Software License Agreement

Steleo Publishing Limited

Effective Date: 1st August 2025

Last Updated: 24/07/2026

Document Version: 1.0

1. Definitions and Interpretation

1.1 Definitions

In this License Agreement, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

• "Agreement" means this Software License Agreement and all schedules, annexes, and amendments hereto;
• "Company" or "Steleo" means Steleo Publishing Limited, a company incorporated in England and Wales;
• "Confidential Information" means all proprietary, confidential, or trade secret information disclosed by either party;
• "Documentation" means all user manuals, technical specifications, API documentation, and other materials provided by Steleo;
• "Intellectual Property Rights" means all intellectual property rights worldwide, including without limitation copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, moral rights, and database rights;
• "Service" means the BundleCreator.co software-as-a-service platform, including all software, applications, APIs, documentation, and related services;
• "User" or "You" means the individual or entity that has accepted this Agreement and is authorised to use the Service;
• "User Data" means all data, documents, content, and information uploaded, created, or processed by Users through the Service;
• "Subscription Term" means the period for which User has subscribed to use the Service as specified in the applicable order or subscription plan.

1.2 Interpretation

• References to statutory provisions include any modification, amendment, or re-enactment thereof;
• Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation;
• Words importing the singular include the plural and vice versa;
• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law.

2. Grant of License

2.1 Limited License Grant

Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement and payment of applicable fees, Steleo grants User a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license during the Subscription Term to access and use the Service solely for User's internal business purposes in accordance with the Documentation and applicable subscription plan limitations.

2.2 Authorised Use

User may use the Service only for the following authorised purposes:

• Creating legal document bundles for UK Family Court proceedings;
• Managing and organising legal documents in compliance with UK Practice Direction 27A;
• Generating court-compliant PDF exports for official legal submissions;
• Collaborating with authorised colleagues within User's organisation on document preparation.

2.3 License Restrictions

User shall not, and shall not permit any third party to:

• Copy, modify, adapt, alter, translate, or create derivative works of the Service;
• Reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, or otherwise attempt to derive the source code;
• Rent, lease, sublicense, distribute, transfer, or provide access to the Service to third parties;
• Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices or labels on the Service;
• Use the Service for any unlawful, harmful, or unauthorised purposes;
• Attempt to circumvent usage limitations or access controls;
• Use automated tools to access the Service except as expressly permitted;
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service;
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to Steleo's systems or other users' data;
• Use the Service to compete with Steleo or develop competing services;
• Benchmark the Service against competing platforms for commercial purposes;
• Extract data or intelligence for use in competing legal technology platforms;
• Share access credentials or sublicense usage rights to third parties.

2.4 Competitive Use Restrictions

ENHANCED ANTI-COMPETITIVE PROVISIONS: User specifically acknowledges and agrees that they shall not, directly or indirectly:

• Use the Service to develop, enhance, or operate any competing legal document management platform;
• Extract, copy, or reverse-engineer any proprietary algorithms, workflows, or user interface designs;
• Conduct systematic testing or evaluation for purposes of developing competitive alternatives;
• Share detailed feature specifications or technical capabilities with competing service providers;
• Use insights gained from the Service to advise competitors or potential competitors;
• Attempt to recruit Steleo employees for competing ventures during the Subscription Term and for 12 months thereafter.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Steleo's Intellectual Property

All Intellectual Property Rights in and to the Service, including without limitation all software, algorithms, user interfaces, designs, graphics, logos, documentation, and any derivatives thereof, are and shall remain the sole and exclusive property of Steleo. No rights, title, or interest in or to any Intellectual Property Rights are transferred to User except for the limited license expressly granted herein.

3.2 User Data Ownership

User retains ownership of User Data uploaded to or created through the Service. By using the Service, User grants Steleo a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to process, store, and transmit User Data solely as necessary to provide the Service and as described in our Privacy Policy.

3.3 Feedback and Improvements

Any feedback, suggestions, enhancement requests, or other input provided by User regarding the Service ("Feedback") shall become the exclusive property of Steleo. User hereby assigns to Steleo all rights, title, and interest in such Feedback, and Steleo may use such Feedback without restriction for any purpose, including improving the Service.

3.4 Infringement Claims

User shall promptly notify Steleo in writing of any suspected or actual infringement of Steleo's Intellectual Property Rights. Steleo reserves the right to take any action it deems appropriate to protect its Intellectual Property Rights, including pursuing legal remedies.

4. Data Protection and Security

4.1 Data Processing

User acknowledges that Steleo acts as a data processor with respect to personal data contained in User Data. User remains the data controller and is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable data protection laws, including obtaining necessary consents and providing appropriate privacy notices. Our data processing activities are governed by our Data Principles, which outline our commitment to data minimization, purpose limitation, and security by design.

4.2 Security Measures

Steleo implements industry-standard technical and organisational security measures to protect User Data, including encryption at rest and in transit, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, User acknowledges that no system is completely secure and Steleo cannot guarantee absolute security.

4.3 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a security breach affecting User Data, Steleo will notify User without undue delay in accordance with applicable legal requirements. User is responsible for any notifications to data subjects or regulatory authorities as required by law.

5. Data Retention and Automated Deletion

5.1 Active User Data Retention

AUTOMATIC DELETION POLICY: User Data will be automatically and permanently deleted if User's account remains inactive for ninety (90) consecutive days. An account is considered "inactive" if User has not logged in or accessed the Service during this period.Steleo will provide seven (7) days advance notice via email before deletion.

