Terms of Service for the Astro-COLIBRI API

Effective Date: 2025-01-01

Welcome to the Astro-COLIBRI API! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Astro-COLIBRI API ("API") provided by Astro-COLIBRI ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the API, you agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the API.


1. License and Acceptable Use

1.1. License Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the API for non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

1.2. Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • Use the API to develop paid or commercial services without prior written approval from us.
  • Redistribute, resell, or otherwise exploit data or services obtained via the API for financial gain.
  • Access the API in a manner that could disrupt or damage our services or infrastructure.
  • Use the API for any illegal, harmful, or fraudulent activities.

2. API Access and Security

2.1. API Key

Access to the API requires registration and the use of an API key. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your API key and for all activities performed using it. Sharing your API key is strictly prohibited.

2.2. Rate Limiting

We may impose limits on API usage, including the number of requests you may make in a given time period. Exceeding these limits may result in suspension or termination of your access.

2.3. Monitoring

We reserve the right to monitor API usage to ensure compliance with these Terms. Misuse may result in suspension or permanent revocation of access.


3. Data Usage and Ownership

3.1. Ownership

All data and intellectual property accessed via the API remain the exclusive property of Astro-COLIBRI. These Terms do not grant you ownership of any content or intellectual property rights.

3.2. Permitted Use of Data

You may use data retrieved via the API solely for non-commercial, educational, or research purposes unless expressly permitted otherwise.

3.3. Restrictions

You may not:

  • Modify or obscure data to misrepresent its source.
  • Use the data to train machine learning models for commercial purposes.

4. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the API at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms. Upon termination, you must immediately cease all use of the API and delete any data retrieved via the API.


5. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

5.1. Disclaimer of Warranties

The API is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

5.2. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the API.


6. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of your use of the API or violation of these Terms.


7. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the API after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. The latest version of the Terms will always be available on our website.


8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of France. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Paris/France.


9. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about these Terms or your use of the API, contact us at:

astro.colibri@gmail.com