Terms and Conditions

Preface

Welcome to Softorage, your trusted source for curated software information and services. Before you dive into using our website, we want to ensure that you understand how you can and can’t use our services. We’ve done our best to keep these terms concise and easy to understand, so you can quickly get to what matters most—finding the software you need.

These terms and conditions govern your use of Softorage.com (“our Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using our Website.

Disclaimer

1. Acceptance of Terms:

• By using the information, services, and products available through this site and by downloading any software via links provided, you agree to the terms and conditions contained herein.

2. “AS IS” Provision:

• This site provides the information, services, and products available “AS IS,” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, all express warranties, implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement of proprietary rights, are hereby disclaimed.

3. No Software Provision:

• Softorage.com (“our Website”) does not host or provide software for download directly. Instead, we provide links to third-party websites where you can download software from authentic sources. As such, our Website is not affiliated with, associated with, or responsible for the software for which we provide download links.

4. Limitation of Liability:

• We cannot be held liable for any issues, faults, or damages that may arise from the download or use of software linked through our Website. This includes, but is not limited to, any damage to your computer systems, data loss, or other harm that may result from accessing or using the linked software.

5. Third-Party Websites:

• Any links to third-party websites are provided for your convenience only, and the inclusion of such links does not imply endorsement by Softorage. We do not control or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Accessing any third-party website is at your own risk.

6. No Endorsement:

• The provision of links to third-party software does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Softorage. Any statements, claims, or representations made by third-party software providers are their own and do not reflect the views or opinions of Softorage.

7. Legal Jurisdiction:

• Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for certain types of damages. As a result, some of the limitations above may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.

8. Updates to Disclaimer:

• We reserve the right to update or change this disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of our Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated disclaimer.

Removal of Software Titles

1. Takedown Request:

• If you are the publisher or authorized representative of a software title listed on Softorage.com (“our Website”) and wish to have it removed, you must submit a formal takedown request. To do so, please contact us via the Contact Us page on our Website, providing the following information:
  • Your full name
  • Your company name
  • Your job title
  • The title of the software you wish to have removed
  • The reason for the takedown request

2. Verification Process:

• Upon receiving your request, we will initiate a verification process to confirm your identity and authority to make the request. We will contact you within 72 hours of receiving your request to complete this verification.

3. Action on Request:

• Once your identity and request have been verified, we will proceed to action the removal of the specified software title. This process will be completed within a further 72 hours following successful verification.

4. Reservation of Rights:

• We reserve the right to deny a takedown request if we cannot verify your identity or authority to make the request, or if the request does not comply with our policies and procedures. We will inform you of any such denial within the specified time frame.

5. Contact Information:

• For any inquiries regarding the takedown process or to submit a request, please visit our Contact Us page.

Use of Trademarks

1. Ownership of Trademarks:

• All trademarks, service marks, logos, trade names, and other distinctive brand features displayed on Softorage.com (“our Website”) that represent Softorage are the property of Softorage or its licensors. You acknowledge that these trademarks are protected by law, and all rights in these trademarks are reserved.

2. Permitted Use:

• Except as provided in this clause, you may not use, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, or modify our trademarks without prior written consent from us. The use of our trademarks as part of a business, product, or service name, trade name, company name, or domain name is strictly prohibited without explicit permission.

3. Fair Use:

• You are permitted to use our trademarks without prior authorization solely for the purpose of accurately identifying Softorage, such as in truthful reviews, commentaries, news reporting, or when referring to our products or services. This fair use must not create confusion or imply any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship by Softorage where none exists.

4. No Endorsement or Affiliation:

• Any use of our trademarks beyond fair use, particularly in a way that suggests an association with or endorsement by Softorage, requires prior written authorization. Unauthorized use may constitute trademark infringement and could result in legal action.

5. Attribution:

• When using our trademarks under the fair use provision, you should include a proper trademark attribution notice, indicating that the trademarks are owned by Softorage where practicable.

6. Restrictions on Use:

• You are prohibited from using our trademarks in a manner that could harm our reputation or diminish the value of our trademarks. This includes, but is not limited to, using the trademarks in any unlawful, misleading, defamatory, or otherwise inappropriate context.

7. Termination of Rights:

• We reserve the right to revoke any permission granted for the use of our trademarks at any time, for any reason, without notice. Upon termination, you must immediately cease all use of the trademarks and remove any materials bearing the trademarks from your website, products, or other materials.

8. Legal Remedies:

• Any unauthorized use of our trademarks beyond the scope of fair use will be considered a violation of our intellectual property rights. We reserve the right to pursue all legal and equitable remedies available to us, including seeking damages and injunctive relief.

9. Reporting Misuse:

• If you become aware of any unauthorized use of our trademarks or believe that our trademarks are being infringed upon, please notify us immediately at Contact Us page.