5.2 Trial User Data Deletion

TRIAL PERIOD DELETION: For users utilizing the free trial service, all User Data will be automatically and permanently deleted if User does not upgrade to a paid subscription within thirty (30) days of first accessing the Service. No data recovery will be possible after deletion.

5.3 Anonymous User Disclaimer

NO LIABILITY FOR ANONYMOUS USERS: Steleo accepts no responsibility or liability for data loss, corruption, or deletion for users who have not completed full account registration and subscription signup. Anonymous or unregistered users use the Service entirely at their own risk.

5.4 User Responsibility

User is solely responsible for maintaining backup copies of User Data. Steleo strongly recommends regular data exports and local backups. Upon termination of this Agreement or account deletion, User's access to User Data will be permanently lost.

6. Confidentiality

6.1 Confidential Information

Each party acknowledges that it may receive Confidential Information from the other party. All Confidential Information shall be held in strictest confidence and may not be disclosed to third parties without prior written consent, except to employees or contractors who need access and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

6.2 Permitted Disclosures

Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that:

• Is publicly available through no breach of this Agreement;
• Is independently developed without use of Confidential Information;
• Is required to be disclosed by law or court order;
• Is anonymized statistical or usage data that cannot identify specific users.

7. Warranties and Disclaimers

7.1 Limited Warranty

Steleo warrants that the Service will perform substantially in accordance with the Documentation under normal use. This warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the Service and does not cover issues arising from User's misuse, modifications, or third-party software.

7.2 Disclaimer of Warranties

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN, THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. STELEO DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND THOSE ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.

7.3 No Legal Advice

THE SERVICE IS A TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM ONLY. STELEO DOES NOT PROVIDE LEGAL ADVICE, LEGAL REPRESENTATION, OR LEGAL SERVICES. USER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND COURT REQUIREMENTS.

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1 Liability Cap

IN NO EVENT SHALL STELEO'S TOTAL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY USER TO STELEO IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM; OR (B) ONE HUNDRED POUNDS STERLING (£100).

8.2 Excluded Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL STELEO BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR COST OF SUBSTITUTE SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY AND EVEN IF STELEO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

8.3 Exceptions

The limitations set forth above shall not apply to:

• Death or personal injury caused by Steleo's negligence;
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation by Steleo;
• Steleo's willful misconduct or gross negligence;
• Liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

9. Indemnification

9.1 User Indemnification

User agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Steleo and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or resulting from:

• User's use or misuse of the Service;
• User's violation of this Agreement;
• User's violation of any applicable laws or regulations;
• User Data or any content uploaded by User;
• Any claim that User Data infringes third-party rights;
• User's negligence or willful misconduct.

9.2 Steleo Indemnification

Steleo agrees to indemnify User against claims that the Service infringes third-party intellectual property rights, provided User promptly notifies Steleo and cooperates in the defence. Steleo's obligations are limited to obtaining rights to continue use, modifying the Service, or terminating the license and refunding prepaid fees.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination for Convenience

Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time with thirty (30) days written notice. User may terminate by canceling their subscription through the Service interface.

10.2 Termination for Cause

Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other party materially breaches this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within fourteen (14) days after written notice thereof.

10.3 Immediate Termination

Steleo may immediately terminate or suspend User's access without notice if:

• User violates the licence restrictions or unauthorised use provisions;
• User's account becomes subject to automated deletion policies;
• User fails to pay fees when due;
• User poses a security risk to the Service or other users;
• Steleo reasonably believes User is engaged in illegal activities.

10.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination: (a) all rights and licenses granted to User immediately cease; (b) User must immediately cease using the Service; (c) Steleo may delete User Data in accordance with this Agreement; (d) provisions regarding confidentiality, intellectual property, liability limitations, and indemnification shall survive termination.

11. Enforcement and Remedies

11.1 Immediate Injunctive Relief

User acknowledges that any breach of the intellectual property, confidentiality, or competitive use restrictions contained herein would cause irreparable harm to Steleo for which monetary damages would be inadequate. Therefore, Steleo shall be entitled to immediate injunctive relief, specific performance, and other equitable remedies without the necessity of posting bond or proving actual damages.

11.2 Enhanced Damages

In addition to all other remedies available at law or equity, if User breaches any provision of this Agreement, User shall pay Steleo:

• All costs and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) incurred in enforcing this Agreement;
• Liquidated damages of £10,000 per breach for competitive use violations;
• All profits earned by User from any unauthorised use of Steleo's intellectual property;
• Any additional damages proven by Steleo resulting from the breach.

11.3 Audit Rights

Steleo reserves the right, upon reasonable notice, to audit User's compliance with this Agreement, including reviewing User's use of the Service, data handling practices, and competitive activities. User agrees to cooperate fully with any such audit and to provide reasonable access to relevant records and personnel.

11.4 Regulatory Reporting

Steleo reserves the right to report violations of this Agreement to relevant professional bodies, law enforcement agencies, or regulatory authorities as required by law or professional obligations.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. The parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts for any disputes arising under this Agreement.

11.2 Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the complete and exclusive agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings.

11.3 Amendments

Steleo may modify this Agreement by providing thirty (30) days notice. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of modifications. Material changes will be highlighted in the notice.

11.4 Assignment

User may not assign this Agreement without Steleo's prior written consent. Steleo may assign this Agreement without consent in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

11.5 Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision shall be replaced with an enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent.

11.6 Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures in performance due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, or network failures.

11.7 Export Compliance

User agrees to comply with all applicable export control laws and regulations. User shall not export or re-export the Service to any prohibited countries or persons.

12. Contact Information

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