AIPTO
Terms of Service
Effective Date: March 27, 2026 | Last Updated: March 27, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the AIPTO platform, registering an account, or submitting any intellectual property for registration, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the platform. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and AIPTO.
2. Nature of Service
AIPTO is a private-sector digital registry that provides cryptographic proof of prior existence for AI-related intellectual property, including prompts, system instructions, logic workflows, and AI architectures. AIPTO acts as a digital notary, not a legal authority. Registration with AIPTO does not constitute a patent, trademark, or copyright under U.S. or international law. AIPTO provides evidentiary support for trade secret claims under the Uniform Trade Secrets Act (UTSA) and TRIPS Article 39.
3. Zero-Knowledge Architecture
AIPTO never stores the actual text of your registered intellectual property, and never transmits it to any third party. Your submission is processed exclusively on AIPTO-controlled infrastructure to generate a SHA-256 hash, embedding, and functional summary; the plaintext is discarded immediately afterward. This hash cannot be reversed to recover your original content. You are solely responsible for retaining your original prompt or IP document. AIPTO cannot recover or reproduce your original content under any circumstances, including legal proceedings.
3a. Confidentiality Agreement
Account holders separately agree to AIPTO's Confidentiality and IP Protection Agreement at signup, which imposes binding obligations on AIPTO regarding how submission content is handled prior to hashing. See the full agreement at aipto.io/nda. This Agreement is bilateral — AIPTO has duties to you under it independent of this Terms of Service.
4. Registration Fees and No Refund Policy
All AIPTO filing fees are non-refundable. This policy mirrors the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) standard. Payment of a filing fee is payment for AIPTO's examination and registration process, not a guarantee of approval. Rejected applications receive no refund. By submitting payment you acknowledge and agree to this policy. Current fees are: Standard Registration $350, Conflict Review Filing $850, Maintenance Declaration $325, Renewal $325, Grace Period Filing $575.
5. Maintenance and Renewal Obligations
Registrations must be actively maintained through timely maintenance declarations and renewal filings. Maintenance declarations are required between Years 5 and 6 of registration. Renewal filings are required every 10 years. Failure to file on time will result in your registration entering a grace period. Failure to file during the grace period will result in permanent cancellation of your registration with no reinstatement. AIPTO will send automated reminder emails but bears no responsibility for missed deadlines. The responsibility to file on time rests solely with the registrant.
6. Registrant Obligations
By registering IP with AIPTO, you confirm that you are the original creator of the registered intellectual property and have the legal right to register it. You confirm that the registered IP does not knowingly infringe upon the rights of any third party. Fraudulent registrations may result in immediate cancellation without refund and potential legal liability. You are solely responsible for maintaining the secrecy of your registered IP. Public disclosure of the registered prompt or logic may void trade secret status regardless of AIPTO registration status.
7. Conflict Review
When a submitted registration exceeds the semantic similarity threshold against an existing registration, it is flagged for conflict review. The conflict review fee of $850 is non-refundable regardless of outcome. The reviewing specialist will evaluate the differentiation claim and make a determination in a timely manner. Review timelines vary based on case complexity. You will be notified by email once a determination has been made. AIPTO's determination is final and binding. No appeals process is currently available.
8. Limitation of Liability
AIPTO's liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific registration at issue. AIPTO makes no warranties regarding the legal enforceability of registrations in any jurisdiction. AIPTO is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of the platform. Users are advised to seek independent legal counsel for comprehensive IP protection.
9. Intellectual Property
The AIPTO platform, including its software, design, algorithms, and documentation, is the proprietary intellectual property of AIPTO and its owner. Nothing in these terms grants you any license to use AIPTO's intellectual property. All rights reserved.
10. Account Termination
AIPTO reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, submit fraudulent registrations, or engage in conduct harmful to the platform or other registrants. Termination does not entitle the user to a refund of any fees paid.
11. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, United States of America. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Washington State. If any provision of these terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
12. Changes to Terms
AIPTO reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
13. Contact
For questions about these terms, contact AIPTO at support@aipto.io.