Terms of Service

1. Description of Service

Stemio is a workflow automation platform that allows users to upload audio stem files and generate alternate mixes, cutdowns, and file deliverables. Stemio is a technical processing tool only and does not create, own, license, distribute, or claim any rights in user-submitted content.

2. User Ownership and Responsibility

You retain all ownership rights to the content you upload. However, by uploading content, you represent and warrant that:

• You own or have full legal rights, licenses, and permissions to use, process, and upload the content.
• The content does not infringe any copyright, trademark, contract, or other legal rights.
• You have the authority to grant Stemio the limited rights necessary to process the files.

You are solely responsible for verifying that you have proper authorization for all uploaded stems and audio materials.

3. License to Process Content

You grant Stemio a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to store, process, transform, and render your uploaded files solely for the purpose of providing the Service. Stemio does not use your content for any other purpose.

4. No Monitoring Obligation

Stemio is not responsible for monitoring user content and does not review files for copyright ownership. Stemio operates as a passive technical processor under applicable laws.

5. Copyright Infringement & DMCA

Stemio complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe content processed through Stemio infringes your rights, you may submit a takedown request to: support@stemio.io

Stemio will promptly remove or disable access to allegedly infringing material upon proper notice. See our full DMCA Policy for details.

6. Prohibited Use

You agree not to use Stemio to:

• Upload unauthorized or infringing materials
• Violate contracts, publishing agreements, or licensing agreements
• Distribute illegal content
• Reverse engineer, misuse, or exploit the platform

Violation may result in account termination.

7. Limitation of Liability

Stemio shall not be liable for:

• Copyright infringement caused by user uploads
• Loss of data, revenue, or business interruption
• Misuse of files delivered through the platform

You agree that Stemio's total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Service in the last 3 months.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Stemio, its owners, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or legal fees arising from:

• Your uploaded content
• Your misuse of the platform
• Any infringement claims related to your files

9. Account Termination

Stemio reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts suspected of violating these Terms or engaging in unlawful activity.

10. Data Storage and Security

Stemio uses industry-standard storage and security practices. However, users are responsible for maintaining backups of important files.

11. Modifications to Service and Terms

Stemio may modify these Terms or the Service at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, contact: support@stemio.io