Terms of Service
Last updated: December 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Tendra Plant Platform ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.
2. Description of Service
Tendra provides a comprehensive plant identification and information platform that includes:
- Plant species database with detailed information
- Plant identification services using image recognition
- Dragon fruit cultivar database
- Plant care guides and recommendations
- Disease diagnosis assistance
3. Use License and Content Sharing
Creative Commons CC-BY-SA License
Content shared through our platform, including community contributions and observations, is made available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC-BY-SA) license. This means:
- You are free to share (copy and redistribute) the material in any medium or format
- You are free to adapt (remix, transform, and build upon) the material
- You must provide appropriate attribution to the original author
- You must distribute any derivative works under the same CC-BY-SA license
- You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that restrict others from doing anything the license permits
By submitting content to our platform, you agree to license it under CC-BY-SA and warrant that you have the right to do so.
4. Disclaimers and Limitations
⚠️ Important Disclaimers
Plant Identification Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, plant identification results are provided for informational purposes only. Always verify critical identifications through multiple sources, especially for:
- Edible vs. poisonous plants
- Medicinal plant uses
- Plants that may cause allergic reactions
The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:
- 100% accuracy in plant identification
- Completeness or accuracy of plant care information
- Suitability of recommendations for your specific conditions
- Uninterrupted or error-free service
5. User Responsibilities
When using our Service, you agree to:
- Provide accurate information when submitting content
- Respect intellectual property rights of others
- Not use the Service for any unlawful purposes
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Verify plant identifications before consumption or medicinal use
- Take responsibility for your gardening and plant care decisions
6. Intellectual Property
The Service contains material owned or licensed by us, including but not limited to:
- Website design and functionality
- Tendra branding and logos
- Original written content and descriptions
- Curated databases and compilations
Plant images displayed may be sourced from various locations including direct Google links and community contributions, each with their own attribution requirements.
7. Third-Party Services
Our Service integrates with third-party services including:
- PlantNet for plant identification
- Google Cloud for hosting and infrastructure
- Various image sources for plant photos
Your use of these integrated services may be subject to their respective terms and conditions.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tendra shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use the Service
- Any plant identification errors or inaccuracies
- Plant care decisions based on our information
- Any other matter relating to the Service
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tendra and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
10. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
11. Termination
We may terminate or suspend access to our Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which Tendra operates, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
13. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: hello@gaialab.io
Website: https://plantio-server.uc.r.appspot.com