Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions apply to all visitors, users, and others who wish to access or use our services. By accessing our website or engaging our accounting services, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these terms, whether or not you become a formal client.

If you disagree with any part of these terms, you do not have permission to access our website or use our services. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any modifications we may make to these terms.

General Obligations

As a user of our website and services, you agree to:

1. 1. Provide accurate, truthful, and complete information when communicating with us or submitting forms
2. 2. Maintain the security and confidentiality of any account credentials or access information provided to you
3. 3. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any security breaches
4. 4. Comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations
5. 5. Respect the intellectual property rights of Clariture and third parties
6. 6. Use our services only for their intended lawful purposes

Prohibited Activities

You expressly agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• ✗ Using our services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• ✗ Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or data
• ✗ Interfering with or disrupting the operation of our website or services
• ✗ Transmitting viruses, malware, or any other harmful code
• ✗ Engaging in any form of automated data collection without permission
• ✗ Impersonating any person or entity or falsely stating your affiliation
• ✗ Harassing, threatening, or defaming others through our services

If you engage Clariture for accounting services, you acknowledge and agree to the following responsibilities:

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Clariture, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of our services, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any third-party rights. This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these terms and your use of our services.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Clariture disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied, including but not limited to:

• • Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• • Warranties that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content on our website

Professional Services Disclaimer

While we strive to provide high-quality accounting services, we make no warranties or guarantees regarding:

• • Specific outcomes or results from our services
• • Tax savings or financial benefits
• • Compliance with all applicable regulations (which remains your responsibility)

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Clariture shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• • Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• • Loss of data or information
• • Business interruption or operational delays
• • Costs of substitute services or products

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory on which the claim is based, whether in contract, tort, negligence, or otherwise, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

For clients with active service agreements, our total liability shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for services during the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

Clariture shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance of our obligations under these terms if such failure or delay is due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

• • Acts of God, natural disasters, or severe weather conditions
• • War, terrorism, civil unrest, or public health emergencies
• • Government actions, regulations, or orders
• • Internet or telecommunications failures not within our control
• • Labor disputes or strikes

Informal Resolution

Before initiating any formal dispute resolution proceedings, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. Many disputes can be resolved through direct communication, and we are committed to working with you to find satisfactory solutions.

Arbitration Agreement

If informal resolution is unsuccessful, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except that:

• • Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property infringement
• • Small claims court actions are permitted for claims within that court's jurisdiction

The arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the rules of a mutually agreed-upon arbitration service. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. You agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within the United States for any actions or proceedings not subject to the arbitration provisions outlined above.

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. No waiver by Clariture of any term or condition shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition.

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any service agreements you may have with us, constitute the entire agreement between you and Clariture regarding your use of our website and services. These terms supersede and replace any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, regarding the subject matter herein.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this document. Material changes will be communicated through:

• • Prominent notice on our website
• • Email notification to registered users or active clients

Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the modified terms. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you should discontinue your use of our services.

Our services are intended for businesses and individuals who are at least 18 years of age. If you are under 18, you may not use our services or provide any personal information to us. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please reach out to us. We are committed to addressing your inquiries and resolving any issues that may arise.