Vigil Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 15, 2025

Legal Entity and Service Scope

These Terms of Use (the "Terms") apply to services provided by Vigilcode, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Vigilcode," "we," "us," or "our"), including:

  • Our website at vigilcode.com and all subdomains

  • The Vigil mobile application for iOS and Android

  • Our API services at api.vigilcode.com

  • All related online services and features

These Terms do not apply to third-party websites, services, or applications, even if accessed through our Services.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Vigil services (website, mobile application, or API), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use our services.

Description of Service

Vigil provides AI-powered threat detection and security analysis tools designed to help users identify potential digital security risks. Our services include:

  • Web-based analysis tools for content security assessment

  • Mobile applications for on-the-go threat detection

  • API services for integrated security solutions

  • Educational resources and security recommendations

IMPORTANT: Vigil is an advisory tool that provides analysis and recommendations. It is not a comprehensive security solution and does not guarantee protection against all threats.

Important Distinction: Analysis Service vs Security Software

CRITICAL UNDERSTANDING: Vigil provides security ANALYSIS services, not comprehensive security SOFTWARE. Unlike traditional antivirus programs:

What Vigil IS:

  • Content analysis tool that examines specific items you submit

  • Advisory service that provides risk assessments and recommendations

  • AI-powered assistant for making informed security decisions

  • Educational platform offering security insights and guidance

What Vigil is NOT:

  • Real-time protection software that monitors your entire device

  • Antivirus replacement that blocks threats automatically

  • Comprehensive security solution that handles all attack vectors

  • Active defense system that prevents threats from reaching you

Key Differences from Traditional Security Software:

  • On-demand analysis vs continuous monitoring

  • Advisory recommendations vs automatic threat blocking

  • Specific content review vs system-wide protection

  • Human-initiated scanning vs background protection

This distinction is fundamental to understanding the scope of our service and your ongoing security responsibilities.

Nature of AI Security Analysis

CRITICAL UNDERSTANDING: Vigil uses artificial intelligence to analyze potential security threats. You must understand and acknowledge that:

AI Analysis Characteristics:

  • Probabilistic assessment: AI provides probability estimates, not absolute certainties

  • Pattern recognition: Based on known threat patterns, not comprehensive threat coverage

  • Continuous learning: Models improve over time but are never perfect

  • False positives and negatives: Inherent in all AI-based detection systems

What AI Analysis Cannot Guarantee:

  • Complete threat detection: New threats emerge daily that may not be recognized

  • Perfect accuracy: A "low risk" or "safe" result does not guarantee content is harmless

  • Future threat prediction: Cannot anticipate entirely new attack methods

  • Context-specific risks: May not account for your unique risk profile

Your Understanding and Responsibility:

You acknowledge that:

  • Security analysis is inherently probabilistic and perfect threat detection is technically impossible

  • Human judgment remains essential for all security decisions

  • Multiple security layers are necessary for comprehensive protection

  • Skepticism and caution should be maintained regardless of our analysis results

Service Limitations and Disclaimers

AI-Based Analysis Tool

Vigil uses artificial intelligence to analyze content and identify potential threats. You understand and acknowledge that:

  • AI analysis is probabilistic, not deterministic

  • False positives and false negatives are inherent in AI-based systems

  • Threat landscape evolves constantly, and no tool can detect all risks

  • Human judgment remains essential for security decisions

No Security Guarantees

VIGIL DOES NOT GUARANTEE that:

  • All threats will be detected or identified

  • Content marked as "safe" is actually free from all risks

  • Our analysis will prevent you from experiencing security incidents

  • Our recommendations will be sufficient for your specific security needs

Advisory Nature of Service

Vigil provides analysis and recommendations only. We do not:

  • Make security decisions for you

  • Control your actions based on our analysis

  • Take responsibility for your security practices

  • Warrant the accuracy of any specific analysis result

Specific Disclaimers for AI Security Services

YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:

