seek qualified professional advice appropriate to their individual circumstances.

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External Communications

Communications submitted through contact forms, email, or other Website communication channels do not create a contractual relationship unless expressly confirmed by JieLabs in writing.

Submission of inquiries does not guarantee:

• project acceptance;
• business engagement;
• consulting services;
• research collaboration; or
• future correspondence.

JieLabs will respond when appropriate and reasonably practicable.

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Export Compliance

Visitors are responsible for complying with all applicable export control laws, trade restrictions, sanctions, and other legal requirements governing access to Website materials within their jurisdiction.

Nothing contained within the Website shall be interpreted as authorization to violate applicable export laws.

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Changes to the Website

JieLabs may modify, improve, reorganize, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the Website at any time without prior notice.

This includes:

• content;
• publications;
• research materials;
• software descriptions;
• navigation;
• services;
• documentation; and
• Website functionality.

Such changes do not affect any rights or obligations that have already arisen under applicable law.

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Suspension or Termination of Access

JieLabs reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the Website, in whole or in part, at any time and without prior notice where reasonably necessary to:

• protect the security or integrity of the Website;
• prevent unlawful or unauthorized use;
• investigate suspected violations of these Terms;
• comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal obligations; or
• protect the rights, property, or safety of JieLabs, its users, or others.

Termination of Website access does not affect any provisions of these Terms that are intended to survive termination, including provisions relating to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, governing law, and dispute resolution.

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Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Nothing in these Terms limits any rights that may be available to consumers under mandatory laws applicable within their jurisdiction where such protections cannot legally be waived.

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Dispute Resolution

JieLabs encourages visitors to contact us directly before initiating formal legal proceedings whenever a question or dispute arises regarding these Terms or the Website.

Many concerns can be resolved through open communication and mutual understanding.

If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, it shall be resolved in accordance with applicable law and the jurisdiction identified in these Terms, unless otherwise required by law.

Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking temporary or injunctive relief where such relief is legally appropriate.

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Force Majeure

JieLabs shall not be responsible for delays, interruptions, or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

Such circumstances may include, but are not limited to:

• natural disasters;
• severe weather;
• fire;
• war;
• terrorism;
• civil unrest;
• labor disputes;
• governmental actions;
• widespread internet or telecommunications failures;
• power outages;
• cyber incidents affecting third-party infrastructure; or
• other events beyond reasonable control.

Performance shall resume as soon as reasonably practicable after the affected circumstances have concluded.

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Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined by a court or other competent authority to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, that provision shall be interpreted, modified, or limited only to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable where permitted by law.

The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

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No Waiver

Failure by JieLabs to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or of any other provision.

Any waiver of rights must be made expressly and in writing to be effective.

A single waiver shall not be interpreted as a continuing waiver of any future right or obligation.

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Assignment

Visitors may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations arising under these Terms without the prior written consent of JieLabs.

JieLabs may assign or transfer its rights or obligations under these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, corporate reorganization, sale of assets, or other lawful business transaction.

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Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the JieLabs Privacy Policy, Accessibility Statement, Security Policy, Research & Intellectual Property Statement, and any other policies expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the complete agreement governing your use of the Website.

Where a separate written agreement exists between you and JieLabs regarding a specific product, service, consulting engagement, research collaboration, or other relationship, that written agreement shall govern only with respect to that specific relationship.

No oral statements or prior communications shall modify these Terms unless confirmed in writing by JieLabs.

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Electronic Communications

By communicating with JieLabs electronically, including through email or Website contact forms, you agree that communications may be provided electronically where permitted by applicable law.

Electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be made in writing, except where applicable law requires otherwise.

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Contact Information

Questions regarding these Terms of Service, the Website, or any legal matter relating to JieLabs may be directed to:

JieLabs

Website: https://www.jielabs.com

General Inquiries: info@jielabs.com

Research: research@jielabs.com

Legal: legal@jielabs.com

Security: security@jielabs.com

Where appropriate, please include sufficient detail to allow us to understand and respond to your inquiry.

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Copyright and Trademark Notice

Unless otherwise indicated, all original content published on this Website, including research publications, written materials, graphics, visual designs, documentation, software descriptions, trademarks, service marks, logos, and other intellectual property, is the property of JieLabs or its licensors and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or commercial use of Website content beyond what is permitted by law or by written authorization from JieLabs is prohibited.

Nothing contained within these Terms grants any ownership interest in JieLabs intellectual property.

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Document Version

Document: JL-LEGAL-002

Title: Terms of Service

Version: 1.0

Status: Approved

Effective Date: [To Be Assigned]

Last Updated: [To Be Assigned]

Publisher: JieLabs

JieLabs may periodically update this document to reflect changes in applicable law, business operations, Website functionality, or organizational policy. When material revisions occur, the version information and "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.

Earlier versions may be retained for historical and compliance purposes where appropriate.

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Final Statement

These Terms of Service establish the framework governing the use of the JieLabs Website and its publicly available resources.

Our objective is not simply to define legal responsibilities, but to encourage respectful use, responsible communication, and mutual understanding between JieLabs and those who engage with our work.

We believe that clear expectations create stronger relationships, and that transparency, thoughtful research, and responsible innovation are best supported by clearly communicating the principles under which we operate.

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Acceptance

By continuing to access or use the JieLabs Website after these Terms become effective, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the Website.