Terms of Service

Article 1 (Purpose)

These Terms set out the rights, obligations, and responsibilities between the Company and users, and other necessary matters, in connection with the use of the Linkmusic API service (the "Service") provided by the Company.

Article 2 (Definitions)

The terms used in these Terms are defined as follows.

• "Service" means the AI-based music search API and management dashboard provided by the Company.
• "User" means an individual or entity that agrees to these Terms and uses the Service.
• "API Key" means the secret credential used to authenticate Service calls.

Article 3 (Effect and Amendment of Terms)

These Terms take effect by being posted on the Service screen.

The Company may amend these Terms within the scope that does not violate applicable laws, and will announce any amendment at least 7 days before its effective date (30 days in advance for changes unfavorable to users).

Article 4 (Conclusion of the Service Agreement)

A service agreement is formed when a user agrees to these Terms and applies to register, and the Company grants administrator approval.

The Company may refuse approval or subsequently terminate the agreement where there is a concern of false information, misuse of another's identity, or disruption of Service operation.

Article 5 (Provision and Change of the Service)

The Company provides the Service on a year-round basis in principle, but may temporarily suspend it for reasons such as system maintenance, failure, or force majeure.

The Company may currently provide the Service as a free beta, and may change the contents of the Service and pricing plans as operationally or technically necessary.

Article 6 (API Use Conditions and API Key Management)

Users are responsible for securely managing their issued API Keys, and users are responsible for calls and charges arising from key leakage. The Company may set call frequency (rate limits) and usage caps for stable operation. Users shall not engage in the following acts.

• Causing system load through abnormal or automated bulk calls
• Reverse-engineering or unauthorized copying of the Service
• Unauthorized resale or redistribution of the Service
• Use for the purpose of infringing laws or the rights of third parties

Article 7 (Fees and Payment)

Fees and payments for paid Services are processed through Microsoft Azure Marketplace, and Microsoft's terms also apply to such payments.

Refunds and subscription changes follow applicable laws and Azure Marketplace policies.

Article 8 (Intellectual Property and Use of Search Results)

Intellectual property rights in the Service and its components belong to the Company or the rightful owners.

The scope of use of audio provided as search results is governed by a separate license or agreement, and users may not copy, distribute, or use audio beyond the permitted scope.

Article 9 (Obligations of Users)

Users shall comply with applicable laws, the provisions of these Terms, usage guidelines, and notices given by the Company, and shall not engage in acts that interfere with the Company's operations.

Article 10 (Restriction and Termination of Use)

If a user violates these Terms or interferes with the normal operation of the Service, the Company may restrict use or terminate the agreement after prior notice (or subsequent notice in urgent cases).

Users may at any time request withdrawal (termination) through the procedures within the Service.

Article 11 (Disclaimer of Warranties and Exemption)

The Company provides the Service "as-is" and does not warrant fitness for a particular purpose, uninterrupted operation, or error-free operation.

The Company is not liable for damages caused by force majeure, failures of third-party services (Microsoft, cloud providers, etc.), or causes attributable to the user.

Article 12 (Limitation of Liability)

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Company's liability for damages is limited to the total fees paid by the relevant user to the Company during the immediately preceding three months, and the Company is not liable for indirect, special, or consequential damages. For Services provided free of charge, the Company bears no liability to the extent permitted by law.

Article 13 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)

These Terms are interpreted under the laws of the Republic of Korea, and any dispute relating to the use of the Service shall be subject to the court of jurisdiction under the Civil Procedure Act or the Seoul Central District Court as the court of first instance with exclusive jurisdiction.

Article 14 (Miscellaneous)

Matters not provided for in these Terms follow applicable laws and commercial practice.

Addendum: These Terms take effect on June 30, 2026.