Terms of Service
Legal terms and conditions for using our IT consulting services
Last updated: January 15, 2025
Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Lemonseed Technologies Private Limited ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") regarding your use of our website and IT consulting services. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Important: Please read these Terms carefully before using our services. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our services.
Our Services
Lemonseed Technologies Private Limited provides IT consulting services including:
Development Services
- • Web application development
- • Mobile app development
- • API development and integration
Consulting Services
- • IT strategy and planning
- • System architecture design
- • Technology assessment
Deployment & Support
- • Cloud deployment services
- • DevOps implementation
- • Ongoing maintenance (AMC)
Technical Support
- • Technical troubleshooting
- • Performance optimization
- • Security monitoring
Service Agreements
Project Scope and Deliverables
- All projects require a signed Statement of Work (SOW) or Service Agreement
- Project scope, timeline, and deliverables will be clearly defined in writing
- Changes to scope require written approval and may affect timeline and costs
- We provide regular progress updates and milestone demonstrations
Client Responsibilities
- Provide timely feedback and approvals
- Supply necessary content, assets, and access credentials
- Designate authorized representatives for project decisions
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Payment Terms
Payment Schedule
- • Project payments: As per agreed milestones
- • Consultation fees: Due upon completion
- • AMC contracts: Monthly/quarterly as agreed
- • Late payments subject to 2% monthly interest
Accepted Payment Methods
We accept the following payment methods:
- Bank transfer (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS)
- UPI payments
- Credit/Debit cards (through secure payment gateways)
- Digital wallets (for smaller amounts)
Refund Policy
Refunds are considered on a case-by-case basis for undelivered services. Completed work and time invested are non-refundable. Dispute resolution through mutual discussion is preferred.
Intellectual Property Rights
Client-Owned Content
You retain ownership of:
- Your business data, content, and proprietary information
- Custom applications and websites developed specifically for you
- Your trademarks, logos, and brand materials
Company-Owned Content
We retain ownership of:
- Our proprietary methodologies and frameworks
- Reusable code libraries and tools
- Our trademarks and brand materials
- General knowledge and experience gained
Third-Party Components
Projects may include open-source software and third-party components subject to their respective licenses. We ensure compliance with all applicable licenses.
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure
Our Commitment to Confidentiality
We understand the sensitive nature of business information and commit to:
- • Treat all client information as strictly confidential
- • Use information solely for providing agreed services
- • Implement appropriate security measures
- • Sign additional NDAs when required
- • Ensure team members adhere to confidentiality obligations
Warranties and Limitations
Our Warranties
- We warrant that services will be performed with professional skill and care
- We provide 30-day warranty on delivered software for defects
- We ensure compliance with agreed specifications and requirements
Limitation of Liability
Important Limitation:
Our liability for any claim related to our services is limited to the amount paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim. We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or punitive damages.
Service Availability
While we strive for maximum uptime, we cannot guarantee uninterrupted service availability. Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance.
Termination
Termination by Either Party
- Either party may terminate with 30 days written notice
- Immediate termination for material breach (after 15 days cure period)
- Client responsible for payment of completed work
- We will provide reasonable transition assistance
Data Return and Deletion
Upon termination, we will return client data and delete our copies within 30 days, except as required for legal compliance or dispute resolution.
Legal Compliance
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Compliance Requirements
- We comply with applicable Indian data protection laws
- Services meet industry standard security practices
- We maintain necessary business licenses and registrations
- Tax compliance as per Indian regulations
Dispute Resolution
We prefer to resolve disputes through good faith negotiations. If formal dispute resolution is needed, we agree to mediation before pursuing litigation.
Acceptable Use Policy
Prohibited Activities
You agree not to use our services for:
- Illegal activities or violation of applicable laws
- Distributing malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Unauthorized access to systems or data
- Spamming or unsolicited communications
- Violating third-party intellectual property rights
- Activities that could damage our reputation or systems
Content Standards
Any content provided to us must be legal, accurate, and not infringe on third-party rights. You are responsible for ensuring your content meets these standards.
Force Majeure
Neither party will be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or infrastructure failures. We will make reasonable efforts to mitigate such impacts and resume normal operations.
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting updated Terms on our website
- Sending email notification for significant changes
- Providing notice during your next service interaction
Continued use of our services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid provisions that most closely achieve the intended purpose.
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service or our services, please contact us:
legal@lemonseed.tech
+91 73577 64799
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
www.lemonseed.tech
For immediate assistance, please call us during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM IST) or email us anytime for a response within 24 hours.