Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, generating API keys, or using the 1RUTE AI Gateway API, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, do not access or use our services.

2. Description of Service

1RUTE provides an AI Gateway routing layer and unified API proxy that connects your client applications to upstream AI inference providers. We do not manufacture or modify foundation model weights; our service acts as a routing, metering, and authentication gateway.

3. API Keys & Authentication

You are responsible for safeguarding your API keys. Any requests authenticated with your key will be debited against your account token balance. You agree to notify 1RUTE immediately if you suspect unauthorized access or compromise of your credentials. Each account is limited to a maximum of 10 active API keys.

4. Token Accounting & Active Periods

1RUTE operates on a token-denominated prepaid model. Requests are metered in integer tokens according to the formula: (Input Tokens + Output Tokens) × Model Multiplier and debited from your balance upon request completion. Public requests require both an available token balance and an active service window. Topping up or redeeming a code resets your active service window to the duration of the redeemed package.

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use the 1RUTE Gateway to generate unlawful, malicious, harassing, or harmful content, or to bypass provider safety controls and rate limits. Violation of acceptable use policies may result in immediate suspension of your account and API access.

6. Limitation of Liability

The service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind. 1RUTE is not liable for upstream provider outages, model deprecation, or indirect damages arising from the use of our services.