Software License Agreement

FourthIR Limited Software License Agreement

  1. Introduction

This agreement ("Agreement") is a legal agreement between you ("End User") and FourthIR Limited ("Developer") for the software application (the "Software") provided by Developer for use on mobile devices and personal computers. By downloading, installing, or using the Software, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If you do not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, do not download, install or use the Software.

  1. License

Developer grants End User a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to download, install and use the Software on mobile devices and personal computers for personal, non-commercial use.

  1. Ownership

The Software and all intellectual property rights in and to the Software are owned by Developer. The End User may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or transfer the Software or any portion thereof without the express written consent of Developer.

  1. Restrictions

The End User shall not reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the Software, except to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law. The End User shall not use the Software for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.

  1. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Software is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Developer does not warrant that the Software will meet the End User's requirements, or that the Software will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.

  1. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Developer be liable for any damages whatsoever, including, but not limited to, direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, arising out of or in connection with the use or inability to use the Software.

  1. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Zambia, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.

  1. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether oral or written.

  1. Changes to Agreement

Developer reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace any part of this Agreement. It is your responsibility to check this Agreement periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the Software following the posting of any changes to this Agreement constitutes acceptance of those changes.

  1. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Agreement or the Software, please contact Developer at research@fourthir.org. This agreement shall be effective as of the date of the End user's acceptance and shall remain in effect until terminated by either party.

Data Collection and Use

  1. Introduction

This section of the Agreement ("Data Collection and Use") explains how FourthIR Limited ("Developer") collects, uses, and protects the data that is collected through the use of the Software ("Data"). By downloading, installing, or using the Software, you agree to the terms and conditions of this Data Collection and Use section.

  1. Data Collection

The Software may collect Data from End Users, such as location data, usage data, and device data. The Software may also use third-party libraries to collect additional data, such as analytics data and advertising data. End Users will be notified of the specific data being collected and the purpose for which it is being collected at the time of data collection.

  1. Data Use

Developer may use Data collected through the Software for the following purposes:

(i)To improve the functionality and user experience of the Software

(ii) To analyze usage patterns and preferences of End Users

(iii) To personalize content and advertising for End Users

(iv) To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

  1. Data Sharing

Developer may share Data with third-party service providers, such as analytics and advertising providers, in order to improve the functionality and user experience of the Software, analyze usage patterns and preferences of End Users, personalize content and advertising, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements. These third-party service providers are prohibited from using the Data for any other purpose and are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of the Data.

  1. Data Security

Developer takes reasonable steps to protect the Data collected through the Software from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure and the Developer cannot guarantee the absolute security of the Data.

  1. Data Retention

Data collected through the Software will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal and regulatory requirements, or for other legitimate business purposes.

  1. Data Access and Control

End Users may request access to their Data or request that their Data be corrected, updated, or deleted by contacting Developer at research@fourthir.org.

  1. Changes to Data Collection and Use

Developer reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace any part of this Data Collection and Use section. It is your responsibility to check this section periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the Software following the posting of any changes to this Data Collection and Use section constitutes acceptance of those changes.

  1. Third-Party Services

The Software may use third-party libraries to collect and process data. The End User acknowledges that these third-party services may have their own terms of service and privacy policies that govern their collection and use of data. The Developer is not responsible for the data collection or use practices of these third-party services, and the End User should review the terms of service and privacy policies of these services before using the Software.

  1. Compliance with Laws

The End User is responsible for ensuring that the use of the Software complies with all applicable laws, including but not limited to data protection and privacy laws. The End User must obtain all necessary consents from individuals whose data is collected through the Software, and must use the data in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

  1. Termination

This Agreement will terminate automatically if End User breaches any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. In addition, Developer may terminate this Agreement at any time and for any reason. Upon termination, the End User must immediately cease all use of the Software and delete all copies of the Software in their possession.

23. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Agreement or the Software, please contact Developer at research@fourthir.org.

24. Acknowledgment

By downloading, installing, or using the Software, the End User acknowledges that they have read this Agreement, understand it, and agree to be bound by its terms and conditions.

This Agreement shall be effective as of the date of the End User's acceptance and shall remain in effect until terminated by either party.