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Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of Clipeum IT's services and website. Please read them carefully as they contain important information about your rights and obligations.

Last updated: January 2025
UK Law Applies

Terms Summary

Our Services

Professional IT support, cybersecurity, and business automation services for UK businesses.

Your Responsibilities

Provide accurate information, follow security guidelines, and pay fees on time.

Our Commitment

Deliver professional services with care, maintain confidentiality, and support your business goals.

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our services.

Important Notice

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement. Please read them carefully and contact us if you have any questions before using our services.

2. Our Services

IT Support Services

  • • Managed IT support and maintenance
  • • Network monitoring and management
  • • Help desk and technical support
  • • System administration and updates
  • • Backup and disaster recovery

Cybersecurity Services

  • • Security assessments and audits
  • • Threat monitoring and response
  • • Security awareness training
  • • Compliance support (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001)
  • • Incident response and forensics

Business Automation

  • • Process automation and workflow design
  • • Microsoft Power Platform implementation
  • • Document management systems
  • • AI tools integration
  • • Custom software solutions

3. Your Responsibilities

Information Accuracy

Provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information about your systems, requirements, and business needs.

Security Compliance

Follow our security recommendations and maintain good cybersecurity practices as advised by our team.

Timely Payment

Pay all fees and charges according to the agreed payment terms and schedule.

Reasonable Access

Provide reasonable access to your systems and premises as required for service delivery.

Prohibited Activities

Do not use our services for illegal activities, to harm others, or to violate any applicable laws or regulations.

4. Payment Terms

Fees and Billing

  • • Monthly service fees are billed in advance
  • • Project work is billed according to agreed milestones
  • • Additional services may incur extra charges
  • • All prices are exclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise

Payment Schedule

Standard Terms

  • • Payment due within 30 days of invoice
  • • Direct debit preferred for monthly services
  • • Late payment charges may apply

Overdue Accounts

  • • Services may be suspended for non-payment
  • • Recovery costs may be charged
  • • Interest charged at 8% above Bank of England base rate

5. Service Levels

Response Times

  • Critical: 15 minutes
  • High: 2 hours
  • Medium: 4 hours
  • Low: Next business day

Availability

  • Network uptime: 99.9%
  • Support hours: 8am-6pm
  • Emergency: 24/7
  • Planned maintenance: Notified

Quality Standards

  • ISO 27001 compliant
  • Cyber Essentials certified
  • Regular service reviews
  • Continuous improvement

6. Limitation of Liability

Important Legal Notice

Please read this section carefully as it limits our liability in certain circumstances.

We Do Not Exclude Liability For:

  • • Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
  • • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • • Any matter for which it would be illegal to exclude liability

Our Total Liability is Limited To:

  • • The total fees paid by you in the 12 months preceding the claim
  • • We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages
  • • We are not liable for loss of profits, data, or business opportunities

7. Termination

By You

  • • 30 days written notice for ongoing services
  • • Immediate termination for cause
  • • Outstanding fees remain payable
  • • Data return within 30 days

By Us

  • • 30 days notice for convenience
  • • Immediate termination for breach
  • • Non-payment after 30 days
  • • Refund of prepaid unused services

8. Confidentiality

Your Information is Safe

We understand that we may have access to sensitive business information. We are committed to maintaining strict confidentiality.

We Will:

  • • Keep all client information confidential
  • • Use information only for service delivery
  • • Implement appropriate security measures
  • • Train staff on confidentiality requirements

Exceptions:

  • • Information already in public domain
  • • Required by law or court order
  • • With your written consent
  • • To protect our legitimate interests

9. Governing Law

UK Law Applies

These terms are governed by English law and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

Dispute Resolution

We prefer to resolve disputes through direct discussion. If this is not possible, we may use mediation or arbitration before resorting to court proceedings.

10. Questions About These Terms?

Get in Touch

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us. We're here to help clarify any points.

Legal Enquiries

info@clipeumit.com

0333 996 4264

General Support

info@clipeumit.com

Monday - Friday, 8am - 6pm