Last updated: February 19, 2026
By using ExplainThisCode.ai ("Service"), you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part, please do not use the Service.
ExplainThisCode.ai is an AI-powered platform that helps developers understand code. It gives you clear explanations matched to your skill level and role. The Service includes web-based tools, API access, and related features.
You agree NOT to use the Service to:
Ownership: You keep all rights to the code you submit. You give us a limited license to process it. We use it only to generate explanations for you.
Responsibility: Make sure you have the right to submit any code you send us. Do not submit code you don't own or lack permission to analyze.
Confidential Code: We use security measures to protect your data. Still, avoid submitting highly sensitive code like production secrets, credentials, or proprietary algorithms unless you understand and accept the risks.
In simple terms: Paid plans renew automatically. You can cancel anytime, but the cancellation starts at the end of the current billing period. We do not give partial refunds.
The free tier has limited usage. We may change free tier limits at any time.
In simple terms: Your API keys are like passwords. Keep them secret, and do not share them. You are responsible for anything that happens with your keys.
In simple terms: We own the service itself. You own the code you submit. Do not copy or redistribute our product.
We own the Service, including its design, features, and content. This does not include code you submit — that stays yours. The Service is protected by intellectual property laws. Do not copy, change, or share any part of the Service without our permission.
In simple terms: Our AI tries to be accurate, but it can make mistakes. Do not rely on it alone for critical decisions — always double-check.
Our AI creates explanations "as is" for learning and reference. We aim for accuracy, but please keep in mind:
In simple terms: We work hard to keep the service running well, but we cannot guarantee it will be perfect or always available.
The service is provided "as is" and "as available." We make no warranties, express or implied. This includes warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not promise that the service will run without interruption, errors, or security issues.
In simple terms: If something goes wrong, our financial responsibility is limited. We are not liable for indirect losses like lost profits or data.
To the fullest extent the law allows, ExplainThisCode.ai is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or punitive damages. This includes lost profits, lost revenue, lost data, or lost goodwill — whether direct or indirect — that result from your use of the service.
In simple terms: If your use of the service causes a legal problem, you agree to cover the costs rather than us.
You agree to protect ExplainThisCode.ai and its team from any claims, damages, or costs that come from your use of the Service or from breaking these Terms.
In simple terms: We may change or shut down parts of the service at any time. We will try to give notice, but we are not required to.
We may change, pause, or stop the Service (or any part of it) at any time, with or without notice. We are not liable to you or anyone else for any such change, pause, or shutdown.
In simple terms: We may update these rules. If you keep using the service after an update, you accept the new rules.
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make important changes, we will post the new Terms here and update the "Last updated" date. If you keep using the Service after those changes take effect, you accept the updated Terms.
In simple terms: Any legal disputes will follow United States law.
These Terms follow the laws of the United States. Conflict of law rules do not apply.
For questions about these Terms, please visit our help center for answers to common questions and self-service support options.