Terms and Conditions

1. Legal Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute a binding legal agreement between you (the user or client) and ArchData. By accessing our website, engaging our services, or communicating with us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

If you are accessing our services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these terms. These terms apply to all interactions with ArchData, including website visits, service inquiries, and professional engagements.

Please read these terms carefully before using our services. If you do not agree with any provision, you must discontinue use of our website and services immediately.

2. User Obligations and Conduct

As a user of ArchData services, you agree to the following obligations:

Accuracy of Information

You must provide accurate, complete, and current information when communicating with us or submitting inquiries. Providing false or misleading information may result in termination of services and potential legal consequences.

Lawful Use

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. You shall not:

• Violate any local, national, or international law or regulation
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights of ArchData or third parties
• Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading practices
• Use our services to harm, threaten, or harass others
• Interfere with the proper functioning of our website or services

Professional Conduct

When engaging with ArchData representatives or using our services, you agree to maintain professional and respectful conduct. Abusive, threatening, or inappropriate behavior may result in immediate termination of services.

Confidentiality Obligations

You agree to maintain confidentiality of any proprietary information, methodologies, or trade secrets disclosed by ArchData during service provision. This obligation continues even after termination of services.

3. Prohibited Activities and Behaviors

The following activities are strictly prohibited when using ArchData services:

Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access restricted areas of our systems, networks, or confidential information
Reverse Engineering: Decompiling, disassembling, or reverse engineering any aspect of our proprietary methodologies or systems
Data Mining: Using automated tools to extract data from our website without explicit written permission
Competitive Intelligence: Using our services to gather competitive intelligence for competing data architecture firms
Malicious Code: Transmitting viruses, malware, or any code designed to disrupt or damage systems
Impersonation: Falsely representing yourself as an ArchData employee, representative, or affiliated party

4. Content Guidelines and Restrictions

When submitting content through our contact forms or communication channels:

Content must be relevant to professional data architecture consultation or services
You retain ownership of content you submit but grant us license to use it for service provision
Content must not contain sensitive personal data beyond what is necessary for service inquiries
You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to share any technical specifications or data you provide

5. Age Restrictions and Requirements

ArchData services are intended for business professionals and organizations. By using our services, you represent that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• If representing an organization, you have proper authority to act on its behalf
• You are not prohibited from receiving services under any applicable laws

6. User Responsibilities and Compliance

You are responsible for:

Legal Compliance

Ensuring your use of ArchData services complies with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, including data protection, export control, and industry-specific regulations.

Data Protection

Complying with GDPR, Cyprus data protection laws, and other privacy regulations when sharing information with us or implementing our recommendations.

Third-Party Interactions

Your interactions with third-party services, vendors, or platforms referenced through our services are your sole responsibility.

7. Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ArchData, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
• Your misuse of our services or website
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
• Any false or misleading information you provide
• Your unauthorized use of confidential information

This indemnification obligation includes reasonable attorney fees and costs. We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you.

8. Disclaimers and Warranties

ArchData provides services and information with the following disclaimers:

No Warranty of Results

While we strive for excellence, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes from implementing our recommendations. Data architecture outcomes depend on numerous factors beyond our control, including organizational commitment, technical infrastructure, and implementation quality.

Information Accuracy

Website content is provided for general information purposes. While we endeavor to keep information current and accurate, we make no representations or warranties regarding completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content.

Technology Dependencies

Our recommendations may reference third-party technologies that are subject to change. We disclaim responsibility for changes, discontinuation, or issues with third-party platforms.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

ArchData shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Business interruption or system failures
• Costs of substitute services or procurement
• Damages arising from third-party services or products
• Damages from unauthorized access to or use of our systems

For professional consulting services provided under separate engagement agreements, specific liability limitations and caps are defined in those agreements.

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

10. Consequential Damages Exclusion

Under no circumstances shall ArchData be liable for any consequential, indirect, or special damages whatsoever, including but not limited to lost revenue, lost profits, loss of expected savings, loss of business opportunity, loss of data, or loss of goodwill, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Force Majeure Provisions

ArchData shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:

Acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, or severe weather
War, terrorism, civil unrest, or government actions
Labor disputes, strikes, or lockouts
Internet service provider failures or telecommunications disruptions
Power failures, hardware failures, or third-party service disruptions

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Cyprus, without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these terms shall be instituted exclusively in the courts of Cyprus. You consent to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.

For consumers in the European Union, this does not affect your mandatory rights under consumer protection laws in your country of residence.

13. Dispute Resolution Procedures

In the event of any dispute arising from these terms or our services:

Negotiation

The parties shall first attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiation. Either party may initiate negotiations by providing written notice of the dispute.

Mediation

If negotiation fails within 30 days, parties may agree to mediation before a mutually acceptable mediator in Cyprus.

Litigation

If mediation is unsuccessful or declined, disputes shall be resolved through litigation in Cyprus courts as specified above.

14. Severability Clause

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these terms. The invalidity of any provision shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

15. Terms Modification Policy

ArchData reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to our website with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of our services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically. For material changes affecting active service engagements, we will provide reasonable advance notice.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and any separate service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and ArchData regarding use of our services, superseding any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.