Terms of Service

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1. Acceptance of Terms

[PLACEHOLDER] By accessing or using MailBuddy ("the Service"), provided by MailBuddy ("the Company"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

MailBuddy is an email campaign platform that allows users to import contacts from accounting software (such as QuickBooks Online and Xero), manage contact lists, create email campaigns, and send emails through connected email providers.

3. Account Registration

[PLACEHOLDER] You must create an account to use the Service. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service to:

Send unsolicited bulk email (spam)
Transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, or otherwise objectionable
Violate any applicable laws or regulations, including anti-spam legislation (CAN-SPAM, GDPR, POPIA)
Impersonate any person or entity
Interfere with or disrupt the Service or its infrastructure

5. Subscription and Payment

[PLACEHOLDER] The Service offers multiple subscription tiers. Payment is processed through PayPal. Subscription details, including pricing and email quotas, are available on the Pricing page. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled.

6. Data and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described therein.

7. Third-Party Integrations

The Service integrates with third-party platforms including QuickBooks Online, Xero, Gmail, and Microsoft Outlook. Your use of these integrations is subject to the respective third-party terms of service. The Company is not responsible for the availability or accuracy of third-party services.

8. Intellectual Property

[PLACEHOLDER] All content, features, and functionality of the Service are owned by the Company and are protected by intellectual property laws. QuickBooks is a registered trademark of Intuit Inc. Xero is a registered trademark of Xero Limited.

9. Limitation of Liability

[PLACEHOLDER] To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the Service.

10. Termination

[PLACEHOLDER] The Company reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these terms or for any other reason at its sole discretion.

11. Governing Law

[PLACEHOLDER] These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [JURISDICTION]. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [JURISDICTION].

12. Changes to Terms

[PLACEHOLDER] The Company reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or through the Service. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at: [CONTACT EMAIL]