Terms of Service
These Terms of Service govern your use of PPC Spy Bot and constitute a legally binding agreement between you and our service.
Google API Services Terms
By using PPC Spy Bot, you acknowledge that our service's use of Google API Services is subject to Google's Terms of Service. Our application complies with all Google API requirements and policies.
What This Means For You:
- ✓Your Google account data is used only to create and manage Google Sheets for PPC data storage
- ✓We comply with Google's Limited Use requirements - no data selling or unauthorized sharing
- ✓You can revoke Google access at any time through your Google Account settings
- ✓Your data remains in your own Google Drive - you maintain full control
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using PPC Spy Bot, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use our service.
These terms apply to all users, including visitors, registered users, and paying customers.
Service Description
PPC Spy Bot is a competitive intelligence platform that:
- Monitors Google Ads for specified keywords and locations
- Collects publicly available advertising data and competitor information
- Creates and manages Google Sheets in your Google Drive for data storage
- Provides automated data collection through Google Apps Script deployment
- Offers analytics and insights into competitor advertising strategies
Important: Our service collects only publicly available advertising information. We do not access private or confidential competitor data.
Account Registration and Security
Account Requirements
- You must provide accurate and complete information during registration
- You must be at least 18 years old to use our service
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
Account Restrictions
- One account per person or organization
- Accounts may not be shared, sold, or transferred
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for terms violations
Subscription Plans and Pricing
Free Plan
- • 1 project limit
- • Manual Google Sheet setup
- • Basic data collection
- • Community support
Pro Plan - $12.60/month
- • Unlimited projects
- • Automatic Google Sheet deployment
- • Advanced analytics and insights
- • Priority email support
- • Multi-location tracking
Payment Terms
- All payments are processed securely through Stripe
- Monthly subscriptions are billed in advance
- Prices are in USD and may be subject to applicable taxes
- Failed payments may result in service suspension
- You may cancel your subscription at any time
Refunds and Cancellations
Refund Policy: We offer a 7-day money-back guarantee for new Pro subscribers.
- Refund requests must be submitted within 7 days of initial purchase
- Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 5-10 business days
- Cancelled subscriptions remain active until the end of the billing period
- No partial refunds for unused subscription time
- Free plan users may delete their accounts at any time
Acceptable Use Policy
You agree to use our service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms:
✓ Permitted Uses
- • Competitive research and analysis
- • Market intelligence gathering
- • Advertising strategy development
- • Business intelligence purposes
✗ Prohibited Uses
- • Attempting to reverse engineer our service
- • Circumventing usage limits or restrictions
- • Sharing account credentials with others
- • Using data for spam or malicious purposes
- • Violating any applicable laws or regulations
Data Ownership and Usage Rights
Your Data: You retain full ownership of all data collected in your Google Sheets. PPC Spy Bot serves only as a tool to collect and organize publicly available information.
- Collected data is stored in your own Google Drive account
- You may export, modify, or delete your data at any time
- We do not claim ownership of the advertising data collected
- You are responsible for compliance with data usage laws in your jurisdiction
Service Availability and Performance
- We strive to maintain 99.5% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service
- Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance when possible
- Data collection frequency may be limited to respect third-party service limits
- We reserve the right to modify service features with reasonable notice
Third-Party Dependencies: Our service relies on Google Sheets, Google Apps Script, and search engine availability. Service disruptions by these providers may affect our service.
Intellectual Property Rights
- PPC Spy Bot and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by us
- Our service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws
- You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
- All publicly collected advertising data belongs to the respective advertisers
- You retain rights to any original analysis or insights you create using our tools
Limitation of Liability and Disclaimers
IMPORTANT: Please read this section carefully as it limits our liability to you.
Service Disclaimers
- The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
- We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of collected data
- We are not responsible for decisions made based on the data provided
- Third-party integrations (Google, Stripe, etc.) are subject to their own terms
Liability Limitations
- Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid in the last 12 months
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- We are not responsible for data loss, business interruption, or lost profits
- Some jurisdictions do not allow liability limitations, so these may not apply to you
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PPC Spy Bot and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the service, violation of these terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.
Termination
Termination by You
- You may cancel your account at any time through your account settings
- Upon cancellation, you will retain access until the end of your billing period
- Your Google Sheets and data will remain in your Google Drive
Termination by Us
- We may suspend or terminate accounts for violation of these terms
- We may discontinue the service with 30 days' notice
- We will provide reasonable opportunity to export your data before termination
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by:
- Posting the updated terms on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notification for significant changes
Your continued use of the service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution Process
- Contact us directly to attempt resolution
- If unresolved, disputes will be handled through binding arbitration
- Arbitration will be conducted under rules of [Arbitration Organization]
- Legal proceedings must be filed within one year of the dispute arising
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: kudakwashe.chinhara@gmail.com
Subject Line: Terms of Service Inquiry
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM UTC
Last updated: September 30, 2025
By using PPC Spy Bot, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.