Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before using ChatHarbor ("the App"), developed by David Edgar ("Developer," "we," "us," or "our"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using ChatHarbor, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not download, install, or use the App.
2. Description of Service
ChatHarbor is a native macOS application that provides a unified interface for chatting with AI language models from multiple providers, including Apple Intelligence (on-device), Ollama (local), OpenAI (cloud API), and Anthropic (cloud API). The App sends your messages directly to the provider you select, displays the response, and stores conversations locally on your Mac. ChatHarbor does not operate, host, or modify any AI model.
3. License
ChatHarbor is released under the MIT License. Subject to the terms of that license, you are free to use, modify, and distribute the App. The source code is available on GitHub.
4. Third-Party AI Providers
When you use cloud-based AI models through ChatHarbor, your messages are sent to the respective provider's API. Your use of those services is subject to their terms of service and privacy policies. You acknowledge that:
- We have no affiliation with or endorsement from OpenAI, Anthropic, Apple, or the Ollama project.
- Third-party providers may change, restrict, or discontinue their APIs at any time, which may affect the App's functionality.
- You are solely responsible for your API keys, accounts, and usage with any third-party provider.
- You are responsible for any costs incurred through your use of paid API services.
5. API Keys & Security
ChatHarbor stores your API keys locally on your device. You are responsible for keeping your API keys secure. Do not share your API keys or your ChatHarbor data directory with untrusted parties. If you believe your API key has been compromised, revoke it immediately through the respective provider's dashboard.
6. Trademarks
All third-party product names, logos, and brands (including Apple Intelligence, OpenAI, GPT, Claude, Anthropic, and Ollama) are the property of their respective owners. ChatHarbor is not endorsed by, affiliated with, or sponsored by any of these entities. Any use of third-party names is for identification purposes only.
7. User Conduct
You agree not to use the App to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
- Violate the terms of service or acceptable use policies of any AI provider.
- Generate content that is harmful, abusive, or illegal.
- Attempt to circumvent safety measures implemented by AI providers.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE APP WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF HARMFUL COMPONENTS. AI-GENERATED RESPONSES MAY BE INACCURATE, INCOMPLETE, OR MISLEADING.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DEVELOPER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE APP OR ANY AI-GENERATED CONTENT.
10. Modifications to the App
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the App (or any features) at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the App.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms from time to time. The most current version will always be available on this page. By continuing to use the App after revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
13. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: