TIAS - The Integrated Approval System Terms & Conditions

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (US/Canada)

Thank you for choosing The Integrated Approval System (hereafter referred to as “TIAS”, “Application”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). Please review these terms and conditions (“Agreement”) thoroughly. This Agreement is a legal agreement between you and TIAS. By clicking “I Agree,” indicating acceptance electronically, or by installing, accessing or using the Software and its Application, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree to this Agreement, then you may not use the TIAS Software and/or its Application.

1. GENERAL TERMS

  1. AGREEMENT
    1. This Agreement describes the terms governing the use of the TIAS Software and/or Application including content, updates and new releases (collectively, the “Application”). It includes by reference:

      2. TIAS Privacy Statement provided to you in the Application and available on the TIAS website;

      Additional Terms and Conditions, which may include those from third parties; and

      Any terms provided separately to you for the Application, including product or program terms, ordering, activation, payment terms, etc.

  2. LICENSE GRANT AND RESTRICTIONS
    1. 1 The Application is protected by copyright, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. You are only granted certain limited rights to install and use the Application, and we reserve all other rights in the Application not granted to you in writing herein. As long as you meet the applicable payment obligations and comply with this Agreement, TIAS grants you a personal, limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Application for the period of use provided in the ordering and activation terms, as set forth in this Agreement, or in accordance with TIAS policies, as updated from time to time, and only for the purposes described by TIAS for the use of Application.
    2. You acknowledge and agree that the Application is licensed, not sold. You agree not to use, nor permit any third party to use the Application in a manner that violates any applicable law, regulation or this Agreement. You agree you will not:

      3. Provide access to or give the Software or any part of the Application to any third party;

      Reproduce, duplicate, modify, copy, deconstruct, reverse-engineer, sell, trade or resell the Application;

      Transfer your license to the Application to any other party;

      Attempt unauthorized access to any other TIAS operating systems that are not part of the Application;

      Permit any third party to benefit from the use or functionality of the Application via a rental, lease, timeshare, service bureau, hosting service, or other arrangement; or

      Make the Application available on any file-sharing or hosting service outside your organization.

  3. PAYMENT
    1. 1 For Software licensed on a payment or subscription basis, the following terms in this section apply, unless TIAS notifies you otherwise in writing. This Agreement also incorporates by reference and includes program ordering and payment terms provided to you for the Application.
    2. Payments will be billed to you in US or CDN dollars (your choice at time of order), and your account will be debited when you subscribe and provide your payment information, unless otherwise stated in the ordering or payment terms on the website.
    3. You must pay with one of the following:

      4. a valid debit card acceptable to TIAS

      sufficient funds in a checking or savings account to cover an electronic debit of the payment due; or

      by another payment option TIAS provided to you in writing.

    4. If your payment and registration information is not accurate, current and complete, and you do not notify us promptly when such information changes, we may suspend or terminate your account, terminate your license and refuse any further use of the Software.
    5. If you do not notify us of updates to your payment method (e.g., credit card expiration date), to avoid interruption of your service, we may participate in programs supported by your card provider (e.g., updater services, recurring billing programs, etc.) to try to update your payment information, and you authorize us to continue billing your account with the updated information that we obtain.
    6. TIAS will automatically renew your monthly, or annual subscription at the then-current rates, unless the Software license or subscription is cancelled or terminated under this Agreement.
    7. Additional cancellation or renewal terms may be provided to you on the website for the Software.
  4. YOUR PRIVACY AND PERSONAL INFORMATION
    1. You can view the TIAS Privacy Statement provided with the Software and on the website for the Software. You agree to the applicable Privacy Statement, and any changes published by TIAS. You agree that TIAS may use and maintain your data according to the TIAS Privacy Statement, as part of the Software. This means that TIAS may use your data to improve the Software or to design promotions and to develop new products or services.
    2. You acknowledge and agree that the Application is licensed, not sold. You agree not to use, nor permit any third party to use the Application in a manner that violates any applicable law, regulation or this Agreement. You agree you will not:
  5. CONTENT
    1. You are responsible for your Content. You are responsible for all materials (“Content”) uploaded, posted or stored through your use of the Software. You will archive your Content frequently. TIAS is not responsible for lost or unrecoverable Content although we will do our best to ensure this does not happen. TIAS is not responsible for the Content or data you provide through your use of the Software. You agree not to use the Software, nor permit any third party to use, the Software to upload, post, distribute, link to, publish, reproduce, engage in or transmit any of the following, including but not limited to

      2. Illegal, fraudulent, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, profane, threatening, abusive, hateful, harassing, offensive, inappropriate or objectionable information or communications of any kind, including without limitation conduct that would encourage “flaming” others, or criminal or civil liability under any local, state, federal or foreign law;

      Content that would impersonate someone else or falsely represent your identity or qualifications, or that constitutes a breach of any individual’s privacy;

      Except as permitted by TIAS in writing, investment opportunities, solicitations, chain letters, pyramid schemes, other unsolicited commercial communication or engage in spamming or flooding;

      Virus, trojan horse, worm or other disruptive or harmful software or data; and

      Any information, software or Content which is not legally yours and without permission from the copyright owner or intellectual property rights owner.

