Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 30, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Neo Service Layer ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.
These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service, including but not limited to the website, smart contracts, APIs, and related services.
2. Description of Service
Neo Service Layer provides a comprehensive suite of blockchain-based services on the Neo N3 network, including but not limited to:
- Smart contract deployment and management
- Decentralized storage solutions
- Cross-chain bridge services
- Oracle and data feed services
- Automated execution and scheduling
- Zero-knowledge proof implementations
The Service operates on blockchain technology. All transactions are permanent and cannot be reversed.
3. User Responsibilities
3.1 Wallet Security
You are solely responsible for:
- Maintaining the security of your wallet and private keys
- All activities that occur using your wallet
- Any loss of funds due to compromised credentials
- Backing up your wallet and recovery phrases
3.2 Compliance
You agree to:
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- Not use the Service for illegal or unauthorized purposes
- Not violate any laws in your jurisdiction
- Not engage in money laundering or terrorist financing
3.3 Prohibited Activities
You may not:
- Attempt to exploit or harm the Service or its users
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
- Use the Service to distribute malware or malicious code
- Engage in any activity that violates these Terms
4. Fees and Payments
4.1 Service Fees
Use of certain features may require payment of fees in NEO, GAS, or other supported tokens. Fees are displayed before transaction confirmation and include:
- Network transaction fees (paid to Neo network)
- Service fees (paid to Neo Service Layer)
- Third-party service fees (if applicable)
4.2 Fee Changes
We reserve the right to modify fees at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of new fees.
All fees paid are non-refundable due to the irreversible nature of blockchain transactions.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Service Content
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Neo Service Layer and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
5.2 Open Source Components
Certain components of the Service are open source and subject to their respective licenses. These are available in our GitHub repository.
5.3 User Content
You retain ownership of any content you submit to the Service. By submitting content, you grant us a license to use, modify, and display such content as necessary to provide the Service.
6. Risk Disclosure
Smart Contract Risk
Smart contracts may contain bugs or vulnerabilities that could result in loss of funds
Market Risk
Cryptocurrency values are highly volatile and may result in significant losses
Regulatory Risk
Regulations may change and affect the availability or legality of the Service
Technical Risk
Network congestion, forks, or technical issues may affect Service availability
By using the Service, you acknowledge and accept these risks. We strongly recommend:
- Only investing what you can afford to lose
- Conducting your own research before using any features
- Testing with small amounts first
- Keeping backups of all important data
7. Disclaimers and Limitations
7.1 No Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
7.2 Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL NEO SERVICE LAYER, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL.
7.3 Maximum Liability
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF FEES PAID BY YOU TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Neo Service Layer and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with:
- Your access to or use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any harm caused by your use of the Service
9. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to breach of these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive.
10. Governing Law and Disputes
10.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
10.2 Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Body].
10.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in class actions or class arbitrations.
11. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Effective Date."
Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
12. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: