Terms of Use
Terms and conditions governing your use of Tax.Network platform and services.
1. Introduction and Acceptance
Welcome to Tax.Network ("Platform," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Use ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Tax.Network, a Delaware corporation with its principal place of business in the United States.
By accessing or using the Platform, creating an account, or claiming an expert profile, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Platform.
2. Eligibility and Account Registration
2.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old to create an account or use our services. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
2.2 Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account.
2.3 Accurate Information
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.
3. Platform Services Description
3.1 Expert Directory
Tax.Network operates an online directory connecting individuals and businesses with tax professionals, financial advisors, and related experts across multiple jurisdictions worldwide.
3.2 Lead Generation Services
For registered experts, we provide lead generation services including inquiry forwarding, profile visibility, and client connection facilitation.
3.3 Content Platform
The Platform hosts educational articles, guides, and resources related to taxation, international tax planning, and financial services.
4. Expert Services and Responsibilities
4.1 Expert Profile Claims
Tax professionals may claim and manage their profiles on the Platform. By claiming a profile, experts represent that all information provided is accurate and that they hold valid professional credentials.
4.2 Lead Handling
Experts agree to respond to leads in a professional and timely manner and to comply with all applicable professional conduct standards.
4.3 No Employment Relationship
Experts listed on the Platform are independent professionals. Nothing in these Terms creates an employment, agency, partnership, or joint venture relationship between Tax.Network and any expert.
5. User-Generated Content
5.1 Content License
By submitting content (including articles, profiles, and comments), you grant Tax.Network a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content in connection with the Platform.
5.2 Content Standards
You agree that all content you submit will be accurate, not misleading, and will not violate any applicable laws or third-party rights.
5.3 Removal Rights
We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or that we determine, in our sole discretion, is inappropriate.
6. Fees, Payments, and Refunds
6.1 Subscription Plans
Certain features and services require paid subscriptions. Current pricing is available on our pricing page. Prices are subject to change with 30 days' notice.
6.2 Payment Terms
Subscription fees are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis. All payments are processed securely through our third-party payment processors.
6.3 Refund Policy
Refunds may be issued at our discretion within 14 days of purchase if you have not substantially used the paid services. Lead credits and consumed services are non-refundable.
6.4 Taxes
You are responsible for all applicable taxes. Prices displayed may not include taxes, which will be added at checkout where required.
7. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use the Platform for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Harvest, scrape, or collect user data without authorization
- Interfere with or disrupt the Platform's operation or security
- Circumvent any access restrictions or authentication measures
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without our written permission
- Engage in spam, phishing, or unsolicited commercial communications
8. Intellectual Property Rights
8.1 Platform Ownership
The Platform, including its design, features, content, and underlying technology, is owned by Tax.Network and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Platform for its intended purposes, subject to these Terms.
8.3 Trademarks
"Tax.Network" and related logos are trademarks of Tax.Network. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission.
9. Disclaimers
9.1 No Professional Advice
IMPORTANT: THE PLATFORM PROVIDES GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE LEGAL, TAX, FINANCIAL, OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. The content on this Platform should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with qualified professionals. Each user's situation is unique, and you should consult appropriate professionals before making any decisions.
9.2 Third-Party Experts
We do not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for any expert listed on the Platform. Users engage with experts at their own risk and should conduct their own due diligence.
9.3 No Warranties
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TAX.NETWORK AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR GOODWILL, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100).
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tax.Network and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Platform, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.
12. Dispute Resolution
12.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
12.2 Arbitration
Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in Delaware, and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.
12.3 Class Action Waiver
YOU AGREE TO RESOLVE DISPUTES WITH US ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND WAIVE YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS, CLASS ARBITRATIONS, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTIONS.
13. Modifications and Termination
13.1 Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or Platform notification at least 30 days before taking effect. Your continued use of the Platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
13.2 Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us.
14. General Provisions
14.1 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
14.2 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
14.3 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tax.Network regarding your use of the Platform.
15. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Tax.Network
Email: legal@tax.network
Website: https://tax.network/support