terms & conditions

Company Name: Build Stack io

1. Acceptance of Terms – Agreement to Use Our Services

When you access or use services from Build Stack io, you acknowledge and follow these Terms & Conditions.

2. Our Services – What We Offer

Our IT Consultancy Services – What We Offer

Build Stack io delivers a comprehensive range of IT consultancy services, including:

  • IT Strategy & Planning – Developing technology roadmaps aligned with your business goals
  • Infrastructure & Systems Consulting – Optimizing IT environments for performance and reliability
  • Software Development & Integration – Creating and integrating custom software solutions
  • Cybersecurity Consulting – Protecting your systems, data, and networks from threats
  • Cloud Services – Implementing scalable and secure cloud solutions
  • Data & Analytics – Turning data into actionable insights for informed decision-making

All services are governed by separate agreements, proposals, or Statements of Work (SOW) to ensure clarity and alignment with client objectives.

3. Client Obligations – Your Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Use services lawfully
  • Maintain confidentiality of credentials
  • Cooperate during project execution

4. Fees & Payment – Secured Transactions

  • Fees are defined in proposals or agreements
  • Payments must be made on time
  • Late payments may result in suspension or termination of services
  • Payments are securely processed through trusted third-party providers such as Stripe

5. Refund Policy – Service Refunds

Consultancy services are generally non-refundable once delivered. Any exceptions will be explicitly stated in written agreements.

6. Intellectual Property – Ownership of Work

  • Pre-existing intellectual property remains with its original owner
  • Deliverables transfer to the client only upon full payment, unless otherwise agreed
  • Build Stack io retains rights to general methodologies and expertise

7. Confidentiality – Protecting Information

Both parties agree to protect confidential information and not disclose it without prior consent, except as required by law.

8. Limitation of Liability – Our Responsibility

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • Build Stack io shall not be liable for indirect or consequential damages
  • Total liability is limited to the amount paid for the relevant services

9. Disclaimer – Service Warranties

Services are provided on an “as-is” basis without warranties of any kind.

10. Termination – Suspension of Services

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate services if:

  • Terms are violated
  • Payments are overdue
  • Unlawful activity is detected

11. Data Protection – Privacy Compliance

All personal data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

12. Governing Law – Legal Framework

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, and the applicable federal laws of Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Dispute Resolution – How Disputes Are Handled

In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or related to these Terms or the services provided by Build Stack io:

  1. Good-Faith Negotiation – Both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the issue through amicable, good-faith discussions.
  2. Binding Arbitration – If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, it will be referred to binding arbitration in Ontario, Canada.

Arbitration Details:

  • Conducted in Ontario, Canada
  • Held in English
  • Follow generally accepted commercial arbitration rules applicable in Ontario
  • The arbitrator’s decision is final and binding
  • Each party is responsible for its own legal fees unless the arbitrator decides otherwise
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14. Amendments – Policy Updates

Build Stack io reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on our website.