Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Pattern Index (the "Service"), including all tests, articles, and AI-generated protocols made available through patternindex.io (the "Site"). By using the Service, you agree to these Terms.

1. Nature of the Service

Pattern Index provides AI-assisted tests and AI-generated written protocols that help users reflect on behavioral and relationship patterns. The Service is designed for informational and educational purposes only.

The Service does not provide and must not be treated as:

• medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment;
• psychological, psychotherapeutic, or psychiatric advice, diagnosis, or treatment;
• legal, financial, or any other form of professional advice.

Using the Service does not create any doctor–patient, therapist–client, or other professional relationship between you and Pattern Index or its creators. [web:190][web:195]

2. AI-generated content

A substantial part of the content on the Site – including test questions, result descriptions, and follow-up protocols – is generated or assisted by artificial intelligence ("AI"). AI systems can produce content that is incomplete, outdated, biased, or inaccurate.

We do not guarantee that any AI-generated content is correct, complete, or appropriate for your specific situation. You remain solely responsible for how you interpret and use any information provided by the Service. Critical decisions about your health, relationships, finances, or legal situation should always be made together with a qualified human professional, not based solely on AI-generated output. [web:183][web:186][web:191]

3. No professional advice

All information provided through the Service, including tests, scores, explanations, and protocols, is offered for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to:

• diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical, psychological, or psychiatric condition;
• provide therapy, counseling, coaching, or crisis intervention;
• replace consultation with a doctor, licensed mental health professional, or other qualified expert. [web:195][web:196]

If you have questions about your mental or physical health, or if you are experiencing significant distress, suicidal thoughts, or risk of harm to yourself or others, you should immediately contact a doctor, licensed mental health professional, emergency services, or a crisis hotline in your region.

4. Your responsibilities

You are responsible for your own use of the Service and for any decisions or actions you take based on the information you obtain here. In particular, you agree that:

• you will not treat the Service as a substitute for professional medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice;
• you will independently evaluate whether any suggestion, protocol, or interpretation is appropriate for you before acting on it;
• you will seek professional help where appropriate and in emergencies.

5. Eligibility and acceptable use

The Service is intended for adults who can legally enter into binding agreements in their jurisdiction. By using the Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority where you live) and that you will use the Service only for lawful purposes. [web:192][web:194]

You agree not to use the Service in any way that is illegal, harmful, abusive, defamatory, discriminatory, or that violates the rights of others. You also agree not to attempt to interfere with or disrupt the Service or its infrastructure.

6. No guarantees

The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties or representations, express or implied, about:

• the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content;
• the suitability of any test, explanation, or protocol for your particular situation;
• the uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Site. [web:186][web:191]

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including any implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, and non-infringement.

7. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Pattern Index and its creators will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Service or reliance on any content provided, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. [web:187][web:188][web:192]

In any case where liability cannot be excluded, our total aggregate liability to you for all claims related to the Service will be limited to the total amount you paid (if any) for access to the Service during the 3 months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

8. Changes to the Service and to these Terms

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without prior notice. We may also update these Terms from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "last updated" date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect means you accept the updated Terms. If you do not agree with the new Terms, you should stop using the Service.

9. Privacy

Our collection and use of personal data is described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to the processing of your information as described there. Please read the Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we handle your data.

10. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable in the jurisdiction where the operator of Pattern Index is established, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the competent courts of that jurisdiction, unless mandatory local law provides otherwise.

11. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, the Service, or wish to report a concern, you can contact us using the contact details provided on the Site.