ChronoLog ED

Last updated: July 25, 2026 Version: 1.0 (Draft — Pending Legal Review)

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the ChronoLog ED time-tracking and attendance management platform (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

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2. Definitions

Term	Definition
"Service"	The ChronoLog ED time-tracking and attendance management platform, including all features, functionality, and content
"We," "Us," "Our"	ChronoLog ED / [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — legal entity name]
"You," "Your"	The individual or entity accessing or using the Service
"User Content"	Any data, information, or content you submit, upload, or generate through the Service (e.g., attendance records, permission slips, overtime logs)
"Organization"	The entity (company, agency, institution) on whose behalf you use the Service
"Authorized User"	An individual authorized by an Organization to access the Service under these Terms

3. Eligibility

You must be at least [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — specify: 13 (US/COPPA), 16 (GDPR default), or lower per member state] years old to use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

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4. Accounts & Access

4.1 Account Registration

Access to the Service requires an account. You must provide accurate, current, and complete registration information and keep it updated.

4.2 Organization Accounts

If you access the Service on behalf of an Organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that Organization to these Terms. The Organization is responsible for all activity under its account.

4.3 Credentials & Security

You are responsible for safeguarding your credentials and for all activity under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use at [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — security@ email].

4.4 Role-Based Access

The Service implements role-based access control (ADMIN, DEPT_HEAD, HR, SECURITY, AREA_SCANNER, STRANGER). Your permissions are determined by your assigned role and your Organization's configuration.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service to:

Violate any applicable law, regulation, or third-party rights
Transmit malware, viruses, or harmful code
Interfere with or disrupt the Service, servers, or networks
Attempt unauthorized access to any system, account, or data
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Service (except where permitted by law)
Scrape, crawl, or harvest data from the Service without permission
Use the Service for competitive analysis or to build a competing product
Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation
Process personal data in violation of applicable privacy laws
Use the Service for any illegal, harmful, or unethical purpose

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6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Rights

The Service and all content, features, and functionality (excluding User Content) are owned by ChronoLog ED and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. "ChronoLog ED" and associated logos are our trademarks.

6.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of User Content you submit. By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, process, and display User Content solely to provide the Service.

6.3 Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas ("Feedback"), you assign all rights in Feedback to us. We may use Feedback without restriction or compensation.

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7. Service Availability & Modifications

We strive to maintain high availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access. We may:

Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service with reasonable notice
Apply updates, patches, or maintenance (scheduled or emergency)
Change features, limits, or pricing (with notice for paid plans)

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8. Data Processing & Privacy

Your use of the Service involves processing of personal data as described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read the Privacy Policy and consent to the processing described therein.

Organizations using the Service act as data controllers for their Users' personal data; we act as a data processor on their behalf. A Data Processing Addendum (DPA) is available upon request.

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9. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT
ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF CONTENT OR DATA
UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION
CORRECTION OF DEFECTS OR ABSENCE OF VIRUSES/HARMFUL COMPONENTS

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10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

NEITHER CHRONOLOG ED NOR ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS SHALL BE LIABLE FOR:

INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, GOODWILL, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
SERVICE INTERRUPTION, DATA LOSS, OR UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS
THIRD-PARTY CONTENT, CONDUCT, OR THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER ACTS

OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SERVICE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — SPECIFY CAP, E.G., $100 USD].

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11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless ChronoLog ED and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

Your use of the Service in violation of these Terms
Your User Content
Your violation of any third-party right (including IP and privacy rights)
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation

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12. Term & Termination

12.1 Term

These Terms remain in effect while you use the Service or maintain an account.

12.2 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time via Account Settings → "Delete Account" or by contacting support.

12.3 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access immediately, with or without notice, for:

Material breach of these Terms
Illegal or harmful activity
Extended inactivity ([LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — specify period])
Non-payment (if applicable)

12.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination: (a) your right to use the Service ceases; (b) we may delete your data per our retention schedule; (c) Sections 6, 8–14 survive termination.

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13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — specify jurisdiction, e.g., State of Delaware, USA / England and Wales / Singapore], without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

13.2 Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution: Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — legal@ email] to attempt informal resolution for 30 days.

Binding Arbitration / Exclusive Jurisdiction: [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — SELECT ONE:]

Arbitration: Disputes resolved by binding arbitration under [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — rules, e.g., JAMS / ICC / SIAC] in [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — seat]. Class actions waived.
Court: Exclusive jurisdiction in [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — courts, e.g., State/Federal courts in Delaware / Courts of England and Wales].

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14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any DPA, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service.

14.2 Severability

If any provision is held unenforceable, the remainder remains in effect.

14.3 Waiver

Failure to enforce a right does not waive it.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms without our written consent. We may assign freely to affiliates or in connection with a merger/acquisition.

14.5 Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for failures due to causes beyond reasonable control.

14.6 Notices

Notices to you: via email or in-app banner. Notices to us: [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — legal@ email and/or postal address].

14.7 Language

These Terms are in English. Translations are for convenience only; the English version controls.

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15. Contact Information

ChronoLog ED / [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — Legal entity name] Address: [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — Registered office address] Email: [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — [email protected] / [email protected]] Phone: [LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED — if applicable]

16. Jurisdiction-Specific Addenda

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California Consumers (CCPA/CPRA): "Do Not Sell/Share" rights, financial incentives, authorized agent process

EU/UK Consumers (GDPR/Consumer Rights Directive): 14-day withdrawal right for distance contracts, ODR platform link (https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/)

Australia (ACL): Consumer guarantees, unfair contract terms protections

Canada (PIPEDA/Provincial): Consent requirements, access rights

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