In the digital age, we often click “I agree” without a second thought, trusting that we've understood the Terms of Service (ToS) and Privacy Policies of the websites and apps we use. However, a closer look at the length and complexity of these agreements reveals a troubling reality: many are incredibly lengthy and filled with legal jargon that most of us don't fully comprehend. According to a Visual Capitalist article, the average Terms of Service agreement can stretch for dozens of pages. These documents are designed not only to inform but also to protect the service provider, often leaving users with little choice but to accept the terms as-is. As the article aptly illustrates, our online agreements are growing longer, yet our patience for reading them is shrinking.

• 1. Extract and Simplify:

  BoringRead automatically extracts terms and conditions, privacy policies, and other legal documents from websites. It simplifies this data into a more digestible format, making it easier for users to understand what they're agreeing to.

• 2. Spotting the Unfair Clauses:

  Leveraging advanced Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Large Language Models (LLMs), BoringRead identifies and flags potentially unfair clauses within these documents. Our AI is designed to highlight provisions that could be detrimental to users, such as hidden fees or restrictive terms.

• 3. Instant Feedback:

  When users sign in or interact with a new service, BoringRead provides instant feedback on the fairness of the terms they are about to accept.

Our mission at BoringRead is simple yet profound: we want to make the internet a fairer place by ensuring that users are fully aware of the terms they're agreeing to. We believe that by simplifying and highlighting key aspects of these agreements, we can help protect users from unfavorable terms and promote greater transparency. The project is currently in its early stages, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team. While we're not yet a fully-fledged company, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a visionary project that aims to grow into a commercially viable product. Initial roles are unpaid, but contributors will share in the success as the app gains traction.

If you're a creative thinker who's excited about taking on a challenge and making a tangible impact, BoringRead is the place for you. Together, we can change the way people experience online agreements and ensure that every click is an informed one. For more information about how you can get involved, or to see BoringRead in action, visit our website or drop us a line. We can't wait to hear from you and work together to make the web a fairer, more transparent place!