Terms of service
Agreement
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Blink X website and any related communications you initiate with us through the site (collectively, the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
Separate written agreements (such as statements of work, master services agreements, or order forms) govern paid professional services engagements. If there is a conflict between those agreements and these Terms, the written engagement agreement controls for that engagement.
Not legal or professional advice
Content on the Site is provided for general information purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or other professional advice. You are responsible for your own decisions and for obtaining independent advice where appropriate.
Eligibility and acceptable use
You agree not to:
- Use the Site in violation of applicable law or regulation
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or data
- Interfere with the integrity or performance of the Site (including introducing malware)
- Scrape, harvest, or collect data from the Site in a manner that violates law or these Terms
- Use the Site to transmit unlawful, harassing, defamatory, or infringing content
We may suspend or terminate access to the Site if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms.
Contact submissions
If you submit information through our contact form or email us, you represent that your information is accurate to the best of your knowledge and that you have authority to provide it. You agree we may use that information to respond and operate our business, consistent with our Privacy policy.
Intellectual property
The Site and its contents (including text, graphics, logos, layouts, and software) are owned by Blink X or our licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. Unless we expressly permit otherwise, you may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Site without our prior written consent.
Client work product (general)
Unless otherwise agreed in a signed engagement agreement, nothing on the Site grants you rights to software, designs, or other deliverables we create for clients. Ownership and license terms for deliverables are defined in the applicable client contract.
Confidentiality
If you share confidential information with us through the Site or during discussions, we will handle it in accordance with reasonable confidentiality practices and any applicable non-disclosure agreement. Please do not share highly sensitive credentials or secrets through unsecured channels.
Third-party services and links
The Site may reference or link to third-party websites, tools, or services. We do not control third parties and are not responsible for their content, availability, or practices. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.
Disclaimer of warranties
THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
Limitation of liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BLINK X AND ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND CONTRACTORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, GOODWILL, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE SITE WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) ONE HUNDRED CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD $100) OR (B) THE AMOUNTS YOU PAID US (IF ANY) SPECIFICALLY FOR USE OF THE SITE IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS BEFORE THE CLAIM (EXCLUDING FEES FOR SEPARATE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GOVERNED BY A SIGNED AGREEMENT).
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations; in those cases, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Indemnity
To the maximum extent permitted by law, you will defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Blink X and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and contractors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.
Governing law and venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. You agree that the courts located in Toronto, Ontario will have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site, subject to any mandatory consumer protections in your jurisdiction.
Changes
We may modify these Terms from time to time. We will post the updated Terms on this page and update the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms, to the extent permitted by law.
Severability and assignment
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. You may not assign your rights without our prior written consent.
Contact
Questions about these Terms can be sent to hello@blinkx.io.
Important. These Terms are a practical template for website use and general commercial expectations. They are not a substitute for legal advice. Your company, clients, risk profile, and regulatory obligations are unique. Have qualified legal counsel review and tailor these documents before relying on them.