Last Updated: 14 October 2024
These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement ("Agreement") between you ("client", "clients", or "you") and Peple, Inc. ("Peple," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access and use of the Peple Service (as defined below).
1. Definitions
"Site" refers to the website operated by Peple, currently located at peple.io, as it may be relocated, updated, or modified from time to time. This includes any and all information, images, and other content on or incorporated into the website.
"Service" includes the Site, downloadable software, mobile applications ("App") for mobile or tablet platforms, communications via email or other means, and online or offline services owned or operated by Peple.
By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1) The Service is licensed to you, not sold, and is subject to these Terms of Service.
2) The Service is provided "as-is," without warranties of any kind, and Peple's liability is limited as further outlined below.
3) You consent to the collection, use, sharing, and transfer of your data as described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms.
4) You agree to receive communications from Peple via text, email, telephone, or other mediums for news, promotions, or other information.
5) You are responsible for any third-party fees (e.g., data charges) incurred while using our Service.
6) Disputes between you and Peple will be resolved by binding arbitration. You waive your right to a trial by jury and to participate in class actions, except where prohibited by law. See Section 11 for further details.
7) You agree to abide by all additional terms and conditions outlined in this document.
2. License and Access
Peple grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable, and limited license to access and use the Service solely for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms.
3. General Conditions
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time.
You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any part of the Service without our express written permission.
Your content, excluding payment information, may be transferred unencrypted and subject to transmission across networks. Payment information is always encrypted.
4. Eligibility
The Service is not available to individuals under the age of 18 or to anyone previously suspended or removed from the Service by Peple. By using the Service, you confirm you are at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into this Agreement.
If you use the Service on behalf of a company or organization, you represent that you are authorized to bind that entity to these Terms.
5. Registration and Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration and to update such information as necessary. Peple reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that provide false or misleading information.
6. Privacy
Peple's Privacy Policy, available at https://peple.io/privacy , is incorporated into these Terms. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and disclose personal information.
7. Fees, Refunds, and Cancellations
Billing: Subscription fees and any other applicable charges will be billed to the payment method associated with your account.
Refunds: Payments are non-refundable unless required by applicable law. You may cancel your subscription at any time, and your account will remain active until the end of the current billing period.
Price Changes: We may modify our pricing structure at any time, but you will be notified of any changes affecting future billing periods.
Peple is unable to refund the cost of third-party verification services, including "Get Verified," as they are submitted immediately upon request.
8. Third-Party Tools and Services
Peple uses third-party tools, including but not limited to OpenAI, for AI-powered features. Peple does not warrant the reliability or accuracy of these third-party tools and disclaims all liability for their use. You acknowledge and agree that Peple is not responsible for the performance of these third-party services.
9. User Content and Intellectual Property
Peple does not claim ownership of the content you submit. However, by submitting content through the Service, you grant Peple a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, and otherwise exploit such content.
Peple owns all rights to the Service, including all intellectual property. You agree not to modify, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of the Service without express written permission.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Peple and its affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.
You acknowledge that jobs requested through the Service may involve risks, including property damage, personal injury, or death. You assume all responsibility for these risks. Peple’s total liability for any claims will not exceed the greater of (a) the amount paid by you for the Service in the preceding six months or (b) $50 CAD.
11. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
All disputes between you and Peple will be resolved by binding arbitration, except for matters that may be brought in small claims court or claims related to intellectual property.
Process: A written notice of the dispute must be sent to Peple. If the dispute is not resolved within 30 days, either party may initiate arbitration.
Jurisdiction: Arbitration will occur in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in accordance with the Canadian Arbitration Association's rules.
Class Actions: You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class actions.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Peple and its affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or any action taken by a third party.
13. Modifications to the Service
Peple may modify or discontinue the Service at any time, without notice. We are not liable for any changes or discontinuation.
14. Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes will be governed by the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Peple regarding your use of the Service. Any prior agreements or understandings, whether oral or written, are superseded.
17. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
18. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, contact us at:
Email: support@peple.io
Mailing Address: Raven House, 379 Meadowvale Road, Meadowvale, Nova Scotia, B0P 1R0