End User License Agreement

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement ("EULA") is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity, "Licensee" or "you") and S2T Consulting LLC ("S2T," "we," "us," or "our") for the S2T Executive Software and related services ("Software").

BY INSTALLING, COPYING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS EULA. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS EULA, DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THE SOFTWARE.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the Software, you acknowledge that:

You have read and understand this EULA
You agree to be bound by its terms and conditions
You have the authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of yourself or your organization
If you do not agree, you must not install or use the Software

Installation or use of the Software constitutes acceptance of this EULA. This agreement becomes binding upon first use.

2. License Grant

Subject to your compliance with this EULA and payment of applicable fees (if any), S2T grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

Download and install the Software on devices you own or control
Use the Software for your internal business purposes
Create and store assessment data within your local environment
Access methodology content and AI-assisted analysis features

License Tiers

Free Tier: Limited features, personal or evaluation use
Professional Tier: Full features, per-seat licensing for commercial use
Enterprise Tier: Unlimited seats within one organization, additional support

Your specific license tier and any additional terms are specified in your purchase confirmation or subscription agreement.

3. Restrictions

You may NOT:

Reverse Engineer: Decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code, underlying algorithms, or structure of the Software
Modify: Alter, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on the Software
Distribute: Sublicense, rent, lease, sell, distribute, or transfer the Software to third parties
Copy: Reproduce the Software except as expressly permitted for backup purposes
Circumvent: Bypass, disable, or interfere with any license verification, copy protection, or usage tracking mechanisms
Remove Notices: Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices, labels, or marks
Competitive Use: Use the Software to develop competing products or for competitive analysis
Illegal Use: Use the Software for any unlawful purpose or in violation of applicable laws
Exceed License: Install or use the Software on more devices or for more users than permitted by your license tier

4. Intellectual Property Rights

The Software, including all copies, modifications, and derivative works, is owned by S2T Consulting LLC and is protected by copyright, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

Ownership: S2T retains all right, title, and interest in and to the Software
No Transfer: This EULA does not grant you any ownership rights in the Software
Trademarks: "S2T," "S2T Consulting," "S2T," and related logos are trademarks of S2T Consulting LLC
Feedback: Any feedback, suggestions, or improvements you provide may be used by S2T without compensation or attribution

5. Third-Party Components

The Software may include open source software and third-party components subject to their respective licenses. These licenses are included in the NOTICES file distributed with the Software.

You agree to comply with all applicable open source license terms
Third-party components are provided "as is" by their respective licensors
S2T is not responsible for third-party component functionality or compatibility
A list of third-party components and their licenses is available upon request

6. AI Provider Integration

The Software integrates with third-party AI providers (such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or others). You acknowledge and agree that:

Your API Keys: You are responsible for providing and managing your own API keys
AI Provider Costs: S2T is not responsible for any costs incurred with AI providers
AI Outputs: S2T is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or appropriateness of AI-generated outputs
Compliance: You are responsible for complying with each AI provider's terms of service
No Endorsement: Integration with an AI provider does not imply endorsement by that provider

7. Data Handling and Privacy

The Software is designed with a "data locality" architecture:

Local Storage: Your assessment data, interview responses, and findings are stored locally on your device
No Data Transmission: We do not access, collect, or transmit your business data without your explicit action
Telemetry: The Software may collect anonymous usage statistics (feature usage, error reports) to improve the product. You can disable telemetry in settings.
Your Responsibility: You are responsible for backing up your data and maintaining appropriate security measures

For details on our data practices, see our Privacy Policy.

8. Updates and Support

Automatic Updates

The Software may automatically check for and install updates. By using the Software, you consent to these automatic updates. Updates may add, modify, or remove features.

Beta Software

If you are using a beta or pre-release version, you acknowledge that:

Beta versions may contain bugs, errors, and incomplete features
Beta versions are provided for testing and feedback purposes
S2T may discontinue or significantly change beta features
No support is guaranteed for beta versions

Support

Support availability depends on your license tier:

Free Tier: Community support only (documentation, forums)
Professional Tier: Email support with 48-hour response time
Enterprise Tier: Priority support with 24-hour response time

9. Warranty Disclaimer

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

S2T does not warrant that:

The Software will meet your requirements
The Software will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
The results obtained from using the Software will be accurate or reliable
Any defects in the Software will be corrected
AI-generated outputs will be accurate, complete, or appropriate for any purpose

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

Free Software: S2T's total liability for free versions of the Software is limited to $100 USD
Paid Software: S2T's total liability is limited to the fees paid by you in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim

IN NO EVENT SHALL S2T BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
Loss of data or data corruption
Business interruption or system failures
Cost of procurement of substitute goods or services
Any damages arising from AI provider integrations or AI-generated outputs

These limitations apply even if S2T has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless S2T Consulting LLC, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your use of the Software in violation of this EULA
Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
Your infringement of any third-party rights
Any data you process or store using the Software
Your use of AI providers through the Software

12. Term and Termination

Term

This EULA is effective until terminated. For subscription licenses, the term is specified in your purchase agreement.

Termination by You

You may terminate this EULA at any time by uninstalling the Software and destroying all copies in your possession.

Termination by S2T

S2T may terminate this EULA immediately if you breach any term of this agreement. S2T may also discontinue the Software at any time with reasonable notice.

Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

All license rights granted under this EULA immediately cease
You must uninstall the Software and delete all copies
You must stop using any S2T trademarks or intellectual property
Sections 4, 9, 10, 11, and 15 survive termination

13. Government Users

If you are acquiring the Software on behalf of any unit or agency of the United States Government, the following provisions apply:

The Software is "commercial computer software" as defined in FAR 2.101
Use, duplication, or disclosure is subject to restrictions in FAR 52.227-14 and DFAR 252.227-7014
Unpublished rights are reserved under the copyright laws of the United States
Contractor/manufacturer: S2T Consulting LLC, Austin, Texas, USA

14. Export Controls

The Software may be subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations. You agree that:

You will not export or re-export the Software to any prohibited country, entity, or person
You are not located in, under the control of, or a national or resident of any restricted country
You are not on any U.S. Government restricted party list
You will comply with all applicable export laws and regulations

15. General Provisions

Entire Agreement

This EULA, together with any applicable purchase agreement or subscription terms, constitutes the entire agreement between you and S2T regarding the Software and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings.

Severability

If any provision of this EULA is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Waiver

The failure of S2T to enforce any right or provision of this EULA shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer this EULA or any rights granted hereunder without S2T's prior written consent. S2T may assign this EULA without restriction.

Governing Law

This EULA is governed by the laws of the State of Texas, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from this EULA shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Dallas, Texas, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE THAT ANY CLAIMS AGAINST S2T SHALL BE BROUGHT ONLY IN YOUR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.

16. Contact Information

For questions about this EULA, please contact:

S2T Consulting LLC
Email: legal@s2tconsulting.com
Support: support@s2tconsulting.com
Website: www.s2tconsulting.com