Terms of Use

Last Updated: 2/01/2025

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Welcome to Hive SME Consulting! By accessing and using our website (www.hivesmeconsulting.com), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our website.

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. Hive SME Consulting reserves the right to update or modify these terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and consulting materials, is the property of Hive SME Consulting and is protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without our express written permission.

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3. Use of Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You may not:

• Violate any laws or regulations;

• Engage in fraudulent or misleading conduct;

• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or interfere with the website’s functionality;

• Use the website’s content for commercial purposes without permission.

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4. User-Generated Content

If our website allows users to submit content (e.g., testimonials, comments, or feedback), you grant Hive SME Consulting a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display such content. You are solely responsible for the content you submit and must not upload any material that is unlawful, offensive, or infringes on third-party rights.

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5. Modifications to Services

Hive SME Consulting reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the website or services at any time without notice. We are not liable for any modifications, price changes, or discontinuation of services.

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6. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or business advice. Hive SME Consulting makes no guarantees regarding the outcomes of any consulting services. We are not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from your reliance on website content or consulting services.

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7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Hive SME Consulting, its employees, officers, and affiliates harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the website, violation of these terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.

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8. Warranties Disclaimer

This website and all its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will always be available, secure, or free of errors. Hive SME Consulting disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

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9. Privacy Policy

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. Privacy Policy

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10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

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11. Termination

Hive SME Consulting reserves the right to terminate access to the website for users who violate these Terms of Use or engage in any unlawful activity.

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12. Arbitration Agreement

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use, including any disputes regarding the validity, enforceability, or interpretation of this clause, shall be resolved through final and binding arbitration administered by a recognized arbitration body. The arbitration shall take place in the State of California, and the decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties. Each party shall bear its own costs associated with arbitration unless otherwise determined by the arbitrator. By using this website, you waive your right to bring claims in court, including the right to a jury trial, except for small claims disputes that qualify for small claims court.

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13. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of California.

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