Hello, this is CREPE. We would like to inform you that CREPEās Terms of Service have been updated as follows. Members who do not agree with the revised terms may express their objection (by withdrawing their membership), and if no objection is expressed by the effective date of the terms, it will be considered that you have agreed to the changes.
Reason for revision:
- Establishment of a policy prohibiting the use of generative artificial intelligence and introducing related sanctions
- Clarification and further specification of the Terms of Service
Date of revision: May 7, 2026
Effective date: June 15, 2026
Key amendments:
- Changes to Article 7-2, Paragraph 3 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 8, Paragraph 8 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 18, Paragraph 2 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 19, Paragraph 2 of the Terms of Service
- Additions to Article 20, Paragraph 15 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 22, Paragraph 4 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 27, Paragraph 2 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 28, Paragraph 4 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 30, Paragraph 1 of the Terms of Service
- Changes to Article 31, Paragraph 2 of the Terms of Service
- Additions to Article 31, Paragraph 7 of the Terms of Service
- Deletion of Article 40, Paragraph 5 of the Terms of Service
- Establishment of Section 5 of the Terms of Service
- Establishment of new Articles 42 to 45
- Changes to Article 50, Paragraph 1 of the Terms of Service
- Additions to Article 52, Paragraph 7 of the Terms of Service
Revised contents (Terms of Service)
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| Article 7-2 (Use of Services by Minors) 3. Notwithstanding Paragraph 2, a Minor Member or his or her legal representative may not cancel the paid service use contract in any of the following cases: a. Where the Minor Member, by fraud or other deceptive means, causes the Company to believe that he or she is an adult or that the consent of a legal representative has been obtained (e.g., by misappropriating another personās personal information or payment information) | Article 7-2 (Use of Services by Minors) 3. Notwithstanding Paragraph 2, a Minor Member or his or her legal representative may not cancel the paid service use contract in any of the following cases: a. Where the Minor Member, by providing false information or by any other means, causes the Company to believe that he or she is an adult or that the consent of a legal representative has been obtained (e.g., by misappropriating another personās personal information or payment information) |
| Article 8 (Termination and Cancellation of Service Use Agreement) 8. A Member who has terminated or canceled a Service Use Agreement may re-register on the Site in accordance with the procedures set forth in these Terms to use the Services again. However, if the Company determines that the purpose of re-registration is improper, it may refuse the re-registration. | Article 8 (Termination and Cancellation of Service Use Agreement) 8. A Member who has terminated or canceled a Service Use Agreement may re-register on the Site in accordance with the procedures set forth in these Terms to use the Services again. However, the Company may refuse re-registration if it determines that the purpose of rejoining is improper or if there are grounds for refusal as set forth in these Terms and Conditions. |
| Article 18 (Rights of the Artist) 2. Copyright of the products created by the Artist belongs to the Artist and cannot be used without their permission. However, if there were separate prior agreements made between the Artist and the Client regarding copyright during commission contract establishment, those agreements take precedence. | Article 18 (Rights of the Artist) 2. Copyright of the Products created by the Artist, unless otherwise stipulated by applicable laws and regulations, belongs to the Artist and cannot be used without their permission. However, if there were separate prior agreements made between the Artist and the Client regarding copyright during Commission Contract establishment, those agreements take precedence. |
| Article 19 (Rights of the Client) 2. If a minor enters into a commission contract with an Artist without the consent of their legal guardian, the legal guardian may request cancellation of the transaction. However, if the minor uses another adultās payment information without consent or otherwise deceives the Artist into believing they are an adult or that legal guardian consent exists, the transaction cannot be canceled even if the legal guardianās consent was not provided. | Article 19 (Rights of the Client) 2. If a Minor Member enters into a Commission Contract with an Artist without the consent of their legal guardian, the legal guardian may request cancellation of the transaction. However, if the Minor Member uses another adultās payment information without consent or by providing false information or any other means, to deceive the Artist into believing they are an adult or that legal guardian consent exists, the transaction cannot be canceled even if the legal guardianās consent was not provided. |
| - | Article 20 (Obligations of the Artist) 15. The Artist may not use generative AI in the creation of Products pursuant to Article 42. However, such use may be permitted on a limited basis only where all requirements for exception set forth in Article 45 are satisfied, in which case the Artist must comply with the obligations of prior notice, prior consent, and transparency disclosure as prescribed in these Terms and Conditions. Any violation of the foregoing may result in sanctions under Article 44 and the Commission being treated as a Commission unsuitable for sale under Article 31. |
