**Terms and Conditions of Service for Digital ACA Forms Hosting, Set Up and use of the digital forms by Lincoln Street Media**
Effective Date: 05-06-2024
These Terms of Service (“Agreement”) govern the use of the Digital ACA Forms and the Digital ACA Forms Hosting/subscription services (“Services”) provided by Lincoln Street Media (“Lincoln Street Media,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By using our Services, you (“Client,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement.
**1. Service Description**
1.1 **Digital ACA Forms Hosting/subscription and use of the ACA Digital Forms**: Lincoln Street Media provides hosting/subscription services for the Digital ACA Forms which are created on a website. These services include an eSignature feature, software updates, SSL certificates, website security, and ongoing maintenance. These services are available for a no set up fee, as well as a yearly hosting/subscription fee of $10.99/month, which is paid on a yearly basis.
1.2 **Set-Up Fee**: In addition to the Digital ACA hosting/subscription fees, there will be no set up fee.
**2. Hosting and Usage**
2.1 **Hosting**: The hosting of Digital ACA Forms and associated features is exclusively provided by Lincoln Street Media. You agree to host your forms and data with us on a yearly prepaid basis.
2.2 **Hosting Benefits**: Our hosting service includes secure hosting of the forms, an eSignature feature, regular software updates, SSL certificates, website security, and ongoing maintenance to ensure the functionality and security of the hosted forms.
2.3 **Agent Limit**: Each account is allowed to have only one agents. Additional agents may require additional fees or upgrades.
2.4 **Indefinite Use**: As long as your account remains hosted by Lincoln Street Media and you comply with the terms of this Agreement, you can use the Digital ACA Forms services indefinitely. There is no limit on the forms submissions.
**3. Satisfaction Guarantee**
3.1 **14-Day Guarantee**: After the completion of the account set-up and functionality, you have a 14-day satisfaction guarantee period. If you are not satisfied with our services within this period, you are entitled to a full refund of the subscription fees. No refund for any third-party charges.
**4. Fees and Payments**
4.1 **Payment**: All fees for Digital ACA Forms, the Digital ACA Forms hosting/subscription, set-up, and other related services are due at the time of purchase. Yearly subscription fees are billed in advance on a yearly basis.
4.2 **Refunds**: Refunds for the hosting will be issued only within the 14-day satisfaction guarantee period as specified in Section 3. Please allow up to 7 days to process the refunds.
**5. Termination**
5.1 **Termination by You**: You may choose to terminate the hosting/subscription service at any time, but no refunds will be provided for prepaid hosting/subscription fees.
5.2 **Termination by Lincoln Street Media**: We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your hosting account if you violate any terms of this Agreement, engage in illegal or prohibited activities, or if your use of the service adversely impacts our infrastructure or other clients, or for non payment for the Digital ACA Forms hosting renewal period.
**6. Limitations of Liability**
6.1 **No Warranty**: We provide the hosting/subscription service “as is” and without any warranty. We do not guarantee that the service will be uninterrupted or error free.
6.2 **Limitation of Liability**: Lincoln Street Media shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the hosting/subscription services.
**7. Changes to the Agreement**
7.1 **Modification**: Lincoln Street Media reserves the right to modify, amend, or change this Agreement at any time. We will provide notice of substantial changes to the Agreement.
**8. Governing Law**
8.1 **Applicable Law**: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws in the State of Texas in the County of Hidalgo, USA without regard to its conflict of law principles.
**Web Application SaaS Reverse Engineering Prohibition Policy**
**1. Purpose**
This policy outlines the guidelines and expectations regarding the prohibition of reverse engineering our Web Application Software as a Service (SaaS) platform (“Web Application”). Reverse engineering is strictly prohibited to protect the intellectual property, security, and proprietary information of Lincoln Street Media (“Company”).
**2. Scope**
This policy applies to all individuals, including but not limited to customers, partners, employees, contractors, and any other entities accessing or using the Company’s Web Application.
**3. Definitions**
– **Web Application**: Refers to the Company’s software application provided to customers on a subscription basis through a Software as a Service (SaaS) model.
– **Reverse Engineering**: The process of analyzing or disassembling software code, algorithms, design, functionality, or any other aspect of the Web Application in an attempt to derive its original source code, logic, or proprietary information.
**4. Prohibition of Reverse Engineering**
Customers are strictly prohibited from engaging in any form of reverse engineering of the Web Application, including but not limited to:
– Decompiling, disassembling, or attempting to reconstruct the source code of the Web Application.
– Analyzing the Web Application’s algorithms, logic, or design to deduce its underlying structure or functionality.
– Unauthorized attempts to access, modify, or copy any proprietary information, data structures, or techniques used within the Web Application.
**5. Legal and Remedial Actions**
Any violation of this reverse engineering prohibition policy will result in immediate termination of the customer’s access to the Web Application. Additionally, the Company reserves the right to pursue legal action and remedies, which may include but are not limited to:
– Seeking injunctive relief to prevent further reverse engineering or unauthorized use.
– Pursuing damages for any losses incurred as a result of reverse engineering.
– Enforcing intellectual property rights under relevant laws and regulations.
**6. Reporting Violations**
Customers who suspect or become aware of any reverse engineering attempts related to the Web Application must report such incidents immediately to the Company’s designated contact point. Reporting such incidents helps the Company to take timely actions to protect its intellectual property and proprietary information.
**7. Compliance Acknowledgment**
By accessing and using the Company’s Web Application, customers acknowledge and agree to comply with this reverse engineering prohibition policy. Failure to adhere to this policy may result in severe consequences, including legal action.
**8. Amendments**
The Company reserves the right to modify, update, or amend this policy at any time. Customers will be notified of any changes through appropriate communication channels.
This policy is implemented to safeguard the Company’s intellectual property, maintain the security of the Web Application, and preserve the competitive advantage it provides to both the Company and its customers.
By using the Digital ACA Forms and the Hosting services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our services or purchase this digital product. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 956-533-0177.
This version of the Terms and Conditions of Service is effective as of 05-06-2024.