Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the SecureCyber.tech website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

2. Services Description

SecureCyber.tech provides cybersecurity services including but not limited to:

• FortiGate firewall implementation and deployment
• Network security consulting
• Security infrastructure management
• Employee security training
• Vulnerability assessments
• Compliance assistance

Specific service details, scope, and pricing will be outlined in individual service agreements or statements of work.

3. Service Agreements

3.1 Engagement

All services require a written agreement (Master Services Agreement, Statement of Work, or similar document) signed by both parties. These Terms supplement but do not replace specific service agreements.

3.2 Scope of Work

The scope of services will be clearly defined in the service agreement. Any changes to the scope must be agreed upon in writing by both parties.

3.3 Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Grant necessary access to systems and facilities
• Designate authorized personnel for decision-making
• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner
• Maintain backup copies of critical data

4. Payment Terms

4.1 Pricing

Service pricing will be specified in the applicable service agreement. Unless otherwise stated, all prices are in USD and exclude applicable taxes.

4.2 Payment Schedule

Payment terms will be outlined in the service agreement. Standard terms are net 30 days from invoice date unless otherwise specified.

4.3 Late Payment

Late payments may be subject to interest charges of 1.5% per month (18% annually) or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower. We reserve the right to suspend services for overdue accounts.

4.4 Disputes

If you dispute any invoice, you must notify us in writing within 15 days of the invoice date. Undisputed portions must be paid on time.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership

All intellectual property rights in our services, documentation, methodologies, and deliverables (excluding client-specific configurations and data) remain our property or that of our licensors.

5.2 License

Upon full payment, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use deliverables for your internal business purposes. This license does not include the right to modify, distribute, or create derivative works.

5.3 Client Data

You retain all rights to your data and information. We claim no ownership rights to client data and will handle it in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable agreements.

6. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or confidential information disclosed during the engagement. This obligation survives termination of the service agreement.

Confidential information does not include information that:

• Is or becomes publicly available through no breach of this agreement
• Was rightfully known prior to disclosure
• Is independently developed
• Is rightfully obtained from a third party without restriction

7. Warranties and Disclaimers

7.1 Service Warranty

We warrant that our services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. This warranty is valid for 90 days from service completion.

7.2 Disclaimer

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED, OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

• Our services will meet all your requirements
• Services will be uninterrupted or error-free
• All security vulnerabilities will be identified or prevented
• Systems will be immune from attacks or breaches

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1 General Limitation

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO OUR SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICES GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

8.2 Exclusion of Damages

WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

8.3 Exceptions

These limitations do not apply to:

• Liability for gross negligence or willful misconduct
• Breaches of confidentiality obligations
• Violations of intellectual property rights
• Liabilities that cannot be excluded by law

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SecureCyber.tech and its employees from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our services in violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any law or regulation
• Infringement of third-party rights
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

10. Term and Termination

10.1 Term

Service agreements shall commence on the effective date specified and continue for the term stated in the agreement.

10.2 Termination for Convenience

Either party may terminate ongoing services with 30 days' written notice. You remain liable for all fees for services performed prior to termination.

10.3 Termination for Cause

Either party may terminate immediately if the other party:

• Materially breaches these Terms or the service agreement
• Becomes insolvent or enters bankruptcy proceedings
• Ceases business operations

10.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• All outstanding fees become immediately due
• We will return or destroy client data as requested
• Licenses to use our deliverables terminate (except for paid deliverables)
• Confidentiality obligations survive

11. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, governmental actions, or internet/telecommunications failures.

12. Independent Contractor

SecureCyber.tech is an independent contractor, not an employee, agent, or partner of the client. Nothing in these Terms creates an employment, agency, or partnership relationship.

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes via email or website notice. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

14. Governing Law and Disputes

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, USA, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

14.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If unsuccessful, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in San Francisco, California, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

14.3 Class Action Waiver

All claims must be brought in the parties' individual capacity and not as a class action or representative proceeding.

15. General Provisions

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with any service agreements and our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between the parties.

15.2 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.

15.3 Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

15.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate or successor.

15.5 Notices

Notices must be sent in writing to the addresses specified in the service agreement or to legal@securecyber.tech.

16. Contact Information

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