Terms of Service
Last Updated: 1 January 2026
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Beta Docs platform ("Service") operated by Beta Docs PTY LTD ("Beta Docs", "we", "us", "our"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
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1. Eligibility and Account Responsibility
1.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old to use the Service.
1.2 Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and all activities conducted under your account.
2. User Content Ownership & Confidentiality
2.1 Ownership
You retain full ownership of all documents, data, and content you upload or create on the Service ("User Content").
2.2 License Grant
You grant Beta Docs a limited, non-exclusive licence to store, process, and display User Content solely to provide and operate the Service.
2.3 Confidentiality
Beta Docs treats User Content as confidential and will not disclose it to third parties except:
- As required by law or court order
- To trusted service providers strictly for service delivery
- To protect the security or integrity of the platform
3. Data Storage & Residency
3.1 Primary Hosting
User Content is primarily hosted on secure infrastructure located in Australia, including Microsoft Azure data centres.
3.2 Third-Party Processing
Limited processing may occur through trusted third-party providers (including AI and document services) where necessary to deliver the Service.
4. Privacy & Personal Information
4.1 Information Collected
Beta Docs collects limited personal information including name, email, organisation, and usage data.
4.2 Privacy Compliance
Personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles.
4.3 Privacy Policy
Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store personal information. By using the Service, you consent to these practices.
5. Data Security & Retention
5.1 Security Measures
We apply industry-standard security measures, including encryption in transit and at rest.
5.2 Retention Policy
User Content is retained for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the Service
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect Beta Docs' legitimate business interests
6. AI Features & Use
6.1 AI Capabilities
Beta Docs includes AI-powered features for grant discovery, drafting assistance, and compliance checks.
6.2 AI Limitations
AI outputs are assistive only and may be incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated.
6.3 User Responsibility
You remain solely responsible for reviewing, validating, and submitting all content.
6.4 AI Training
Beta Docs does not use your content to train shared or third-party AI models.
7. Subscriptions, Fees & Tokens
7.1 Payment Processing
Subscription fees are billed via Stripe and are non-refundable.
7.2 Monthly Credits
Monthly subscription credits expire at the end of each monthly billing period. Each monthly billing period is defined as 30 days.
7.3 Annual Credits
Annual subscription credits expire at the end of each annual billing period.
7.4 Top-up Credits
Purchased top-up credits expire 12 months from purchase.
7.5 Credit Expiry
Unused credits are forfeited upon expiry.
8. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for unlawful or fraudulent purposes
- Upload content that infringes third-party rights
- Attempt to compromise security or system integrity
9. Suspension & Termination
9.1 User Cancellation
You may cancel your account at any time.
9.2 Beta Docs Rights
Beta Docs may suspend or terminate access at its discretion for:
- Breach of these Terms
- Misuse of the Service
- Security, legal, or operational risks
9.3 Refund Policy
Termination does not entitle you to refunds.
10. Service Availability & Modifications
10.1 Service Basis
The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
10.2 Modifications
Beta Docs may modify, suspend, or discontinue features at any time.
11. Intellectual Property
11.1 Ownership
All platform software, design, and functionality are owned by Beta Docs.
11.2 License Scope
These Terms grant no rights to Beta Docs' trademarks or proprietary technology.
12. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability
12.1 Disclaimers
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Beta Docs disclaims all warranties.
12.2 Liability Limitations
Beta Docs is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential losses.
12.3 Liability Cap
Total liability is capped at fees paid in the previous 6 months.
12.4 Consumer Rights
Nothing in these Terms limits rights under Australian Consumer Law.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia, and disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Victorian courts.
Effective Date: 1 January 2026