Effective date: March 26, 2026
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Better Draft ("the Service"), operated by Archie, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our"). By creating an account or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.
1.1 Better Draft is an AI-powered screenwriting platform that assists users in developing screenplays and other creative written works.
1.2 The Service includes AI-assisted writing features, a curated craft reference library containing original screenplay analyses, production budgeting tools, Table Read audio generation, and tools for uploading and managing creative works.
1.3 AI features are powered by third-party language model providers. We select and configure these providers to optimize quality for screenwriting. The specific providers and models used may change without notice as we improve the Service.
1.4 We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time. Where changes materially affect your use, we will provide reasonable notice.
2.1 You must be at least 18 years old to use Better Draft.
2.2 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
2.3 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, engage in abusive usage, or remain inactive for more than 12 consecutive months.
2.4 You may not create multiple accounts to circumvent usage limits or other restrictions.
3.1 Ownership. You retain full and exclusive ownership of all content you upload to Better Draft ("Your Content"), including but not limited to screenplays, treatments, outlines, notes, character descriptions, and writing samples.
3.2 Generated Content. You retain full and exclusive ownership of all content generated through the Service with AI assistance ("Generated Content"). We claim no rights, title, ownership, or interest in Generated Content.
3.3 No Training. We do not use Your Content or Generated Content to train, fine-tune, improve, or develop any AI models, machine learning systems, or derivative products. Our third-party AI language model provider processes content via API to generate real-time responses only; pursuant to our data processing agreements with our AI providers, API inputs and outputs are not used for model training. This no-training commitment extends to all current and future AI providers we may use.
3.4 Limited License. By uploading content, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to process Your Content solely for the purpose of providing and improving the Service to you. This license terminates when you delete your content or your account.
3.5 No Access. Our employees and contractors do not have routine access to Your Content or Generated Content. Access to user content occurs only in the following circumstances: (a) you explicitly share content with us for support or debugging purposes; (b) we are required to comply with a valid legal process; (c) we have reasonable belief that access is necessary to prevent imminent harm or fraud.
3.6 Your Representations. You represent and warrant that you own or have obtained all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions for all content you upload. You will not upload content that infringes on any third-party intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or other legal rights.
3.7 Your Responsibility. You are solely responsible for all uses of Generated Content, including verifying its originality, obtaining any necessary clearances, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws. AI-generated content may inadvertently resemble existing works. We make no representations regarding the copyright status or originality of Generated Content.
3.8 Data Portability. You may export Your Content and Generated Content at any time through the export features provided in the Service. We will not restrict your ability to retrieve your own work.
4.1 The Better Draft platform, including but not limited to its design, source code, user interface, branding, logos, documentation, system prompts, AI configurations, and craft library analyses, is the exclusive property of Archie, Inc. and is protected by copyright, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
4.2 Craft Library. The Craft Library contains original structural analyses and craft breakdowns created by Archie, Inc. The library does not contain or distribute copyrighted screenplay texts. All references to existing films, characters, and narrative structures constitute original critical and educational commentary made for purposes of criticism, education, and commentary under fair use principles (17 U.S.C. § 107). These analyses are provided for educational and creative reference within the Service and may not be downloaded, reproduced, redistributed, or used to create competing products or services.
4.3 You may not reverse-engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code, system prompts, AI configurations, or underlying algorithms of the Service.
5.1 Plans. Better Draft offers paid subscription plans with varying credit allotments and feature access as described on our pricing page. Feature availability and credit allotments may vary by plan.
5.2 Launch Pricing. Subscribers who sign up before June 1, 2026 receive launch pricing locked for 12 months from their initial subscription date. After the 12-month lock period, subscriptions transition to standard pricing with at least 30 days advance notice.
5.3 Billing. Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually in advance through our payment processor. By subscribing, you authorize recurring charges to your payment method.
5.4 Credits and Top-Ups. Each subscription includes a monthly credit allotment. Unused monthly credits do not roll over to subsequent billing periods. Additional credits and table read packs may be purchased as one-time top-ups. Purchased top-up credits do not expire as long as your account remains active. Upon account termination, unused purchased credits are forfeited.
5.5 Refund Policy. Full refund available within 7 days of initial purchase. After 7 days, no refunds for the current billing period. Annual subscriptions may receive a pro-rated refund within 30 days of annual payment. Contact hello@betterdraft.io for refund requests.
