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Terms of Service

Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 1, 2025

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of træct.dev services and website. By using our services, you agree to these Terms.

1. Service Provider

træct.dev
Moritz Schlichting
The Netherlands
KVK Number: 98165925
Business Type: Eenmanszaak (Sole Proprietorship)
Email: mo@traect.dev

2. Services

træct.dev provides:

  • Software development services
  • DevOps and infrastructure consulting
  • Personal development coaching
  • Technical consulting and advisory services

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to:

  • These Terms of Service
  • Our Privacy Policy
  • Any additional terms specific to your project (as outlined in contracts or proposals)

4. Service Agreements

4.1 Project Scope

  • Services are provided based on agreed project scope, timeline, and deliverables
  • Changes to scope require written agreement and may affect pricing and timeline
  • Detailed terms will be outlined in project-specific contracts or statements of work

4.2 Client Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Provide timely feedback and necessary information
  • Ensure you have rights to any materials provided to us
  • Make timely payments as agreed
  • Communicate clearly about project requirements and changes

5. Payment Terms

5.1 Pricing and Invoicing

  • Pricing is determined per project or engagement
  • Invoices are issued according to agreed payment schedule
  • Payment is due within 14 days of invoice date unless otherwise agreed
  • All prices are in EUR unless otherwise specified

5.2 Payment Processing

  • Payments are processed securely through Stripe
  • We accept credit cards, debit cards, and other payment methods supported by Stripe
  • By making a payment, you agree to Stripe’s Terms of Service

5.3 Late Payment

  • Late payments may incur interest at 2% per month (Dutch statutory rate)
  • We reserve the right to suspend services for overdue payments
  • Collection costs for overdue payments are borne by the client

5.4 Refunds

  • Refund policies are project-specific and outlined in individual agreements
  • Completed work is generally non-refundable
  • Disputes should be raised within 14 days of invoice

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Client-Owned IP

  • Upon full payment, you own the deliverables created specifically for your project
  • Ownership transfer occurs only after complete payment
  • Pre-existing materials and tools remain our property

6.2 Our IP

We retain rights to:

  • Our methodologies, processes, and tools
  • Pre-existing code, libraries, and frameworks
  • General knowledge and experience gained

6.3 Open Source

  • We may use open-source components (with appropriate licenses)
  • Any open-source contributions remain subject to their respective licenses

7. Confidentiality

7.1 Mutual Confidentiality

  • Both parties agree to keep confidential information private
  • Confidential information includes business plans, code, data, and proprietary information
  • Confidentiality obligations survive termination of services

7.2 Exceptions

Confidentiality does not apply to:

  • Information already public or independently developed
  • Information required to be disclosed by law
  • Information disclosed with written consent

8. Warranties and Disclaimers

8.1 Our Commitment

We commit to:

  • Provide services with reasonable skill and care
  • Deliver work that meets agreed specifications
  • Use industry-standard practices

8.2 Disclaimer

Services are provided “as is” to the extent permitted by law:

  • We do not guarantee specific results or outcomes
  • We are not liable for third-party services or integrations
  • You are responsible for testing and validating deliverables

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Dutch law:

  • Our total liability is limited to the amount paid for the specific project
  • We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages
  • This includes lost profits, data loss, or business interruption
  • Exceptions apply for gross negligence or willful misconduct

10. Termination

10.1 By Either Party

  • Either party may terminate with 30 days written notice
  • Termination does not affect payment obligations for work completed
  • Confidentiality obligations survive termination

10.2 Immediate Termination

We may terminate immediately if:

  • You breach these Terms
  • Payment is significantly overdue
  • You engage in illegal or unethical conduct

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • You pay for all work completed to date
  • We deliver work completed up to termination date
  • Both parties return confidential information

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by Dutch law.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Dutch courts in Amsterdam.

11.3 Informal Resolution

We encourage resolving disputes informally through good-faith negotiation before legal action.

12. Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including:

  • Natural disasters
  • Government actions
  • Internet or infrastructure failures
  • Pandemics or public health emergencies

13. Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with:

  • Our Privacy Policy
  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
  • Dutch data protection laws

14. Website Use

14.1 Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use our website for illegal purposes
  • Attempt to breach security or access unauthorized areas
  • Interfere with website functionality
  • Scrape or harvest data without permission

14.2 Content

  • Website content is for informational purposes
  • We may update content without notice
  • We do not guarantee accuracy of all information

15. Third-Party Services

Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or practices.

15.2 Integrations

Projects may integrate third-party services (APIs, platforms, etc.):

  • You are responsible for compliance with third-party terms
  • We are not liable for third-party service failures
  • Additional costs may apply for third-party services

16. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms:

  • Changes will be posted on this page with updated date
  • Continued use constitutes acceptance of new Terms
  • Material changes will be communicated via email when possible

17. Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with project-specific agreements and our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between parties.

19. Contact

For questions about these Terms:

Email: mo@traect.dev
Business Registration: KVK 98165925, The Netherlands

Consumer Rights (Dutch Law)

If you are a consumer (not acting in business capacity), you have additional rights under Dutch consumer protection law:

Cooling-Off Period

For distance contracts (online services), you may have a 14-day cooling-off period to cancel without reason, unless:

  • Services have been fully performed with your consent
  • Custom work has been started with your agreement

Unfair Terms

Unfair contract terms are not binding on consumers under Dutch law.

Complaints

For consumer disputes, you may contact:

These Terms are designed to comply with Dutch law, GDPR, and Stripe requirements. For specific legal advice, please consult a qualified attorney.