Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction and Definitions:

1.1. This Agreement is made and entered into as of \[DATE], by and between MethodGate, an Exempt Dealer under applicable business regulations in Israel ("MethodGate," "we," "us," or "our"), and \[USER NAME] ("Client," "you," or "your").

1.2. Definitions:

• "Digital Products" refers to any websites, mobile applications, software, designs, or other digital creations developed or provided by MethodGate under this Agreement.
• "Services" refers to the digital design, development, and related services provided by MethodGate, as described in this Agreement and any applicable project proposals or statements of work.
• "Client Data" refers to any data, information, or materials provided by the Client to MethodGate for use in the provision of Services.
• "Intellectual Property" refers to any and all copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and other intellectual property rights.

2. Use of the Service:

2.1. MethodGate will provide Services to the Client as described in any agreed-upon project proposals or statements of work. These Services may include but are not limited to:

• Custom website design and development
• Mobile application design and development
• AI virtual assistant development
• Brand marketing design
• SEO optimization

2.2. The Client agrees to use the Digital Products and Services provided by MethodGate only for lawful and ethical purposes. The Client shall not use the Digital Products or Services to:

• Engage in any illegal activity.
• Infringe upon the Intellectual Property rights of others.
• Transmit any harmful or malicious code.
• Misrepresent their identity or affiliation.

2.3. The Client is responsible for providing accurate, complete, and timely information and materials necessary for MethodGate to provide the Services. Delays caused by the Client's failure to provide such information may result in adjustments to project timelines and costs.

3. Subscription Plans and Fees:

3.1. If applicable, MethodGate may offer different subscription plans for ongoing Services. The details of these plans, including features, limitations, and pricing, will be provided to the Client separately.

3.2. The Client agrees to pay MethodGate the fees for the Services as outlined in the applicable project proposal, statement of work, or subscription agreement.

3.3. Payment terms, including billing cycles, accepted payment methods, and any applicable taxes, will be specified in the invoice or payment agreement.

3.4. For subscription services, subscriptions may automatically renew unless canceled by the Client prior to the renewal date. The cancellation process will be outlined in the subscription agreement.

4. Intellectual Property:

4.1. MethodGate retains ownership of all original design concepts, development tools, and code created by MethodGate. MethodGate owns the copyright of the original design.

4.2. Upon full payment, MethodGate grants the Client a non-exclusive license to use the final Digital Products for the Client's intended business purposes.

4.3. The Client may not modify, distribute, or resell the Digital Products without the express written consent of MethodGate.

5. Disclaimers and Warranties:

5.1. MethodGate provides the Services and Digital Products "as is" and makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding their performance or suitability for a particular purpose.

5.2. MethodGate shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to the use or inability to use the Services or Digital Products.

5.3. MethodGate is not responsible for any delays or disruptions in service caused by factors beyond its reasonable control, such as internet outages, third-party service failures, or force majeure events.

6. Dispute Resolution:

6.1. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith negotiations between the parties.

6.2. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation before resorting to litigation.

6.3. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Israel.

7. Termination:

7.1. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice if the other party materially breaches any provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within \[NUMBER] days of receiving written notice.

7.2. MethodGate may terminate this Agreement immediately if the Client engages in any unlawful or unethical conduct.

7.3. Upon termination, the Client shall return or destroy any Confidential Information of MethodGate and cease all use of the Digital Products.

8. Entire Agreement and Amendments:

8.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.

8.2. MethodGate may amend these Terms and Conditions at any time by providing written notice to the Client. The Client's continued use of the Services after the effective date of any amendments shall constitute acceptance of such amendments.

9. Client Responsibilities

9.1. The Client shall:

• Provide all necessary information and materials required for MethodGate to perform the Services in a timely and efficient manner.
• Review and provide feedback or approval of deliverables within the timeframes specified in the project agreement.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and legality of all Client Data provided to MethodGate.
• Obtain all necessary rights, permissions, and licenses for any third-party materials (e.g., images, fonts, software) provided to MethodGate for use in the Digital Products.

10. Acceptance

10.1. The Client's acceptance of these Terms and Conditions is demonstrated by any of the following:

• Signing a project agreement or contract with MethodGate.
• Making an initial payment for the Services.
• Using the Services provided by MethodGate.

11. Changes and Revisions

11.1. Any changes to the scope of work outlined in the project agreement must be requested in writing by the Client.

11.2. MethodGate will provide an estimate of any additional costs and timeline adjustments associated with the requested changes.

11.3. The project agreement includes \[NUMBER] rounds of revisions. Additional revisions requested by the Client may be subject to additional charges at MethodGate's standard hourly rate.

12. Delays

12.1. MethodGate shall not be liable for any delays caused by the Client's failure to fulfill its responsibilities as outlined in these Terms and Conditions.

12.2. If a delay is caused by the Client for more than \[NUMBER] days, MethodGate may be entitled to extend the project timeline or adjust the project costs accordingly.

13. Confidentiality

13.1. Both MethodGate and the Client agree to hold each other's Confidential Information in confidence and not disclose it to any third party without prior written consent.

13.2. "Confidential Information" includes any non-public information relating to either party's business, including but not limited to financial information, customer data, trade secrets, and proprietary technology.

14. Credit/Attribution

14.1. MethodGate shall be entitled to include a credit or attribution on the Digital Products, such as a "Designed by MethodGate" link, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

15. Portfolio Use

15.1. MethodGate reserves the right to showcase the completed Digital Products in its portfolio, website, and marketing materials, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

16. Indemnification

16.1. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold MethodGate harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of or related to:

• The Client's use of the Digital Products.
• Any breach by the Client of these Terms and Conditions.
• Any infringement of intellectual property rights or other rights by the Client's content or materials.

17. Force Majeure

17.1. Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement if such failure is caused by a Force Majeure event, including but not limited to:

• Natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes, floods).
• Acts of war or terrorism.
• Government actions or regulations.
• Internet outages or widespread technical failures.

18. Severability

18.1. If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.