1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Keyword Hippo, you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the platform.
These terms apply to our website, software dashboards, SEO tracking tools, integrations, AI features, and associated services.
2. Description of Services
Keyword Hippo provides software designed to help local businesses and marketing professionals monitor and improve their online presence.
Features may include:
- Organic Google keyword ranking tracking
- Google Maps geographic rank tracking
- Website SEO auditing
- Google Search Console reporting
- Google Business Profile optimization assistance
- Keyword discovery
- SEO opportunity recommendations
- AI-assisted SEO content creation
- Task tracking and reporting
Features may vary based on account type, subscription level, integration permissions, technical availability, and product development.
3. Accounts and Responsibilities
You are responsible for providing accurate account information and maintaining the security of your login.
You must have permission to access or analyze any website, business, or Google account you connect.
You agree not to:
- Access accounts without permission
- Misrepresent business ownership
- Use the service unlawfully
- Attempt to bypass billing or usage limits
- Interfere with platform security
- Submit content violating third-party rights
4. Subscriptions, Fees, and Billing
Certain Keyword Hippo services may require a subscription or usage-based payment.
Applicable pricing, subscription terms, and charges will be presented before purchase.
AI generations and third-party ranking data requests may be subject to usage limits or additional fees.
If recurring subscriptions are offered, renewal, cancellation, and refund terms will be provided during checkout.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Subscription and refund details will be disclosed at the point of purchase. [ADD FINAL POLICY BEFORE ACCEPTING PAYMENTS.]
5. Google and Third-Party Integrations
Keyword Hippo may integrate with Google Search Console, Google Business Profile, search ranking data providers, and AI services.
By connecting an account, you confirm that you have the necessary permissions and authorize the platform to access information permitted through the connection.
Third-party services are subject to their own terms, policies, and availability.
Connecting your Google Business Profile does not automatically authorize Keyword Hippo to publish changes on your behalf.
Information about how Google account data is handled is available in our Privacy Policy.
6. Customer Content and AI Material
You retain your applicable rights in original content and business information submitted to Keyword Hippo.
You authorize us to process submitted information as needed to provide requested services.
AI-generated SEO titles, descriptions, website pages, and other material are provided as editable suggestions.
You are responsible for verifying facts, confirming compliance with applicable policies, and reviewing material before publishing.
Keyword Hippo does not guarantee uniqueness, accuracy, or specific search performance from AI-generated material.
7. SEO Rankings and Reporting
Search rankings change over time and may vary based on location, device, search engine conditions, and other factors.
Ranking data and audit reports may depend on third-party providers that sometimes return incomplete or unavailable results.
Keyword Hippo does not guarantee specific Google rankings, traffic increases, conversions, leads, or revenue.
8. Intellectual Property
The Keyword Hippo name, software, branding, design, and original platform materials are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Except as permitted by law or written agreement, you may not copy, resell, redistribute, or misuse proprietary platform materials.
9. Service Availability
We work to maintain reliable services but do not guarantee uninterrupted availability.
Maintenance, provider outages, security incidents, and technical restrictions may affect service availability.
10. Suspension and Termination
We may restrict service access when reasonably necessary to address security concerns, misuse, unpaid charges, or violations of these terms.
Customers may contact us regarding account closure and eligible data deletion requests.
Please review our Privacy Policy for information about data handling.
11. Disclaimers and Liability
To the extent permitted by law, Keyword Hippo provides software tools and recommendations without guaranteeing particular search engine or business outcomes.
Applicable liability limitations, warranty terms, and legal jurisdiction provisions should be interpreted consistently with applicable law.
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12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these terms as our services and legal requirements change.
Updated terms will include an updated effective date and any additional notice required by applicable law.