Terms of Use

Last updated: 25 March, 2026

Welcome to LayerTao. By accessing or using our platform, APIs, or services (“Services”), you agree to these Terms of Use.

1. Overview

LayerTao provides a middleware layer that enables developers to interact with decentralized AI networks, including but not limited to Bittensor subnets, through a unified interface.

These Terms govern your use of:

  • LayerTao APIs
  • Developer dashboard
  • Website and related services

If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.

2. Use of Services

You agree to use LayerTao only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You must not:

  • abuse, overload, or disrupt the Services
  • attempt to reverse engineer or exploit the platform
  • use the Services for illegal, harmful, or abusive activities
  • bypass rate limits or security mechanisms

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

3. API Access

Access to LayerTao APIs requires a valid API key.

You are responsible for:

  • keeping your API keys secure
  • all activity associated with your account

We may:

  • enforce rate limits
  • modify or deprecate endpoints
  • restrict access based on usage patterns

4. Third-Party Networks

LayerTao routes requests to third-party decentralized networks.

We do not:

  • own or control these networks
  • guarantee their availability or performance

You acknowledge that:

  • responses are generated by independent nodes
  • output quality may vary

5. No Guarantees

The Services are provided “as is” and “as available.”

We do not guarantee:

  • uptime or availability
  • response accuracy
  • performance consistency

LayerTao is an evolving platform and may change at any time.

6. Payments

If applicable:

  • fees may be charged for API usage
  • pricing may change over time

All payments are non-refundable unless stated otherwise.

7. Intellectual Property

LayerTao retains all rights to:

  • the platform
  • APIs
  • branding and content

You retain rights to your input data.

Outputs generated via the network may be subject to:

  • third-party model behavior
  • unknown ownership conditions

8. Privacy

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, LayerTao shall not be liable for:

  • indirect or consequential damages
  • data loss
  • service interruptions
  • third-party failures

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Contact

For questions, contact: hello@layertao.com