Terms of Use BoundBonePro — Reference Translation

01Preamble

These Terms of Use (hereinafter "Terms") set forth the conditions governing the use of "BoundBonePro" (hereinafter "the Tool"), a Unity Editor extension tool created and sold by Ajisai Hiroba (hereinafter "the Developer"). By downloading, installing, or using the Tool, the Purchaser is deemed to have agreed to these Terms.

If a minor intends to purchase or use the Tool, they must obtain consent from their legal guardian (parent) before doing so.

02Definitions

03Grant of License

3.1 Standard Edition License (¥1,000)

The Developer grants the Purchaser of the Standard Edition the following non-exclusive, non-transferable rights:

• Use for the Purchaser's own avatar setup
• Uploading set-up avatars to VRChat (including PublicAvatar)
• Streaming and video posting using set-up avatars (YouTube, Twitch, Niconico, etc., including monetization. Credit notation under Section 3.6 applies)
• Using set-up avatars in video productions (PV, MV, CM, short videos, VR videos, commercial videos, etc.) for production and publication (Credit notation under Section 3.6 applies)
• Completely free distribution of set-up avatars (Booth ¥0, GitHub, personal websites, hand-off to friends, etc.)
• Completely free setup work for set-up avatars (free setup for friends, etc.)

The following are NOT permitted under the Standard Edition (Commercial License Edition required):

• Paid sales of set-up avatars
• Avatar setup work involving Monetary Exchange (commission work, paid requests, work involving compensation)

3.2 Commercial License Edition (¥5,000)

The Developer grants the Purchaser of the Commercial License Edition all rights of Section 3.1, plus:

• Paid sales of products containing avatars set up using the Tool
• Avatar setup work involving Monetary Exchange (personal commission work, paid requests, compensated work)
• Perpetual Update Guarantee: The Developer will perpetually provide version updates of the Tool free of charge (as long as the Developer continues to provide updates)

Determination Standard

• "If there is exchange of money or other economic consideration, it is commercial"
• Example: Receiving ¥3,000 compensation from a friend for setup → Commercial License Edition required
• Example: Completely free setup for a friend → Standard Edition is sufficient
• Example: Paid sale on BOOTH even at ¥100 → Commercial License Edition required

The Commercial License Edition is sold as a separate plan within the same BOOTH product page (https://ajisaiflow.booth.pm/items/8025925) as the Standard Edition. Please select your desired plan when purchasing from the product page.

3.3 Treatment of Output Data

• All rights to Output Data generated using the Tool (PhysBone settings, weight data, generated AnimatorController, etc.) belong to the Purchaser. The Developer claims no rights whatsoever to Output Data.
• Distribution and sale of avatars containing Output Data may be conducted in compliance with the obligations below (Section 3.5 Notification, Section 3.6 Credit Notation).
• Preset files (configuration data, .json, etc.) of the Tool may be distributed and sold.
• However, the Tool itself (DLL files, etc.) may not be distributed together with Output Data (see Section 4.1).

3.4 Status of End Users (Detachment Doctrine)

A third party (End User) who legitimately obtains an avatar set up using the Tool is not bound by these Terms. End Users are subject only to the terms of use between themselves and the creator who sold/distributed the avatar.

End Users may freely:

• Use, modify, and privately transfer the obtained avatar (within the scope permitted by the avatar creator's terms)
• Utilize all functions of the avatar without owning the Tool

However, if an End User obtains the Tool itself (DLL files), they may not use or retain such files in accordance with Section 4.1 (No Redistribution) of these Terms.

3.5 Notification Obligation for Sales/Distribution (Auto-Permission System)

When publishing avatars set up using the Tool in any of the following forms, prior permission is not required, but you must notify the contact in Section 16 (Discord or X DM) of the publication URL within 30 days of the start of publication.

Forms subject to notification

• Paid sales on BOOTH, etc. (Commercial License Edition required)
• Free distribution on BOOTH, etc. (Standard Edition is sufficient)
• Distribution on GitHub, Gumroad, personal websites, etc. (paid or free)
• Publication as VRChat PublicAvatar (Standard Edition is sufficient)

Forms not requiring notification

• One-on-one private transfer to an individual friend
• Delivery to a specific client in commission work (as it is not a sale)

If the Developer discovers a violation of these Terms, the Developer may revoke the license individually (Section 7).

