Terms of Service

Last Updated: September 7, 2025

Welcome to Seedream 4.0. By accessing or using our services at seedream-4.io, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Service Description

Seedream 4.0 provides AI-powered image generation and editing services that include:

  • Ultra-fast 2K image generation in approximately 1.8 seconds
  • Advanced multimodal AI image generation and enhancement
  • Precise text-to-image creation with intelligent prompt understanding
  • Multi-reference processing supporting up to 6 reference images
  • Batch generation technology for coordinated image creation
  • Native bilingual support for Chinese and English prompts
  • Professional-grade creative tools and workflows
  • High-fidelity, production-quality image outputs

2. Account and Usage

2.1 Account Creation

  • You must create an account to access our Seedream 4.0 services
  • You must provide accurate and complete information
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account

2.2 Credits System

  • Our Seedream 4.0 service operates on a credit-based system
  • Credits are required for image generation and editing
  • Credits can be purchased through subscription plans or one-time payments
  • Credits are non-refundable unless otherwise specified
  • Unused credits may expire based on your subscription plan

3. Subscription Plans

We offer various Seedream 4.0 subscription plans:

  • Basic, Pro and Max subscription options
  • Monthly and annual subscriptions (with savings)
  • Each plan includes specific features and credit allocations
  • Premium image generation features available across all plans

4. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Use the Seedream 4.0 service for lawful purposes only
  • Not upload illegal or prohibited content
  • Not attempt to circumvent any service limitations
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Not share your account access with unauthorized users
  • Ensure uploaded content complies with our content guidelines

5. Content Rights and Ownership

5.1 Your Content

  • You retain all rights to your original prompts and uploaded media
  • You grant us limited license to process and generate images using Seedream 4.0
  • Generated content remains your property
  • Public content may be featured in our gallery with attribution

5.2 Service Usage

  • You must have the right to use any content you upload
  • You are responsible for ensuring compliance with copyright laws
  • We may terminate service for copyright violations
  • Generated content must comply with our content policies

6. Service Limitations

  • Image generation times may vary based on complexity and system load
  • We reserve the right to limit usage during peak periods
  • Certain features may be restricted based on your subscription level
  • Image quality and resolution may be limited by plan type
  • Generation credits are required for each image creation task

7. Privacy and Data Security

  • We implement industry-standard security measures
  • Your content and data are encrypted during storage and transmission
  • We handle your data according to our Privacy Policy
  • We retain images for the duration specified in your subscription plan

8. Payment Terms

  • All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified
  • Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled
  • Refunds are provided according to our refund policy
  • We reserve the right to modify pricing with notice
  • Credit purchases are final and non-refundable

9. Service Modifications

We may:

  • Modify or discontinue features
  • Update these terms with notice
  • Change subscription plans or pricing
  • Implement new technologies or requirements
  • Adjust credit requirements for services

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our Seedream 4.0 service:

  • For violation of these terms
  • For abusive or fraudulent behavior
  • For non-payment of fees
  • At our discretion with reasonable notice
  • For violation of content guidelines

11. Limitation of Liability

  • Service is provided "as is"
  • We are not liable for indirect damages
  • Our liability is limited to the amount paid for the service
  • We do not guarantee specific image generation results
  • Service availability may vary

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the Seedream 4.0 service constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

By using Seedream 4.0, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.