Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Smart Compare Focus website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the Smart Compare Focus website ("Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Smart Compare Focus provides educational comparisons of software tools, learning platforms, productivity applications, and related services. Our comparisons are designed to help users make informed decisions by presenting objective analysis based on publicly available information.

Service Features

• Detailed product and service comparisons
• Feature analysis and evaluation
• Educational content about various tools and platforms
• Links to official product websites and resources

3. Educational Purpose and Limitations

Educational Nature

Our comparisons and content are provided for educational and informational purposes only. They are not intended as:

• Professional advice or consulting services
• Recommendations for specific business decisions
• Endorsements of particular products or services
• Guarantees of product performance or suitability

Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of our content. Product features, pricing, and availability change frequently, and you should verify current information directly with vendors before making decisions.

4. User Responsibilities

Appropriate Use

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Use automated systems to access or scrape our content
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code

Contact Form Usage

When using our contact forms, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information
• Use the contact form only for legitimate inquiries
• Not send spam, promotional materials, or irrelevant content
• Respect our response times and communication preferences

5. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Smart Compare Focus and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Service for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

Restrictions

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code from our Service

6. Third-Party Links and Services

External Links

Our Service contains links to third-party websites and services. These links are provided for your convenience and information. We do not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

Third-Party Disclaimer

Your use of any third-party websites or services is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of those third parties. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Disclaimers

No Warranties

The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of non-infringement
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of content

Information Disclaimer

Our comparisons are based on publicly available information and may not reflect the most current product features, pricing, or availability. We disclaim all liability for decisions made based on our content.

8. Limitation of Liability

Liability Limits

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Smart Compare Focus shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Business interruption or loss of revenue
• Costs of substitute goods or services
• Any other commercial damages or losses

Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Service shall not exceed $100 USD.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Smart Compare Focus and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit through our contact forms

10. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to Terms

Modification Rights

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If we make material changes, we will:

• Post the updated Terms on this page
• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Provide reasonable notice of significant changes

Continued Use

Your continued use of the Service after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Service.

12. Termination

Termination Rights

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of Harris County, Texas.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect, and the invalid or unenforceable provision will be replaced with a valid and enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Smart Compare Focus regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

17. Additional Provisions

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms that is due to fire, flood, earthquake, elements of nature, acts of God, acts of war, terrorism, riots, civil disorders, rebellions, or other similar causes beyond our reasonable control.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition.

By using Smart Compare Focus, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them.