# Terms of Service **Effective Date**: November 27, 2025 **Last Updated**: September 15, 2026 ## Agreement to Terms By using MetaEngine MCP Server ("the Service"), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the Service. --- ## Description of Service MetaEngine MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server that generates source code in multiple programming languages (TypeScript, Python, Go, C#, Java, Kotlin, Groovy, Scala, Swift, PHP, Rust) based on type specifications provided by AI assistants. The Service consists of: 1. **Local MCP Server** — Runs on your machine over stdio via npm/npx 2. **Hosted MetaEngine API** — Receives generation payloads for ephemeral processing and returns generated files The local server does not automatically scan or upload existing project source files. Source or `customCode` content explicitly included in a generation request is part of that request and is sent to the hosted MetaEngine API. --- ## License and Usage Rights ### Software License The MetaEngine MCP Server npm package is licensed under the **MIT License**: - ✅ **Commercial use permitted** - Use in any commercial project - ✅ **Modification permitted** - Modify for your needs - ✅ **Distribution permitted** - Redistribute as needed - ✅ **Private use permitted** - Use privately without restrictions Full license text: [LICENSE](./LICENSE) ### API Service Usage The MetaEngine API (code generation service) is provided **free of charge** with: - ✅ **No API key required** - Anonymous usage - ✅ **Protective rate limits only** - Applied only to prevent abuse - ✅ **No signup required** - Immediate access - ✅ **Content-scoped retention** - Submitted generation content and generated file contents are not persisted or logged - ✅ **Anonymous operations** - Operational metadata is retained as enumerated in the Privacy Policy --- ## Acceptable Use You may use the Service for any lawful purpose, including: - ✅ Personal projects and learning - ✅ Commercial software development - ✅ Open source projects - ✅ Enterprise applications ### Prohibited Uses You may NOT use the Service to: - ❌ Generate code for illegal purposes - ❌ Generate malware, viruses, or harmful software - ❌ Attempt to abuse, attack, or compromise the MetaEngine API - ❌ Generate code that violates third-party intellectual property rights - ❌ Use in ways that violate applicable laws or regulations --- ## Generated Code Ownership **You own all code generated by the Service.** - ✅ Generated code is **yours** - no license restrictions - ✅ No attribution required in generated code - ✅ Use, modify, distribute generated code freely - ✅ No royalties or fees for using generated code The Service only processes the specifications you provide and returns generated code. We claim no ownership over: - Your input specifications - Generated code output - Your final applications --- ## Service Availability ### No Warranty The Service is provided **"AS IS"** with **no warranties**: - ⚠️ No guarantee of uptime or availability - ⚠️ No guarantee of error-free operation - ⚠️ No guarantee of fitness for a particular purpose ### Service Modifications We reserve the right to: - Modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time - Change API endpoints or protocols with reasonable notice - Update these Terms with notice via the repository ### Free Service Notice Because the Service is provided free of charge: - There is no Service Level Agreement (SLA) - Support is provided on a best-effort basis - No refunds apply (service is free) --- ## Limitation of Liability **To the maximum extent permitted by law:** MetaEngine, its developers, and contributors are **NOT LIABLE** for: - Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages - Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities - Damages arising from use or inability to use the Service - Bugs or errors in generated code - Service interruptions or downtime **Your use of the Service is at your own risk.** You are responsible for: - Testing all generated code before production use - Ensuring generated code meets your requirements - Backing up your work - Compliance with applicable laws --- ## Privacy and Data See our **[Privacy Policy](./PRIVACY.md)** for details on data handling. **Summary:** - The local MCP server runs over stdio; generation payloads are sent to the hosted MetaEngine API for ephemeral processing - Submitted generation content and generated file contents are not persisted or logged - Anonymous operational metadata is retained as enumerated in the Privacy Policy - The server does not automatically scan or upload existing project source files - Source or `customCode` content explicitly included in a generation payload is part of that payload and is sent to the hosted MetaEngine API --- ## Intellectual Property ### Service Trademarks "MetaEngine" and associated marks are property of the Service provider. Use of these marks requires permission except when: - Referring to the Service accurately (e.g., "Built with MetaEngine") - Providing truthful reviews or commentary ### Third-Party Code The Service uses: - **@modelcontextprotocol/sdk** - MIT License - **TypeScript** - Apache 2.0 License - Other open source dependencies (see package.json) --- ## API Terms ### API Access - The MetaEngine API is provided free without authentication - No API keys or tokens are required - Requests are rate-limited only to prevent abuse ### API Changes We may: - Update the API with backward-compatible changes at any time - Introduce breaking changes with 30 days notice (when feasible) - Deprecate endpoints with reasonable migration paths ### API Abuse We reserve the right to block access from sources that: - Attempt denial-of-service attacks - Send malformed or malicious requests - Abuse the free service in bad faith --- ## Support and Contact ### Support Channels - **GitHub Issues**: [github.com/meta-engine/mcp-server/issues](https://github.com/meta-engine/mcp-server/issues) - **Email**: info@metaengine.eu - **Documentation**: Included in NPM package ### No Guaranteed Support Support is provided on a **best-effort, community basis**: - No guaranteed response times - No guaranteed resolution of issues - Community contributions welcome --- ## Termination ### Your Rights You may stop using the Service at any time by: - Removing the MCP server from your configuration - Uninstalling the npm package ### Our Rights We may terminate or suspend access to the Service: - For violation of these Terms - For abusive behavior toward the Service or API - At our discretion with or without notice --- ## Governing Law These Terms are governed by the laws of **Spain** (where the Service is operated), without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Spain. --- ## Changes to Terms We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted at: - This repository: [TERMS.md](https://github.com/meta-engine/mcp-server/blob/main/TERMS.md) - Website: [metaengine.eu/mcp](https://www.metaengine.eu/mcp) **Continued use** of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. --- ## Severability If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect. --- ## Entire Agreement These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MetaEngine regarding the Service. --- ## Contact Information **MetaEngine MCP Server** Email: info@metaengine.eu Website: https://www.metaengine.eu Repository: https://github.com/meta-engine/mcp-server --- ## Acknowledgment By using MetaEngine MCP Server, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. **Last Updated**: September 15, 2026