Last Updated: 22/05/2025

Terms and Conditions for IntelliWP WordPress Plugin

1. Introduction & Acceptance of Terms These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the IntelliWP WordPress plugin (“Plugin”). The Plugin consists of a Core Plugin licensed under the GNU General Public License v2 (GPLv2) and Premium Features, Add-ons, or a Pro Version (collectively, “Premium Components”) which are proprietary products of Devscope LLC, a limited liability company incorporated under the laws of Delaware, United States (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

By installing, accessing, downloading, or using any part of the Plugin, including both the Core Plugin and any Premium Components, you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not install or use the Plugin.

2. License Grant

2.1. Core Plugin (GPLv2 Licensed) The Core Plugin, comprising the foundational code and features of IntelliWP (as clearly designated in the plugin’s source code and documentation), is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2 (GPLv2). A copy of the GPLv2 license is included with the Core Plugin distribution. In summary, the GPLv2 grants you the freedom to run, study, change, and redistribute the Core Plugin and its modifications, provided you comply with the terms of the GPLv2.

2.2. Premium Components (Proprietary License Grant) Subject to your compliance with these Terms, and your valid purchase and activation of a license for Premium Components, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the specific Premium Components solely for your internal business or personal purposes.

2.3. Permitted Use (Premium Components)

  • Premium Components are licensed for use on a single WordPress domain per license (unless otherwise specified in your license tier).
  • You may use the features and functionality of the Premium Components as intended and documented.
  • You may make reasonable backup copies of the Premium Components for archival purposes only.

2.4. Prohibited Use (All Components, particularly Premium) You may not:

  • Illegal Use: Use any part of the Plugin for any illegal, unethical, or unauthorized purposes.
  • Reverse Engineer (Premium Components): Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any Premium Components, except to the extent expressly permitted by applicable law.
  • Resell/Sublicense (Premium Components): Resell, sublicense, lease, or rent the Premium Components to any third party.
  • Circumvent Licensing (Premium Components): Attempt to circumvent any licensing mechanisms or restrictions within the Premium Components.
  • Remove Notices: Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from the Plugin (both Core and Premium Components).

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1. Ownership

  • Core Plugin: All rights, title, and interest in and to the original code of the Core Plugin, as initially provided by the Company, remain with the Company, subject to the terms of the GPLv2. Contributions by others become subject to the GPLv2.
  • Premium Components: All rights, title, and interest in and to the Premium Components, including all intellectual property rights (code, designs, features, documentation, trademarks, and proprietary technologies unique to the Premium Components), remain exclusively with the Company.
  • Overall Plugin: “IntelliWP” and any associated logos, trademarks, or service marks are the exclusive property of the Company. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent.

3.2. Feedback Any feedback, suggestions, or improvements you provide regarding the Plugin (both Core and Premium Components) may be used by us without restriction or compensation to you.

4. Third-Party Services Integration

4.1. OpenAI API Integration The Plugin connects to and relies upon services provided by OpenAI and other third-party API providers (“Third-Party Services”).

4.2. Third-Party Terms Your use of Third-Party Services through the Plugin is subject to the respective terms of service and privacy policies of those providers, including but not limited to:

  • OpenAI Terms of Use: https://openai.com/policies/terms-of-use
  • OpenAI Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/policies/privacy-policy You are solely responsible for complying with all Third-Party Service terms.

4.3. API Keys and Costs

  • You are responsible for obtaining and maintaining your own API keys for Third-Party Services.
  • All costs, fees, and charges incurred from Third-Party Services are your sole responsibility.
  • We are not responsible for any changes to Third-Party Service pricing or availability.

4.4. Data Handling by Third Parties Content processed through the Plugin may be transmitted to Third-Party Services and is subject to their respective data handling practices, not solely ours.

4.5. Third-Party Disclaimer We disclaim all responsibility for the performance, availability, security, or policies of Third-Party Services.

5. Premium Component Specifics (e.g., Subscription, Pricing, Refunds) (This section would be heavily customized based on your business model. Here’s a placeholder example:)

5.1. Subscription/License Model Access to Premium Components may be provided on a subscription basis or via a one-time license purchase, as specified on our website or within the Plugin. Your access will be tied to the validity of your subscription or license.

5.2. Pricing and Payments All fees for Premium Components are detailed on our website. You agree to pay all applicable fees and taxes. We reserve the right to change our prices at any time, but price changes will not affect active subscriptions until renewal.

5.3. Refunds Refund policies for Premium Components are detailed on our website ([Link to your refund policy page]). Generally, refunds are offered within a specific period (e.g., 30 days) if you are unsatisfied.

