Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of Vyqda Technologies software products and services. Please read carefully before using our solutions.

Effective Date: May 2024

Last Updated: May 2024

1. Introduction and Acceptance

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "Customer," or "you") and Vyqda Technologies Private Limited ("we," "us," "our," or "Company"), governing your access to and use of our software products, services, and website.

Company Information:

  • Legal Name: Vyqda Technologies Private Limited
  • Registered Office: 2nd Floor, Rajrat Complex, Shastripuram, Agra, Uttar Pradesh – 282007, India
  • Contact: contact@vyqda.com | +91 72172 15635
  • Legal Entity: Private Limited Company under Companies Act, 2013
  • Business: Software Development, IT Solutions, and Technology Services

By accessing, downloading, installing, or using our software products (including but not limited to VYPOS, VYFOO, VYBILLS, Timenox, VYHRM, School Management System, Hotel Management System, and VayuReach) or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

⚠️ Important Notice

If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not access or use our services. Continued use constitutes acceptance of any updates or modifications to these Terms.

2. Services Offered

2.1 Software Products

We provide the following software solutions:

Business Management Software

  • • VYPOS - Universal Point of Sale System
  • • VYFOO - Restaurant Management Software
  • • VYBILLS - Billing and Invoicing Solution
  • • VYHRM - Human Resource Management

Specialized Solutions

  • • Timenox - URL-Based Attendance System
  • • School Management System
  • • Hotel Management Software
  • • VayuReach - WhatsApp Marketing Platform

2.2 Professional Services

  • Custom Software Development: Bespoke software solutions tailored to specific business requirements
  • Mobile Application Development: Native and cross-platform mobile applications
  • Website Development: Professional websites and web applications
  • Cloud Solutions: Cloud migration, hosting, and infrastructure services
  • Technical Support: 24/7 maintenance, updates, and technical assistance
  • Consulting Services: IT strategy, digital transformation, and business process optimization

2.3 Service Availability

We strive to maintain 99.5% uptime for our cloud-based services. Scheduled maintenance will be announced 48 hours in advance. Service availability may vary due to factors beyond our control, including internet connectivity, third-party services, and force majeure events.

3. User Responsibilities and Obligations

3.1 Account Registration and Security

  • Provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration
  • Maintain the security and confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
  • Accept full responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Use strong passwords and enable multi-factor authentication where available

3.2 Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to use our services for:

Prohibited Activities

  • • Illegal or fraudulent activities
  • • Violation of intellectual property rights
  • • Harassment, defamation, or harmful content
  • • Malware distribution or security attacks
  • • Spam or unsolicited communications

Technical Restrictions

  • • Reverse engineering or unauthorized access
  • • Overloading or disrupting our systems
  • • Circumventing security measures
  • • Unauthorized data extraction or scraping
  • • Reselling without explicit permission

3.3 Data and Content Responsibility

  • You retain ownership of data you input into our systems
  • You are responsible for backing up your data regularly
  • You must ensure your data complies with applicable laws and regulations
  • You grant us necessary rights to process your data for service provision
  • You indemnify us against claims arising from your data or content

4. Payment Terms and Billing

4.1 Pricing and Payments

  • Pricing: Current pricing is available on our website and may vary by product, features, and subscription plan
  • Payment Methods: We accept major credit cards, debit cards, bank transfers, and digital payment methods
  • Currency: All prices are in Indian Rupees (INR) unless otherwise specified
  • Payment Processing: Payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors
  • Receipts: Electronic receipts will be provided for all transactions

4.2 Billing Cycles and Renewals

Subscription Services

  • • Billed monthly, quarterly, or annually
  • • Auto-renewal unless cancelled
  • • Price changes with 30 days notice
  • • Proration for mid-cycle changes

One-Time Services

  • • 50% advance payment required
  • • Balance due upon completion
  • • Net 30 payment terms for enterprises
  • • Late payment charges may apply

4.3 Refunds and Cancellations

Refund Policy

  • Software Products: 30-day money-back guarantee for new subscriptions
  • Custom Development: Refunds based on milestone completion and contract terms
  • Cancellation: Cancel anytime with access until current billing period ends
  • Processing: Refunds processed within 7-10 business days

4.4 Taxes and Compliance

  • Prices exclude applicable taxes (GST, service tax, etc.)
  • You are responsible for determining and paying applicable taxes
  • We will provide necessary tax documentation and invoices
  • International transactions may be subject to additional taxes

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

All intellectual property rights in our software, services, website, documentation, and related materials are owned by Vyqda Technologies Private Limited or our licensors. This includes:

  • Software Code: Source code, object code, algorithms, and system architecture
  • Trademarks: Company name, product names, logos, and brand elements
  • Copyrights: Documentation, user interfaces, graphics, and written content
  • Trade Secrets: Proprietary methodologies, processes, and business information
  • Patents: Any patented technologies or innovations incorporated in our products

5.2 License Grant to You

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use our software and services in accordance with these Terms and your subscription plan. This license allows you to:

  • • Install and use the software for your business operations
  • • Access cloud-based services through authorized user accounts
  • • Create backups for operational continuity
  • • Integrate with third-party systems as documented

5.3 Your Content and Data

  • You retain ownership of all data and content you input into our systems
  • You grant us a license to process, store, and transmit your data for service provision
  • We do not claim ownership of your business data or proprietary information
  • You warrant that your content does not infringe third-party rights
  • Upon termination, we will return or delete your data as per our data retention policy

5.4 Custom Development

Work-for-Hire

Custom software developed specifically for you under a work-for-hire agreement will be owned by you, subject to payment in full and any pre-existing IP rights.

Retained Rights

We retain rights to general methodologies, know-how, and non-specific technical knowledge gained during development projects.

6. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimers

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY AS IT LIMITS OUR LIABILITY TO YOU. THESE LIMITATIONS APPLY TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY INDIAN LAW.

6.1 Service Disclaimer

OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement of third-party rights
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Security or freedom from viruses or harmful components
  • Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information

6.2 Limitation of Damages

Direct Damages Cap

Our total liability for direct damages shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the specific service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Excluded Damages

We shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages, including lost profits or business interruption.

6.3 Exceptions to Limitations

The above limitations do not apply to:

  • Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
  • Fraudulent misrepresentation or willful misconduct
  • Violations of intellectual property rights
  • Liability that cannot be excluded under Indian law
  • Your breach of payment obligations

6.4 Third-Party Services

We integrate with third-party services (payment processors, cloud providers, APIs). We are not responsible for the availability, functionality, or security of these third-party services. Your use of such services is subject to their respective terms and conditions.

7. Termination and Suspension

7.1 Termination by You

  • Cancellation: Cancel your subscription anytime through your account dashboard or by contacting support
  • Effective Date: Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period
  • Data Export: Download your data before termination as access will be restricted afterward
  • Refunds: Eligible refunds will be processed according to our refund policy

7.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately upon notice for:

Immediate Termination

  • • Violation of these Terms
  • • Illegal or fraudulent activities
  • • Security threats or abuse
  • • Court orders or legal requirements

Termination with Notice

  • • Non-payment of fees (30-day notice)
  • • Discontinuation of services
  • • Business reasons (90-day notice)
  • • Material changes to Terms

7.3 Effect of Termination

Upon Termination:

  • • All licenses granted to you will cease immediately
  • • Your access to our services will be discontinued
  • • You must cease all use of our software and services
  • • We will retain your data according to our retention policy
  • • Outstanding payment obligations remain due
  • • Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect

7.4 Data Retention After Termination

Account TypeData Retention PeriodData Recovery
Voluntary Cancellation90 daysAvailable upon request
Non-payment60 daysUpon payment of dues
Terms Violation30 daysAt our discretion
Legal ComplianceAs required by lawSubject to legal orders

8. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

8.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us directly to resolve any disputes. We are committed to working with you in good faith to address concerns promptly and fairly.

Contact for Disputes:

  • Email: legal@vyqda.com
  • Phone: +91 72172 15635
  • Address: 2nd Floor, Rajrat Complex, Shastripuram, Agra, UP – 282007
  • Response Time: 15 business days

8.2 Arbitration (For Business Customers)

For disputes exceeding ₹5,00,000 (Five Lakh Rupees), both parties agree to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 2015:

  • Seat of Arbitration: Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Language: English
  • Arbitrator: Single arbitrator mutually agreed upon, or appointed by Delhi High Court
  • Rules: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 2015
  • Costs: As determined by the arbitrator

8.3 Jurisdiction and Governing Law

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, Companies Act, 2013, and Consumer Protection Act, 2019.

Jurisdiction

Courts in Agra, Uttar Pradesh shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes not subject to arbitration.

8.4 Consumer Rights

Note for Individual Consumers: If you are an individual consumer (not using our services for business purposes), you may have additional rights under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. These Terms do not limit your statutory consumer rights.

9. Modifications and Updates

9.1 Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. Material changes will be communicated as follows:

Email Notification

30 days advance notice

Website Notice

Prominent display

In-App Notification

For significant changes

9.2 Your Options

Upon notification of material changes, you may:

  • Accept Changes: Continue using our services under the new Terms
  • Object to Changes: Contact us to discuss specific concerns
  • Terminate Service: Cancel your subscription before changes take effect
  • Grandfathering: Existing contracts may maintain current terms until renewal

9.3 Service Updates

We continuously improve our software and services. Updates may include new features, security enhancements, bug fixes, or performance improvements. Critical security updates may be applied without prior notice.

10. General Provisions

10.1 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, government actions, labor disputes, or internet service provider failures.

10.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid provisions that achieve the same economic effect.

10.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by our authorized representative.

10.4 Assignment

By Us

We may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets with 30 days' notice to you.

By You

You may not assign these Terms without our prior written consent, except to an entity that acquires your business.

10.5 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any specific service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Vyqda Technologies Private Limited regarding your use of our services.

10.6 Survival

The following sections shall survive termination of these Terms: Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability, Dispute Resolution, Payment Obligations, and General Provisions.

11. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

General Inquiries

  • Email: contact@vyqda.com
  • Phone: +91 72172 15635
  • Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST
  • Response Time: 1-2 business days

Legal Matters

  • Email: legal@vyqda.com
  • Address: 2nd Floor, Rajrat Complex, Shastripuram, Agra, UP – 282007
  • Legal Notices: Must be in writing
  • Response Time: 15 business days

🚨 Technical Support

  • Support Portal: Available through your account dashboard
  • Emergency Support: For critical issues (paid plans only)
  • Knowledge Base: Self-service resources and documentation
  • Community Forum: User community and peer support

Legal Disclaimer and Professional Advice

Legal Compliance: These Terms of Service have been prepared in accordance with Indian law, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, Companies Act, 2013, Consumer Protection Act, 2019, and other applicable statutes and regulations.

Professional Review: This document has been reviewed by qualified legal professionals with expertise in Indian technology law and commercial contracts. However, laws may change, and specific circumstances may require customized legal advice.

Regulatory Compliance: We strive to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in India and international jurisdictions where we operate. Any conflicts between these Terms and mandatory legal provisions will be resolved in favor of applicable law.

Legal Advice Recommendation: For complex business arrangements or if you have specific legal concerns, we recommend consulting with qualified legal counsel familiar with Indian technology and commercial law.

Document Authority: This Terms of Service document was prepared by corporate legal counsel and represents the official terms governing the relationship between Vyqda Technologies Private Limited and its customers.