Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to 0x Technologies ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, products, and services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use our Services.

Our Services include blockchain and web3 development, smart contract creation, decentralized application (dApp) development, tokenization services, blockchain consulting, and related technologies.

2. Use of Services

2.1 Eligibility

To use our Services, you must be at least 18 years old and possess the legal authority, right, and freedom to enter into a binding agreement with us. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

2.2 Account Registration

Some of our Services may require you to create an account. When you register for an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete. You are solely responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your account. We will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with these requirements.

2.3 Acceptable Use

You agree not to use our Services for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our Services. Specifically, you agree not to:

• Use our Services in any manner that could interfere with, disrupt, negatively affect, or inhibit other users from fully enjoying our Services
• Use our Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose, including money laundering, terrorist financing, or other activities that violate any applicable law or regulation
• Attempt to circumvent any security or access restrictions of our Services
• Introduce viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs, or other malicious or technologically harmful material to our systems
• Engage in any form of automated data collection or scraping without our express written consent
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers, systems, or networks

3. Blockchain Development Services

3.1 Project Requirements

For blockchain development services, you agree to provide clear and detailed requirements for your project. We will work with you to refine these requirements and create a Statement of Work (SOW) or similar document that outlines the scope, timeline, deliverables, and payment terms for the project.

3.2 Development Process

Our development process typically includes planning, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance phases. We will keep you informed of progress throughout the development process and provide opportunities for your feedback and approval.

3.3 Smart Contract Development

For smart contract development services, you acknowledge that:

• Smart contracts are immutable once deployed to a blockchain
• We cannot guarantee that smart contracts will be entirely free from vulnerabilities or bugs
• We recommend thorough auditing by independent third parties before deploying smart contracts to production environments
• We are not responsible for any losses resulting from vulnerabilities in smart contract code that was approved by you

4. Intellectual Property

4.1 Our Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, brand names, and service marks displayed on our website or used in our Services are our property or the property of our licensors or partners. You may not use, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, or modify these materials without our prior written consent.

4.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of any content you provide to us in connection with the Services ("Your Content"). By providing Your Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute Your Content in connection with providing the Services to you.

4.3 Project Deliverables

Ownership of project deliverables will be governed by the terms of the specific agreement (e.g., Statement of Work) between you and us. Unless otherwise specified in that agreement:

• Upon full payment of all fees, you will own the final deliverables specifically created for you
• We retain ownership of all pre-existing materials, tools, frameworks, and components used in creating the deliverables
• We retain the right to use general knowledge, skills, and experience acquired during the development process
• We may showcase the project as part of our portfolio, unless you expressly request otherwise in writing

4.4 Open Source Components

Our deliverables may incorporate open source software components. Your use of these components is subject to the terms of the applicable open source licenses. We will inform you of any significant open source components used in your project.

5. Fees and Payment

5.1 Service Fees

Our fees for the Services will be specified in the applicable agreement (e.g., Statement of Work) between you and us. Unless otherwise stated, all fees are quoted in US Dollars and do not include applicable taxes, which will be charged separately if required.

5.2 Payment Terms

Payment terms will be specified in the applicable agreement. Typically, we require:

• An initial deposit before work begins
• Milestone payments throughout the development process
• Final payment upon project completion

You agree to pay all fees by the due dates specified. Late payments may incur interest charges and/or result in a suspension of Services.

5.3 Cryptocurrency Payments

We may accept payment in select cryptocurrencies. If you choose to pay in cryptocurrency:

• The exchange rate will be determined at the time of payment using a reputable exchange rate provider
• You are responsible for all transaction fees associated with the cryptocurrency payment
• Payments must be made from wallets that you control and that are not associated with any illegal activities

6. Confidentiality

Each party may disclose confidential information to the other party in connection with the Services. "Confidential Information" means all non-public information disclosed by one party ("Disclosing Party") to the other party ("Receiving Party") that is marked as confidential or that reasonably should be understood to be confidential given the nature of the information and the circumstances of disclosure.

The Receiving Party agrees to:

• Maintain the confidentiality of the Disclosing Party's Confidential Information
• Use the Confidential Information solely for the purpose of providing or receiving the Services
• Protect the Confidential Information with the same degree of care it uses to protect its own confidential information (but no less than reasonable care)
• Not disclose the Confidential Information to any third party without the Disclosing Party's prior written consent

These confidentiality obligations will survive the termination of these Terms for a period of three (3) years.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE, OUR DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, PARTNERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICES
• ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON THE SERVICES
• ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE SERVICES
• UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE, OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT
• BUGS, ERRORS, VIRUSES, TROJAN HORSES, OR THE LIKE THAT MAY BE TRANSMITTED TO OR THROUGH OUR SERVICES

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO US FOR THE SERVICES DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD PRIOR TO THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE LIABILITY.

THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS SECTION SHALL APPLY TO ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, STATUTE, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR OTHERWISE.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

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

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

• THE SERVICES WILL FUNCTION UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR AVAILABLE AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME OR LOCATION
• ANY ERRORS OR DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED
• THE SERVICES ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS
• THE RESULTS OF USING THE SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IS EXPERIMENTAL AND THAT THERE ARE INHERENT RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH BLOCKCHAIN APPLICATIONS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO VOLATILITY, SECURITY VULNERABILITIES, REGULATORY UNCERTAINTY, AND TECHNICAL LIMITATIONS.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our subsidiaries, affiliates, and all of our respective officers, agents, partners, and employees, from and against any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses, made by any third party due to or arising out of:

• Your use of the Services
• Your breach of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of a third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights
• Your violation of any applicable laws, rules, or regulations

We reserve the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter for which you are required to indemnify us, and you agree to cooperate with our defense of these claims. You agree not to settle any matter without our prior written consent.

10. Termination

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

Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the Services, or contact us for account deletion.

For project-based Services, termination provisions will be governed by the applicable agreement (e.g., Statement of Work). Typically, either party may terminate with written notice if:

• The other party materially breaches the agreement and fails to cure such breach within 30 days of written notice
• The other party becomes insolvent, files for bankruptcy, or makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors

Upon early termination, you agree to pay for all Services performed up to the termination date.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our Services after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, you are no longer authorized to use the Services.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be resolved through the following process:

1. Informal Negotiation: The parties will first attempt to resolve the dispute informally through good faith negotiations. The complaining party must notify the other party in writing of the specific concern, and the parties will attempt to resolve it within 30 days of the notice.
2. Mediation: If the dispute cannot be resolved through informal negotiation, the parties agree to seek resolution through mediation in San Francisco, California, with a mutually agreed-upon mediator.
3. Arbitration: If mediation is unsuccessful, the dispute will be resolved through binding arbitration in San Francisco, California, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, each party shall have the right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief in a court of law.

13. General Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with any other agreements entered into between you and us regarding the Services, constitute the entire agreement between you and us concerning the Services.

13.2 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. The waiver of any such right or provision will be effective only if in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of our company.

13.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without our prior written consent. Any attempt by you to assign or transfer these Terms without such consent will be null and void. We may freely assign or transfer these Terms without restriction.

13.5 Force Majeure

We will not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes outside our reasonable control, including, but not limited to, acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor or materials, or failures of telecommunications or internet service providers.

14. Contact Us

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