| Article 22 (Registration of Commission Types) 4. If the Company determines that a commission type registered by an Artist violates these Terms, the Company may modify the content of the commission type at its discretion, and if deemed necessary, may deny the validity of any commission contract being carried out under that commission type. | Article 22 (Registration of Commission Types) 4. If the Company determines that a Commission type registered by an Artist violates these Terms, the Company may modify the content of the Commission type at its discretion. Where deemed necessary, the Company may deny the validity of any Commission Contract being carried out under that Commission type, and take necessary measures, including canceling such Contracts or refusing to fulfill obligations upon their completion. |
| Article 27 (Delivery of Products) 2. The Artist may not engage in the following actions when delivering Products: a. Delivering the Product later than the expected delivery date specified in the commission contract. b. Delivering Products that contradict the content of the commission contract. c. Delivering Products to a Client that have already been delivered to a different Client, with minimal or no modifications. d. Delivering Products containing content that violates copyright laws or other relevant laws, including third-party works. e. Delivering Products containing content prohibited by laws related to the promotion and protection of information and communications networks, such as obscene material. f. Delivering Products containing content that contradicts social norms. | Article 27 (Delivery of Products) 2. The Artist may not engage in the following actions when delivering Products: a. Delivering the Product later than the expected delivery date specified in the commission contract. b. Delivering Products that contradict the content of the commission contract. c. Delivering Products to a Client that have already been delivered to a different Client, with minimal or no modifications. d. Delivering Products containing content that violates copyright laws or other relevant laws, including third-party works. e. Delivering Products containing content prohibited by laws related to the promotion and protection of information and communications networks, such as obscene material. f. Delivering Products created using generative AI in violation of Articles 42 and 45, without satisfying the requirements for exception of prior notice, prior consent, and transparency disclosure. g. Delivering Products containing content that contradicts social norms. |
| Article 30 (Completion of Commission Contract) 1. A commission contract is considered complete in the following cases: a. When the Product of a valid commission contract is delivered and approved by the Client. b. When the Product of a valid commission contract is delivered and three days have passed with no response from the Client. | Article 30 (Completion of Commission Contract) 1. A commission contract is considered complete in the following cases: a. When the Product of a valid commission contract is delivered and approved by the Client. b. When the Product of a valid commission contract is delivered and five days have passed with no response from the Client. |
| Article 31 (Commission Unsuitable for Sale) 2. Commissions unsuitable for sale are divided into Commissions Prohibited for Sale and Commissions with Sales Restrictions: a. Commissions Prohibited for Sale: Commissions that cannot be sold or distributed under applicable laws, such as those involving intellectual property infringement or unregistered audiovisual media. b. Commissions with Sales Restrictions: Commissions subject to legal restrictions on sales methods, locations, or target buyers; commissions posing potential harm to Clients; commissions hindering smooth transaction processing; or other commissions deemed socially inappropriate for sale or restricted by company policy. | Article 31 (Commission Unsuitable for Sale) 2. Commissions unsuitable for sale are divided into Commissions Prohibited for Sale and Commissions with Sales Restrictions: a. Commissions Prohibited for Sale: Commissions that cannot be sold or distributed under applicable laws and regulations, such as those involving intellectual property infringement or unregistered audiovisual media, as well as Commissions in which generative AI has been used to create all or part of the Product in violation of the prohibition under Article 42, without satisfying the requirements for exception set forth in Article 45 (prior notice, prior consent, and transparency disclosure). b. Commissions with Sales Restrictions: Commissions subject to legal restrictions on sales methods, locations, or target buyers, Commissions posing potential harm to Clients, Commissions hindering smooth transaction processing, Commissions deemed socially inappropriate for sale or restricted under these Terms and Conditions or the Companyās policies, and Commissions that partially satisfy the requirements for exception set forth in Article 45 but involve the use of generative AI in a manner that exceeds the scope agreed upon with the Client. |
| - | Article 31 (Commission Unsuitable for Sale) 7. In the case of Products created using generative AI in violation of Articles 42 and 45, the Company may apply the measures set forth in this Article concurrently with the sanctions under Article 44. |
