If Character.AI causes you harm, the most money you can recover from them is $100 or what you paid them — whichever is greater.
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The clause defines the maximum financial exposure Character.AI assumes under the agreement, establishing a ceiling on recoverable damages regardless of the nature or magnitude of claimed losses. This limitation applies across all liability categories and dispute types covered by the terms.
Users effectively have no financial recourse against Character.AI for most damages, including data breaches, psychological harm from AI outputs, or service failures. This cap may not apply in the EEA where liability for gross negligence and cardinal contractual breaches is preserved.
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"In no event will Character.AI's total liability to you for all damages, losses or causes of action exceed the greater of: (i) $100; or (ii) the amount you paid Character.AI (if any) in connection with your use of the Services.Excerpt from Character.AI's Terms of Service
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The clause defines the maximum financial exposure Character.AI assumes under the agreement, establishing a ceiling on recoverable damages regardless of the nature or magnitude of claimed losses. This limitation applies across all liability categories and dispute types covered by the terms.
Users effectively have no financial recourse against Character.AI for most damages, including data breaches, psychological harm from AI outputs, or service failures. This cap may not apply in the EEA where liability for gross negligence and cardinal contractual breaches is preserved.
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