Terms of Use
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using DevExplorer ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
DevExplorer is a tool built by Baobab Tech, a registered corporation in Calgary, Canada. DevExplorer is an AI-assisted platform for searching and analyzing development and humanitarian programmes from the IATI registry and other data sources. The Service uses artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to provide analysis and insights.
3. AI-Powered Features and Human Verification
Important Notice
DevExplorer uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate analysis and insights. While we strive for accuracy, AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or incomplete information.
User Responsibility
- Human Verification Required: Users are strongly encouraged to verify all AI-generated analysis and insights before relying on them for decision-making purposes.
- Professional Judgment: The Service is designed to assist, not replace, human expertise and professional judgment.
- Source Verification: Users should review original source documents and data when making critical decisions.
- Independent Verification: Any information critical to your work should be independently verified through additional sources.
For comprehensive information about how our AI systems work, their limitations, and best practices for use, please review our AI Transparency Statement.
4. Limitation of Liability
Disclaimer
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
No Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Baobab Tech and its operators, contributors, and affiliated organizations shall not be liable for:
- Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the AI-generated content or analysis
- Any decisions made based on information provided by the Service
- Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service
- Any loss of data, business interruption, or financial losses
- Any reliance on AI-generated content without proper human verification
- Any actions taken based on incomplete or inaccurate analysis
User Assumption of Risk
By using the Service, you acknowledge and accept that you use it at your own risk. You are solely responsible for evaluating the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of any information, analysis, or insights provided by the Service.
5. User Accounts and Responsibilities
When using the Service, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Not misuse or attempt to disrupt the Service
- Not use the Service for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose
6. Intellectual Property
Service Content
The Service, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by Baobab Tech and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Data Sources
The underlying data analyzed by the Service comes from publicly available sources, including the IATI registry and other development programme databases. Users must respect the terms and licenses associated with these data sources.
User-Generated Content
You retain ownership of any content you create using the Service. However, by using the Service, you grant us a license to use, store, and process your queries and interactions to improve the Service.
7. Data Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
8. Third-Party Services
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
9. Modifications to the Service
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.
10. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Revised" date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Alberta, Canada. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Alberta, Canada.
13. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: support@devexplorer.ai
14. Acknowledgment
BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF USE. YOU FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE SERVICE USES AI TECHNOLOGY AND THAT HUMAN VERIFICATION OF ALL ANALYSIS AND INSIGHTS IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Date of Last Revision: December 11, 2025