3.6 Credit Notation Obligation

When publishing avatars set up using the Tool in the forms specified in Section 3.5, the following notation is mandatory.

Required Content

• Name: BoundBonePro
• URL: https://ajisaiflow.booth.pm/items/8025925

Example

Body Physics Setup: BoundBonePro
https://ajisaiflow.booth.pm/items/8025925

Notation Location

(Depending on publication form, satisfy at least one of the following)

Exception: Private transfer to an individual friend has no notation obligation.

Regarding Use in Video Productions

When using avatars set up with this Tool in video productions, the required content (Name + URL) above must be displayed for each avatar used. When using multiple avatars, they may be listed together in one location.

3.7 Commission Work

• Personal commission (setup work involving Monetary Exchange): Commercial License Edition required
• Corporate commission (when the recipient is an organization with corporate status): Corporate license under Section 5 required
• The client (commissioner) of the commission is treated as an End User under Section 3.4 and is not bound by these Terms
• No individual application is required for each commission case (only Section 3.5 notification obligation applies)

3.8 Use on Multiple Devices

• Simultaneous installation on multiple PCs used by the Purchaser themselves is permitted
• However, use is limited to one person per purchase
• Even when purchasing the Commercial License Edition, use is limited to the Purchaser themselves (one person)

04Prohibitions

The following acts are prohibited.

4.1 Redistribution and Transfer

• Redistribution, reposting, uploading, or sharing of the Tool (including DLL files) (whether modified or not)
• Resale, transfer, or lending of the Tool
• Distribution of packages, presets, or unitypackages containing the Tool
• Any act that makes the Tool itself usable by third parties other than the Purchaser

4.2 Reverse Engineering

• Decompiling, disassembling, or reverse engineering the Tool's DLL files
• Attempting to remove or circumvent obfuscation
• Analyzing or extracting the Tool's internal structure or algorithms for the purpose of developing competing products, copying the Tool, or circumventing the license
• Using or publishing the results of the above acts

4.3 Modification and Derivative Works

• Modification, alteration, or adaptation of the Tool
• Creation of derivative software using the Tool's code or features

4.4 License Circumvention

• Conducting commercial use while owning only the Standard Edition without purchasing the Commercial License Edition
• Conducting business use as a corporation without entering into a corporate license agreement
• Intentionally neglecting the notification obligation under Section 3.5

4.5 Explicit Provisions on Adult Content

The Tool may be used for avatars containing adult (sexual) content within the scope of legality.

Permitted Conditions

• For sale/publication within Japan: Comply with expression regulations (mosaic, etc.) under Article 175 of the Penal Code (distribution of obscene materials)
• For sale/publication overseas: Comply with the laws of the relevant region
• Comply with age restrictions and zoning rules of sales platforms such as BOOTH
• Commercial License Edition (Section 3.2) is required for paid sales or paid commissions
• Comply with credit notation obligation under Section 3.6

Explicitly Prohibited Expressions

• Expressions that fall under the Child Pornography Prevention Act (sexual expressions of persons appearing under 18, whether real or fictional)
• Expressions that violate the honor, portrait rights, or publicity rights of real persons
• Expressions that violate the laws of any country

The Developer will not revoke the license solely on the grounds that the content is adult-oriented. Compliance with the regulations of each country and sales platform is the responsibility of the Purchaser.

4.6 Other Prohibited Acts

• Sharing or lending of purchase accounts
• Acts that impersonate the Developer or use the Developer's name or brand without permission
• Use for purposes contrary to public order and morals (excluding adult use permitted under Section 4.5)
• Use for purposes that violate the VRChat Terms of Use
• Fraudulent or harassing acts using the Tool

05Corporate License

When an organization with corporate status (corporations, LLCs, general incorporated associations, NPOs, etc.) uses the Tool for business purposes, regardless of revenue size, prior contact with the Developer is required. Business use through purchase of the Standard Edition or Commercial License Edition is not permitted.

Note: Sole proprietors (including blue/white tax filers, with or without trade names) are treated as individuals and are excluded from this section. Sole proprietors should purchase the Standard Edition or Commercial License Edition.

The following licenses are provided according to the form of corporate use:

Pricing and contract terms are by individual negotiation, determined according to the corporation's size and form of use. For inquiries regarding corporate use, please contact via Section 16.

06Copyright and Intellectual Property

• Copyright to all files included in the Tool belongs to the Developer.
• These Terms grant a license to use the Tool, but do not transfer copyright or other intellectual property rights.
• Trademark rights to the logos, icons, and name "BoundBonePro" included in the Tool belong to the Developer.

07Termination of License

• If the Purchaser violates these Terms, the Developer may terminate the license by notice in writing (including email and DM).
• If the license is terminated, the Purchaser shall promptly delete all copies of the Tool.
• After termination of the license, the Purchaser's rights to Output Data generated using the Tool prior to termination (Section 3.3) shall survive.
• The rights of End Users under Section 3.4 are not affected by termination of the Purchaser's license.
• Provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive (Sections 3.4, 6, 10, 13, etc.) shall remain in effect after termination of the license.

08Updates and Support

8.1 Updates

• Standard Edition: The provision of updates is at the Developer's discretion and is not guaranteed to be ongoing.
• Commercial License Edition: Includes perpetual update guarantee, but this applies only as long as the Developer continues to provide updates. If the Developer terminates update provision, prior notice will be given.
• The Tool may stop functioning due to updates of Unity, VRChat SDK, or other dependent packages. The Developer makes no guarantee regarding response in such cases.

8.2 Support

• Support is provided through the Discord server (https://discord.com/invite/4NDgAY9HPE).
• Support is provided in Japanese.
• Commercial License Edition purchasers will receive priority support to the extent possible.
• Responses may take time. The Developer does not guarantee a response to all inquiries.
• The following are not subject to support:
  • Cases of acquisition through routes other than legitimate purchase
  • Issues caused by use in violation of these Terms
  • Issues specific to the Purchaser's environment (conflicts with other tools, etc.)
  • Usage instruction or tutorials

09Network Communication

The Tool conducts internet communication for the purpose of checking for updates. This communication only verifies the Tool's version information; no personal information or project data is transmitted.

10Disclaimer and Warranty Disclaimer

• The Tool is provided "AS IS". No warranty of any kind, express or implied, is made, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
• If the Purchaser suffers damages due to the use or inability to use the Tool, the Developer shall not be liable except in cases of intentional misconduct or gross negligence by the Developer. Even when the Developer is liable, the amount of compensation shall be limited to the purchase price paid by the Purchaser for the Tool.
• The Developer shall not be liable for indirect damages, lost profits, or data loss except in cases of intentional misconduct or gross negligence by the Developer.
• Use of the Tool is at the Purchaser's own responsibility.
• It is strongly recommended to back up important data before using the Tool.
• Compliance with the laws and platform terms of each country regarding adult content under Section 4.5 is the sole responsibility of the Purchaser.

11Returns and Refunds

• The Tool is a digital download product. Due to the nature of the product, returns and refunds after purchase are generally not accepted.
• Please thoroughly check the BOOTH product page description, system requirements, and screenshots before purchase.
• If there is a serious defect that completely prevents the Tool from functioning under the system requirements stated on the product page, and the Developer cannot make corrections within a reasonable period, please consult individually.
• Purchases are based on the BOOTH Terms of Use. Please also check BOOTH platform's return/refund policy.

12Changes to Terms

• The Developer may change these Terms. For important changes, notice will be made in advance on the BOOTH product page or X (Twitter).
• Changed Terms shall take effect upon being posted on the BOOTH product page or the Developer's website.
• However, changes to the Terms shall not retroactively limit the Purchaser's right to use the purchased Tool for its original purpose.

13Severability

If any provision of these Terms is judged to be invalid or unenforceable by law, the validity of the remaining provisions shall not be affected. Provisions judged invalid shall be replaced with valid content closest to the intent of the original provision.

14Governing Law and Jurisdiction

• These Terms shall be governed by Japanese law and interpreted in accordance with Japanese law.
• Disputes regarding these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the court having jurisdiction over the Developer's place of residence as the court of first instance.

15Third-Party Software

The Tool operates in conjunction with the following software/packages, which are not included in the Tool. Please follow the license of each software.

16Contact

For sales/distribution notifications (Section 3.5), corporate license inquiries (Section 5), and other questions, please contact us through any of the above.