Linking to our Website

1. Image Linking:

• You are prohibited from linking to any images hosted by us and displayed on our Website unless expressly permitted by us. We reserve the right to withdraw such permission at any time, for any reason, without notice, and may require you to immediately remove any links to our images. If you link to images displayed on our Website but hosted by third parties, you agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the hosting party/entity. We are not responsible for any damages or disputes arising from such actions.

2. Fair and Legal Use:

• Any link to our Website must be done in a way that is fair, legal, and does not harm or exploit our reputation. You must not establish a link that implies any form of association, approval, or endorsement on our part where none exists.
• Links to our website must not be used in any way that is misleading or deceptive.

3. Ownership and Content Restrictions:

• You shall not link to our Website from any website that you do not own or from any website that contains unlawful, indecent, inappropriate, or otherwise incompatible content with our reputation.

4. Prohibition on Framing:

• You shall not frame, mirror, or otherwise incorporate any part of our website into any other website without our prior written consent. Embedding content from our website directly into other websites is also prohibited without express permission.

5. Protection of Logos and Trademarks:

• You agree not to do, or fail to do, anything that could diminish our rights in the logos or trademarks or impair, jeopardize, or invalidate any registration of the logos or trademarks. You are prohibited from altering, changing, or modifying our logos in any way.

6. Restriction on Use of Logos and Name:

• You shall not use our logos or the word “Softorage” as part of any business or trading name, style, or domain name under any circumstances.

7. Acknowledgment of Ownership:

• You acknowledge that all rights in the logos are vested in us, and you shall not claim ownership of the logos, goodwill, or reputation associated with them through your use. Any goodwill derived from your use of the logos shall accrue solely to us.

8. Responsibility for Content on Linked Websites:

• We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of any websites linked to our website. Following any links to off-site pages or other websites is at your own risk.

9. Limited Permission and Withdrawal:

• You may not link to our Website or use or reproduce our trademarks or logos beyond what is expressly permitted in this clause. We reserve the right to withdraw this permission at any time, for any reason, without notice. Upon such withdrawal, you agree to immediately remove any links to our Website, name, trademarks, or logos from your website.

10. Contact Information for Linking Requests:

• If you wish to link to our website in a way that goes beyond what is permitted under this clause, or if you wish to use any of our content, logos, or trademarks, please contact us at Contact Us page.

Use of Website

1. General Use:

• You may not use our Website in such a way that disrupts, interferes with or restricts the use by other users. You may not reproduce or copy the content of our Website in any form without prior permission. We reserve the right to withdraw this permission for any reason without notice and to demand that you immediately remove any copyrighted material.

2. Unauthorized Access:

• You agree not to use any automated system, including but not limited to “robots,” “spiders,” “scrapers,” or “offline readers,” to access the website for any purpose without the express written permission of the website owner. Scraping, crawling, caching, or otherwise accessing any content on the website in an unauthorized manner is strictly prohibited.

3. Permitted Use with Authorization:

• If you wish to engage in activities that involve automated data collection, such as scraping, you must obtain explicit written authorization from the website owner. This authorization may be subject to specific terms and conditions, including but not limited to, the scope of data to be collected, the methods used, and the purposes for which the data will be utilized. Unauthorized scraping or data collection, even if attempted for legitimate purposes, is strictly forbidden without prior consent.

4. Data Collection:

• You are prohibited from collecting or harvesting any personally identifiable information, including account names or email addresses, from the website by any means unless explicitly authorized. Engaging in any unauthorized activity that involves automated data collection or extraction of website content, such as scraping, data mining, or similar techniques, without prior written consent is strictly forbidden.

5. Monitoring and Enforcement:

• We reserve the right to monitor your access and use of the website to ensure compliance with these terms and conditions. Any unauthorized access or use, including scraping or data harvesting, will be investigated, and appropriate legal action may be taken. This may include, but is not limited to, seeking injunctive relief, filing a lawsuit for damages, or notifying the relevant authorities.

6. Termination of Access:

• Violation of this clause may result in immediate termination or suspension of your access to the website, without notice or liability to you.

7. Legal Remedies:

• In addition to termination of access, we reserve the right to pursue all legal and equitable remedies available to us, including, but not limited to, seeking damages and attorney’s fees resulting from your unauthorized use of the website.

8. Requesting Authorization:

• To request authorization for scraping or other automated data collection activities, please contact us at Contact Us page. Your request should include details regarding the purpose, scope, and method of scraping, and any other relevant information. We will review your request and respond with our decision, including any conditions that may apply.

This terms of use and permissions within and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with it or its subject matter or formation shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India and submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the the courts in Mumbai, India.

You agree that you have read and understood all the coditions enumerated in this document, Disclaimer, Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy. Please proceed only if you accept all the conditions enumerated herein above, out of your free will and consent.