Terms and Conditions

Last updated: October 16, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Turnitin.app ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, please do not use this Service.

2. Description of Service

Turnitin.app provides an AI text detection service that analyzes submitted text to determine the likelihood that it was generated by artificial intelligence. The Service includes:

  • Basic AI detection analysis
  • Advanced Mode with detailed reporting
  • Statistical analysis and probability scores
  • Educational resources and support

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Submit content that infringes on intellectual property rights
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
  • Submit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content

3.2 Content Submission

When you submit text for analysis, you represent and warrant that:

  • You have the right to submit the content
  • The content does not violate any third-party rights
  • The content does not contain sensitive personal information
  • You understand that submitted content is processed for detection purposes only

4. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Turnitin.app and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You retain all rights to the content you submit. By submitting content, you grant us a limited license to process and analyze it solely for the purpose of providing the detection service.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Accuracy or reliability of detection results
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement of third-party rights

While we strive for high accuracy, no AI detection system is perfect. Results should be used as one factor among many in evaluating content authenticity.

6. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TURNITIN.APP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Turnitin.app and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Content you submit to the Service

8. Service Modifications and Termination

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue the Service at any time
  • Change these Terms and Conditions
  • Refuse service to anyone for any reason
  • Terminate or suspend access for violations of these Terms

9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

10. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our Contact Us page.