Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website and services of Digital Heritage & Asset Protection Ltd (DHAP), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the services. These terms constitute a binding agreement between you and DHAP.

2. Service Description and Scope

DHAP provides digital asset protection, provenance registration, incident response, and consulting services. Services are delivered remotely unless otherwise agreed in writing. We reserve the right to refuse service to any party at our sole discretion, particularly in cases involving sanctions lists, high-risk jurisdictions, or assets derived from illegal activities.

3. Client Obligations

You represent that you are the rightful owner or authorized representative of the assets you submit for protection. You agree to provide accurate and complete information and to maintain the confidentiality of any credentials or keys shared with DHAP. You are responsible for notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access or suspected compromise.

4. Service Limitations and Disclaimers

DHAP does not guarantee the prevention of all digital asset theft or loss. Our services are performed with professional diligence, but blockchain technology and decentralized platforms carry inherent risks, including smart contract bugs, chain reorganizations, and regulatory changes. We disclaim liability for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

5. Fees and Payment

Fees are as quoted in the applicable Statement of Work (SOW) or service agreement. Payments are due within 30 days of invoice unless otherwise stated. Late payments incur a 1.5% monthly interest charge. All fees are exclusive of taxes, which you are responsible for paying. We accept wire transfers, USDC, and ETH.

6. Intellectual Property and Confidentiality

All pre-existing intellectual property of either party remains its own. DHAP retains ownership of methodologies, tools, and templates developed during the engagement. Confidential information disclosed during the engagement shall be protected for three years. This section survives termination.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify DHAP against claims arising from your breach of these terms, misuse of services, or violation of third-party rights. DHAP agrees to indemnify you against claims that our services infringe a third party’s intellectual property rights.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, DHAP’s aggregate liability for any claim arising from these terms or services is limited to the fees paid by you in the 12 months preceding the claim. In no event shall DHAP be liable for loss of profits, data, or goodwill.

9. Termination

Either party may terminate a service agreement with 30 days’ written notice. DHAP may terminate immediately for your breach of security obligations or non-payment. Upon termination, you must return or destroy any DHAP confidential materials. Outstanding fees survive termination.

10. dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Gibraltar. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Gibraltar Arbitration Act, administered by the Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce. Arbitration shall be conducted in English and seated in Gibraltar.

11. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures due to events beyond reasonable control, including acts of God, war, internet outages, blockchain congestion, or regulatory actions.

12. Entire Agreement

These terms together with any SOW constitute the entire agreement. No waiver of any term is effective unless in writing. If any provision is held invalid, the remainder continues in force.