Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Compliance Scout ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms & Conditions, please do not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

Compliance Scout provides automated regulatory intelligence and compliance monitoring services. We track federal, state, and local regulations relevant to your business and deliver weekly digest reports.

Important: Our Service is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or professional advice.

3. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information during registration
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Not share your account access with unauthorized parties

4. Subscription and Payment

Billing: Subscriptions are billed monthly in advance. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis.

Plan Changes: You may upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time. Changes take effect at the start of the next billing cycle.

Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period. No refunds for partial months.

Price Changes: We reserve the right to modify pricing with 30 days advance notice to subscribers.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

NO LEGAL ADVICE: Compliance Scout is NOT a law firm and does NOT provide legal advice. Our Service provides information only.

NO GUARANTEE: While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that:

• All relevant regulatory changes will be captured
• Information provided is complete, accurate, or up-to-date
• The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Use of the Service will prevent compliance violations or penalties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

6. Limitation of Liability

IMPORTANT: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Compliance Scout and its affiliates shall NOT be liable for:

• Any fines, penalties, or sanctions incurred due to regulatory non-compliance
• Any business losses, lost revenue, or opportunity costs
• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Any damages arising from your reliance on information provided

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

7. Professional Consultation Required

You acknowledge and agree that:

• Compliance Scout does NOT replace consultation with qualified legal, tax, or financial professionals
• You should ALWAYS consult with licensed professionals before making compliance decisions
• Regulations are subject to interpretation and enforcement varies by jurisdiction
• You bear sole responsibility for ensuring your business complies with all applicable laws

8. Intellectual Property

All content, reports, designs, logos, and materials provided through the Service are the property of Compliance Scout and are protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time for:

• Violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Non-payment of subscription fees
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Any reason with 30 days notice

10. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through the Service. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, contact us at:

Email: legal@compliance-scout.com
Support: hello@compliance-scout.com

⚠️ Important Reminder

By using Compliance Scout, you acknowledge that this Service is a monitoring and information tool only. You remain solely responsible for ensuring your business complies with all applicable regulations. Always consult with qualified legal, tax, and financial professionals.