Terms of Service
Last Updated: February 24, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Filmbase ("Service"), a platform where users can manage information about their film photography inventory, developed and operated by Midnight Slate Labs LLC ("us", "we", "our").
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms", "Agreement") govern your use of our web application and the services provided therein.
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access the Service.
2. Definitions
User refers to any individual who accesses or uses the Service, including both free and paid ("PRO") subscribers.
Content refers to all information related to film photography inventory that a User uploads, enters, or manages within the Service.
3. Accounts
3.1 Registration
To use certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. When you register, you must provide accurate and complete information. You are solely responsible for the security of your account and password.
3.2 Account Tiers
Filmbase offers two account tiers:
- Free Account: Basic functionality requiring only name and email.
- PRO Account: Enhanced functionality, available through subscription payments processed via Stripe.
4. Subscription and Payments
4.1 Subscription Terms
PRO subscriptions are billed on a recurring basis according to the plan selected at signup.
4.2 Payment Processing
All payments are processed through Stripe. By subscribing to a PRO account, you agree to Stripe's Terms of Service.
4.3 Cancellation and Refunds
You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Refunds are provided in accordance with our refund policy.
5. User Content
5.1 Ownership and License
You retain all rights to the Content you upload or manage through the Service.
By uploading Content (including film images for EXIF data modification), you grant Midnight Slate Labs LLC a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, process, and display your Content solely for the purpose of:
- Providing and operating the Service
- Processing your requests for EXIF data modification
- Improving and maintaining the Service
- Enforcing our rights under these Terms
- Complying with applicable laws
This license is limited to the 7-day storage period for images and exists only for the purposes specified above. We will not use your Content for any other purposes without your explicit consent.
5.2 Image Uploads and Storage
Film images that you upload to the Service:
- Are stored for a maximum of 7 days after uploading
- Are used solely for the purpose of EXIF data (metadata) modification
- Are not shared with any third parties
- Are automatically deleted after the 7-day period
5.3 Prohibited Content
You agree not to upload Content that:
- Infringes on intellectual property rights
- Is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, or invasive of privacy
- Contains malware or harmful code
- Impersonates any person or entity
6. Service Usage and Limitations
6.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
6.2 Service Modifications
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue Filmbase (in whole or in part) at any time, with or without notice to you. This includes the right to:
- Add or remove features or functionality
- Change the user interface
- Modify storage limits or other specifications
- Adjust subscription plans and pricing
- Terminate the Service entirely
We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any such modifications, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service. In the event of a complete discontinuation, we will make reasonable efforts to notify users in advance.
6.3 Data Storage Limits
Free accounts may be subject to storage limitations. PRO accounts receive storage capabilities as specified in the subscription plan. All uploaded film images are subject to the 7-day temporary storage policy regardless of account type.
7. Intellectual Property
7.1 Service Ownership
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Midnight Slate Labs LLC and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
7.2 Restrictions
You may not:
- Modify, adapt, or hack the Service
- Reverse engineer any aspect of the Service
- Frame or mirror any part of the Service without prior written authorization
- Use the Service to build a competitive product
- Access the Service through automated means (bots, scripts, etc.) without our permission
8. Termination
8.1 Termination by User
You may terminate your account at any time by following the instructions on the Service or by contacting us.
8.2 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.
8.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. We may delete your Content upon termination.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event shall Midnight Slate Labs LLC, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use the Service
- Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
- Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Service
- Any bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or the like which may be transmitted through the Service by any third party
In no event will our total liability exceed the amount you paid us, if any, in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the liability or one hundred US dollars (USD $100), whichever is greater.
10. Disclaimer
The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. The use of the Service is at your own risk. The Service is provided without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect.
13. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Midnight Slate Labs LLC and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against all claims, damages, liabilities, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:
- Your use of Filmbase or any activities under your account
- Your breach or alleged breach of these Terms
- Your Content or any data you upload to the Service
- Your violation of any law or the rights of a third party
14. Third-Party Services
14.1 Service Providers
Filmbase integrates with and relies upon various third-party service providers:
- Stripe for payment processing
- Digital Ocean for database and storage services
- Posthog for analytics
- Sentry for error and issue handling
Your use of Filmbase involves the transmission of your information to these third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party service providers.
14.2 Third-Party Links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Midnight Slate Labs LLC. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@filmbaseapp.com.
By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them.