Terms of Service

Last updated: April 17, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Sidecar ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Description of Service

Sidecar is an AI-powered coaching assistant that helps coaches record, transcribe, and analyze coaching sessions. The Service provides:

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

You must create an account to use the Service. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to keep your account information updated.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach.

3.3 Account Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Service. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this age requirement.

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree to:

4.2 Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

5. Recording Consent and Legal Compliance

IMPORTANT: You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws regarding recording of conversations, including obtaining proper consent from all participants. Recording consent laws vary by jurisdiction. You agree to:

We are not responsible for your failure to obtain proper recording consent or comply with applicable laws.

6. AI-Generated Content and Limitations

The Service uses AI models (including OpenAI's GPT) to generate insights, summaries, and analysis. You acknowledge that:

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you upload or create using the Service ("Your Content"), including recordings, transcripts, and notes. By uploading Your Content, you grant us a limited license to:

7.2 Our Service

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Sidecar and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8. Third-Party Services

The Service relies on third-party providers, including:

Your use of these third-party services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the actions or policies of third-party providers.

9. Subscription and Payment Terms

9.1 Pricing

Certain features of the Service may require a paid subscription. Pricing details are available on our website and may change with reasonable notice.

9.2 Free Trial and Beta Access

We may offer free trials or beta access. These may have limited features and are subject to additional terms. We reserve the right to modify or terminate free offerings at any time.

9.3 Billing and Cancellation

Subscriptions are billed in advance on a recurring basis. You may cancel your subscription at any time, but no refunds will be provided for partial billing periods.

10. Data Privacy and Security

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your data. By using the Service, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

11.1 Service Provided "As Is"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.

11.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SIDECAR 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.

11.3 Professional Services Disclaimer

The Service is a tool to assist coaches and is not intended to provide professional coaching, therapy, medical, legal, or financial advice. You are responsible for your own professional judgment and decisions.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sidecar and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support or using the account deletion feature.

13.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe:

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. We will delete your data in accordance with our data retention policies and Privacy Policy.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through a notice on the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with [Arbitration Rules].

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Sidecar regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us: