Terms of Service for Code Buddy (codebuddy.chat)

Effective Date: April 30, 2026

Last Updated: April 30, 2026

Welcome to Code Buddy!

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Code Buddy, a service (“Service”) provided by Code Buddy, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company (“we”, “us”, or “our”), you (“you”, “your”, or “User”) agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). Together, we and you are the parties to this Terms of Service agreement.

Authority to Bind Entity: If you are accessing or using the Service on behalf of a company, organization, or other legal entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use or access Code Buddy.

1. Service Description

Code Buddy is designed to provide users with guidance and information on electrical codes and standards. It is intended as a supplementary tool for professional electricians, inspectors, engineers, and others in similar fields to assist in understanding and applying electrical codes and regulations.

The Service may include SMS text messaging features for authentication and account notifications. By providing a mobile phone number, you consent to receive these messages as described in our Privacy Policy. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help.

The Service may also include voice-call features (in-app voice and inbound phone calls placed to the Code Buddy phone line), processed via third-party voice and telephony providers (including Twilio) and recorded under §7.

2. Code Reference Disclaimer

General Code References: Code Buddy provides references to electrical codes, standards, and regulations (including but not limited to the National Electrical Code (NEC), Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), and other jurisdictional codes) for informational and educational purposes only.

Code Buddy is NOT an official source of electrical codes or standards.
Users must verify all code references against official, current editions published by the relevant authorities.
Code Buddy does not replace official code books or regulatory authority guidance.
Interpretations and summaries provided are for reference only.
Users are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable codes and regulations in their jurisdiction.

Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) Notice: Code Buddy references the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and related CSA standards for informational purposes only. CEC and CSA standards are published by the Canadian Standards Association. Code Buddy is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by CSA. All references are for educational and professional reference purposes. Users must obtain and consult official CEC publications for authoritative guidance. Code Buddy does not reproduce, republish, or substitute for official CSA/CEC materials.

3. Not a Replacement for Professional Services

Code Buddy is not a replacement for professional inspection, code review, engineering consultation, or consulting authoritative sources such as the National Electrical Code (NEC), Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), or any other official code publication. The service is intended to provide general information and should not be solely relied upon for any decision making.

4. Professional Responsibility

Electrical contractors, inspectors, engineers, and other users remain solely responsible for:

Verifying code compliance for all work performed.
Consulting official code publications and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).
Maintaining appropriate licenses and certifications.
Exercising professional judgment in all code applications.
Performing thorough analysis and review of specific electrical code requirements.

Code Buddy should be used as a preliminary resource and not as a definitive solution. Code Buddy assumes no liability for code interpretation, application, or compliance outcomes. Users assume all risk and responsibility for work performed.

5. Accuracy of Responses

While we strive for accuracy, responses from Code Buddy may be incorrect, incomplete, impartial, or potentially misleading. Code Buddy utilizes artificial intelligence and automated systems which may produce errors or inaccuracies. Users acknowledge that reliance on any information provided by Code Buddy is solely at their own risk. Always verify information against official sources and exercise professional judgment.

6. Local Codes and Regulations

It is essential for Users to review and adhere to their local, state/provincial, and federal electrical codes and regulations. Code Buddy’s responses may not take into account local variations, amendments, and specificities. Users acknowledge that their Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) has final say on code interpretation and compliance in their area.

7. Recording and Review

Responses and chat history with Code Buddy may be recorded and reviewed for quality assurance, product improvement, training of AI systems, and other business purposes. By using the service, you consent to this recording and review.

8. User Content and AI System Enhancement

License to User Content: By submitting, posting, or displaying any data, information, images, video, audio, or other materials (collectively, “User Content”) on or through the Service, particularly when using features designed for such content (e.g., Vision features, file uploads), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform the User Content in connection with the Service and our (and our successors’ and affiliates’) business, including without limitation for promoting and redistributing part or all of the Service (and derivative works thereof) in any media formats and through any media channels.

AI System Enhancement: You acknowledge and agree that we may use your User Content, including any Multimedia Content (as defined in our Privacy Policy), to train, provide feedback to, and improve our artificial intelligence (AI) systems, algorithms, and related integrations. This use is essential for the enhancement of our Service and the development of new features. This may include, but is not limited to, using such content for machine learning, model refinement, and quality assurance. While we may endeavor to anonymize or de-identify User Content for these purposes where feasible, you acknowledge that this may not always be possible.

Representations and Warranties: You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary licenses, rights, consents, and permissions to publish User Content you submit; and you license to us all patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright or other proprietary rights in and to such User Content for publication on the Service pursuant to these Terms. You further agree that User Content you submit to the Service will not contain third party copyrighted material, or material that is subject to other third party proprietary rights, unless you have permission from the rightful owner of the material or you are otherwise legally entitled to post the material and to grant us all of the license rights granted herein.

Data Privacy: Our collection and use of personal information in connection with User Content is as provided in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

User Materials and Code Use Representation: If you request that the Service ingest or otherwise incorporate any materials (including software code, libraries, snippets, datasets, documentation, or other content), or if you access, copy, or use any code or software made available via the Service, you represent and warrant that you have, and will maintain throughout your use, all rights, licenses, consents, and permissions necessary to use such materials and code as intended by you, and that your selection, implementation, deployment, and results from such use are solely your responsibility. Any such materials you provide or cause to be provided to the Service constitute User Content under Section 8. Responsibility for use of such materials and code rests with you and not with Code Buddy.

