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Last updated: January 27, 2026

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using StarWhisper. By downloading, installing, or using StarWhisper, you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using StarWhisper ("the Software" or "the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Software.

These Terms constitute a legal agreement between you and StarWhisper ("we," "us," or "our"). Our Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

2. Description of Service

StarWhisper is a voice transcription software application that converts spoken audio into text. The Software offers:

  • Local transcription: On-device processing using AI models
  • Cloud transcription (optional): Processing via OpenAI's Whisper API
  • Wake word detection: Voice-activated recording
  • Additional features: History, keyboard shortcuts, customization

3. License Grant

3.1 Free Tier

StarWhisper grants you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the free version of the Software for personal and limited commercial purposes, subject to:

  • Weekly transcription limits as displayed in the application
  • Access to included AI models only
  • Features designated as "Free" in the application

3.2 Pro Tier

Upon payment of the applicable subscription or one-time fee, you receive an extended license that includes:

  • Unlimited transcription (subject to fair use)
  • Access to larger AI models and cloud transcription
  • Priority support
  • All features designated as "Pro" in the application

3.3 Commercial Use

Both Free and Pro tiers permit commercial use of transcriptions you create. You retain full ownership of your transcription output.

4. Your Content and Data

4.1 Ownership

You retain all rights to:

  • Your voice recordings
  • Transcription output generated by the Software
  • Any content you create using the Software

4.2 No Collection of Content

We do not collect, store, or claim any rights to your transcription content. When using local mode, your audio never leaves your device. When using cloud mode, your audio is processed by OpenAI and immediately deleted after transcription.

4.3 Account Data

If you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your credentials and for all activities under your account.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 OpenAI Whisper API

If you enable cloud transcription, your audio is processed by OpenAI. Your use of this feature is also subject to OpenAI's Terms of Use. OpenAI does not use API data for training purposes.

5.2 Firebase (Google)

Account authentication is provided by Firebase. Your use is subject to Firebase Terms of Service.

5.3 Stripe

Payment processing is handled by Stripe. Your payment information is subject to Stripe's Terms.

6. Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software
  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works of the Software
  • Use the Software for any illegal purpose
  • Redistribute, sublicense, or resell the Software
  • Circumvent any license restrictions or usage limits
  • Use the Software to transcribe content you don't have rights to
  • Use automated means to abuse the Service or exceed fair use
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

7. Software Updates

We may release updates to the Software. Updates are optional and can be downloaded manually from our website. We do not force auto-updates. You may continue using your current version, though we recommend updating for security and feature improvements.

8. Subscription and Payments

8.1 Pricing

Current pricing is displayed on our website and in the application. We may change pricing at any time, but changes will not affect existing paid subscriptions until renewal.

8.2 Refunds

We offer refunds in accordance with applicable consumer protection laws. For subscription plans, you may cancel at any time; access continues until the end of your billing period.

8.3 Lifetime Licenses

Lifetime licenses provide access for the operational lifetime of the current major version of StarWhisper. We make commercially reasonable efforts to maintain the Service but do not guarantee perpetual availability.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.

We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including:

  • Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties that the Software will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • Warranties regarding transcription accuracy

Transcription output should be reviewed for accuracy, especially for critical or professional use.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim
  • We are not liable for any loss of data, business interruption, or damages arising from use or inability to use the Software

11. Privacy

Your use of the Software is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Software, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

12. Termination

12.1 By You

You may stop using the Software at any time by uninstalling it. To delete your account, contact us at support@starwhisper.ai.

12.2 By Us

We may terminate or suspend your access if you violate these Terms. Upon termination:

  • Your license to use the Software ends
  • You must uninstall the Software
  • Your local data remains on your device (we don't remotely delete anything)
  • Cloud features will become inaccessible

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Software after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. For material changes, we will provide notice via email or in-app notification.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Switzerland. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Zurich, Switzerland, unless otherwise required by applicable consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and StarWhisper regarding use of the Software.

17. Contact

For questions about these Terms:

  • Email: legal@starwhisper.ai
  • Support: support@starwhisper.ai

Summary: Use StarWhisper responsibly. Your transcriptions are yours. We don't collect your content. Don't break things or use it illegally. We're not responsible if transcriptions aren't perfect.

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