Terms of Service

01Services

The AEO Collective provides services and educational resources related to:

• Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)
• Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)
• AI search visibility optimization
• AI visibility tracking and reporting
• Structured data and schema markup implementation
• Content strategy and content creation
• Off-site brand mention campaigns
• Reddit optimization
• Consulting, audits, and strategy services
• Educational courses and digital resources

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the Website or services at any time without notice.

02Eligibility

By using this Website, you represent that:

• You are at least 18 years old
• You have the legal authority to enter into these Terms
• You will use the Website in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

03No Guarantees or Warranties

While we strive to improve visibility in AI-driven search systems and platforms, we do not guarantee:

• Specific rankings
• Placement in AI-generated responses
• Traffic increases
• Lead generation outcomes
• Revenue increases
• Inclusion in Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, or any other platform

Search engines, AI systems, and ranking methodologies are controlled by third parties and are constantly evolving.

04Educational Content Disclaimer

Any educational content, guides, courses, videos, templates, or recommendations provided through the Website are for informational purposes only.

You acknowledge that:

• Results may vary significantly
• Digital marketing strategies involve risk
• AI search systems change frequently
• Past results do not guarantee future outcomes

You are solely responsible for how you implement any information provided.

05Client Responsibilities

If you engage us for services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate business information
• Maintain ownership rights to submitted materials
• Obtain any necessary permissions for content or assets
• Comply with all applicable advertising, marketing, and consumer protection laws
• Review and approve deliverables when requested

You are solely responsible for claims made about your business, products, or services.

06Payments & Refunds

Unless otherwise stated in a separate written agreement:

• Payments are due upfront or according to the agreed billing schedule
• Subscription services automatically renew unless canceled
• All fees are non-refundable once work has commenced
• Failure to pay may result in suspension or termination of services

Custom consulting, strategy work, outreach services, and implementation services are generally non-refundable due to the labor involved.

07Third-Party Platforms

Our services may involve or reference third-party platforms including but not limited to:

• Google
• OpenAI / ChatGPT
• Microsoft / Bing / Copilot
• Perplexity AI
• Reddit
• Meta
• LinkedIn
• Other AI or search platforms

We are not responsible for:

• Platform policy changes
• Account suspensions
• Content removals
• Algorithm updates
• Changes in AI-generated outputs
• Third-party outages or errors

08Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for unlawful purposes
• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or accounts
• Copy, scrape, or reproduce proprietary materials without permission
• Resell or redistribute our educational materials without authorization
• Interfere with Website functionality
• Use our services to engage in fraud, spam, or deceptive practices

We reserve the right to terminate access to the Website or services for violations of these Terms.

09Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including but not limited to:

• Branding & Logos
• Course materials & Videos
• Graphics & Text
• Frameworks & Methodologies
• Software tools & Reports

are owned by or licensed to The AEO Collective and protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit our materials without prior written permission.

10Confidentiality

Any non-public business information shared between parties during a consulting or service engagement will be treated as confidential unless:

• Disclosure is required by law
• The information becomes publicly available independently
• Both parties agree otherwise in writing

11Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, The AEO Collective shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect or incidental damages
• Consequential damages
• Lost profits or loss of business
• Loss of data or reputational harm
• Business interruption

arising from your use of the Website or services.

12Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The AEO Collective, its owners, employees, contractors, affiliates, and partners from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your business activities
• Your misuse of our services or recommendations

13Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website or services at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or may harm our business, users, or reputation.

14Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

15Governing Law

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

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the courts located in Phoenix, Arizona.

16Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

17Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms, you may contact: