API Terms of Use

Last updated: April 25, 2025

These API Terms of Use ("API Terms") govern your access to and use of TerminalStreet's application programming interfaces, software development kits, and associated documentation (collectively, the "Developer Tools"). By accessing or using any Developer Tools, you agree to be bound by these API Terms in addition to our Terms of Service.

1. License and Access

Subject to your compliance with these API Terms and the Terms of Service, TerminalStreet grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to access and use the Developer Tools to develop, test, and support your application, and to allow your application to access the Developer Tools.

TerminalStreet may set and enforce limits on your use of the Developer Tools (e.g., limiting the number of API requests that you may make or the number of users you may serve) at our sole discretion.

2. API Keys and Security

TerminalStreet may issue you API credentials (e.g., API keys) for accessing the Developer Tools. You are responsible for:

  • Keeping your API credentials secure and confidential
  • Using industry-standard security measures to protect your API credentials
  • Not sharing your API credentials with any third party
  • Immediately notifying TerminalStreet of any breach or unauthorized access to your API credentials

You acknowledge that you are fully responsible for all activities that occur using your API credentials, and TerminalStreet is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with these security obligations.

3. API Rate Limits and Usage

TerminalStreet employs rate limits on API calls to ensure service availability and performance for all users. Rate limits vary by API endpoint and subscription tier. You agree to:

  • Respect all rate limits and not attempt to circumvent them
  • Implement exponential backoff when receiving rate limit errors
  • Use efficient API patterns and minimize unnecessary API calls
  • Cache API responses when appropriate to reduce load on our infrastructure

API usage that negatively impacts service performance or availability for other users may result in additional limitations or suspension of your access to the Developer Tools.

4. Technical Requirements and Best Practices

Your application must adhere to the following technical requirements:

  • Include your application name and version in all API requests through the User-Agent header
  • Implement proper error handling for all API responses
  • Follow TerminalStreet's recommended best practices for API integration
  • Support TLS 1.2 or higher for all network communications
  • Maintain compatibility with the current version of the API

5. Data Usage and Privacy

When using the Developer Tools, you must:

  • Comply with all applicable data protection and privacy laws
  • Provide clear and accurate information to users about your collection and use of their data
  • Obtain all necessary consents for the collection and processing of user data
  • Implement reasonable security measures to protect user data
  • Not use the Developer Tools to collect sensitive personal information without explicit permission from TerminalStreet

You acknowledge that TerminalStreet may collect certain information about your use of the Developer Tools for operational, analytics, and improvement purposes.

6. Prohibitions and Restrictions

When using the Developer Tools, you must not:

  • Use the Developer Tools for any illegal purpose or to violate any laws
  • Build applications that substantially replicate or compete with TerminalStreet's services
  • Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Developer Tools
  • Remove or obscure any proprietary notices or labels on the Developer Tools
  • Use the Developer Tools in a way that exceeds reasonable request volume or constitutes excessive use
  • Use the Developer Tools to build applications for high-risk activities where failure could lead to death, personal injury, or environmental damage
  • Sell, lease, or sublicense the Developer Tools or access to them
  • Misrepresent your relationship with TerminalStreet to users

7. Service-Specific API Terms

7.1 AI and Machine Learning APIs

Our AI/ML APIs cover machine learning model deployment, natural language processing, computer vision, and data analytics. If you are using these APIs, the following additional terms apply:

  • You must comply with our AI Ethics Policy and implement bias monitoring
  • You must not use our AI services to develop applications that discriminate against individuals or groups based on protected characteristics
  • You must implement appropriate monitoring to prevent harmful outputs and provide mechanisms for users to report issues
  • You must clearly disclose to users when they are interacting with AI-generated content or functionality
  • You are responsible for reviewing AI outputs before using them in high-stakes contexts
  • You must not use our AI services to generate deepfakes intended to deceive or for spreading misinformation

7.2 Data Science and Analytics APIs

Our data science APIs provide real-time analytics, business intelligence, and data processing capabilities:

  • You must ensure all data processed through our APIs complies with applicable privacy laws
  • You are responsible for data quality and accuracy of inputs
  • You must implement appropriate data governance and security measures
  • Rate limits may apply based on data volume and processing complexity

7.3 FinTech and Trading APIs

Our financial technology APIs provide algorithmic trading, payment processing, and financial data services:

  • You must comply with all applicable financial regulations in your jurisdiction
  • Our Financial Services Disclaimer applies to all FinTech API usage
  • You are responsible for implementing appropriate risk management and compliance monitoring
  • Real-time market data may be subject to additional licensing requirements

7.4 Blockchain and Cryptocurrency APIs

If you are using our blockchain or cryptocurrency APIs, the following additional terms apply:

  • You are responsible for complying with all applicable laws related to blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in the jurisdictions where your application is available
  • You must implement appropriate KYC/AML measures if your application facilitates cryptocurrency transactions
  • You must not use our blockchain APIs to create applications for pyramid schemes, Ponzi schemes, or other fraudulent financial activities
  • You must implement appropriate security measures to protect private keys and sensitive blockchain data
  • You must clearly disclose all fees and risks associated with blockchain transactions to your users

8. API Modifications and Deprecations

TerminalStreet reserves the right to modify or update the Developer Tools at any time. We will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify you of material changes to the API through our developer documentation, email notifications, or developer forum posts.

For API version deprecations:

  • TerminalStreet will provide at least 90 days' notice before deprecating any API version
  • After deprecation, the deprecated version may remain available for up to 12 months
  • API features marked as "beta" or "experimental" may be changed or removed with less or no notice

You are responsible for ensuring that your application remains compatible with the current version of the API.

9. Monitoring and Enforcement

TerminalStreet may monitor your use of the Developer Tools to ensure compliance with these API Terms. If TerminalStreet believes, in its sole discretion, that you have violated these API Terms, TerminalStreet may:

  • Temporarily or permanently revoke your access to the Developer Tools
  • Issue a warning to you
  • Legal action, if necessary
  • Report you to law enforcement authorities

10. Termination

TerminalStreet may terminate your access to all or any part of the Developer Tools at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. You may terminate these API Terms by discontinuing use of the Developer Tools.

Upon termination, all rights and licenses granted to you under these API Terms will immediately cease, and you must stop using the Developer Tools.

11. Changes to API Terms

TerminalStreet reserves the right to modify these API Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes to these API Terms by posting the changes on this page and/or by sending an email to the email address associated with your account. Your continued use of the Developer Tools after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the modified API Terms.

12. Force Majeure

API services and developer tools may be subject to interruptions, delays, or limitations due to Force Majeure events as defined in our Force Majeure Policy. During such events, API response times, rate limits, and service availability may be adjusted to maintain system stability.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these API Terms, please contact us at:

[email protected]

Last Updated: April 25, 2025