1.1 The CategoryHierarchies API is currently in beta testing, and during this beta phase, it is provided to you free of charge. You may use the API without any associated fees.

1.2 CategoryHierarchies.com reserves the right to change the pricing structure for the API at any time after the beta phase has concluded. We will notify you of any pricing changes in advance, and you will have the option to continue using the API under the new pricing terms or discontinue your usage.

2.1 During the beta testing phase, the API may undergo changes, updates, or improvements without prior notice. These changes may include alterations to API endpoints, functionalities, or features.

2.2 CategoryHierarchies.com will make reasonable efforts to minimize disruptions to your access to the API due to changes or updates. However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the API during the beta phase.

3.1 To access and use the CategoryHierarchies API, you must agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. You must also comply with any additional documentation or guidelines provided by CategoryHierarchies.com.

3.2 You are responsible for obtaining any necessary permissions, licenses, or consents required to use the API, and you agree to use the API in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

4.1 You agree to use the API in a responsible and ethical manner. You may not use the API for any illegal, harmful, or abusive activities, including but not limited to, activities that violate the privacy, security, or intellectual property rights of others.

4.2 You are responsible for maintaining the security of your API access credentials and ensuring that they are not shared with unauthorized individuals or entities.

5.1 You acknowledge that all intellectual property rights related to the API, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, and patents, are owned by CategoryHierarchies.com and its partners, including OpenAI.

5.2 These Terms do not grant you any rights or licenses to use CategoryHierarchies.com's or OpenAI's intellectual property beyond the scope of the API usage described herein.

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

10.1 CategoryHierarchies.com may provide the option to download databases and datasets through the API. The use of such databases and datasets is subject to the following terms and conditions:

10.2 You agree to use the downloaded databases and datasets for lawful purposes only and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

10.3 The databases and datasets are provided "as is" and without warranty of any kind. CategoryHierarchies.com disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

10.4 CategoryHierarchies.com shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from the use or inability to use the downloaded databases and datasets.

10.5 You acknowledge and agree that the databases and datasets may contain third-party content and data. You are responsible for complying with any additional terms and conditions associated with such third-party content.