5.6 Cancellation. You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Access continues through the end of your current billing period. No partial-period refunds are provided upon cancellation.
5.7 Price Changes. We reserve the right to modify pricing for future billing periods with at least 30 days advance notice. Price changes do not affect the current billing period or active launch pricing lock periods.
6.1 When you reach your monthly credit limit, AI-powered features are paused until the next billing cycle or until additional credits are purchased.
6.2 We reserve the right to impose additional usage limits on accounts exhibiting automated, abusive, fraudulent, or commercially exploitative usage patterns.
6.3 Credits are intended for individual, personal or professional screenwriting use. Reselling credits, sharing account access for the purpose of pooling credits, or using credits for non-screenwriting commercial content generation is prohibited.
7.1 The Table Read feature generates audio performances of your screenplay using AI voice synthesis technology.
7.2 Table Read usage is limited by your subscription tier. Additional table reads may be purchased as top-up packs.
7.3 Generated audio is for personal and professional use in connection with your screenwriting work. You may share table read audio with collaborators, representatives, and potential production partners. You may not use generated audio for commercial distribution (e.g., audiobooks, podcasts, or commercial releases) without obtaining appropriate licenses from the underlying voice providers.
7.4 AI-generated voices may be modified, discontinued, or replaced at any time as the underlying technology evolves.
7.5 Table Read audio is generated using third-party voice synthesis services. The specific voices and voice providers used may change without notice.
You agree not to:
(a) Generate content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or that promotes violence or discrimination;
(b) Upload or generate content that infringes third-party intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights;
(c) Attempt to reverse-engineer, extract, or replicate the AI models, system prompts, craft library content, or any proprietary components of the Service;
(d) Use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or scripts to access the Service or extract data from it;
(e) Resell, sublicense, or provide access to the Service to third parties without our written permission;
(f) Interfere with, disrupt, or place an unreasonable burden on the Service infrastructure;
(g) Create multiple accounts to circumvent usage limits, bans, or other restrictions;
(h) Use the Service in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the Service.
9.1 AI-generated output is probabilistic in nature and may contain errors, inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or creative choices that require your review and judgment. You should not rely on AI output without independent review.
9.2 Generated Content may inadvertently resemble existing copyrighted works. You are solely responsible for reviewing Generated Content for originality and potential infringement before use in any professional or commercial context.
9.3 We do not guarantee that AI features will be available without interruption. AI capabilities depend on third-party providers whose availability, performance, and pricing are outside our control.
9.4 The production budget feature provides rough estimates for informational and educational purposes only. Budget estimates are generated by AI analysis and should not be relied upon for production financing, investment, or contractual decisions. Actual production costs vary significantly based on location, union agreements, crew rates, market conditions, and other factors. Consult a qualified line producer, unit production manager, or production accountant for accurate budgeting.
10.1 Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms.
10.2 We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, and regular security reviews.
10.3 Upon account deletion, all personal data and creative content associated with your account is permanently deleted within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
11.1 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ARCHIE, INC. AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES WERE FORESEEABLE.
11.2 OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNTS YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).
11.3 THESE LIMITATIONS APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, INCLUDING CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Archie, Inc. and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) your use of the Service; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) Your Content or your use of Generated Content; (d) your violation of any third-party rights; or (e) any claim that Your Content infringes or misappropriates any intellectual property or other right of any third party.
13.1 Informal Resolution. Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to contact us at hello@betterdraft.io and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.
13.2 Binding Arbitration. Any dispute not resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules, conducted in English, in the State of New York. The arbitrator's decision is final and binding.
13.3 Class Action Waiver. You agree that disputes will be resolved on an individual basis. You waive any right to participate in a class action, class arbitration, or representative proceeding.
13.4 Small Claims Exception. Either party may bring qualifying claims in small claims court.
14.1 We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated with at least 30 days advance notice via email or through the Service.
14.2 Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
14.3 If you do not agree to modified Terms, your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Service and cancel your subscription.
15.1 Governing Law. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of laws provisions.
15.2 Entire Agreement. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Archie, Inc. regarding the Service.
15.3 Severability. If any provision is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
15.4 Waiver. Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.
15.5 Assignment. You may not assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights without restriction.
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