Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using UseCaseTools ("we," "us," "our"), you ("user," "you," "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.

2. Description of Service

UseCaseTools is a software recommendation and comparison platform that:

• Provides curated software recommendations for various professions and use cases
• Offers comparison tools and reviews
• Contains affiliate links to third-party software providers
• Publishes educational content about software tools and productivity
• Operates as an affiliate marketing business

3. Affiliate Marketing Terms

3.1 Affiliate Relationships

• We maintain affiliate relationships with many software companies featured on our site
• We earn commissions when you purchase products through our affiliate links
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations
• We clearly mark affiliate links where required by law
• Some recommendations may be based on commission potential, which we disclose

3.2 Pricing and Purchases

• Prices shown are estimates and may not reflect current pricing
• All purchases are made directly with the software provider, not with us
• We are not responsible for pricing errors or changes
• Refunds and customer service are handled by the software provider
• Commission payments do not affect the price you pay

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You may not:

• Use our service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful, threatening, or offensive content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use automated tools to scrape or harvest data
• Interfere with the proper functioning of our service

4.2 Account Responsibilities

If you create an account:

• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• You must provide accurate and current information
• You are responsible for all activities under your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

5. Content and Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Content

• All content on UseCaseTools is owned by us or our licensors
• Content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws
• You may view and share content for personal, non-commercial use
• Commercial use requires written permission
• You may not modify, distribute, or create derivative works

5.2 User-Generated Content

• You retain ownership of content you submit
• You grant us a license to use, modify, and display your content
• You are responsible for the legality and accuracy of your content
• We may remove content that violates these terms

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

6.1 No Warranties

IMPORTANT: Our service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, including:

• Accuracy or completeness of information
• Availability or uninterrupted service
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Results from using recommended software

6.2 Software Recommendations

• Recommendations are opinions based on our research and experience
• We do not guarantee the performance of recommended software
• Software features, pricing, and availability may change
• You should evaluate software independently before purchasing
• We are not responsible for your software purchasing decisions

6.3 Third-Party Services

• We are not responsible for third-party websites or services
• Third-party terms and privacy policies apply to their services
• We do not endorse or guarantee third-party services
• Links to third-party sites are provided for convenience only

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us (if any)
• We are not liable for business losses, lost profits, or lost data
• We are not liable for damages from software you purchase through our links
• Some jurisdictions do not allow these limitations, so they may not apply to you

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our service
• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Content you submit or share

9. Privacy and Data

• Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use your information
• By using our service, you consent to data collection as described
• We use cookies and tracking technologies for analytics and affiliate tracking
• We may share data with affiliate partners and service providers

10. Modifications and Termination

10.1 Service Changes

• We may modify or discontinue our service at any time
• We may update these terms with notice
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes
• We are not liable for service modifications or discontinuation

10.2 Account Termination

• We may terminate accounts for terms violations
• You may delete your account at any time
• Termination does not affect existing obligations
• Some provisions survive termination

11. Governing Law and Disputes

• These terms are governed by the laws of Canada and the Province of Ontario
• Disputes will be resolved in Ontario, Canada courts
• You agree to binding arbitration for certain disputes where permitted by Canadian law
• Class action lawsuits are subject to Canadian consumer protection laws

12. Miscellaneous

12.1 Entire Agreement

These terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between us.

12.2 Severability

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

12.3 Assignment

We may assign these terms. You may not assign your rights without our consent.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these terms:

• Email: legal@usecasetools.com
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 5 business days