Last Updated: November 1, 2025 | Effective Date: November 1, 2025
1. Agreement to Terms
By installing, accessing, or using the YouTube TL;DS Chrome Extension ("Extension," "Service," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and YouTube TL;DS.
2. Description of Service
YouTube TL;DS is a Chrome Extension that provides AI-powered summaries, transcripts, and TL;DRs of YouTube videos. Our Service includes:
- AI Summaries: Detailed analysis of video content
- Full Transcripts: Complete text versions of video content
- TL;DR: Ultra-short summaries for quick review
- Token System: Prepaid virtual currency for service usage
- History & Statistics: Personal dashboard and analytics
- Cache System: Discounted access to previously processed videos
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Registration
To use our Service, you must:
- Provide a valid email address
- Create a secure password
- Be at least 13 years old (or 16 in the EEA)
- Agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy
3.2 Account Security
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
⚠️ Important: You may not share your account credentials with others. Each account is for individual use only.
3.3 Account Termination
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at javocsoft@gmail.com. Upon termination:
- Your access to the Service will be immediately revoked
- Unused tokens will be forfeited (no refunds)
- Your data will be deleted within 30 days (except transaction records required for legal compliance)
4. Token System & Payments
4.1 Virtual Currency
Our Service uses a virtual currency system called "tokens." Tokens are used to pay for summaries, transcripts, and TL;DRs.
💰 Token Economics
- Exchange Rate: 1 EUR = 1,000 tokens
- Welcome Bonus: 100 free tokens upon registration
- Minimum Purchase: No minimum requirement
- Token Validity: Tokens do not expire
4.2 Pricing
Token consumption varies based on video length and content type:
- Full Summary: Typically 8-12 tokens (varies by video length)
- Full Transcript: Typically 6-10 tokens (varies by video length)
- TL;DR: Typically 2-4 tokens (varies by video length)
- Cached Content: 70% discount (pay only 30% of original cost)
💡 Note: Exact token costs are displayed before generating any content. You will always know the cost before proceeding.
4.3 Payment Processing
- All payments are processed securely through PayPal
- We do not store credit card or banking information
- Payment confirmation may take a few minutes to process
- You will receive a receipt via email for each transaction
4.4 Refund Policy
No Refunds: Due to the digital and instant nature of our Service, all token purchases are final and non-refundable. Exceptions may be made only in the following cases:
- Technical error resulting in duplicate charges
- Service unavailability lasting more than 48 hours
- Fraudulent charges (with proof)
To request a refund exception, contact us at javocsoft@gmail.com within 7 days of purchase.
4.5 Free Token Abuse Prevention
To prevent abuse of the 100 free welcome tokens, we use device fingerprinting. Each device can only receive the welcome bonus once. Attempting to circumvent this system (e.g., by repeatedly reinstalling the Extension) may result in account suspension.
5. Acceptable Use Policy
5.1 Permitted Use
You may use our Service for:
- Personal, educational, or professional purposes
- Generating summaries of publicly available YouTube videos
- Accessing your own history and statistics
5.2 Prohibited Activities
You may NOT:
- ❌ Use the Service for any illegal purpose
- ❌ Attempt to circumvent the token system or payment requirements
- ❌ Share or resell summaries generated by our Service commercially
- ❌ Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Extension
- ❌ Use automated tools (bots, scripts) to generate summaries in bulk
- ❌ Overload our servers with excessive requests
- ❌ Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage our Service
- ❌ Create multiple accounts to exploit free tokens
- ❌ Use the Service to process copyrighted content without permission
- ❌ Violate YouTube's Terms of Service
⚠️ Violation Consequences: Violation of this Acceptable Use Policy may result in immediate account suspension, forfeiture of tokens, and potential legal action.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Our Intellectual Property
The Extension, including all code, design, logos, and content, is owned by YouTube TL;DS and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 User-Generated Content
- YouTube Content: You acknowledge that YouTube videos and their transcripts are owned by their respective creators. Our Service only processes publicly available content.
- AI-Generated Summaries: Summaries generated by our AI are provided "as is" for your personal use. While you may use them for your own purposes, you may not claim ownership or resell them commercially.
6.3 Copyright Compliance
If you believe any content processed by our Service infringes your copyright, please contact us at javocsoft@gmail.com with:
- Description of the copyrighted work
- Link to the YouTube video in question
- Your contact information and proof of ownership
7. Service Availability & Limitations
7.1 Service Availability
We strive to provide 24/7 service availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:
- Scheduled maintenance
- Technical issues or server downtime
- Third-party service disruptions (e.g., OpenAI API, PayPal)
- Force majeure events
7.2 Service Limitations
- Video Availability: We can only summarize videos with available transcripts/captions
- Language Support: Currently limited to Spanish and English summaries
- Content Length: Extremely long videos (3+ hours) may have higher token costs or processing limitations
- AI Accuracy: AI-generated summaries are not perfect and may contain errors or omissions
7.3 Service Modifications
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice. This includes:
- Changing token prices or exchange rates (with 30 days notice)
- Adding or removing features
- Updating AI models or processing methods
8. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability
8.1 "AS IS" Service
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
We do not warrant that:
- The Service will be error-free or uninterrupted
- AI-generated summaries will be 100% accurate
- The Service will meet your specific requirements
- Any defects will be corrected
8.2 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YouTube TL;DS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
- Errors or inaccuracies in AI-generated content
- Unauthorized access to your account due to your negligence
- Third-party service failures (PayPal, OpenAI, YouTube)
Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for tokens in the 12 months preceding the claim.
8.3 Educational Use Disclaimer
If using summaries for academic or professional work, you are responsible for:
- Verifying accuracy of information
- Properly citing sources
- Complying with your institution's policies on AI-generated content
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless YouTube TL;DS, its developers, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your misuse of the Service
- Your violation of any third-party rights (including copyright)
- Your violation of applicable laws
10. Privacy
Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your data.
11. Third-Party Services
Our Service integrates with third-party services:
11.1 YouTube
11.2 PayPal
- Payment processing is subject to PayPal's User Agreement
- We are not responsible for PayPal service issues or payment disputes
11.3 OpenAI
- AI summaries are generated using OpenAI's API
- We are not responsible for AI model behavior or output quality
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date
- We will notify you via email
- We may display a notice in the Extension
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Service and delete your account.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Spain, without regard to conflict of law principles.
13.2 Arbitration
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration, except for:
- Small claims court disputes (under €5,000)
- Intellectual property disputes
- Emergency injunctive relief
13.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis only. You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and YouTube TL;DS regarding the Service and supersede any prior agreements.
16. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at: