Terms of Service
Effective Date: December 20, 2024
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern all use of the website, all subdomains of https://www.hatsprotocol.xyz, and any related products and services, including HatsSignerGate Deployer App (collectively, the "Services") provided by Haberdasher Labs, Inc. ("Haberdasher Labs," “Provider,” "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the Services, you ("Customer," "you," or "your") agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not access or use the Services.
1. Overview of Services
1.1 General Scope: Haberdasher Labs provides:
Access to the Hats App (the “Hats App”), available at app.hatsprotocol.xyz
The HatsSignerGate Deployer App (the "Deployer App"), available on the pro.hatsprotocol.xyz subdomain;
Additional tools, integrations, and resources made available through the Services.
1.2 Deployer App: The HatsSignerGate Deployer App is a hosted platform that enables customers to manage organizational roles, governance structures, and permissions. Access to the Deployer App requires a subscription, as described in Section 4 (Fees and Payment).
1.3 Hats Protocol: Hats Protocol v1 is a fully permissionless, open-source, and immutable contract operating on supported blockchains, with no upgradeability, adjustable parameters, or owner of any kind. Use of Hats Protocol is subject to the specific risks outlined in Section 8.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Services, you represent and warrant that:
You are at least 18 years old;
You have the legal authority to accept these Terms on behalf of yourself or your organization;
Your use of the Services complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
3. Account Registration and Responsibilities
3.1 Account Creation: Access to the Deployer App may require you to create an account. You agree to:
Provide accurate and complete registration information;
Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials;
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account.
3.2 Acceptable Use: You may not:
Use the Services in violation of any laws or regulations;
Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content;
Attempt to reverse-engineer, copy, or disrupt the Services;
Share or sublicense access to the Deployer App without our written consent.
3.3 Customer Content: You retain ownership of all data and content you upload to the Services ("Customer Content"). By using the Services, you grant Haberdasher Labs a limited license to process and display Customer Content solely for the purpose of providing the Services.
4. Fees and Payment
4.1 Subscription Fees: Access to the Hats App accessed at app.hatsprotocol.xyz is free as of the publication date of these Terms. Access to the Deployer App requires payment of subscription fees, billed annually in advance. Fees and cancellation terms are outlined at the time of subscription.
4.2 Setup Fees: A one-time setup fee may apply for onboarding and initial configuration. If applicable, this will be governed by a separate service agreement.
4.3 Late Payments: Late payments may incur interest at 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law.
5. Service Availability and Support
5.1 Uptime: Haberdasher Labs will use commercially reasonable efforts to maintain 99.9% uptime for the Hats App and Deployer App, excluding scheduled maintenance and circumstances beyond our control.
5.2 Technical Support: Technical support is available during business hours via support@hatsprotocol.xyz or via the Hats Support Telegram group.
5.3 Modifications: We may update or enhance the Services at our discretion. Material changes will be communicated to you in advance.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Haberdasher Labs Ownership: All intellectual property rights in the Services, including Hats Protocol and related open-source components developed by Haberdasher Labs, such as modules, module factory, module registry, subgraphs, and SDKs (subject to open-source licenses where applicable), the Deployer App, software, trademarks, and content, are owned by Haberdasher Labs. No rights are granted except as expressly provided in these Terms.
6.2 Customer Feedback: If you provide suggestions or feedback, we may use it to improve the Services without any obligation or compensation to you.
7. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary or non-public information shared during the course of using the Services. This obligation does not apply to information that is:
Publicly known;
Independently developed;
Required to be disclosed by law.
8. Assumption of Risk and Blockchain Disclaimers
8.1 Blockchain Risks: Use of Hats Protocol involves significant risks, including but not limited to:
Irreversible blockchain transactions;
Volatility of digital asset prices;
Smart contract bugs and vulnerabilities;
Regulatory uncertainty surrounding blockchain technology.
8.2 No Custody of Digital Assets: Haberdasher Labs is a non-custodial platform. We do not store, manage, or have access to your digital assets.
8.3 Customer Responsibilities: You are responsible for all blockchain transactions initiated using your wallet and accept all associated risks.
9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
9.1 “As Is” Services: The Services are provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
9.2 Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Haberdasher Labs’ total liability under these Terms is limited to the amount you paid for the Services in the six (6) months preceding the claim. We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
10. Termination
10.1 Termination by Customer: You may terminate your use of the Services at any time by providing written notice.
10.2 Termination by Haberdasher Labs: We may suspend or terminate your access if you breach these Terms or if required by law.
10.3 Effect of Termination: Upon termination:
Your access to the Services will cease;
Outstanding fees will become immediately payable;
We will delete or return Customer Content upon request.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
11.1 Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflicts of laws principles.
11.2 Arbitration: Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in the State of Delaware in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association.
11.3 Class Action Waiver: You agree to bring claims only on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit.
12. General Terms
12.1 Updates to Terms: We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
12.2 Privacy Policy: Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
12.3 Notices: All notices must be sent to hq@hatsprotocol.xyz.
12.4 Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force.
12.5 Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Haberdasher Labs with the exception of additional Service Agreements for implementation and consulting services relevant in some cases.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Haberdasher Labs, Inc. Email: hq@hatsprotocol.xyz Website: https://www.hatsprotocol.xyz
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