Last Updated: July 13, 2026
By accessing or using the ChipVerify platform ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Service.
Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of these Terms.
ChipVerify provides an online platform for Verilog/SystemVerilog hardware description language learning, including:
Important: The Service is provided for educational and development purposes. It is not intended for production use or mission-critical applications.
3.1 Account Requirements: To access certain features, you must create an account using Google Sign-In.
3.2 Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
3.3 Account Accuracy: You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process.
3.4 Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use this Service. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent.
You agree NOT to use the Service to:
Warning: Violation of this policy may result in immediate account suspension or termination without prior notice.
5.1 Google OAuth: We use Google Sign-In for authentication. By signing in with Google, you agree to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
5.2 Data Access: We only access your email address and basic profile information. We do not access other Google services or data.
5.3 No Liability: We are not responsible for Google's services or any issues arising from Google authentication.
5.4 Revocation: You can revoke our access to your Google account at any time through your Google Account settings.
6.1 Ownership: You retain all rights to your code, designs, and content ("User Content") uploaded to the Service.
6.2 License Grant: By uploading User Content, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive license to store, process, and display your content solely for providing the Service.
6.3 Responsibility: You are solely responsible for your User Content and must ensure you have all necessary rights and permissions.
6.4 Backup: You are responsible for maintaining backups of your User Content. We are not liable for any data loss.
6.5 Privacy: We do not claim ownership of your designs or code. However, shared projects may be accessible to other users via share links.
Note: See our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your data.
7.1 Platform Ownership: The Service, including all software, design, text, graphics, and other content (excluding User Content), belongs to ChipVerify.
7.2 Open Source Tools: The Service integrates the following open-source tools. Each tool's source code and license terms are available at the linked repositories:
ChipVerify does not modify or distribute these tools beyond their intended invocation via subprocess. No copyleft obligation attaches to your own User Content as a result of using these tools.
7.3 AI-Generated Assistance: The AI Tutor feature is powered by Anthropic's Claude API. Responses are AI-generated and may be inaccurate. You are solely responsible for verifying any code, design suggestions, or technical guidance produced by the AI Tutor before use. ChipVerify makes no warranty as to the accuracy, fitness, or originality of AI-generated content.
7.4 Simulation Is Not Hardware: Simulation and synthesis results are software models only. They do not guarantee that any design will function correctly when implemented in physical hardware. You must independently verify designs before any physical implementation.
7.5 Copyright Infringement Reports: If you believe content on the Service infringes your copyright, please submit a notice as described in Section 8 below.
ChipVerify respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 512). We will respond to valid takedown notices and remove infringing content promptly.
8.1 Filing a Takedown Notice: To report copyright infringement, send a written notice to [email protected] containing:
8.2 Counter-Notice: If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notice to the same address with your contact information, identification of the removed material, and a statement under penalty of perjury that the material was removed by mistake.
8.3 Repeat Infringers: We will terminate accounts of users who repeatedly infringe copyright.
Note: Misrepresenting that material is infringing in a DMCA notice may expose you to liability under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f).
9.1 Free and Pro Plans: The Service offers a Free plan and a Pro subscription. Plan limits (project quotas, simulation quotas, etc.) are described on the pricing page and subject to change with notice.
9.2 Payment Processing: All payments are processed by Stripe, Inc. ChipVerify does not store credit card numbers or other payment instrument data on its servers. By making a purchase you agree to Stripe's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
9.3 Subscription Billing: Pro subscriptions are billed monthly on a recurring basis. Your subscription renews automatically at the end of each billing period unless you cancel before the renewal date.
9.4 Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You retain Pro access until that date.
9.5 Refunds: Subscription fees are non-refundable except where required by applicable law. If you believe you were charged in error, contact us at [email protected] within 30 days of the charge.
9.6 Price Changes: We reserve the right to change subscription pricing with at least 30 days' notice. Continued use after the price change date constitutes acceptance of the new price.
10.1 Resource Limits: We may impose limits on:
10.2 Service Availability: We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance.
10.3 Tool Limitations: Simulation and synthesis results depend on third-party tools. We make no guarantees about tool accuracy or completeness.
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE:
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, CHIPVERIFY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IF ANY) OR $100 USD, WHICHEVER IS LESS.
NO WARRANTIES:
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
YOU ASSUME ALL RISK ASSOCIATED WITH USING THE SERVICE, INCLUDING RELIANCE ON ANY SIMULATION OR SYNTHESIS RESULTS.
Critical Warning: DO NOT use this Service for safety-critical, medical, automotive, aerospace, or other applications where failure could result in injury or death. The Service is for educational and development purposes only.
13.1 By You: You may stop using the Service at any time. To request deletion of your account and data, contact [email protected].
13.2 By Us: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, including for violation of these Terms or non-payment of subscription fees.
13.3 Effect of Termination: Upon termination:
13.4 Survival: Sections regarding intellectual property, DMCA, billing obligations, liability, warranties, indemnification, and governing law survive termination.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Service.
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Service.
We will indicate the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms.
You agree to hold ChipVerify harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
These Terms are governed by applicable law. Any disputes should first be raised by contacting us at [email protected].
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ChipVerify regarding the Service.
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.chipverify.com
By using ChipVerify, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
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