Terms of Service

Effective date: May 22

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the HKtoolkit.co.za platform ("HKtoolkit", "we", "us", "our"). By using our website or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the platform.

1. Overview and Purpose

HKtoolkit provides a software platform that helps marketing and digital agencies identify businesses with limited or no online presence. This service is intended for professional and commercial use. By using our services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and that you are legally authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of yourself or the entity you represent.

2. Account Registration and Security

Certain features require account creation. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, up-to-date registration information
• Maintain the confidentiality of your account login credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that are used in violation of these Terms or any applicable laws.

3. Acceptable Use

By accessing the platform, you agree to use it only for lawful purposes. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

• Using the service to send spam or unsolicited messages
• Attempting to reverse engineer, scrape, or interfere with the platform
• Violating the intellectual property rights of HKtoolkit or any third party
• Using the platform to harass, defraud, or harm others

4. Data Collection and Privacy

Use of HKtoolkit is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect and process your data. By using the platform, you consent to:

• The collection of your personal information, including name, email address, and company data
• The use of cookies and tracking technologies to improve user experience
• IP tracking for analytics and security
• Display of targeted ads through services like Google AdSense

5. Intellectual Property

All software, content, trademarks, logos, and materials on the HKtoolkit platform are the exclusive property of HKtoolkit or its licensors. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute platform content without permission
• Use HKtoolkit branding without prior written consent
• Attempt to reverse engineer or exploit any part of the platform's codebase

6. Service Availability and Updates

While we strive to maintain a high level of uptime, HKtoolkit does not guarantee uninterrupted service. The platform may become unavailable due to maintenance, upgrades, or unexpected technical issues. We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue the platform or any features at any time
• Restrict access to the platform without prior notice
• Make changes to these Terms and our Privacy Policy periodically

7. Key Responsibilities and Disclaimers

Please note the following critical conditions of use:

• You are solely responsible for how you use the data obtained from the platform
• We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of business information displayed
• Use of the platform does not guarantee successful lead generation or financial gain
• You assume all risks related to using the platform for business development
• The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied
• We are not liable for any data loss, missed business opportunities, or system downtime

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, HKtoolkit.co.za will not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including:

• Loss of profits or business
• Unauthorised access to or alteration of your data
• Errors, bugs, or other technical issues on the platform
• Any reliance you place on the information obtained through our tools

9. Third-Party Services and Links

HKtoolkit may include links to or integrations with third-party services such as:

• Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Advertising partners (e.g., Google AdSense)
• External websites for content or reference

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or accuracy of any third-party services.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use to reflect changes in our business operations, legal requirements, or service offerings. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. Continued use of the platform after updates indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.