Terms of Service

Last updated: February 5, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using InkBook (“Service”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you do not have permission to access the Service.

2. Description of Service

InkBook is a customer relationship management (CRM) platform designed specifically for tattoo studios and artists. The Service includes:

  • Client management and contact database
  • Online appointment booking and calendar management
  • Digital consent form creation and e-signature collection
  • Deposit and payment collection via integrated payment processing
  • SMS appointment reminders
  • Design and reference image storage
  • Artist and studio management tools

3. User Accounts

To use the Service, you must create an account. You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Ensuring all information provided is accurate and up-to-date
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized account access

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 Studio Owners and Artists

As a studio owner or artist using InkBook, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate business information and maintain required licenses
  • Comply with all applicable laws regarding tattooing, including age verification
  • Obtain appropriate consent from clients before collecting their personal or health information
  • Maintain appropriate hygiene and safety standards as required by local regulations
  • Handle client data in accordance with applicable privacy laws
  • Use the consent form features in compliance with your local legal requirements

4.2 Client Age Requirements

You acknowledge that tattooing minors is regulated by law. You are solely responsible for:

  • Verifying that all clients meet the legal age requirements in your jurisdiction
  • Obtaining parental/guardian consent where legally permitted and required
  • Maintaining records of age verification as required by law

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use the Service to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Collect or store information about minors without proper authorization
  • Upload illegal, obscene, or inappropriate content
  • Impersonate another person or entity
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service
  • Use the Service for any fraudulent or deceptive purposes
  • Resell or redistribute the Service without authorization

6. Health Information and Consent Forms

InkBook allows you to collect health-related information through digital consent forms. You understand and agree that:

  • You are solely responsible for the content of your consent forms
  • You must comply with all applicable laws regarding the collection of health information
  • While InkBook implements security measures, it is not a HIPAA-covered entity
  • You should consult with legal counsel regarding your consent form requirements
  • Client health information (allergies, medications, skin conditions) must be handled with appropriate care
  • You must obtain explicit consent from clients before collecting sensitive information

Important: InkBook provides tools for consent form management but does not provide legal advice. The adequacy of your consent forms for legal protection is your responsibility.

7. Payment Terms

The Service offers different subscription tiers with varying features. By subscribing to a paid plan:

  • You agree to pay all applicable fees as described at the time of purchase
  • Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled before the renewal date
  • All payments are processed securely through Stripe
  • Prices may change with 30 days' notice

7.1 Deposit Collection

When using InkBook's deposit collection features for client bookings:

  • You are responsible for your own deposit and refund policies
  • Client deposits are transferred to your connected Stripe account
  • Standard payment processing fees apply (set by Stripe)
  • InkBook is not responsible for deposit disputes between you and your clients

8. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by Automata Army and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Content you upload to the Service (designs, photos, client information) remains your property, subject to the intellectual property rights of others.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not guarantee that:

  • The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Consent forms created using the Service will meet your specific legal requirements
  • SMS messages will be delivered in all circumstances

10. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL INKBOOK, AUTOMATA ARMY, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of business or revenue
  • Claims from your clients
  • Issues arising from your consent forms or booking practices
  • Missed appointments or failed SMS notifications

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless InkBook and Automata Army from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your consent forms and their legal adequacy
  • Disputes with your clients
  • Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe:

  • Violates these Terms
  • Is harmful to other users or the Service
  • Is fraudulent or illegal

Upon termination, you may request an export of your data within 30 days.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by email or by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

15. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at hello@automata.army.