Terms of Service

Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of MiniMax M2 API services and related documentation available at minimaxm2.io (the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Description of Service

MiniMax M2 is an AI language model service designed for coding and agent workflows. We provide OpenAI/Anthropic-compatible API endpoints that enable developers to integrate our AI capabilities into their applications.

API Usage and Access

API Key

You must obtain a valid API key to access our Service
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your API key
You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your API key
You may not share, sell, or transfer your API key to third parties

Rate Limits and Usage

Your use of the Service is subject to rate limits and usage quotas
We reserve the right to adjust rate limits and usage quotas at any time
Exceeding rate limits may result in temporary throttling or suspension of Service

Service Availability

We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted service
We may perform scheduled maintenance with reasonable advance notice
We are not liable for Service unavailability due to circumstances beyond our control

Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

Use the Service to generate harmful, illegal, or malicious content
Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract our models
Use the Service to compete directly with our offerings
Resell or redistribute access to our API without written permission
Use the Service for training competing AI models
Generate content that promotes violence, hate speech, or discrimination
Use the Service for spam, phishing, or fraudulent activities

User Content and Data

Input Data

You retain all rights to content you submit to our API ("Input Data")
By submitting Input Data, you represent that you have all necessary rights and permissions
You grant us a limited license to process your Input Data to provide the Service

Output Data

You own the output generated by our Service ("Output Data")
Output Data may be subject to the same limitations as Input Data
We do not claim ownership of Output Data

Data Processing

We process your data solely to provide and improve the Service
We do not use your data to train models available to other customers
We may aggregate anonymized usage data for analytical purposes

Intellectual Property

Our Rights

MiniMax M2 model, Service, documentation, and all related intellectual property are owned by us
The "MiniMax M2" name and logo are protected trademarks
These Terms do not grant you any rights to use our trademarks except as expressly permitted

Your Rights

You retain all rights to your Input Data and Output Data
You may use the Service to create applications and services for your users

Account Management

Account Registration

You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
You are responsible for maintaining updated account information
One person or legal entity may not maintain multiple accounts

Account Security

You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials
You must notify us immediately of any security breach
We are not liable for losses resulting from compromised accounts

Billing and Payment

API usage may be billed based on actual usage or subscription plans
All fees are stated exclusive of taxes, which you are responsible for paying
We reserve the right to change our pricing with 30 days' advance notice
Non-payment may result in suspension or termination of Service

Termination

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time
Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately

Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account immediately for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Non-payment of fees
- Extended periods of inactivity
- Fraudulent or illegal activities

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your API key will be deactivated
Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive

Warranties and Disclaimers

Our Warranties

We warrant that we will provide the Service in a professional manner
We warrant that the Service will perform substantially as described in our documentation

Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND
WE DISCLAIM ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR COMPLETELY SECURE

Limitation of Liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SERVICE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM
IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
Content you submit through the Service

API Compatibility and Changes

Our API is designed to be compatible with OpenAI and Anthropic SDKs
We may update our API and Service with new features or changes
We will make reasonable efforts to maintain backward compatibility
Breaking changes will be communicated with adequate notice

Compliance and Export Controls

You represent that you are not located in a country subject to export restrictions
You agree to comply with all applicable export control laws and regulations
You will not export or re-export our Service in violation of applicable laws

Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through arbitration
You waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time
We will notify users of material changes via email or Service notification
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of new Terms
The "Last Updated" date indicates when these Terms were most recently modified