Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using OpenChamber ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and OpenChamber.

2. Description of Service

OpenChamber is a business formation guidance platform that provides personalized roadmaps, task management, community features, and connections to professional service providers. The Service helps entrepreneurs navigate the process of starting and growing their businesses.

Important: OpenChamber provides general guidance and information only. We are not a law firm, accounting firm, or licensed professional services provider. Our platform does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or professional advice.

3. User Accounts

To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

4. User Responsibilities

As a user of OpenChamber, you are responsible for:

• Verifying all information and guidance with qualified professionals before acting
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
• Making your own independent business decisions
• Conducting due diligence on any third-party service providers
• Maintaining backups of your important business data

5. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
• Resell or redistribute the Service without authorization

6. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its content, features, and functionality, is owned by OpenChamber and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our Service without express written permission.

You retain ownership of any content you submit to the Service. By submitting content, you grant OpenChamber a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, and display that content solely for the purpose of providing the Service to you.

7. Third-Party Services and Partners

OpenChamber may recommend or connect you with third-party service providers, including lawyers, accountants, and other professionals ("Partners"). These recommendations are provided for your convenience only.

Disclaimer: OpenChamber does not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for any third-party services. Any engagement with Partners is solely between you and the Partner. You should independently verify credentials, qualifications, and suitability before engaging any service provider.

8. Subscription and Payment Terms

For paid subscription plans:

• Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
• All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
• Prices may change with 30 days' notice to existing subscribers
• You authorize us to charge your payment method for recurring fees
• Failure to pay may result in suspension or termination of your account

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or the Stripe billing portal. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OPENCHAMBER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that any information provided through the Service is accurate, complete, or current.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OPENCHAMBER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, OR GOODWILL, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless OpenChamber and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on this page and updating the effective date. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California.

15. Severability

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

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: legal@openchamber.io