Terms of Service

Last updated: January 31, 2024

Welcome to GraderGood!

Please read these Terms of Service ("Agreement") carefully before accessing or using our website ("GraderGood" or the "Service"). This Agreement sets forth the legally binding terms and conditions for your use of the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using GraderGood, you agree to be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree with any of the terms and conditions stated herein, you may not access or use the Service.

2. Account Registration

2.1 In order to use GraderGood, you must create an account by providing your email address and institution information. The email address provided must be a valid ".edu" email address associated with an educational institution. You acknowledge and agree that your email address will be verified by GraderGood.
2.2 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and for any activities or actions that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account.

3. Ownership and Rights

3.1 You retain ownership of all content submitted or generated through GraderGood. By uploading, submitting, or displaying content on or through the Service, you grant GraderGood a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, and distribute such content for the sole purpose of operating, promoting, and improving the Service.
3.2 GraderGood retains ownership of all underlying technology and intellectual property rights related to the Service, including without limitation, the GraderGood logo and AI technology.

4. Data Privacy and FERPA Compliance

4.1 Commitment to Privacy and Security: Your privacy and the security of your data are of paramount importance to us. GraderGood is committed to protecting the privacy of student educational records and operates in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). By using GraderGood, you acknowledge and agree to the responsible handling of data in accordance with these principles.

4.2 OpenAI Partnership: Data shared with OpenAI for AI generation purposes is done so under strict confidentiality and security measures. Such data sharing is subject to OpenAI's terms and privacy policy, which align with our commitment to data privacy, ensuring that no data is retained or used for purposes beyond the specific grading suggestions provided by GraderGood. By using our Service, you consent to this data processing arrangement, understanding that OpenAI does not save or use submitted essays for training their models.

4.3 Data Use and Storage: GraderGood will store and process the data you provide solely for the purpose of operating, improving the Service, and providing grade suggestions. We adhere to strict data minimization principles, ensuring that no personal identifiers such as student names or ID numbers are collected, stored, or processed. All data transmission is secured through SSL encryption, safeguarding the confidentiality and integrity of your data.

4.4 Limited Data Sharing: We will not share your data with any third parties, with the exception of BeeHiiv with whom we store all user's email addresses, a database used solely for the purpose of sending newsletters and necessary communications related to the Service. Any sharing of data is conducted under the same strict privacy and security standards to ensure your data remains protected.

4.5 Access and Control: In alignment with FERPA rights, users have the right to access the data they have submitted to GraderGood and request corrections or deletions as necessary. We provide mechanisms for users to exercise these rights, ensuring compliance with FERPA’s requirements for the review and amendment of educational records.

4.6 Contact Information: For any questions or concerns regarding our data privacy practices or FERPA compliance, please contact us at info@gradergood.com. We are dedicated to addressing your queries and ensuring the protection of your data.

5. Paid Subscriptions

5.1 GraderGood offers paid subscriptions for $29 per month, which provide unlimited access to the platform. Additional terms and conditions may apply to the purchase, subscription, and use of paid services and will be communicated separately.

6. Termination

6.1 You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or through the account settings on the Service.
6.2 GraderGood reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including without limitation, violations of this Agreement.

7. Modifications to the Agreement

GraderGood reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace this Agreement at any time. You will be notified of any changes and your continued use of the Service after the changes have been made constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

8. Limitation of Liability

You expressly understand and agree that GraderGood will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use or inability to use the Service.

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New York, New York, USA. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in New York, New York, USA.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, please contact us at info@gradergood.com.