Version: November 19, 2024
License Grantor: Victoria Griffin, the creator of BuddyClients (hereafter referred to as “Licensor”).
This Commercial License Agreement (“Agreement”) governs the use of the BuddyClients plugin, including any associated code, content, and updates (hereafter referred to as the “Software”). By purchasing, installing, activating, or using the Software, you (“Licensee”) agree to comply with the terms of this Agreement.
By purchasing or using the Software, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the terms of this Commercial License Agreement.
1. License Grant
Licensor grants Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Software for commercial purposes, subject to the terms of this Agreement. This commercial license is valid for the duration specified in the purchase agreement, which may be on a subscription or one-time basis.
2. Permitted Use
The Software may be used for the following purposes:
- Installing and running the Software on one or more WordPress websites owned and operated by Licensee.
- Accessing premium features and premium support included with the Software as specified in the Software documentation or purchase agreement.
3. Restrictions
Licensee agrees not to:
- Resell, distribute, or transfer the Software or any of its components to third parties, unless explicitly permitted by Licensor.
- Modify, reverse-engineer, or create derivative works of the Software.
- Use the Software for any purpose that violates applicable laws or regulations.
- Allow the Software to be used by any third party not covered under this Agreement.
- Remove or alter any proprietary notices or disclaimers within the Software.
4. License Duration and Renewal
- The commercial license is valid for the period specified in the purchase agreement (either one-time or annual subscription).
- If the license is subscription-based, it will automatically renew at the end of the subscription period unless canceled by the Licensee before the renewal date.
- Licensor reserves the right to update, modify, or discontinue the Software at its discretion during or after the term of the license.
5. Support and Updates
- Premium support is available only to Licensees who have a valid commercial license. Support includes troubleshooting, bug fixes, and assistance with using the Software.
- Updates for the premium features will be made available to Licensees with an active commercial license.
- Support and updates will not be provided for the free version of the Software unless explicitly stated.
6. Fees and Payment
- The Licensee agrees to pay all applicable fees for the commercial license as outlined on the Licensor’s website.
- Payment may be made through accepted payment methods, such as credit cards or PayPal.
- All fees are non-refundable, except as required by law or as outlined in our refund policy.
7. Termination
This Agreement will terminate immediately if:
- The Licensee breaches any of the terms outlined in this Agreement.
- Licensee fails to renew a subscription, if applicable.
- Licensee requests to terminate the Agreement and stops using the Software.
Upon termination, Licensee must stop using the Software and remove it from all systems. The Licensor may deactivate any access to the premium features upon termination.
8. Ownership
- The Software is owned by Licensor and is protected by copyright law, intellectual property laws, and international treaties.
- Licensee is granted a license to use the Software but does not acquire ownership of the Software.
9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
- The Software is provided “as is,” and Licensor makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Software’s functionality, performance, or compatibility.
- Licensor is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the Software, including lost profits, data, or business opportunities.
10. Indemnification
Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Licensor, its affiliates, employees, agents, and representatives from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses arising out of the use of the Software or violation of this Agreement.
11. Governing Law
This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Union County, Tennessee, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
12. Changes to This Agreement
Licensor reserves the right to modify or update the terms of this Agreement at any time. Any changes will be communicated to Licensee via email or on the Licensor’s website. Continued use of the Software after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
13. GPL License and Commercial License
The Software is distributed under the GPL-2.0-or-later license for the free version. This means that the source code of the free version of the plugin is available to be used, modified, and redistributed in accordance with the terms of the GPL.
However, if you have purchased a commercial license for the premium version of the Software, you are granted additional rights, including access to premium features, updates, and support, which are not available under the GPL-licensed version.
- Free Version: The free version of the Software is governed by the GPL-2.0-or-later license and can be freely used and modified in accordance with the GPL.
- Commercial License: The commercial license grants you access to premium features, premium support, and additional benefits not covered by the GPL. These rights are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement.
The commercial license does not affect your right to use the free version of the Software under the GPL, but it does provide additional services and features that are unavailable in the GPL-licensed version.
14. License Termination
- If your subscription to the commercial license for the Software expires or is not renewed, your access to the premium features, updates, and support will be terminated.
- Upon subscription lapse, the Software will revert to the free version of the plugin, which is licensed under the GPL-2.0-or-later. You will no longer have access to premium features that are available only with a commercial license.
- The free version of the Software remains subject to the terms of the GPL-2.0-or-later, and you may continue to use it under the conditions set by that license.
- If you wish to regain access to the premium features, you may renew your commercial license or purchase a new subscription.
15. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, or to request additional information about the Software, please contact support or email info@buddyclients.com.