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Terms of Use

Governing your access to and use of the VeriPlan platform
Version 1.0 · Effective Date: June 13, 2026 · Davao City, Philippines

Please read these Terms carefully before using VeriPlan. By creating an account or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using VeriPlan (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User") and VeriPlan ("we", "us", or "our"), the operator of the VeriPlan pre-compliance review platform accessible at veriplan.vercel.app.

2. Description of Service

VeriPlan is an AI-powered pre-compliance review tool for building permit plan sets submitted for permit in Davao City, Philippines. The Service provides:

VeriPlan is an advisory tool only. Reports generated by the Service do not constitute an official building code review and do not replace the mandatory review by the Davao City Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) or any other regulatory authority.

3. AI-Generated Content Disclosure

All compliance reports produced by VeriPlan are generated using artificial intelligence (AI). By using the Service, you acknowledge and agree that:

4. Eligibility

The Service is intended for use by adults aged 18 years and above. By using VeriPlan, you represent and warrant that:

VeriPlan is designed for use by architects, engineers, developers, property owners, and other persons involved in the building permit process. Non-professionals — including property owners who have engaged licensed professionals for their projects — are welcome to use the Service.

5. User Accounts

5.1 Registration

To access the Service, you must create an account by providing accurate and complete information, including your name and email address. Architects and engineers are asked to provide their PRC license number to enable firm profile features on paid plans.

5.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. You must notify us immediately at teressasuringa@gmail.com if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.

5.3 Account Types

VeriPlan offers the following account types:

6. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for its intended purpose and in compliance with all applicable Philippine laws and regulations. You must not:

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 User Content

You retain full ownership of all plan sets, drawings, and project information you upload to VeriPlan ("User Content"). By uploading User Content, you grant VeriPlan a limited, non-exclusive license to process your content solely for the purpose of generating your compliance report.

7.2 VeriPlan Property

VeriPlan retains exclusive ownership of all tools, compliance logic, AI system prompts, rule reference materials, report formats, data processing logic, output structures, and all other intellectual property underlying the Service. Nothing in these Terms transfers any ownership of VeriPlan's intellectual property to you.

7.3 Report Ownership

Compliance reports generated for your project are owned by you. You may use your reports for any lawful purpose connected with your building permit application. VeriPlan's branding, disclaimers, and advisory notices must not be removed from any report.

8. Data Handling

8.1 Free Trial and Pay Per Report

For Free Trial and Pay Per Report users, uploaded plan set files are processed to generate your report and are discarded immediately after report generation. We do not retain copies of your plan files beyond the processing session.

8.2 Professional and Developer Tiers

For Professional and Developer / Firm subscribers, uploaded plan sets and generated reports are stored securely to support your submission history dashboard, revision tracking, and firm profile features. Data retention and handling for these tiers are governed by our Privacy Policy.

8.3 Full Details

For complete information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please refer to the VeriPlan Privacy Policy available at veriplan.vercel.app/privacy.

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

9.1 Advisory Nature

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS FOR ADVISORY PURPOSES ONLY. VERIPLAN MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES THAT COMPLIANCE REPORTS ARE COMPLETE, ACCURATE, OR FREE OF ERROR. A "COMPLIANT" FINDING IN ANY VERIPLAN REPORT DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT OCBO OR ANY OTHER AUTHORITY WILL APPROVE YOUR PERMIT APPLICATION.

9.2 Professional Responsibility

The architect, engineer, or other licensed professional of record remains solely responsible for ensuring that all plans comply with applicable laws, codes, and ordinances. VeriPlan reports do not transfer or diminish that professional responsibility.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Philippine law, VeriPlan shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of or reliance on the Service, including but not limited to: permit rejections, project delays, construction defects, regulatory penalties, or professional liability claims.

10. Payments and Refunds

Fees for paid plans are published on veriplan.vercel.app/pricing and are subject to change with notice. All fees are in Philippine Peso (PHP) unless otherwise stated.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion if you violate these Terms or use the Service in a manner that is harmful, fraudulent, or unlawful. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at teressasuringa@gmail.com.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify registered users of material changes by email or through a notice on the platform. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts of Davao City, Philippines.

14. Contact Us

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

VeriPlan

Email: teressasuringa@gmail.com

Website: veriplan.vercel.app

Platform: Davao City, Philippines

These Terms of Use were last updated on the Effective Date stated on the cover page. This document is advisory and does not constitute legal advice. VeriPlan recommends consulting a qualified Philippine attorney before launch.