Blinc – Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: 20250101

Welcome to Blinc (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We provide an online platform that enables users to create, manage, and export business cases at various service levels (the “Service”). The following Terms & Conditions (“T&C” or “Agreement”) govern your access to and use of https://www.blinc.com (the “Website”) and all related services provided by Blinc. By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by this T&C. If you do not agree with any part of this T&C, you must not use or access our Service.

1. Eligibility and Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Eligibility
To use our Service, you must:
   •    Be at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction (18 years in most countries).
   •    Have the legal capacity to enter into this Agreement.

1.2 Acceptance
By creating an account on our Website or otherwise using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this T&C, including any additional terms and conditions referenced herein or provided in the future.

2. Accounts and User Responsibilities

2.1 Account Registration
   •    Users (“End-Users”) must create an account to access certain features of our Service.
   •    All information provided during registration must be accurate, current, and complete.
   •    You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activities that occur under your account.

2.2 User Obligations
   •    You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful, fraudulent, or unauthorized purpose.
   •    You shall promptly update your account information to keep it true, accurate, and complete.
   •    You are solely responsible for safeguarding your account and ensuring that your use complies with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.

3. Service Levels and Payments

3.1 Service Levels
Blinc offers different Business Case (“BC”) creator levels with corresponding features:
   •    Basic
   •    Intermediate
   •    Enterprise

Each level may include unique functionalities, support options, and limitations, as outlined on the Website.

3.2 Payment Terms
   •    Certain features or tiers of the Service require payment. Available payment options will be provided at checkout (e.g., credit card, PayPal, bank transfer, etc.).
   •    You agree to pay all fees or charges associated with your chosen service level in a timely manner and in accordance with the billing terms in effect at the time the fee or charge becomes payable.

3.3 Billing and Renewal
   •    For subscription-based plans, you authorize Blinc to automatically bill you at the end of each subscription period unless you cancel your subscription in accordance with our cancellation policy.
   •    Prices for our paid tiers may change. We will provide notice of any price changes by posting the new prices on our Website or via email.

3.4 Refunds
   •    Except as required by law, any fee paid is non-refundable.
   •    If you believe you are entitled to a refund (e.g., due to technical issues or other valid reasons), please contact us at [support email or contact form].

4. Ownership and Intellectual Property

4.1 Business Case Ownership
All Business Cases generated through the Service (“User-Generated Content”) are owned by the End-User who created or paid for them. You retain any intellectual property rights you hold in your User-Generated Content.

4.2 License to Blinc
By using our Service, you grant Blinc a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to store, host, and process your User-Generated Content for the purpose of providing the Service. We will not use, share, or modify your User-Generated Content except as necessary to provide you with the Service or as otherwise required by law.

4.3 Blinc’s Intellectual Property
   •    All content, trademarks, service marks, logos, and other intellectual property on the Website (excluding User-Generated Content) are the property of Blinc or its licensors and are protected by international copyright and trademark laws.
   •    You may not use, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any of our protected materials without our express written permission.

5. Use of the Service

5.1 License Grant
Blinc grants you a limited, revocable, non-transferable, and non-exclusive license to access and use the Service strictly in accordance with this Agreement.

5.2 Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
   •    Use the Service in any manner that could disable, overburden, or impair the functionality of the Website or its servers.
   •    Circumvent or attempt to circumvent any security features of the Service.
   •    Reverse-engineer or otherwise exploit any part of the Service, except to the extent expressly permitted by applicable law.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

6.1 As-Is Basis
The Service is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. Blinc makes no representations or warranties of any kind regarding the operation of the Service or the information, content, or materials provided.

6.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy or Suitability
The Business Cases generated by Blinc’s platform may include estimates, forecasts, or analysis. While we strive to offer valuable insights, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of such information for your specific needs. You are solely responsible for any decisions made or actions taken based on your use of the Service.

6.3 No Warranty
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Blinc disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 Maximum Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Blinc and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, revenues, data, or use arising from or related to your use of the Service.

7.2 Total Liability
In no event shall Blinc’s total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount you have paid to Blinc in the last twelve (12) months, or USD $100 (or the equivalent in local currency), whichever is greater.

7.3 Applicability
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the extent permitted by law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Blinc and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any and all claims, actions, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from:
   1.    Your use of and access to the Service.
   2.    Your breach or alleged breach of this T&C.
   3.    Your violation of any third-party right, including without limitation any copyright, property, or privacy right.

9. Compliance with Local Regulations

We operate in various jurisdictions (including EMEA and the US). You agree to comply with all applicable local laws and regulations regarding your use of the Service. If you access or use the Service from jurisdictions outside of Blinc’s primary operational regions, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by Blinc
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and/or access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, for any breach of this T&C or for any other valid reason at our sole discretion.

10.2 Termination by User
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [support email]. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Service.

10.3 Survival of Provisions
All provisions of this T&C which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

11. Modifications to the T&C

Blinc may update or modify this T&C from time to time at its sole discretion. In the event of a material change, we will notify users by posting a notice on our Website or emailing you at the address associated with your account. Your continued use of the Service after any changes to this T&C become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised T&C.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Specify Governing Jurisdiction (e.g., the State of Delaware, USA)], without regard to conflict-of-law provisions.

12.2 Dispute Resolution
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this T&C or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof, shall be resolved through negotiation in good faith. If such negotiation fails, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Specify Arbitration Body]. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

13. Severability

If any provision of this T&C is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law.

14. No Waiver

Blinc’s failure to enforce any right or provision of this T&C shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

15. Entire Agreement

This T&C, together with any other legal notices or agreements published by Blinc on the Website, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Blinc concerning the Service, and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, whether electronic, oral, or written, between you and Blinc with respect to the Service.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this T&C, or if you need to request any information from Blinc, please contact us at:
   •    Email: [support@blinc.com]
   •    Address: [Blinc Office Address]
   •    Phone: [Support Phone Number]

By using the Blinc Service, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Disclaimer

This sample T&C is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For a final, binding document that meets all regulatory requirements, consult a qualified attorney with experience in international and technology law, especially given your operation in multiple jurisdictions.