Terms of Service

Welcome to SoleTradie ("App", "we", "us", "our"). By accessing or using the App and website, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use SoleTradie.

1. Who we are

SoleTradie is invoicing software built for Australian sole traders. Contact: hello@your-domain.com. (Optional business details: trading name, ABN, postal address.)

2. Eligibility

You must be able to form a binding contract and use the App for lawful business purposes.

3. Your account & data

• You’re responsible for the accuracy of your business details, invoices, and client data.
• Keep your login details secure; you’re responsible for activity under your account.
• You retain ownership of your data. You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide licence to host, process, and display your content solely to operate and improve the App.

4. Subscriptions & billing

• Some features require a paid subscription (“Pro”). Prices are shown in AUD and may include GST where applicable.
• Purchases, trials, renewals, and cancellations are handled by the Apple App Store and/or Google Play via RevenueCat. Their terms and billing rules apply.
• Trials convert to paid unless cancelled before the trial ends. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period.
• To cancel, manage your subscription in the App Store / Google Play settings on your device.
• Refunds are processed by Apple/Google according to their policies. We can’t issue store refunds directly but will help you with the process.

5. Acceptable use

• Do not use the App for unlawful activity, spam, malware, or to infringe third-party rights.
• Do not attempt to bypass security, misuse APIs, or reverse engineer the App.
• Do not overload or disrupt our infrastructure or others’ use of the service.

6. Third‑party services

SoleTradie integrates with services like Firebase (hosting, storage, databases) and RevenueCat (subscriptions). We aren’t responsible for outages or changes by these providers. Your use of store platforms is governed by their terms.

7. Privacy

Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect and handle information. By using the App, you consent to those practices.

8. Availability & changes

• We aim for reliable service but don’t guarantee uninterrupted availability.
• We may modify features, pricing, or these Terms to improve the App or comply with law. Material changes will be communicated via the site or in‑app. Continued use means you accept the changes.

9. Tax & accounting disclaimer

SoleTradie helps you prepare invoices and summaries (e.g., BAS exports), but it is not accounting, tax, or legal advice. You’re responsible for your compliance with the ATO and other authorities. Seek professional advice where needed.

10. Intellectual property

The App and website (including software, design, logos, and content) are owned by us or our licensors and are protected by law. Except for your content, you may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without permission.

11. Termination

• You may stop using the App at any time and cancel renewal via your store account settings.
• We may suspend or terminate access if you breach these Terms or abuse the service.
• Upon termination, your licence to use the App ends. Some sections (e.g., IP, disclaimers, liability) survive termination.

12. Disclaimers

The App is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties (express or implied), including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non‑infringement. Nothing in these Terms excludes rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) that cannot be excluded.

13. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities. Our aggregate liability arising from or relating to the App is limited to the amount you paid to us for the service in the 12 months before the claim. This section is subject to non‑excludable guarantees under the ACL.

14. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising from your misuse of the App, your content, or breach of these Terms or applicable law.

15. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. You submit to the non‑exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland.

16. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Email hello@your-domain.com.