    2. The Software may include a community forum or other social features to exchange Content and information with other users of the Software and the public. TIAS does not support and is not responsible for the content in these community forums. Please use respect when you interact with other users. Do not reveal information that you do not want to make public. Users may post hypertext links to content of third parties for which TIAS is not responsible.
    3. TIAS may freely use feedback you provide. You agree that TIAS may use your feedback, suggestions, or ideas in any way, including in future modifications of the Software, other products or services, advertising or marketing materials. You grant TIAS a perpetual, worldwide, fully transferable, sublicensable, non-revocable, fully paid-up, royalty free license to use the feedback you provide to TIAS in any way.
    4. TIAS may monitor your Content. TIAS may, but has no obligation to, monitor content on the Software. We may disclose any information necessary to satisfy our legal obligations, protect TIAS or its customers, or operate the Software properly. TIAS, in its sole discretion, may refuse to post, remove, or refuse to remove, any content, in whole or in part, alleged to be unacceptable, undesirable, inappropriate, or in violation of this Agreement.
  6. ADDITIONAL TERMS
    1. TIAS does not give professional advice. Unless specifically included with the Software, TIAS is not in the business of providing legal, financial, accounting, tax, health care, real estate or other professional services or advice. Consult the services of a competent professional when you need this type of assistance.
    2. From time to time, we may tell you about other Services. You may be offered other services, products, or promotions by TIAS and its affiliates. Additional terms and conditions and fees may apply. With some services you may upload or enter data such as names, addresses and phone numbers, purchases, etc., to the Internet. You grant TIAS permission to use information about your business and experience to help us to provide the Services (including other products and services you might be interested in), to develop new products and services, and to enhance the Software.
    3. TIAS may be required by law to send you communications about the Software or Third-Party Products. You agree that TIAS may send these communications to you via email or by posting them on our website.
    4. You will manage your passwords and accept updates. You are responsible for securely managing your password(s) for access to the Software and to contact TIAS If you become aware of any unauthorized access to your account. The Software may periodically be updated with tools, utilities, improvements, third party applications, or general updates to improve the Software. You agree to receive these updates.
  7. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
    1. Your Use Of The Software And Content Is Entirely At Your Own Risk. Except As Described In This Agreement, The Software Is Provided “as Is.” To The Maximum Extent Permitted By Applicable Law, Tias, Its Affiliates, And Its Third-party Providers, Licensors, Distributors Or Suppliers (collectively, “suppliers”) Disclaim All Warranties, Express Or Implied, Including Any Warranty That The Software Is Fit For A Particular Purpose, Title, Merchantability, Data Loss, Non-interference With Or Non-infringement Of Any Intellectual Property Rights, Or The Accuracy, Reliability, Quality Or Content In Or Linked To The Software. Tias And Its Affiliates And Suppliers Do Not Warrant That The Software Is Secure, Free From Bugs, Viruses, Interruption, Errors, Theft Or Destruction. If The Exclusions For Implied Warranties Do Not Apply To You, Any Implied Warranties Are Limited To 60 Days From The Date Of Purchase Or Delivery Of The Services, Whichever Is Sooner.
    2. Tias, Its Affiliates And Suppliers Disclaim Any Representations Or Warranties That Your Use Of The Software Will Satisfy Or Ensure Compliance With Any Legal Obligations Or Laws Or Regulations.
  8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY
    1. To The Maximum Extent Permitted By Applicable Law, The Entire Liability Of Tias, Its Affiliates And Suppliers For All Claims Relating To This Agreement Shall Be Limited To The Amount You Paid For The Software During The Twelve (12) Months Prior To Such Claim. Subject To Applicable Law, Tias, Its Affiliates And Suppliers Are Not Liable For Any Of The Following: (a) Indirect, Special, Incidental, Punitive Or Consequential Damages; (b) Damages Relating To Failures Of Telecommunications, The Internet, Electronic Communications, Corruption, Security, Loss Or Theft Of Data, Viruses, Spyware, Loss Of Business, Revenue, Profits Or Investment, Or Use Of Software Or Hardware That Does Not Meet Tias Systems Requirements. The Above Limitations Apply Even If Tias And Its Affiliates And Suppliers Have Been Advised Of The Possibility Of Such Damages. This Agreement Sets Forth The Entire Liability Of Tias, Its Affiliates And Your Exclusive Remedy With Respect To The Software And Its Use. You Agree To Indemnify And Hold Tias And Its Affiliates And Suppliers Harmless From Any And All Claims, Liability And Expenses, Including Reasonable Attorneys’ Fees And Costs, Arising Out Of Your Use Of The Software Or Breach Of This Agreement (collectively Referred To As “claims”). Tias Reserves The Right, In Its Sole Discretion And At Its Own Expense, To Assume The Exclusive Defense And Control Of Any Claims. You Agree To Reasonably Cooperate As Requested By Tias In The Defense Of Any Claims.
