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Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 7, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Bastian Technologies' API services ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Bastian Technologies provides document processing APIs, including but not limited to PDF text extraction services. The Service is provided on a pay-per-use basis at a rate of $0.01 per page processed.

2.1 Service Features

  • PDF text extraction with OCR capabilities
  • RESTful API access with JSON responses
  • Secure API key authentication
  • Usage tracking and billing management

3. Account Registration

To use the Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information. You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • Ensuring your email address remains valid and accessible

4. API Keys and Security

Upon registration, you will receive API keys to access the Service. You agree to:

  • Keep your API keys confidential and secure
  • Not share API keys with unauthorized third parties
  • Regenerate keys immediately if compromised
  • Use API keys only for legitimate business purposes

⚠️ Important: You are solely responsible for any charges incurred through your API keys, even if used without your authorization.

5. Pricing and Payment

5.1 Pricing Structure

The Service is billed at $0.01 USD per page processed. Charges are calculated based on the number of pages in each document submitted to the API.

5.2 Minimum Charge Threshold

Monthly charges below $0.51 USD will be deferred to the following month. Charges accumulate until the minimum threshold is met.

5.3 Billing Cycle

Billing occurs monthly on the 1st day of each month for the previous month's usage. Payments are processed automatically via Stripe using your registered payment method.

5.4 Payment Methods

We accept major credit cards and debit cards through Stripe. All transactions are processed securely in compliance with PCI DSS standards.

5.5 Failed Payments

If a payment fails, your account may be suspended until payment is received. You will be notified via email before any suspension occurs.

6. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Process illegal, harmful, or offensive content
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to extract the Service's underlying technology
  • Overload or attempt to disrupt the Service infrastructure
  • Resell or redistribute the Service without authorization
  • Process documents containing malware or malicious code
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights of others

7. Rate Limits and Fair Use

To ensure fair access for all users, we may implement rate limits on API requests. Excessive usage that impacts service quality may result in temporary throttling or account suspension.

8. Data Privacy and Security

8.1 Data Processing

Documents submitted to the API are processed transiently and are not permanently stored on our servers after processing completes. Extracted text may be temporarily cached for performance optimization.

8.2 Sensitive Information

You are responsible for ensuring that documents do not contain highly sensitive personal information unless you have obtained proper consent. We recommend encrypting sensitive data when possible.

For complete details on data handling, please review our Privacy Policy.

9. Service Availability

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable for:

  • Scheduled maintenance (with advance notice)
  • Emergency repairs or security updates
  • Events beyond our reasonable control (force majeure)

10. Limitation of Liability

The Service is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Bastian Technologies shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Errors in document processing or OCR accuracy
  • Service interruptions or data transmission failures

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in the Service, including software, APIs, documentation, and trademarks, remain the exclusive property of Bastian Technologies. You receive only a limited license to use the Service as described in these Terms.

12. Account Termination

12.1 Your Rights

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support. Outstanding charges must be paid before account closure.

12.2 Our Rights

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:

  • Violate these Terms of Service
  • Engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Fail to pay outstanding charges within 30 days
  • Use the Service in a manner that harms other users or the platform

13. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use of the Service after changes constitute acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which Bastian Technologies operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

15. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes may be submitted to binding arbitration.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact us:

  • Email: teamevolvit@gmail.com
  • Website: bastiantechnologies.com

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bastian Technologies regarding the Service.

By using Bastian Technologies' API services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.