Terms of Service

The Responsible AI Institute (“RAI Institute,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at responsible.ai and its associated subdomains (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any modification constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Site by, any third party. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:

Using the Site in any way that violates applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation.
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the Site.
Using automated means, including robots, crawlers, or data mining tools, to access, scrape, or download data from the Site without our prior written consent.
Interfering with or disrupting the Site or servers or networks connected to the Site.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, data compilations, software, and other material (collectively, “Content”), is the property of the RAI Institute or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any Content without our prior written permission, except as expressly permitted by these Terms.

4. Membership and Accounts

Certain features of the Site may require registration or membership. When creating an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

Membership terms, benefits, and fees are as described on our Membership page. We reserve the right to modify membership terms, benefits, or fees upon reasonable notice.

5. RAISE Pathways and Certification

Participation in the RAISE Pathways certification program is subject to the specific terms and conditions provided upon enrollment. Certification credentials and verification badges are granted at the sole discretion of the RAI Institute and may be revoked if an organization no longer meets the applicable standards. Use of RAI Institute certification marks, badges, and logos is subject to our brand usage guidelines.

6. Resources and Downloads

The RAI Institute provides various resources, tools, guides, and other materials through the Site. These resources are provided for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute legal, regulatory, or professional advice. You should consult with qualified professionals regarding your specific circumstances before relying on any information provided through the Site.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by the RAI Institute. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any third-party websites or services.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The RAI Institute disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the RAI Institute and its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of, or inability to use, the Site or any Content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the RAI Institute and its directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or relating to your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Travis County, Texas.

12. Contact Us

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

Responsible AI Institute
Austin, Texas, United States
Email: info@responsible.ai