    2. From time to time, we may tell you about other Services. You may be offered other services, products, or promotions by TIAS and its affiliates. Additional terms and conditions and fees may apply. With some services you may upload or enter data such as names, addresses and phone numbers, purchases, etc., to the Internet. You grant TIAS permission to use information about your business and experience to help us to provide the Services (including other products and services you might be interested in), to develop new products and services, and to enhance the Software.
  9. CHANGES
    1. We reserve the right to change this Agreement at any time, and the changes will be effective when posted on our website for the Software or when we notify you by other means. We may also change or discontinue the Software, in whole or in part. Your continued use of the Software indicates your agreement to the changes.
  10. TERMINATION
    1. TIAS may, in its sole discretion and without notice, restrict, deny, terminate this Agreement, or suspend the Software, related online services, or other Services effective immediately, in whole or in part, for suspicion of fraud, security, illegal activity or unauthorized access issues to protect the integrity of the Software or our Services or systems and comply with applicable TIAS policy, or if you fail to comply with this Agreement or if you no longer agree to receive electronic communications. Upon termination you must immediately stop using the Software or applicable services and any outstanding payments will become due. Any termination of this Agreement shall not affect TIAS’ rights to any payments due to it. TIAS may terminate a free account at any time. Sections 2.2, 3 through 14 will survive and remain in effect even if the Agreement is terminated.
  11. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS
    1. You acknowledge that the Software, its related website, online services, and other Services, including the mobile application, delivered by TIAS may be subject to restrictions under applicable US export control laws, including US/Canadian trade embargoes and sanctions and security requirements, and applicable country or local laws to the extent compatible with US/Canadian laws. You agree that you will comply with these laws and regulations, and will not export, re-export, import or otherwise make available products and/or technical data in violation of these laws and regulations, directly or indirectly.
  12. GOVERNING LAW
    1. Canadian Federal law governs this Agreement and takes precedence in legal matters when used outside the country.
  13. DISPUTES
    1. Any Dispute Or Claim Relating In Any Way To The Software Or This Agreement Will Be Resolved By Binding Arbitration, Rather Than In Court, Except That You May Assert Claims In Small Claims Court If Your Claims Qualify. All Issues Are For The Arbitrator To Decide, Including Issues Relating To The Scope And Enforceability Of This Arbitration Provision. Notwithstanding Anything To The Contrary, Any Party To The Arbitration May At Any Time Seek Injunctions Or Other Forms Of Equitable Relief From Any Court Of Competent Jurisdiction. We Each Agree That Any And All Disputes Must Be Brought In The Parties’ Individual Capacity And Not As A Plaintiff Or Class Member In Any Purported Class Or Representative Proceeding. By Entering Into This Agreement And Agreeing To Arbitration, You Agree That You And Tias Are Each Waiving The Right To File A Lawsuit And The Right To A Trial By Jury. In Addition, You Agree To Waive The Right To Participate In A Class Action Or Litigate On A Class-wide Basis. You Agree That You Have Expressly And Knowingly Waived These Rights.
  14. GENERAL
    1. This Agreement, including Additional Terms below is the entire agreement between you and TIAS and replaces all prior understandings, communications and agreements, oral or written, regarding its subject matter. If any court of law, having the jurisdiction, rules that any part of this Agreement is invalid, that section will be removed without affecting the remainder of the Agreement. The remaining terms will be valid and enforceable. You cannot assign or transfer ownership of this Agreement to anyone without written approval of TIAS. However, TIAS may assign or transfer it without your consent to (a) an affiliate, (b) a company through a sale of assets by TIAS or (c) a successor by merger. Any assignment in violation of this Section 14 shall be void.

Last Amended August 2021