No Detection Guarantee

Vigil CANNOT and DOES NOT guarantee detection of all threats, including but not limited to:

  • Phishing attempts and social engineering attacks

  • Malware, viruses, and trojans in any form

  • Financial fraud and investment scams

  • Identity theft attempts and privacy breaches

  • Zero-day exploits and novel attack methods

  • Targeted attacks specific to your situation

False Sense of Security Warning

You acknowledge that:

  • "Safe" or "low risk" analysis results do not guarantee content is actually harmless

  • You will not rely solely on Vigil's analysis for security decisions

  • You will maintain appropriate skepticism and additional security measures

  • Multiple security layers remain necessary for comprehensive protection

Evolving Threat Landscape

You understand that:

  • New attack methods are continuously developed that may not be detectable by existing AI models

  • Threat actors adapt specifically to evade detection systems

  • AI models require time to learn and adapt to new threats

  • Zero-day threats by definition cannot be detected until patterns are established

User Judgment Required

You remain fully responsible for:

  • Exercising caution and common sense when evaluating potentially suspicious content

  • Making final security decisions based on multiple factors beyond our analysis

  • Implementing comprehensive security practices appropriate to your risk profile

  • Seeking additional expert advice when dealing with high-risk situations

AI Limitations Acknowledgment

You understand that AI-based analysis:

  • Provides statistical probability assessments, not certainties

  • May produce false positives (marking safe content as risky)

  • May produce false negatives (missing actual threats)

  • Cannot account for context that only humans can understand

  • Requires continuous training and is never complete

Mobile Application Responsibilities

By using our mobile application, you additionally agree to:

App Security Responsibilities

  • Keep the app updated to the latest version for security patches and improvements

  • Report security vulnerabilities responsibly through proper channels

  • Protect your device with appropriate security measures (lock screens, device encryption)

  • Use official app stores and avoid modified or unofficial versions

Technical Limitations Understanding

  • App functionality depends on device security and network connectivity

  • Analysis quality may vary based on device capabilities and network conditions

  • Offline functionality is limited and full analysis requires internet connectivity

  • Device-specific features may not be available on all platforms

Prohibited Mobile Activities

You will not:

  • Attempt to reverse engineer authentication mechanisms or app security

  • Use automated tools to interact with the app beyond normal usage

  • Share account credentials or allow unauthorized access to your account

  • Circumvent rate limiting or other protective measures

User Responsibilities

Informed Decision Making

You are responsible for:

  • Making your own security decisions based on multiple factors

  • Exercising personal judgment when evaluating potential threats

  • Implementing comprehensive security practices beyond Vigil's analysis

  • Seeking additional verification when dealing with suspicious content

Account Security

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information during account registration

  • Maintain confidentiality of your account credentials

  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access

  • Use authentication features as intended

Acceptable Use

You will not:

  • Attempt to circumvent security measures or rate limits

  • Use the service for illegal activities or harassment

  • Submit content you don't have permission to analyze

  • Reverse engineer or attempt to extract our algorithms

  • Share account access with unauthorized parties

Content and Data

User Content

When you submit content for analysis:

  • You retain ownership of your original content

  • You grant us permission to analyze and process submitted content

  • We may use anonymized versions to improve our services

  • We do not claim ownership of your personal communications

Prohibited Content

Do not submit:

  • Illegal content or content violating others' rights

  • Malicious code intended to harm our systems

  • Personal information of others without consent

  • Content that violates applicable laws or regulations

Limitation of Liability

Maximum Liability Cap

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, Vigilcode's total liability to you for any and all claims arising from or related to these Terms or the Service shall not exceed $100, regardless of the amount or frequency of payments made for the Service.

