1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Tarr Screenplay Editor ("Tarr," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of the Tarr screenplay writing application and related services (the "Service").
By accessing or using Tarr, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access or use our Service.
2. Description of Service
Tarr is a modern, web-based screenplay editor that provides:
- Pageless screenplay writing with industry-standard formatting
- Real-time collaboration with other writers
- Cloud synchronization across multiple devices
- Project and file management capabilities
- Export functionality to various formats (PDF, Fountain, Final Draft)
- Third-party integrations (Google Drive, Spotify, AI services)
- Template system for different types of scripts
- Backup and version control features
3. Eligibility and Account Requirements
3.1 Age Requirements
- You must be at least 13 years old to use Tarr
- If you are between 13-18 years old, you must have parental or guardian consent
- If you are under 13, you may not use this Service
3.2 Account Creation
- You must provide accurate, current, and complete information
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- One person or entity may not maintain multiple accounts
3.3 Account Responsibility
You are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your account, whether or not you authorized such activities.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Your Content Ownership
You retain all rights to your creative work. Tarr does not claim ownership of any screenplay content, scripts, or other intellectual property you create or upload to the Service.
4.2 License Grant to Tarr
By using our Service, you grant Tarr a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
- Store, process, and display your content to provide the Service
- Create backups and copies necessary for service operation
- Enable collaboration features when you share projects with other users
- Process your content for search, organization, and export features
This license is solely for the purpose of operating and improving the Service and does not grant us any rights to use your content for any other purpose.
4.3 Third-Party Content
- You may not upload content that infringes on others' intellectual property rights
- You must have the right to use any copyrighted material you incorporate into your work
- Fair use exceptions apply as permitted by law
4.4 Tarr's Intellectual Property
The Tarr platform, including its software, features, design, and underlying technology, is owned by Tarr and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
5. User Conduct and Prohibited Uses
5.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use Tarr in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and in a manner consistent with these Terms.
5.2 Prohibited Activities
You may not:
- Upload content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable
- Infringe on any third party's intellectual property rights
- Transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts or data
- Use automated scripts or bots to access the Service
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source code
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or its servers
- Use the Service for any commercial purpose without proper authorization
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
5.3 Content Moderation
We reserve the right to review, remove, or restrict access to any content that violates these Terms, though we are not obligated to monitor all content.
6. Subscription Plans and Billing
6.1 Free and Paid Plans
Tarr offers both free and paid subscription plans with different features and limitations clearly described on our website.
6.2 Billing and Payments
- Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
- All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
- You authorize us to charge your payment method for all applicable fees
- You are responsible for providing current, complete, and accurate billing information
6.3 Automatic Renewal
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date
- You can cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings
- Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period
6.4 Price Changes
We may change subscription prices with 30 days' advance notice. Price changes will not affect your current billing period but will apply to subsequent renewals.
6.5 Free Trial Terms
- Free trials may be offered for paid plans
- You may be required to provide payment information to start a trial
- If you don't cancel before the trial ends, you will be charged for the subscription
- Free trial eligibility may be limited to new users
7. Data and Privacy
7.1 Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
7.2 Data Backup and Recovery
- We implement backup systems to protect against data loss
- However, you are responsible for maintaining your own backups of important work
- We are not liable for any data loss, though we will make reasonable efforts to assist in recovery
7.3 Data Export
You can export your content at any time in standard formats including Fountain, PDF, and Final Draft formats.
8. Third-Party Integrations
8.1 Optional Integrations
Tarr offers optional integrations with third-party services including:
- Google Drive - for additional backup and storage
- Spotify - for music player functionality
- AI Services - for transcription and writing assistance
8.2 Third-Party Terms
Use of third-party integrations is subject to the respective terms and policies of those services. We are not responsible for third-party service performance or policies.
8.3 Data Sharing
When you connect third-party services, you authorize the sharing of relevant data with those services as described in our Privacy Policy.
9. Collaboration Features
9.1 Shared Projects
- When you share a project, collaborators receive access according to permissions you set
- You are responsible for managing access to your projects
- Collaborators must also comply with these Terms
9.2 Real-Time Editing
- Real-time collaboration features may include cursor tracking and live editing
- Changes made by collaborators are synchronized across all connected devices
- Version history is maintained to track changes and enable restoration
9.3 Collaboration Responsibilities
- You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to share content with collaborators
- All collaborators must respect intellectual property rights
- Inappropriate behavior in collaborative sessions may result in service restrictions
10. Service Availability and Modifications
10.1 Service Availability
- We strive to maintain high service availability but cannot guarantee 100% uptime
- Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance when possible
- We are not liable for service interruptions or downtime
10.2 Service Modifications
- We may modify, update, or discontinue features with reasonable notice
- Significant changes will be communicated to users in advance
- We reserve the right to make emergency changes for security or legal reasons
10.3 Account Termination
We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, with or without notice, though we will provide notice when reasonably possible.
11. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
11.1 Service Disclaimers
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, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
11.2 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TARR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.
11.3 Maximum Liability
Our total liability to you for any claims related to the Service shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
11.4 Geographic Limitations
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tarr and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Content you upload or share through the Service
13. Export Control and Legal Compliance
13.1 Export Laws
The Service may be subject to export control laws and regulations. You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws.
13.2 Legal Compliance
You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations.
14. Dispute Resolution
14.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.
14.2 Arbitration Agreement
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law.
14.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.
14.4 Informal Resolution
Before initiating formal dispute resolution, you agree to attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting our support team.
15. Termination
15.1 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by following the account deletion process in your account settings.
15.2 Termination by Tarr
We may terminate or suspend your account immediately if you violate these Terms or for other reasons including:
- Suspected fraudulent activity
- Extended periods of inactivity
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Service discontinuation
15.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your access to the Service will cease immediately
- You may download your content for a limited time as specified in our data retention policy
- Certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination as necessary
16. Updates to Terms
16.1 Modification Rights
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:
- Post the updated Terms on our website
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Notify users of material changes via email or in-app notification
16.2 Acceptance of Changes
Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
16.3 Notice Period
For material changes, we will provide at least 30 days' advance notice before the changes take effect.
17. Miscellaneous Provisions
17.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tarr regarding the Service.
17.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
17.3 No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
17.4 Assignment
You may not assign your rights under these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.
17.5 Force Majeure
We will not be liable for any failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
19. Special Provisions
19.1 Educational Use
Special terms may apply for educational institutions using Tarr. Contact us for educational licensing information.
19.2 Enterprise Use
Enterprise customers may be subject to separate terms and conditions as specified in enterprise agreements.
19.3 API and Developer Terms
Use of any Tarr APIs or developer tools is subject to additional terms and conditions.
By using Tarr, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
These Terms are effective as of the date listed above and will remain in effect until terminated in accordance with the provisions herein.