Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern all engagements, proposals, and digital services provided by LEOKADIE SZALKOVA, an independent software engineer operating from Max-Brauer-Allee 83-85, 22765, Hamburg, Germany ("the Provider"). By engaging the Provider, the client ("the Client") agrees to be bound by these Terms.

1. Services

The Provider offers software engineering services including custom application development, web platforms, automation systems, API integrations, backend systems, internal tools, digital infrastructure, and technical consulting. The precise scope of each engagement is defined in a written proposal accepted by the Client.

2. Engagement & Acceptance

An engagement commences upon written acceptance of a proposal by the Client and receipt of any initial payment specified in that proposal. Each proposal forms a binding agreement supplementary to these Terms.

3. Fees and Payment

Fees are stated in Euro (EUR) and detailed in the individual proposal. Invoices are issued electronically and become payable within the term stated on the invoice. Late payments may result in suspension of work until the outstanding balance is settled.

4. Client Responsibilities

The Client agrees to provide timely access to materials, accounts, and information reasonably required to perform the Services, and to respond to communications within a reasonable timeframe. Delays caused by the Client may impact the agreed delivery schedule.

5. Intellectual Property

Upon full payment, the Client receives full ownership of all deliverables produced specifically for them under the engagement, excluding third-party components and pre-existing libraries, which remain subject to their respective licences. The Provider retains the right to reference the nature of the work for professional purposes.

6. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to keep all non-public information disclosed during the engagement strictly confidential and to use it solely for the purpose of performing the Services.

7. Warranties & Limitation of Liability

The Provider warrants that Services will be performed with reasonable skill and care consistent with professional industry standards. Except where prohibited by law, the Provider's total liability under any engagement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client for the specific engagement giving rise to the claim.

8. Termination

Either party may terminate an engagement with written notice. The Client remains liable for all work performed up to the date of termination. Refund eligibility is governed by the Refund Policy.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany. Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hamburg, Germany.

10. Contact

For any questions regarding these Terms, contact leokadie.s@inbox.eu.