| Article 40 (Conversion of Revenue into Points) 5. Any revenue that is not converted into points within five years from the date of payment will automatically expire. | Contents deleted |
| - | Section 5. Prohibition on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (As written at the bottom of the full text) |
| Article 46 (Rights Related to Member Content) 1. Copyright for content directly posted by members on the service, such as commission types or reviews, belongs to each individual member. | Article 50 (Rights Related to Member Content) 1. Unless otherwise stipulated by applicable laws and regulations, copyright for content directly posted by Members on the service, such as Commission types or reviews, belongs to each individual Member. |
| - | Article 52 (Company Disclaimer) 7. The Company shall not be liable for any damages incurred by the Artist, Client, or any third party (including disputes arising from allegations of copyright infringement) resulting from, among other causes, the Artistās violation of the terms of service or licensing conditions of third-party generative AI services, defects, errors, or service interruptions of such AI services, or changes in the terms or policies of the AI service provider, unless such damages are caused by the Companyās willful misconduct or gross negligence. Any disputes arising under this paragraph shall be resolved by the Artist in accordance with Article 45, and the Company may assist in Dispute Resolution Procedures pursuant to Article 33. |
New Contents (Section 5. Prohibition on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence)
Article 42 (Prohibition on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence)
(Definition of Generative Artificial Intelligence) For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, āGenerative Artificial Intelligenceā (hereinafter, āGenerative AIā) refers to artificial intelligence systems that automatically generate new content such as text, images, music, or video, based on user inputs (prompts). Examples of such services include, but are not limited to, the following, and the Company may update this list and publish it on its website in accordance with technological developments:
a.Text-generating AI (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)
b. Image-generating AI (e.g., Midjourney, DALLĀ·E, Stable Diffusion)
c.Music-generating AI (e.g., Suno, Udio)
d. Video-generating AI (e.g., Runway)- The Company, in order to maintain the authenticity and quality of Creative Works on the Site and to provide a space where Members can trust and enjoy works created by human creators, in principle prohibits all Members from using generative AI on the site.
(Scope of Prohibition) Artists and Clients shall not use generative AI for any of the following acts, in connection with their use of the Site or in the process of producing Creative Works or Commission Products registered on the Site.
a. Creating all or part of a Creative Work using generative AI
b. Modifying or editing outputs generated by generative AI and registering or providing them as Creative Works or Products.
c. Using generative AI to generate foundational materials such as drafts, sketches, or musical scores, and incorporating them into the final output, including through retouching or tracing.
d. Using Products received under a Commission Contract to train generative AI.- (Compliance with the AI Framework Act) The Company shall comply with its obligations under the [ Framework Act on the Development of Artificial Intelligence and the Creation of a Foundation for Trust ] (āAI Framework Actā). Where the use of generative AI is detected on the site, the Company may take measures to ensure that users can clearly recognize such use, including by providing labels (e.g., identification icons, tags, or watermarks) or issuing separate notices.
Article 43 (Verification and Substantiation of Generative AI Use)
(Verification Procedure) Where the Company suspects that registered Creative Works or Commission Products have been created using generative AI, it may request substantiation from the relevant Artist by the following methods. In such cases, the Company shall notify the Artist of the period for substantiation and that a declaration of intent may be deemed made if the Artist fails to respond within such period. For the purpose of verifying whether generative AI has been used, the Company may employ a combination of the following measures: (i) scanning the metadata of the Product, (ii) use of AI detection software, (iii) visual and technical review by personnel, and (iv) reports or submissions from third parties.
a. Working files documenting the creative processes (e.g., layered files, drafts)
b. Video recordings capturing the entire creative process
c. A list of tools and software used, along with a detailed description of the working method
d. Any other materials reasonably requested by the Company(Verification Principles) The Company shall conduct the verification procedure in accordance with the following principles:
a. The Company shall make its determination based on the submitted materials, in accordance with its internal guidelines, and with due care and diligence.
b. Any good-faith, reasonable suspicion based determination made by the Company, and any temporary measures taken in connection therewith, shall be deemed a legitimate exercise of the Companyās management authority for the purpose of maintaining a safe transaction environment on the Platform.
