Terms of Service
Terms governing use of this website and our services
Last updated: December 2024
These terms govern your use of the Hotloop.ai website and any services we provide. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms.
Hotloop.ai is operated by Karl Hartley, based in Hamilton, New Zealand.
Use of Website
This website is provided for informational purposes about our research, methodology, and services. You may browse, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use, provided you maintain all copyright and attribution notices.
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the site.
You must not attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website, introduce malicious code, or interfere with the website's operation.
Portal Access
Access to the demo portal is provided on an invitation basis to research partners, consulting clients, and approved users. Portal access is personal and non-transferable.
If you are granted portal access, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities under your account.
Portal tools are provided for demonstration and evaluation purposes. Outputs are drafts requiring human expert review before use in any operational context. We make no guarantees about the suitability of AI-generated content for any specific purpose.
Intellectual Property
All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, images, and software — is the property of Hotloop.ai or its licensors and is protected by New Zealand and international intellectual property laws.
The Hotloop.ai name, logo, and "Human Over The Loop" are trademarks of Hotloop.ai. You may not use these marks without prior written permission.
Research publications and reports linked from this website may be subject to their own terms and licences. Please refer to the original publication for applicable terms.
Consulting Services
If you engage Hotloop.ai for consulting, research, or speaking services, the specific terms will be agreed in a separate written agreement or proposal.
These website terms do not constitute an offer to provide services or create any binding commitment until a separate agreement is executed.
Disclaimer
This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information for any particular purpose.
Our research findings and methodologies are documented in peer-reviewed publications. The website provides summaries and context — for definitive information, please refer to the original published research.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by New Zealand law, Hotloop.ai and Karl Hartley shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website or our services.
This limitation applies whether the claim is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability that cannot be excluded or limited under New Zealand law, including liability under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 where applicable.
External Links
This website contains links to external websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for convenience and reference only.
We do not control external websites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked site.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts for any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the website.
Changes to Terms
We may update these terms from time to time. The "Last updated" date indicates when the terms were most recently revised.
Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. If you do not agree to the updated terms, please discontinue use of the website.
Contact
Questions about these terms? Get in touch.
Karl Hartley
Hotloop.ai
Hamilton, New Zealand