Mutual Trademark and Brand Features License

Definitions: For purposes of these Terms, “Marks” means a party’s names, trademarks, service marks, logos, trade names, and other brand features, whether registered or unregistered. “Brand Guidelines” means the then-current written guidelines a party provides for use of its Marks.

License Grant: The parties each grant to the other a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to use and display its Marks solely to (a) identify the party as a customer, vendor, or partner of the other, (b) create, display, and distribute factual marketing and promotional materials, websites, presentations, customer or supplier lists, and case studies relating to the relationship and the Service, and (c) participate in mutually agreed co-marketing activities. Except for factual inclusion of a party’s unmodified logo and name on websites, presentations, and customer/supplier lists in accordance with the Brand Guidelines, any press release, public quote, testimonial, case study, event signage, paid advertising, or other public announcement referencing a party or its Marks requires that party’s prior written approval (email sufficient). Either party may withdraw or limit the other’s right to use its Marks at any time upon written notice.

9. Feedback

If you provide ideas, suggestions, proposals, feature requests, bug reports, or other input regarding the Service (“Feedback”), you acknowledge it is provided voluntarily and without any obligation of confidentiality or compensation.

You grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, fully paid-up, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, create derivative works from, distribute, publicly perform and display, and otherwise exploit the Feedback for any purpose, including improving the Service and developing new products and services.

We own all right, title, and interest in any improvements, enhancements, or derivative works of the Service or our technology that result from or incorporate Feedback. For clarity, Feedback is distinct from “User Content” and is not Confidential Information.

10. Confidentiality

Definition: “Code Buddy Confidential Information” (“Confidential Information”) means non-public information disclosed by us (or our affiliates) that a reasonable person would understand to be confidential, including the Service, software (including source code and object code), models, prompts, system designs, roadmaps, product plans, security information, pricing, and business or technical information, and any non-public information about the Service’s performance.

Exclusions: Confidential Information does not include information that you can demonstrate: (a) is or becomes public through no fault of you; (b) was lawfully known to you without confidentiality obligation before disclosure; (c) is independently developed by you without use of the Confidential Information; or (d) is rightfully obtained from a third party without restriction.

Obligations: You will (i) use Confidential Information only to access and use the Service as permitted under these Terms; (ii) not disclose it to any third party except to your employees and contractors who have a need to know for that purpose and are bound by confidentiality obligations at least as protective as those set out here; and (iii) protect it using at least reasonable care.

Compelled Disclosure: If you are legally required to disclose Confidential Information, you will, to the extent legally permitted, provide us prompt notice and reasonably cooperate with our efforts to seek protective treatment. You will disclose only the portion required by law.

Injunctive Relief; Survival: Unauthorized use or disclosure of Confidential Information may cause irreparable harm for which monetary damages are inadequate. We may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in addition to any other remedies. Your obligations in this section survive termination of these Terms for five (5) years, and for trade secrets, for so long as they remain trade secrets. For clarity, nothing in this section limits our rights in User Content under §8 or our processing of personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.

11. Subscription and Payment Terms

Subscription Plans: Code Buddy offers various subscription plans (individual and enterprise) with different features and pricing. By subscribing, you agree to pay the applicable fees for your selected plan.

Billing: Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis (monthly or annually, depending on your plan). You authorize us to charge your payment method on file for all applicable fees.

Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellation will be effective at the end of your current billing period. No refunds will be provided for partial subscription periods.

Price Changes: We reserve the right to modify subscription pricing with at least 30 days notice. Continued use of the service after price changes constitutes acceptance of the new pricing.

12. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use Code Buddy to:

Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
Infringe upon intellectual property rights of others.
Transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful materials.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems.
Abuse, harass, or harm other users.
Use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
Resell or redistribute the service without authorization.
Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to discover the source code or underlying ideas or algorithms of Code Buddy, except to the extent such restriction is prohibited by applicable law.
Benchmark, evaluate, test, or analyze Code Buddy for competitive purposes, or publish or disclose any performance or benchmark results, without our prior written consent.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we, Code Buddy LLC, including its directors, employees, agents, and affiliates, will not be liable for any damages, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, and consequential damages, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or reliance on any information or services provided by Code Buddy. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Code Buddy and its affiliates, officers, directors, agents, and employees, from any claim, demand, loss, damage, cost, or liability (including reasonable attorneys’ fees), made by any third party due to or arising out of your use of Code Buddy, your User Content, your violation of these Terms, your violation of any rights of another, or any code compliance failures or professional negligence related to your use of information obtained through the service.

15. Warranty Disclaimer

Code Buddy is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance. We do not warrant that the service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected. You use the service at your own risk.

16. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Code Buddy at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, for any reason including but not limited to violation of these Terms, suspected fraudulent activity, or abusive behavior. Upon termination, your right to use the service will immediately cease. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

17. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of any material changes by posting the new Terms on the Code Buddy website and updating the “Effective Date” below. Your continued use of the service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

18. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitration shall take place in Phoenix, Arizona. You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action.

19. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect, and the invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published by us on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Code Buddy concerning the Service and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether electronic, oral, or written.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at hello@codebuddy.chat.

By using Code Buddy, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.