Terms of Service

IP Insight - Patent Analytics for Google Sheets

Last Updated: March 1, 2026

Important: Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using IP Insight. By accessing or using our service, you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By installing, accessing, or using IP Insight ("the Service," "Add-on," "we," "our," or "us"), you ("User," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

IP Insight is a Google Workspace Add-on that provides patent analytics, competitor analysis, automated classification, and data visualization tools within Google Sheets. The Service operates within your Google Sheets environment and processes data locally.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

4. User Account and Authorization

4.1 Google Account

Use of the Service requires a valid Google account and authorization to access your Google Sheets data. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

4.2 Authorization

By installing IP Insight, you grant us permission to access and process data within Google Sheets where the Add-on is installed, as described in our Privacy Policy.

4.3 Account Security

You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

5. Acceptable Use

5.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Service for lawful purposes related to patent analytics and research in accordance with these Terms.

5.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service
  • Use the Service to transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service
  • Use automated systems or bots to access the Service without permission
  • Resell, redistribute, or transfer the Service to third parties
  • Remove, obscure, or alter any proprietary notices
  • Use the Service to violate any third-party intellectual property rights
  • Use the Service in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the Service

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Ownership

IP Insight and all related intellectual property rights, including but not limited to software, algorithms, trademarks, and content, are owned by us or our licensors. These Terms do not grant you any ownership rights in the Service.

6.2 Your Data

You retain all rights to data you input into or generate using the Service within your Google Sheets. We claim no ownership over your spreadsheet content or patent data.

6.3 License Grant

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for your internal business or personal purposes.

7. Fees and Payment

7.1 Pricing

The Service may be offered as free (limited features) or paid subscription plans. Current pricing is available on our website or Google Workspace Marketplace listing.

7.2 Subscription Terms

Paid subscriptions are billed on a recurring basis (monthly or annually as selected). You authorize us to charge your payment method on each billing cycle.

7.3 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing period. Refunds are not provided for partial subscription periods except as required by law.

7.4 Price Changes

We reserve the right to modify our pricing with 30 days' notice. Continued use of the Service after a price change constitutes acceptance of the new pricing.

8. Service Availability and Modifications

8.1 Availability

We strive to provide reliable service but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control.

8.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice. We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service.

8.3 Updates

We may automatically update the Service to improve functionality, security, or compatibility. These updates are subject to these Terms.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

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, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY.

We do not warrant that:

  • The Service will meet your specific requirements
  • The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
  • Results obtained from the Service will be accurate or reliable
  • Any errors in the Service will be corrected
  • The Service is free from viruses or other harmful components

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IP INSIGHT AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100 USD if no payment was made.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain types of damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless IP Insight and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any content or data you submit through the Service

12. Third-Party Services

The Service integrates with Google Workspace services. Your use of Google services is subject to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for Google's services or any third-party content, products, or services.

13. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.

14. Termination

14.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your use of the Service at any time by uninstalling the Add-on and revoking access permissions through your Google Account settings.

14.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause or notice, if:

  • You violate these Terms
  • Your use of the Service poses a security risk
  • You fail to pay applicable fees
  • We are required to do so by law
  • We discontinue the Service

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service immediately ceases. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination (including ownership, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability) shall survive.

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 Informal Resolution

Before filing a formal claim, you agree to contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve any disputes informally.

15.2 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

15.3 Arbitration

Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization]. The arbitration shall take place in [Your Location], and judgment on the award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

15.4 Exceptions

Either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent infringement of intellectual property rights.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and IP Insight regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

16.2 Amendments

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting the revised Terms. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

16.4 Severability

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

16.5 Assignment

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

16.6 No Agency

These Terms do not create any agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you and IP Insight.

16.7 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]


18. Additional Terms for Google Workspace Add-ons

18.1 Google Compliance

Your use of IP Insight must comply with Google's Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy. We may suspend or terminate your access if we determine you are violating Google's policies.

18.2 No Google Endorsement

IP Insight is an independent third-party service. Google does not endorse or sponsor IP Insight, and we are solely responsible for the Service.

18.3 Google API Limitations

The Service's functionality depends on Google's APIs, which are subject to Google's terms and limitations. Changes to Google's APIs may affect the Service's functionality.

By using IP Insight, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.