Disclaimer

1. Nature of Service

InstructX is a unified framework for instruction-guided image and video editing that combines multimodal large language models (MLLMs) with diffusion models. The framework enables editing operations through natural language instructions and supports various tasks including object manipulation, style transfers, and reference-based editing.

2. No Guarantees

We make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or quality of the edits generated by our framework. The output is based on the input provided and the model's training, which may have limitations or biases. Results may vary depending on the complexity of instructions and the nature of the content being edited.

3. User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for the input they provide and the resulting content generated. InstructX cannot be held liable for any inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content created through our framework. Users must ensure their use complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

4. Intellectual Property

a. Users retain rights to the specific edits they generate using our framework, provided their input does not infringe on existing copyrights.
b. InstructX retains all rights to the underlying technology, models, and framework architecture.
c. Users are responsible for ensuring they have the right to edit any content they input into our system.
d. Users must respect the intellectual property rights of others and not use InstructX to infringe on copyrights or other proprietary rights.

5. Content Moderation

While we implement content moderation measures, they are not foolproof. Users agree not to use our framework to create content that is illegal, harmful, misleading, or violates our terms of service. This includes but is not limited to deepfakes, manipulated media intended to deceive, or content that violates privacy rights.

6. Third-Party Use

Content edited using InstructX should be clearly labeled as AI-edited or AI-generated when used in any context, especially in professional, commercial, or public settings. Transparency about the use of AI editing tools is essential for maintaining trust and adhering to ethical standards.

7. Limitations of Liability

InstructX, its developers, partners, affiliates, and employees shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from the use or inability to use our framework. This includes but is not limited to damages from errors in edited content, misinterpretation of instructions, or any harm arising from the use of generated content.

8. Changes to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue our framework or any part of it at any time without prior notice. We may update the framework's capabilities, change supported features, or alter performance characteristics as part of ongoing development.

9. Data Usage

By using our framework, you consent to our data practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy. We may use anonymized data to improve our models and framework capabilities. Users should not input sensitive or personal information that they do not wish to be processed by AI systems.

10. No Professional Advice

Content generated or edited by InstructX should never be construed as professional medical, legal, financial, or other expert advice. The framework is a tool for visual content editing and does not provide expert consultation in any field. Always consult with qualified professionals for such matters.

11. Age Restriction

Users must be at least 13 years old to use our framework. Users under 18 should have parental consent and supervision when using InstructX.

12. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless InstructX, Bytedance, and their respective affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from their use of our framework or violation of this disclaimer, terms of service, or applicable laws.

13. Research Framework

InstructX is primarily a research framework developed for advancing the field of instruction-guided visual editing. It is intended for educational, research, and experimental purposes. Users should understand that as a research framework, it may have limitations, unexpected behaviors, or areas requiring further development.

14. Benchmark and Evaluation

VIE-Bench and other benchmarks associated with InstructX are provided for research evaluation purposes. Performance on benchmarks may not fully represent real-world performance in all scenarios. Users should conduct their own testing and evaluation for their specific use cases.

15. Ethical Use

Users are expected to use InstructX ethically and responsibly. This includes respecting privacy, avoiding creation of misleading content, not using the framework for malicious purposes, and considering the broader societal implications of AI-edited content. Users should follow ethical guidelines for AI use in their respective fields and jurisdictions.

16. Agreement

By using InstructX's framework and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this disclaimer. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, you should not use InstructX.