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< h1 > Terms of Service </ h1 >
< p class = " last-updated " > Last Updated : < ? php echo date ( 'jS F Y' ); ?> </p>
< p > These Terms of Service ( " Terms " ) govern your use of UK Data Services ' website and professional data services . By accessing our services , you agree to be bound by these Terms .</ p >
< h2 > 1. Services Description </ h2 >
< h3 > Our Services Include </ h3 >
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< li > Web scraping and data extraction </ li >
< li > Business intelligence and analytics </ li >
< li > Data processing and cleansing </ li >
< li > Custom API development </ li >
< li > Automation solutions </ li >
< li > Data consulting services </ li >
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< h2 > 2. Service Agreement </ h2 >
< h3 > Project Engagement </ h3 >
< p > Each project is governed by a separate Statement of Work ( SOW ) or Service Agreement that specifies :</ p >
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< li > Project scope and deliverables </ li >
< li > Timeline and milestones </ li >
< li > Pricing and payment terms </ li >
< li > Data requirements and specifications </ li >
< li > Compliance requirements </ li >
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< h3 > Client Responsibilities </ h3 >
< p > Clients must :</ p >
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< li > Provide accurate project requirements </ li >
< li > Ensure legal authority to request data collection </ li >
< li > Comply with applicable data protection laws </ li >
< li > Provide timely feedback and approvals </ li >
< li > Make payments according to agreed terms </ li >
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< h2 > 3. Legal Compliance and Ethics </ h2 >
< h3 > Data Collection Standards </ h3 >
< p > All our data collection activities comply with :</ p >
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< li > UK Data Protection Act 2018 </ li >
< li > General Data Protection Regulation ( GDPR ) </ li >
< li > Website terms of service and robots . txt files </ li >
< li > Industry best practices and ethical guidelines </ li >
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< h3 > Prohibited Uses </ h3 >
< p > Our services may not be used for :</ p >
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< li > Illegal activities or purposes </ li >
< li > Unauthorised access to protected systems </ li >
< li > Collection of personal data without legal basis </ li >
< li > Activities that violate intellectual property rights </ li >
< li > Harassment , defamation , or harmful content </ li >
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< h2 > 4. Intellectual Property </ h2 >
< h3 > Service IP </ h3 >
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< li > We retain ownership of our proprietary tools and methodologies </ li >
< li > Clients own the data we collect on their behalf </ li >
< li > Custom developments are owned by the client upon full payment </ li >
< li > We may retain aggregated , anonymised insights for service improvement </ li >
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< h2 > 5. Data Protection and Confidentiality </ h2 >
< h3 > Confidentiality </ h3 >
< p > We maintain strict confidentiality regarding :</ p >
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< li > Client business information and strategies </ li >
< li > Project details and specifications </ li >
< li > Data collected during projects </ li >
< li > Any information marked as confidential </ li >
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< h3 > Data Security </ h3 >
< p > We implement comprehensive security measures :</ p >
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< li > Encrypted data transmission and storage </ li >
< li > Access controls and authentication </ li >
< li > Regular security audits and updates </ li >
< li > Secure disposal of data when no longer needed </ li >
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< h2 > 6. Payment Terms </ h2 >
< h3 > Pricing and Invoicing </ h3 >
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< li > Prices are quoted in British Pounds ( GBP ) </ li >
< li > Payment terms are typically 30 days from invoice date </ li >
< li > Late payments may incur interest charges </ li >
< li > Additional work requires written approval </ li >
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< h3 > Refunds and Cancellations </ h3 >
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< li > Refunds considered on a case - by - case basis </ li >
< li > Cancellation terms specified in individual agreements </ li >
< li > Work completed prior to cancellation is billable </ li >
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< h2 > 7. Service Levels and Warranties </ h2 >
< h3 > Performance Standards </ h3 >
< p > We strive to provide :</ p >
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< li > High - quality , accurate data extraction </ li >
< li > Timely delivery according to agreed schedules </ li >
< li > Professional customer service and support </ li >
< li > Regular project updates and communication </ li >
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< h3 > Limitations </ h3 >
< p > We cannot guarantee :</ p >
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< li > 100 % data availability from third - party sources </ li >
< li > Unchanging website structures or access </ li >
< li > Specific business outcomes from data use </ li >
< li > Continuous service without interruption </ li >
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< h2 > 8. Limitation of Liability </ h2 >
< p > To the maximum extent permitted by law :</ p >
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< li > Our liability is limited to the value of services provided </ li >
< li > We are not liable for indirect or consequential damages </ li >
< li > Clients are responsible for their use of extracted data </ li >
< li > Force majeure events excuse performance delays </ li >
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< h2 > 9. Termination </ h2 >
< h3 > Termination Rights </ h3 >
< p > Either party may terminate :</ p >
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< li > For material breach after 30 days ' written notice </ li >
< li > For convenience with appropriate notice period </ li >
< li > Immediately for illegal activities or violations </ li >
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< h3 > Post - Termination </ h3 >
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< li > Outstanding payments remain due </ li >
< li > Confidentiality obligations continue </ li >
< li > Data return or destruction as requested </ li >
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< h2 > 10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction </ h2 >
< p > These Terms are governed by :</ p >
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< li > English and Welsh law </ li >
< li > UK courts have exclusive jurisdiction </ li >
< li > Disputes resolved through good faith negotiation first </ li >
< li > Alternative dispute resolution available </ li >
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< h2 > 11. Changes to Terms </ h2 >
< p > We may update these Terms periodically :</ p >
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< li > Changes effective 30 days after notice </ li >
< li > Continued use constitutes acceptance </ li >
< li > Material changes require explicit consent </ li >
< li > Previous versions available on request </ li >
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< h2 > 12. Contact Information </ h2 >
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< p > For questions about these Terms or our services :</ p >
< p >< strong > UK Data Services </ strong >< br >
Email : < a href = " mailto:legal@ukdataservices.co.uk " > legal @ ukdataservices . co . uk </ a >< br >
Phone : < a href = " tel:+441692689150 " >+ 44 1692 689150 </ a >< br >
Business Address : United Kingdom </ p >
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< h2 > 13. Severability </ h2 >
< p > If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable , the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect .</ p >
< p >< em > By using our services , you acknowledge that you have read , understood , and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service .</ em ></ p >
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