c. The Company and its personnel shall not bear any civil or criminal liability for determinations made in accordance with internal procedures without willful misconduct or gross negligence, even if such determinations are subsequently found to be inconsistent with the actual facts.
d. In the course of verifying facts related to the use of generative AI, the Company may, taking into account the urgency and seriousness of the matter, suspend the relevant Commission Contract and temporarily restrict the Artistās ability to conduct transactions and withdraw Revenue until substantiation is completed. Such measures under this paragraph shall not be construed as a determination of fault on the part of the Artist, but rather as part of the verification procedure intended to prevent further harm and to ensure a fair investigative environment pending confirmation of the relevant facts.- (Duty of Good Faith) Members shall not, for the purpose of obstructing or distorting the Companyās or a third partyās verification of the use of generative AI, delete or alter metadata of Products (including content source authentication information such as EXIF or C2PA), or falsify or manipulate substantiation materials (such as working files, timelapse recordings, or screenshots) for submission. In the event of a violation of this paragraph, the Company may deem the relevant Creative Work to have been created using generative AI and may immediately impose sanctions pursuant to Article 44.
- (Retention and Disposal of Submitted Materials) The Company shall not provide or disclose submitted materials to any third party (including the Client) for purposes other than fact verification, and shall promptly delete such materials from its servers upon completion of the verification procedure in order to protect Membersā copyrights and technical know-how.
- (Substantiation Period) The Artist shall submit substantiation materials within seven days from the date of receiving the request for substantiation. If the Artist fails to submit such materials within the substantiation period without justifiable cause, the Company may deem the relevant Creative Work to have been created using generative AI.
- (Objection) If the Artist objects to the Companyās determination, they may file an objection in accordance with the procedures prescribed by the Company within fourteen days from the date of receiving notice of the determination. The Company shall notify the Artist of the result of its review within fourteen days from the date the objection is received.
Article 44 (Sanctions for Violation of the Prohibition on the Use of Generative AI)
(Sanctions) If a Member violates the prohibition on the use of generative AI, the Company may impose one or more of the following sanctions, either individually or cumulatively, depending on the severity of the violation.
a. Minor violations, such as where a Creative Work using generative AI has been posted without any transaction taking place and thus where no actual harm has occurred :
i. Warning
ii. Making the Commission type private
iii. Restriction on transactions for seven days
b. Serious or repeated violations, including where a transaction involving Products created using generative AI has been confirmed, or in the event of repeated Terms of Service violations or serious violations even after warnings.
i. Temporary suspension and recovery of Revenue
ii. Deletion of the Commission type and suspension of sales
iii. Temporary suspension of transactions (from a minimum of fifteen days to a maximum of one year, depending on the outcome of substantiation)
c. Intentional or repeated violations that seriously undermine the reliability of the Platform: Permanent suspension of the account and termination of the Service Use Agreement.
- (Refunds and Damages) If any Products created in violation of the prohibition on the use of generative AI have already been sold, the Artist shall be responsible for issuing refunds to the Client and shall indemnify the Company for any damages incurred as a result.
- (Right of Recourse) Depending on the severity of the matter, the Company may refund the Client using the Artistās Revenue in cases of clear violations of this Section, and may exercise a right of recourse against the Artist for such refunded amount.
- (Additional Sanction Principles) Where it is clearly established that a Member has abused the requirements for exception under Article 45 such as by using generative AI while intentionally concealing such use or providing false disclosures, thereby deceiving the Company or other Members, the Company may impose additional sanctions.
- (Prior Notice) Before taking measures such as account suspension or termination of the Service Use Agreement, the Company shall notify the Artist of the relevant facts and grounds and provide an opportunity for substantiation in accordance with Article 43. However, where urgent action is required, such as where there is a risk of serious harm to the Platformās reliability or where clear and significant damage to other Members is anticipated, the Company may provide such notice after the fact.
