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Terms of Service

Last updated: March 26, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Burin Code ("the Application"), or by visiting burincode.com ("the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Application or Website.

2. Description of Service

Burin Code is a Mac-native desktop application for software development that includes AI-powered coding assistance, code editing, terminal integration, and support for the Model Context Protocol (MCP). The Application runs locally on your macOS device.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years of age to use Burin Code. If you are under 18, you must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian. By using the Application, you represent that you meet these requirements.

4. Account Registration

Certain features of Burin Code may require you to create an account. You are responsible for:

  • Providing accurate and complete registration information
  • Maintaining the security of your account credentials
  • All activity that occurs under your account

You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

5. License and Usage

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use Burin Code on macOS devices you own or control, for personal or professional software development purposes.

You may not:

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Application
  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works of the Application
  • Distribute, sublicense, lease, or lend the Application to third parties
  • Use the Application for any unlawful purpose
  • Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels

6. API Keys and Third-Party Services

Burin Code allows you to connect your own API keys for third-party AI providers and MCP servers. You are solely responsible for:

  • Complying with the terms of service of any third-party provider
  • Any costs incurred through your use of third-party APIs
  • The security of your API keys and credentials
  • Ensuring your use of third-party services complies with applicable laws

We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or conduct of third-party services.

7. Your Content and Data

You retain all rights to your source code, files, and other content ("Your Content"). We do not claim ownership of Your Content. Burin Code processes Your Content locally on your device; we do not access, store, or transmit Your Content through our servers except as necessary to provide account-related services.

You are responsible for maintaining backups of Your Content.

8. Premium features and payments

Burin Code offers a Pro subscription tier with bundled AI credits and additional features. All prices are listed in USD. If you purchase a subscription:

  • Fees are billed in advance on a monthly recurring basis
  • You may cancel at any time through your account settings or by emailing support@burincode.com; cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
  • Refunds are handled in accordance with our Refund Policy (burincode.com/refund)
  • We reserve the right to change pricing with 30 days' notice via email or in-app notification

9. Intellectual Property

Burin Code, including its design, code, documentation, logos, and trademarks, is the intellectual property of Burin Code and its licensors. These Terms do not grant you any rights to our intellectual property except the limited license described above.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

BURIN CODE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

  • The Application will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
  • AI-generated suggestions or code will be accurate, complete, or suitable for any purpose
  • The Application will be compatible with all macOS versions or hardware configurations

You use AI-generated code at your own risk and are responsible for reviewing and testing any code suggestions before use.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BURIN CODE AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE APPLICATION.

Our total liability for any claims arising under these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to Burin Code at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion. Upon termination:

  • Your license to use the Application is revoked
  • You must uninstall all copies of the Application
  • Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will survive

13. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in San Francisco, California.

If you are a resident of Canada, nothing in these Terms affects your rights under applicable Canadian consumer protection legislation.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting a notice on burincode.com or within the Application. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

For questions about these Terms, contact us at legal@burincode.com.

See also our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy.