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Terms of Service

Effective Date: November 30, 2025 • Last Updated: November 30, 2025

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using the ASC Compliance Verification System. By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the ASC Compliance Verification System (“Service”) provided by Third Team Ventures, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

The ASC Compliance Verification System is an AI-powered tool that analyzes advertisement images for compliance with the Philippine Advertising Standards Council (ASC) Code of Ethics. The Service provides:

  • Automated analysis of advertisement visuals and copy
  • Cross-referencing with ASC rules and regulations
  • Compliance assessments and recommendations
  • Documentation guidance for ad submissions

3. Disclaimer of Warranty & AI Limitations

Critical Legal Notice

This Service is an AI-powered tool intended for preliminary guidance only. It does NOT constitute official ASC approval, legal advice, professional services, or a guarantee of compliance. Final compliance determination can only be made by the Advertising Standards Council of the Philippines.

Not Professional Services

This Service does NOT constitute professional compliance consulting, legal advice, or any form of licensed professional services. It is an informational software tool only.

AI-Generated Content Limitations

The analysis is generated by artificial intelligence (Anthropic Claude) and may contain errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or misstatements. AI systems are not perfect and can make mistakes in:

  • Interpreting visual content and text in advertisements
  • Applying ASC rules to specific situations
  • Identifying all potential compliance issues
  • Providing accurate legal references

Warranty Disclaimer

The Service is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, or non-infringement.

Your Responsibilities

You MUST:

  • Consult with qualified legal and compliance professionals
  • Submit your advertisement to ASC for official review
  • Independently verify all analysis results
  • Not rely solely on this Service for compliance decisions

4. User Responsibilities

By using this Service, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate information during registration
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Use the Service only for lawful purposes
  • Not upload content that infringes on intellectual property rights
  • Not attempt to circumvent security measures or abuse the Service
  • Not use automated systems to access the Service without permission

5. Intellectual Property

Your Content

You retain all rights to the advertisements and images you upload. By using our Service, you grant us a limited license to process your content solely for the purpose of providing compliance analysis.

Our Service

The Service, including its software, algorithms, design, and documentation, is owned by Third Team Ventures and protected by intellectual property laws.

6. Data Handling

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your data.

Uploaded images are processed through third-party AI services (OpenAI) for analysis. By using this Service, you acknowledge and consent to this processing.

7. Limitation of Liability

Exclusion of Consequential Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Third Team Ventures shall NOT be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

  • Loss of profits or revenue
  • Loss of business opportunities
  • ASC rejection fees or resubmission costs
  • Regulatory fines or penalties
  • Damage to reputation or goodwill
  • Cost of substitute services

Maximum Liability Cap

Our total aggregate liability for any and all claims arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed the greater of:

  • The amount you paid us in the 12 months prior to the claim, OR
  • Five Thousand Philippine Pesos (₱5,000)

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

No Liability for Third-Party Content

We are not liable for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the ASC Guidebook content, third-party AI services (Anthropic), or any other external data sources used by the Service.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

8. Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice. We may also update these Terms of Service periodically. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

9. Account Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account at our discretion if you violate these Terms or engage in activities that harm the Service or other users. You may also delete your account at any time by contacting us.

10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

Company Information

Third Team Ventures is a Limited Liability Company (LLC) organized under the laws of the State of California, United States of America.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California and the federal laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in English. The arbitration may be conducted remotely or in California, USA.

Note for Philippine Users: While this Service is governed by California law, Philippine consumer protection laws, data privacy laws (RA 10173), and advertising regulations may also apply to Philippine residents using the Service. In case of conflict, the law providing greater consumer protection shall prevail.

Jurisdiction

You irrevocably consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California, USA, for any actions not subject to arbitration.

11. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Third Team Ventures LLC

California Limited Liability Company

Registered Office (USA):

California, United States

(Full address available upon request for legal correspondence)

Support Office (Philippines):

Metro Manila, Philippines

International Company Notice: Third Team Ventures LLC is a United States company operating globally. We serve clients worldwide, including the Philippines, while maintaining our corporate presence in California, USA.