Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 14, 2025
Legal terms governing your use of Askbuc, Inc. services and website.
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website, services, and products provided by Askbuc, Inc. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use our services.
Important: All professional engagements require execution of a formal Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and Master Services Agreement (MSA) before commencement of work.
By using this website or engaging our services, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts. If you are accessing on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Askbuc, Inc. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.
Askbuc, Inc. provides enterprise IT consulting and implementation services, including but not limited to:
- Enterprise & Government IT infrastructure design and implementation
- Data platforms, databases, and analytics solutions
- AI datacenter planning, deployment, and management
- CIO office advisory and strategic planning
- Private client technology services
- AI systems and communications platforms
- Marketing technology and advertising systems
- Biometric banking security solutions
Specific services, deliverables, timelines, and pricing are defined in individual Statements of Work (SOWs) executed under a Master Services Agreement.
All professional engagements are conducted under strict Non-Disclosure Agreements.
Before any technical discussions, project planning, or service delivery, clients must execute a mutual NDA. This protects both parties' confidential information, trade secrets, technical specifications, and business strategies.
Confidential Information includes:
- Technical architectures, designs, and specifications
- Business strategies, financial information, and pricing
- Source code, algorithms, and proprietary methodologies
- Client identities, project details, and case studies (unless explicitly authorized)
- Security protocols, access credentials, and vulnerability assessments
Breach of NDA: Unauthorized disclosure may result in immediate termination of services, legal action, and liability for damages including injunctive relief.
You agree to:
- Provide Accurate Information: Submit truthful, complete, and current information in all communications
- Maintain Security: Protect account credentials, access tokens, and any materials we provide
- Comply with Laws: Use services in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
- Respect IP Rights: Not copy, modify, or reverse-engineer our proprietary materials or methodologies
- Timely Payment: Pay all fees according to agreed payment terms (typically Net 30)
- Cooperation: Provide necessary access, information, and resources for service delivery
You may not use our services or website to:
- Violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
- Transmit malware, viruses, or malicious code
- Attempt unauthorized access to our systems or client environments
- Interfere with or disrupt service operations
- Harvest data or scrape content without permission
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading practices
- Compete with or replicate our services using our methodologies
Violation of prohibited uses may result in immediate termination of services and legal action.
Company IP: All website content, methodologies, frameworks, tools, and pre-existing materials remain the exclusive property of Askbuc, Inc. No license or transfer of ownership is granted except as explicitly stated in a signed agreement.
Client IP: Client retains ownership of their pre-existing materials, data, and business information.
Work Product: Ownership of custom deliverables (code, designs, documentation) is defined in the applicable SOW. Typically, clients receive a license or ownership upon full payment, while we retain rights to reusable components and methodologies.
Third-Party Components: Some deliverables may include open-source or third-party software subject to separate license terms.
Fees: Service fees are defined in individual SOWs. Pricing may be fixed-price, time-and-materials, or retainer-based depending on project scope.
Invoicing: Invoices are issued according to SOW milestones or monthly for ongoing services. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice date unless otherwise agreed.
Late Payment: Late payments may incur interest at 1.5% per month (18% annually) or the maximum rate permitted by law. We reserve the right to suspend services for accounts more than 30 days overdue.
Expenses: Client reimburses reasonable out-of-pocket expenses (travel, third-party services) with prior approval and documentation.
Taxes: Fees are exclusive of taxes. Client is responsible for all applicable sales, use, VAT, or other taxes (excluding taxes on our income).
8. Warranties & Disclaimers
Limited Warranty: We warrant that services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. Specific performance warranties are defined in SOWs.
DISCLAIMER:
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN A SIGNED SOW, SERVICES AND WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR UNINTERRUPTED/ERROR-FREE OPERATION. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS OR THAT RESULTS WILL BE ACHIEVED.
9. Limitation of Liability
IMPORTANT LIMITATION:
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ASKBUC, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, DATA LOSS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR COST OF SUBSTITUTE SERVICES, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY CLIENT FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICES GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR $10,000, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Askbuc, Inc., its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:
- Your use of our services or website
- Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws
- Your infringement of third-party rights
- Your breach of confidentiality obligations
- Content or data you provide to us
11. Termination
By Client: You may terminate services according to the terms specified in your SOW, typically with 30 days written notice. You remain liable for fees incurred prior to termination.
By Company: We may terminate or suspend services immediately if you breach these Terms, fail to pay invoices, or engage in prohibited activities.
Effect of Termination: Upon termination, you must immediately cease using our services and materials. Confidentiality obligations, payment obligations, and IP rights survive termination.
12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Jurisdiction: Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Maricopa County, Arizona. You consent to personal jurisdiction in these courts.
Arbitration: For disputes involving amounts less than $100,000, either party may elect binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive the right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.
13. Miscellaneous
Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with any executed SOWs and NDAs, constitute the entire agreement between you and Askbuc, Inc.
Amendments: We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on our website. Material changes will be communicated via email.
Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.
Severability: If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.
Assignment: You may not assign these Terms without our written consent. We may assign to affiliates or in connection with a merger or acquisition.
Force Majeure: Neither party is liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond reasonable control (natural disasters, war, pandemics, etc.).
14. Contact Information
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