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Terms of Service

The rules and guidelines governing the use of Smart Folder

Last Updated: September 15, 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Smart Folder ("the Software"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Software.

Smart Folder ("we", "our", or "us") reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Software following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. License and Use

2.1 License Grant

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use the Software for your personal or internal business purposes in accordance with its documentation and these Terms.

2.2 Free and Paid Versions

The Software is available in both free and paid versions:

  • Free Version: Allows protection of files up to 500MB with basic features.
  • Paid Versions: Provide additional features and higher file size limits based on the subscription plan.

2.3 Restrictions

You agree not to:

  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software.
  • Modify or create derivative works based on the Software.
  • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.
  • Use the Software to store or transmit malicious code or engage in any activity that disrupts the Software.
  • Use the Software in violation of applicable laws or regulations.
  • Sell, sublicense, rent, lease, or otherwise transfer your rights to the Software.

3. Subscription and Payment

3.1 Subscription Plans

We offer various subscription plans based on file size requirements. The features and limitations of each plan are described on our pricing page.

3.2 Payment

For paid subscriptions, you agree to pay all fees associated with your selected plan. All payments are non-refundable except as expressly stated in these Terms or as required by applicable law.

3.3 Billing Cycle

Subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis, depending on the plan you select. Your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel it before the renewal date.

3.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Upon cancellation, you will continue to have access to paid features until the end of your current billing period, after which your account will revert to the free version.

4. User Content and Responsibilities

4.1 Your Content

You retain all rights to any files or content you process using the Software ("User Content"). We do not claim ownership of your User Content.

4.2 Your Responsibilities

You are solely responsible for:

  • All User Content you process using the Software.
  • Ensuring you have the necessary rights to use, protect, and distribute your User Content.
  • Ensuring your use of the Software complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintaining appropriate security measures for your account credentials and protected files.

4.3 Prohibited Content

You agree not to use the Software to process, protect, or distribute content that:

  • Infringes on intellectual property rights or other proprietary rights.
  • Contains malware, viruses, or other malicious code.
  • Is illegal, harmful, threatening, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable.
  • Violates any applicable laws or regulations.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership

The Software, including all intellectual property rights therein, is owned by Smart Folder. These Terms do not grant you any rights to use our trademarks, logos, domain names, or other brand features.

5.2 Feedback

If you provide feedback, ideas, or suggestions regarding the Software ("Feedback"), you grant us a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, modify, and incorporate the Feedback into our products and services.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

6.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SOFTWARE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.

6.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SMART FOLDER, ITS AFFILIATES, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE.

IN NO EVENT WILL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US FOR THE SOFTWARE IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE LIABILITY, OR $100 IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD ANY PAYMENT OBLIGATIONS TO US.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Smart Folder, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Software.
  • Your User Content.
  • Your violation of these Terms.
  • Your violation of any rights of another party.

8. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Software immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Software will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

9. General Provisions

9.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

9.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the Software shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If such negotiations fail, the dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Association].

9.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

9.4 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Smart Folder regarding the Software and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

9.5 Waiver

No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term, and our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@smartfolder.com

Address: Smart Folder Inc., 123 Security Street, Suite 456, Tech City, TC 78901

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