Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using FreelanceShield ("Service", "we", "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

FreelanceShield is a SaaS platform that helps Indian freelancers create GST-compliant invoices, manage clients, track agreements, and calculate TDS obligations. The Service is provided on a subscription basis.

3. Accounts

You must provide accurate, complete information when creating an account. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials. We are not liable for any loss resulting from unauthorized use of your account.

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Service.

4. Subscriptions and Billing

The Service is offered on a free tier and a paid Pro subscription. Paid subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis through our payment processor, Paddle.

Prices are listed in Indian Rupees (INR) or USD as shown on the pricing page and may change with 30 days' notice.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
• Use the Service to generate fraudulent invoices or misrepresent tax obligations

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 your data as described therein.

7. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of FreelanceShield and its licensors. Your data belongs to you.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that the information it produces constitutes formal tax or legal advice. Consult a qualified CA for tax compliance.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, FreelanceShield shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Service.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account at our discretion if you violate these Terms. You may cancel your subscription at any time from your billing settings. Upon termination, your right to access the Service ceases immediately.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in India.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or an in-app notice. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.