Terms of Service
Last updated: January 5, 2025
Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Nocean! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Nocean platform, website, and related services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our Services. If you are using our Services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
Definitions
For purposes of these Terms:
"Nocean," "we," "us," or "our" refers to Nocean, Inc. and its affiliates.
"You" or "Customer" refers to the individual or entity using our Services.
"Platform" refers to the Nocean AI-powered sales and customer success platform.
"Content" means text, graphics, images, documents, and other materials you upload or create.
"User Data" refers to all data and content submitted through your use of the Services.
Account Registration
To use our Services, you must create an account and provide accurate information:
Account Requirements
You must be at least 16 years old to create an account
You must provide accurate, complete, and current information
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
Account Suspension
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or for any other reason at our sole discretion.
Use of Services
You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
Permitted Uses
You may use the Platform to:
Create and manage sales portals for your business
Collaborate with customers in deal rooms
Generate AI-powered content for sales and customer success
Track engagement and analyze customer interactions
Integrate with third-party services (CRM, email, etc.)
Prohibited Uses
You agree NOT to:
Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
Upload viruses, malware, or malicious code
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
Scrape, crawl, or spider our Services
Reverse engineer or decompile our software
Use the Platform to send spam or unsolicited communications
Impersonate another person or entity
Interfere with or disrupt the Services
Use the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
User Content and Data
You retain ownership of all content and data you submit to the Platform.
License Grant
By submitting content to Nocean, you grant us a limited, worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, store, process, and display your content solely to provide and improve the Services. This license terminates when you delete your content or close your account.
Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for:
The accuracy, quality, and legality of your content
Obtaining necessary rights and permissions for content you upload
Complying with applicable laws regarding your content
Not uploading confidential information you are not authorized to share
Data Processing
We process your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Our use of AI to generate content, answer questions, and provide insights is covered under our data processing agreement.
Payment Terms
Certain features of our Services require payment. By subscribing to a paid plan, you agree to the following:
Subscription Plans
Plans are billed monthly or annually in advance
Prices are listed on our pricing page and may change with 30 days notice
All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
You authorize us to charge your payment method automatically
Free Trials
We may offer free trial periods. If you do not cancel before the trial ends, you will be automatically charged for a paid subscription.
Cancellation
You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period. You will retain access to paid features until the end of your billing cycle.
Taxes
All fees are exclusive of applicable taxes (VAT, sales tax, etc.). You are responsible for paying all applicable taxes.
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Services and all associated content, features, and functionality are owned by Nocean and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Nocean's IP
We retain all rights to:
The Nocean platform software and source code
Our trademarks, logos, and brand elements
Documentation, guides, and training materials
AI models and algorithms (excluding your data)
Feedback
If you provide feedback or suggestions about our Services, we may use them without any obligation to you. You grant us a perpetual, irrevocable license to use and incorporate your feedback.
AI and Machine Learning
Nocean uses artificial intelligence to power features like content generation, prospect-facing AI agents, and analytics.
AI Usage
AI-generated content is provided "as-is" and should be reviewed before use
We do not guarantee the accuracy or appropriateness of AI outputs
You are responsible for any AI-generated content you use or share
We do not use your proprietary data to train public AI models
AI Limitations
AI models may produce errors, biases, or inappropriate content. You should review and edit AI-generated content before publishing or sharing it with customers.
Warranties and Disclaimers
OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, NOCEAN DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that:
The Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
Defects will be corrected
The Services are free of viruses or harmful components
Results obtained from using the Services will be accurate or reliable
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, NOCEAN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES.
This includes damages for:
Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
Loss of data or content
Business interruption
Loss of goodwill or reputation
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Nocean and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:
Your use of the Services
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any rights of another party
Your content or data
Third-Party Services and Integrations
Our Platform may integrate with third-party services (HubSpot, Salesforce, Slack, etc.). Your use of these integrations is subject to the third party's terms and privacy policies.
We are not responsible for the availability, functionality, or security of third-party services. Any issues with integrations should be directed to the respective third-party provider.
Confidentiality
Both parties agree to protect each other's confidential information. "Confidential Information" includes non-public technical, business, and financial information.
Exceptions to confidentiality:
Information that becomes publicly available through no breach
Information independently developed without use of confidential information
Information required to be disclosed by law
Data Security and Privacy
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials. We recommend using strong passwords and enabling two-factor authentication.
For details on how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy.
Service Level and Uptime
We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime for our Services, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted availability.
Planned maintenance will be:
Scheduled during low-traffic periods when possible
Announced in advance (except for emergency maintenance)
Completed as quickly as possible
Termination
Either party may terminate this agreement at any time.
By You
You may cancel your subscription and close your account at any time from your account settings.
By Us
We may suspend or terminate your access if:
You violate these Terms
Your account has been inactive for 12+ months
We are required to do so by law
Your use poses a security or legal risk
Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
Your access to the Services will cease immediately
Your data will be deleted within 30 days (except as required by law)
You remain liable for any outstanding fees
Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
Dispute Resolution
We hope to resolve any disputes amicably. If we cannot, the following process applies:
Informal Resolution
Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at legal@nocean.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.
Binding Arbitration
If informal resolution fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). Arbitration will take place in [City, State].
Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive the right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.
Exceptions
Either party may seek injunctive relief in court to:
Protect intellectual property rights
Prevent unauthorized access to systems
Enforce confidentiality obligations
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of [State], United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any legal action not subject to arbitration must be brought in the state or federal courts located in [City, State].
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
Posting the updated Terms on this page
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending an email notification (for significant changes)
Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Services and close your account.
General Provisions
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Nocean regarding the Services.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
Assignment
You may not assign these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate or successor entity.
Force Majeure
Neither party will be liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control (natural disasters, war, strikes, etc.).
Notices
All notices must be in writing and sent to the addresses provided in the Contact section below.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:
Nocean, Inc.
Email: legal@nocean.com
Address: [Company Address]
Phone: 1-800-XXX-XXXX
For support inquiries, please contact support@nocean.com.