Excluded Damages

VIGILCODE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE for any:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities

  • Data loss or corruption (beyond our direct control)

  • Security breaches or incidents occurring despite our analysis

  • Financial losses from phishing, fraud, or other threats

  • Reliance on analysis results that prove incorrect

  • Decisions made based on our recommendations

No Liability for Security Incidents

SPECIFICALLY, Vigilcode is not liable for:

  • Successful phishing attempts on content we analyzed as "safe"

  • Malware infections from content we did not identify as malicious

  • Financial fraud resulting from threats we did not detect

  • Identity theft or privacy breaches related to analyzed content

  • Business disruption from security incidents

Disclaimers

"AS IS" Service

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

  • MERCHANTABILITY or fitness for a particular purpose

  • ACCURACY or reliability of analysis results

  • UNINTERRUPTED or error-free operation

  • SECURITY or freedom from vulnerabilities

  • COMPLETENESS of threat detection

  • TIMELINESS of threat identification

No Professional Security Advice

Vigil's analysis and recommendations:

  • Are not professional cybersecurity consulting services

  • Should not replace comprehensive security practices or expert consultation

  • Do not constitute personalized security advice for your specific situation

  • Are provided for informational and educational purposes only

  • May not be suitable for high-risk or enterprise security requirements

AI Technology Limitations

Our AI-based analysis:

  • Cannot predict future threats or attack evolution

  • May not detect sophisticated or targeted attacks

  • Provides probabilistic assessments not definitive security clearance

  • Requires continuous updates and is never complete

  • May be circumvented by determined attackers

Third-Party Services

We may integrate with third-party services, but:

  • We do not control third-party services or their security practices

  • We are not responsible for third-party failures, breaches, or security issues

  • Third-party terms may apply to their services and supersede these terms

  • Integration issues are not our responsibility and may affect service quality

Internet and Technology Risks

You acknowledge that:

  • Internet communication carries inherent security risks

  • Technology failures may occur beyond our control

  • Network interruptions may affect service availability

  • Device security affects the overall security of our service

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Vigilcode, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service

  • Your violation of these Terms

  • Content you submit for analysis

  • Decisions you make based on our analysis

  • Your security practices or lack thereof

Termination

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

  • Deleting your account through app settings

  • Contacting support for account closure

  • Ceasing use of the Service

Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account for:

  • Violation of these Terms

  • Suspected fraudulent activity

  • Abuse of the Service

  • Legal requirements or law enforcement requests

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your access to the Service will cease

  • Data retention will follow our Privacy Policy

  • Outstanding obligations remain in effect

  • Limitation of liability provisions survive

Intellectual Property

Our Rights

Vigil's technology, algorithms, and analysis methods are:

  • Proprietary to Vigilcode, Inc.

  • Protected by intellectual property laws

  • Not licensed to you except for service use

  • Subject to trade secret protection

Your Rights

You retain rights to:

  • Content you submit for analysis

  • Your account information

  • Feedback you provide (though we may use it to improve services)

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms. By using the Service, you also agree to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [State/Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Arbitration Agreement

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than court proceedings, except for:

  • Intellectual property disputes

  • Small claims court matters

  • Injunctive relief requests

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive any right to participate in class actions or representative proceedings.

Modifications

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms to reflect:

  • Changes in our services

  • Legal or regulatory requirements

  • Industry best practices

  • User feedback and experience

Notification

We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Email notification to your registered address

  • In-app notification when you next use the Service

  • Website posting with updated effective date

Continued Use

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

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

Assignment

We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. You may not assign your rights without our written consent.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

Modifications

Vigilcode reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document

  • For material changes, we will provide additional notice via email or prominent website notification

  • Your continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms

  • We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for updates

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms: Email: legal@vigilcode.com

Effective Date

These Terms are effective as of September 15, 2025 and replace all previous versions.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Vigil is a security analysis tool, not a comprehensive security solution. Always exercise caution and use multiple security practices to protect yourself online. No security tool, including Vigil, can guarantee complete protection against all digital threats.

By using Vigil, you acknowledge that you understand these limitations and accept responsibility for your own digital security decisions.