Terms of Service

Effective Date: February 2025

Welcome to Trapezoid Labs ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). By engaging with our website, services, or any associated tools or resources, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). These Terms are intended to complement our Privacy Policy and apply unless superseded by a formal contract.

1. Scope of Services

Trapezoid Labs provides financial management services, including but not limited to:

• Fractional CFO consulting to support strategic financial decision-making and future planning.
• Financial accounting services, such as bookkeeping, monthly financial reporting, and maintaining organized financial records.
• Budgeting and forecasting to help businesses plan ahead, manage cash flow, and make informed decisions.
• Technology support to implement, maintain, and streamline systems, automate processes, and improve operational efficiency.

The specific terms of engagement for clients will be governed by individual contracts, which take precedence over these Terms.

2. Use of the Website and Resources

2.1 General Use

• You may use our website and online resources for informational purposes or to explore our services.
• Unauthorized use, such as scraping, reverse engineering, or interfering with the functionality of the website, is prohibited.

2.2 Client Accounts

• If applicable, client login portals must be used responsibly and only by authorized personnel.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

3. Confidentiality

We prioritize the confidentiality of client data. Any data or materials you provide during the engagement will be handled per our Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

4. Payment Terms

• Payment obligations, including fees, billing schedules, and late fees, are governed by individual contracts.
• If not otherwise specified, payments are due within 30 days of invoicing.

5. Limitations of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Trapezoid Labs will not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our website or services.
• Losses resulting from reliance on information provided on the website.
• Liability for service-related issues is limited to the fees paid for the affected service.

6. Intellectual Property

• All content, tools, and materials provided by Trapezoid Labs remain the intellectual property of the Company unless explicitly transferred through a written agreement.
• Clients may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from these materials without permission.

7. Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information necessary for service delivery.
• Respond to requests for documentation or clarifications promptly.
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including tax and financial reporting requirements.

8. Termination

• Either party may terminate the engagement per the terms outlined in individual contracts.
• Upon termination, clients must pay all outstanding fees and cease use of proprietary tools or materials provided by Trapezoid Labs.

9. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall be resolved through:

• Negotiation: Initial good-faith discussions between the parties.
• Arbitration: If unresolved, disputes may proceed to binding arbitration in New York, NY.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and any disputes will be governed by the laws of the State of New York, excluding its conflicts of law principles.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website with the revised "Effective Date." Continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: support@trapezoidlabs.com
Phone: (555) 123-4567

These Terms of Service are designed to provide general protections and clarity in interactions with Trapezoid Labs. For specific engagements, the terms outlined in your signed contract with us will take precedence.