Article 45 (Requirements for Exceptions and Limited Permitted Use of Generative AI)
- Notwithstanding Article 42, which in principle prohibits the use of generative AI in order to maintain the authenticity and quality of Creative Works on the site and to provide a space where Members can trust and enjoy works created by human creators, the Company, in recognition of certain areas (such as coding commissions) where limited use of generative AI may be permitted by prior agreement, allows such use on an exceptional and limited basis only where all requirements set forth in this Article are satisfied. To prevent abuse of such limited use, the principle of additional sanctions under Article 44 shall apply in cases of misuse.
(Prohibited Content) Notwithstanding this Article, the following Creative Works and Products are excluded from the scope of exceptional permitted use under this Article, and shall not, under any circumstances, be created or registered using generative AI.
a. Deepfake content that unlawfully synthesizes or manipulates an individualās face, voice, or body
b. Content containing false information or defaming another person
c. Content infringing upon another personās rights of publicity, name rights, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights
d. Content prohibited under applicable laws and regulations, including obscene material and child or youth sexual exploitation material
e. Content that promotes hate or discrimination, or glorifies violence(Principles) In order to be granted exceptional and limited permission to use generative AI, Artists must comply with all of the following principles in good faith and in accordance with the principle of good faith and fair dealing.
a. (Principle of Prior Notice) Generative AI use must be disclosed to the Client in advance.
b. (Principle of Prior Consent) The use of generative AI must be agreed upon with the Client in advance.
c. (Principle of Transparency Disclosure in Generative AI Use) The use of generative AI in the Product must be indicated, or equivalent measures must be taken to ensure such disclosure.
d. (Principle of Ethical Tool Use) The terms of service and licensing conditions of the generative AI tools used (including, but not limited to, commercial use permissions, copyright ownership, and scope of use of outputs) must lawfully permit the creation, delivery, and use of the Product.(Conditions) In order to be granted exceptional and limited permission for the use of generative AI, Artists must comply with all of the following principles in accordance with the principle of good faith and fair dealing. If any of the following conditions is not satisfied, the effect of the exceptional and limited permission under this Article shall not apply.
a. (Condition of Prior Notice) The Artist shall take appropriate measures to ensure that the Client is informed, prior to submitting the Application Form, that generative AI will be used in the creation of the Commission Product.
b. (Condition of Prior Consent) The Artist shall obtain the Clientās consent, prior to payment, regarding the use of generative AI and its primary methods of use. The terms of such agreement shall be recorded in a verifiable form, such as through the Serviceās messaging system.
c. (Condition of Transparency Disclosure in Generative AI Use) When delivering the Product, the Artist shall clearly indicate, or take equivalent disclosure measures to ensure the Clientās clear awareness of, the circumstances of each of the following items.
i. Whether generative AI was used
ii. The name of the generative AI service(s) used
iii. Methods of using generative AI
d. (Condition of Ethical Tool Use) Where an Artist uses generative AI, they must, in advance, review and comply with the terms of service and licensing conditions of the relevant AI service provider, including but not limited to whether commercial use is permitted, copyright ownership, and the scope of use of outputs. The Artist must not violate such terms. If any damage arises to the Client or any third party as a result of a breach of such terms, all legal and financial liability shall be borne solely by the Artist. Where necessary, the Artist shall, upon request by the Company, submit evidence of compliance with the applicable terms of service, including the license type of the AI service used (e.g., paid, free, commercial license) and proof of adherence to its terms and conditions.
(Principle of Use of Non-Generative AI Tools for Creative Assistance) The use of AI tools that are not based on generative AI, for purposes that do not directly generate the core ideas or expressive elements of a Creative Work but instead support the Artistās original creative activity or improve technical quality, as set forth in each of the following items, shall not be deemed as āuse of generative AIā under these Terms and Conditions.
a. Spelling and grammar correction tools (e.g., spell checkers)
b. Image post-processing tools such as color correction and noise reduction
c. Music editing assistance tools such as pitch and rhythm correction
d. AI-assisted tools in voice synthesis engines such as VOCALOID, CeVIO, and Synthesizer V
e. Other tools that do not generate creative content but solely improve technical quality of the work- (Sanctions for Violation of Principles and Conditions) Where the requirements set forth herein are not satisfied, or where generative AI is used beyond the scope of any agreed terms even if such requirements are otherwise satisfied, the substantiation procedures under Article 43 and the sanctions under Article 44 shall apply. Such works may also be treated as Commissions unsuitable for sale pursuant to Article 31.