Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using DevAPI Host ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Description of Service

DevAPI Host provides a cloud-based platform for developers to host, deploy, and manage API applications. Our service includes but is not limited to:

• API hosting and deployment infrastructure
• Automated scaling and load balancing
• Security features including OAuth2 integration
• Monitoring, analytics, and logging tools
• Developer tools and comprehensive documentation
• 24/7 technical support and maintenance
• SSL certificate management and security protocols

3. User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process
• Update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete
• Maintain the security of your password and accept all risks of unauthorized access
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use the Service to:

• Violate any local, state, national, or international law or regulation
• Transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its related systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service
• Create accounts through unauthorized means or circumvent service limitations
• Engage in any form of harassment, abuse, or harmful behavior toward other users
• Upload, transmit, or distribute malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Use the Service for cryptocurrency mining or similar resource-intensive activities

5. Data and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Service by reference.

6. API Usage and Limitations

The Service may impose certain limitations on API usage, including but not limited to:

• Rate limiting and request quotas based on your subscription plan
• Storage and bandwidth limitations
• Concurrent connection limits
• Geographic or jurisdictional restrictions
• Resource usage caps to ensure fair usage across all users

7. Payment Terms

Certain features of the Service require payment. You agree to:

• Pay all fees associated with your use of paid features
• Provide accurate billing information and keep it updated
• Pay all charges incurred by your account
• Accept that all fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated in our refund policy
• Understand that failure to pay may result in service suspension or termination

8. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of DevAPI Host and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. You retain ownership of your content and applications deployed through our platform.

9. Service Availability and Maintenance

While we strive to provide continuous service availability, we reserve the right to:

• Perform scheduled maintenance with advance notice
• Conduct emergency maintenance when necessary
• Temporarily suspend service for security or technical reasons
• Update or modify the Service to improve functionality

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and bar access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to breach of the Terms. You may also terminate your account at any time by contacting our support team.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. DevAPI Host expressly disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

12. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall DevAPI Host be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless DevAPI Host and its affiliates from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through:

• Initial good faith negotiations between the parties
• Binding arbitration if negotiations fail, conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association
• Arbitration shall take place in [Jurisdiction] and be conducted in English
• Each party shall bear their own costs and fees

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of [Jurisdiction].

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

17. Severability

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

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and DevAPI Host concerning the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

19. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at legal@devapihost.com.