6. Updates and Support

6.1. Updates

  • Core Plugin: Updates to the Core Plugin will be released under the GPLv2.
  • Premium Components: We reserve the right to modify, discontinue, or update the Premium Components at any time. Critical security updates for Premium Components may be automatically applied. Your access to updates for Premium Components is contingent on a valid and active license or subscription.

6.2. Support

  • Basic customer support is provided for both the Core Plugin and Premium Components.
  • Enhanced or priority support may be available for users with active Premium Component licenses/subscriptions, as outlined in your license tier.
  • We are not obligated to provide support for issues arising from your modifications to the Core Plugin or conflicts with third-party themes/plugins not officially supported.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

7.1. General Disclaimer The Plugin (including both Core Plugin and Premium Components) is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

7.2. Specific Disclaimers We do not warrant that:

  • The Plugin will be error-free or uninterrupted.
  • The Plugin will meet your specific requirements.
  • Any defects will be corrected.
  • Third-Party Services will remain available or compatible.

8. Limitation of Liability (This section from the original document was missing, but it is crucial for a legal document. I’ll include a standard placeholder. You should have a lawyer draft this carefully.)

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the Company be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (i) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Plugin; (ii) any conduct or content of any third party on the Plugin; (iii) any content obtained from the Plugin; and (iv) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage, and even if a remedy set forth herein is found to have failed of its essential purpose. Our total aggregate liability for any claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Plugin shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for the Premium Components in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or one hundred US dollars ($100) if you have not made any payments.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

9.1. Governing Law These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9.2. Jurisdiction Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in New Castle County, Delaware, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

9.3. Arbitration Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Plugin shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in Dover, Delaware and the decision shall be final and binding.

10. Changes to Terms We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes through:

  • Email notification to your registered email address
  • In-app notification within the Plugin
  • Posting updated Terms on our website Your continued use of the Plugin after notification constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Miscellaneous

11.1. Severability If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

11.2. Entire Agreement These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding the Plugin and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

11.3. No Waiver Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

11.4. Assignment You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

11.5. Force Majeure We will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, or government actions.

12. Contact Information For questions about these Terms or the Plugin, please contact us at: Devscope LLC Email: support@intelliwp.chat Product: IntelliWP WordPress Plugin

Key Changes and Considerations for this Model:

  1. Clear Distinction (Section 1 & 2): The terms now explicitly separate the “Core Plugin” (GPLv2) from “Premium Components” (proprietary). This is crucial for legal clarity.
  2. GPLv2 Acknowledgment (Section 2.1): It states that the Core Plugin is GPLv2 licensed and refers to the included license. You must include the full GPLv2 text with your plugin’s distribution.
  3. Separate Proprietary License Grant (Section 2.2): The license for Premium Components is distinct and clearly limited.
  4. Prohibited Use for Premium (Section 2.4): Explicitly prohibits actions like reverse engineering, reselling, or circumventing licensing for the Premium Components, which are common for proprietary software.
  5. Intellectual Property Ownership (Section 3.1): Clarifies that the original Core Plugin code is owned by the Company (subject to GPLv2), while all Premium Component IP remains exclusively with the Company.
  6. Premium Component Specifics (Section 5 – NEW): This is a critical new section where you’d detail your business model for premium features: subscription vs. one-time purchase, pricing, payment terms, and most importantly, your refund policy.
  7. Updates & Support (Section 6): Differentiates between updates for the GPLv2 core (which should also be GPLv2) and proprietary Premium Components (which might require an active license). Support levels can also be differentiated.
  8. Limitation of Liability (Section 8 – Added): A standard and essential clause for any software terms to limit your financial exposure. This needs careful legal review.
  9. Distribution of Core Plugin: When you distribute your “Core Plugin,” you must also distribute the GPLv2 license text with it. Any modifications or additions you make to the Core Plugin that you then distribute must also be under GPLv2.
  10. Separation of Code: To avoid “tainting” your Premium Components with GPLv2 (meaning they would also need to be GPLv2), ensure they are functionally separate and do not directly link to or derive from the GPLv2 core in a way that triggers the GPL’s copyleft provisions. Common approaches include:
    • API/Hooks: The Premium Components interact with the Core Plugin primarily through WordPress’s action and filter hooks, or a clearly defined API, rather than directly incorporating GPLv2 code into the proprietary components.
    • Separate Plugins: Often, the “Pro” or “Premium” features are packaged as a separate WordPress plugin that depends on the GPLv2 base plugin.