Terms of Use

Effective Date: February 27, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you" or "User") and Institute for Seer, LLC, doing business as i4Seer ("i4Seer," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing our website, purchasing our products (including Tick sensor devices), using our services (including the Twin cloud API), or reading our publications (including the Seer Frights book series), you agree to be bound by these Terms.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE OUR PRODUCTS OR SERVICES.

2. Scope of Services

i4Seer provides:

  • Publications: The Seer Frights horror book series by B. Carter
  • Educational Content: Build-it project guides for devices featured in the books
  • Hardware Products: IoT sensor devices including the Tick platform
  • Cloud Services: The Twin API for remote device management and data storage
  • Website: Information about our products and services at i4Seer.com
  • Consulting Services: Custom firmware development, hardware design, and IoT consulting

3. Account Registration

To use certain services, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Maintain the security and confidentiality of your credentials
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

4. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to use our products or services to:

  • Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
  • Collect personal data without proper consent or legal basis
  • Transmit malware, viruses, or malicious code
  • Interfere with or disrupt our services or infrastructure
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our firmware or software
  • Use for safety-critical or life-support applications without explicit written approval
  • Resell or redistribute our products without authorization
  • Send spam or unsolicited communications
  • Engage in any activity that could harm i4Seer's reputation

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these terms.

5. Build-It Projects and Safety

5.1 Supervision Requirement: The build-it projects described on this website require adult supervision. No one should build alone.

5.2 Educational Purpose: All electronics projects, firmware examples, and instructions are provided for educational purposes only. Users assume full responsibility for safe construction and use.

5.3 Adult Supervision: Projects may involve small components, batteries, soldering tools, or programmable electronic devices. Adult supervision is required.

5.4 Assumption of Risk: Build-it projects involve electronic components, tools, and materials that carry inherent risks. YOU ASSUME ALL RISK associated with building, testing, and using any device described on this website.

5.5 No Warranty of Safety: While we strive to provide accurate instructions, we do not guarantee that any project is free from error, risk of injury, or property damage. Always follow manufacturer safety guidelines for all components.

6. Your Data and Responsibility

6.1 Your Data: You retain ownership of all data you collect, store, or transmit using our products and services ("Your Data"). You grant i4Seer a limited license to process Your Data solely to provide the services.

6.2 Your Responsibility: YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR:

  • The content, accuracy, and legality of Your Data
  • Obtaining all necessary consents for data collection
  • Complying with all applicable data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
  • Maintaining backups of Your Data
  • The security of your deployment and network
  • Any actions taken using your devices or credentials

6.3 No Liability for Your Data: i4Seer is NOT responsible for any loss, corruption, or unauthorized access to Your Data, regardless of cause.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our IP: All intellectual property rights in our products, services, website, firmware, software, publications, documentation, and trademarks belong to i4Seer. "Tick," "Seer Frights," and "i4Seer" are trademarks of Institute for Seer, LLC.

7.2 License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our products and services in accordance with these Terms. This license does not include the right to modify, copy, distribute, or create derivative works.

7.3 Book Content: The Seer Frights book series, including all characters, storylines, and illustrations, is protected by copyright. Reproduction, distribution, or adaptation without written permission is prohibited.

7.4 Custom Work: Unless otherwise agreed in writing, custom firmware and software developed by i4Seer for clients remains the property of i4Seer, with a license granted to the client for their use.

8. User Content

If you submit feedback, suggestions, or other content to us, you grant i4Seer a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and incorporate such content into our products and services without compensation or attribution.

9. Cloud Services

9.1 Availability: We strive to maintain high availability of our cloud services but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Services are provided on an "as available" basis.

9.2 Modifications: We may modify, suspend, or discontinue cloud services at any time with reasonable notice when possible.

9.3 Data Retention: Upon termination of your account, we may delete Your Data after a reasonable retention period. You are responsible for exporting data before termination.

10. Purchases and Payment

10.1 Orders: All orders are subject to acceptance by i4Seer. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders.

10.2 Pricing: Prices are subject to change without notice. Shipping and taxes are additional unless otherwise stated.

10.3 Payment: Payment is due at the time of order unless other terms are agreed in writing.

11. Hardware Warranty

11.1 Limited Warranty: Hardware products are warranted against manufacturing defects for one (1) year from the date of purchase.

11.2 Exclusions: This warranty does NOT cover:

  • Damage from misuse, abuse, neglect, or accident
  • Damage from modification or unauthorized repair
  • Damage from operation outside specified conditions
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Damage from power surges, lightning, or environmental factors

11.3 Remedy: Our sole obligation is to repair or replace the defective product at our discretion.

12. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY ABOVE, ALL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ARE 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, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

  • Our services will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
  • Data will be accurate, reliable, or complete
  • Products will meet your specific requirements
  • Any errors will be corrected
  • Build-it project instructions are free from error

13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

13.1 i4Seer SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of profits, revenue, or business
  • Loss of data or data corruption
  • Loss of goodwill or reputation
  • Cost of substitute products or services
  • Business interruption
  • Personal injury or property damage from build-it projects

13.2 MAXIMUM LIABILITY: IN NO EVENT SHALL i4SEER'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF OUR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES EXCEED TEN DOLLARS ($10.00 USD).

13.3 These limitations apply regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if i4Seer has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless i4Seer, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

  • Your use of our products or services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any law or third-party rights
  • Your Data or your data collection practices
  • Any claims by third parties related to your use of our products
  • Injury or damage resulting from build-it projects

15. Third-Party Sellers and Purchases

15.1 Third-Party Pricing: Prices, shipping, taxes, and availability are determined by third-party sellers and may change without notice. Institute for Seer LLC is not responsible for order fulfillment, returns, or warranties provided by third-party sellers.

15.2 Hardware Products: Hardware referenced or linked on this website (including the ATOM Matrix and electronic components) is a general-purpose electronics device for educational use. You are responsible for safe handling, setup, and compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements.

15.3 Wireless Compliance: Radio features and wireless use must comply with local regulatory requirements (e.g., FCC in the U.S.). You are solely responsible for ensuring your use of any wireless-enabled device complies with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.

15.4 No Agency: Links to third-party sellers (including Amazon, M5Stack, Mouser, and others) are provided for convenience. i4Seer is not an agent, distributor, or representative of any third-party seller. Your purchase from a third-party seller is governed by that seller's terms and policies.

16. Third-Party Links and Services

Our products and services may integrate with or link to third-party services. We are not responsible for third-party services and disclaim all liability related to your use of them.

17. Monitoring and Termination

17.1 Monitoring: We may monitor usage of our services to ensure compliance with these Terms and to protect our systems.

17.2 Termination: We may suspend or terminate your access at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

17.3 Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your license to use our services ends. Sections that by their nature should survive (including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification) will survive termination.

18. Modifications to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on our website. Material changes will be noted with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our products and services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

19. Governing Law and Disputes

19.1 Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

19.2 Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Kentucky, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

19.3 Informal Resolution: Before filing any legal claim, you agree to attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at seer@i4seer.com.

20. General Provisions

20.1 Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and i4Seer.

20.2 Severability: If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

20.3 No Waiver: Failure to enforce any right does not waive that right.

20.4 Assignment: You may not assign these Terms. i4Seer may assign these Terms without restriction.

20.5 Force Majeure: i4Seer is not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

21. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

Institute for Seer, LLC (d/b/a i4Seer)
Email: seer@i4seer.com