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The updated terms explicitly state that audio files are now included in the definition of 'Content' and that all Content is processed by DeepL's machine learning infrastructure. This formalizes what may have been implicit practice and clarifies the scope of data subject to machine learning processing. The terms also introduce a new access method through third-party AI assistant applications via DeepL's Model Context Protocol endpoint; usage through this pathway counts toward your subscription's usage limits and volumes. You can review the Service Specification for details on how third-party application access operates.
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"9.9 If Customer chooses to pay by credit card or SEPA direct debit for Services with variable charges (in particular when using the API), DeepL reserves the right to debit advance payments in the course of the billing period. A first advance payment is due as soon as the number of characters has exceeded a certain equivalent value.Excerpt from DeepL's Terms and Conditions
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The clause states: “9.9 If Customer chooses to pay by credit card or SEPA direct debit for Services with variable charges (in particular when using the API), DeepL reserves the right to debit advance payments in the course of the billing period. A first advance payment is due as soon as the number …”
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