Terms of Service

1. About Cinee

Cinee ("we," "us," "our") operates the website cinee.com and associated services (the "Platform"). Cinee is a marketplace and creative platform where filmmakers can create, upload, distribute, and monetize AI-generated video content.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account or use Cinee. By registering, you represent that:

• You are of legal age in your jurisdiction.
• You have the authority to enter into these Terms.
• All information you provide is accurate and complete.

3. Accounts

3.1 Registration

To access certain features, you must create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity under your account.

3.2 Account Types

Cinee offers Viewer accounts (free) and Creator accounts. Creator accounts enable content uploads, monetization features, and access to Cinee Studio. Additional terms may apply to Creator accounts.

3.3 Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, our Content Policy, or applicable laws. You may also delete your account at any time from your account settings.

4. Content Ownership & Rights

4.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you upload to Cinee ("Your Content"). By uploading, you grant Cinee a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, display, distribute, and promote Your Content on and through the Platform.

4.2 AI-Generated Content

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your AI-generated content complies with the terms of service of the AI tools used to create it. Cinee does not claim ownership of AI-generated outputs, but you represent that you have the right to upload and monetize all content you submit.

4.3 Intellectual Property of Others

You may not upload content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of any third party. This includes using copyrighted characters, music, likenesses, or other protected materials without proper authorization.

5. Monetization & Payments

5.1 Revenue Share

Creators earn 70% of net revenue generated from their content through pay-per-view, subscriptions, tips, and licensing transactions. Cinee retains 30% as a platform fee. Revenue share percentages may be updated with 30 days' prior notice.

5.2 Payouts

Payouts are processed weekly via Stripe. To receive payments, you must connect a valid Stripe account and meet the minimum payout threshold of $25.00 USD. You are responsible for all applicable taxes on your earnings.

5.3 Refunds & Chargebacks

In the event of viewer-initiated refunds or chargebacks, Cinee may deduct the corresponding amount from your creator balance. Repeated chargebacks may result in account review.

6. Cinee Studio

Cinee Studio is an optional creative tool that allows creators to produce AI-generated films directly on the Platform. When using Studio:

• Third-party AI model usage is subject to the respective providers' terms of service.
• Cinee does not guarantee the availability, quality, or output of any third-party AI model.
• Content created in Studio is subject to the same ownership, licensing, and content policies as uploaded content.
• API usage costs for third-party AI models may be passed through to creators at cost, as disclosed in Studio pricing.

7. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Upload content that violates our Content Policy.
• Use Cinee to harass, defame, or harm other users.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Platform.
• Use bots, scrapers, or automated tools to manipulate views, ratings, or revenue.
• Circumvent or disable any security, DRM, or access-control features.
• Resell or redistribute content obtained from Cinee without proper licensing.
• Misrepresent the nature or origin of your content.

8. DMCA & Takedowns

Cinee complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe content on Cinee infringes your copyright, you may submit a takedown request to legal@cinee.com with the required DMCA notice elements. We will respond to valid takedown requests within 72 hours.

9. Disclaimers

Cinee is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Platform's reliability, accuracy, availability, or fitness for a particular purpose. We do not guarantee any specific level of earnings or viewership for creators.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cinee shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform, including but not limited to loss of revenue, data, or content. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid to you by Cinee in the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cinee, its officers, directors, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Platform, your content, or your violation of these Terms.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or Platform notification at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use of Cinee after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

14. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at: legal@cinee.com