Terms and conditions for Stringtale

Effective Date: August 26, 2024
Version: 1.0


Article 1: Introduction

1.1 Agreement: These terms and conditions govern the use of the Stringtale service, provided by De Monsters, a development studio based in Amsterdam. By accessing or using Stringtale, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, you should not use the service.

1.2 Service Description: Stringtale is a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) tool designed to simplify the management of static text in web projects by converting text updates into pull requests.

1.3 Applicability: These terms apply to all users of Stringtale, including individuals and entities using the service for personal, commercial, or professional purposes.

1.4 Modifications: De Monsters reserves the right to modify these terms at any time, with changes communicated as outlined in this agreement.


Article 2: Definitions

For the purposes of these terms and conditions, the following definitions apply:

2.1 Service: The “Service” refers to Stringtale, the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) tool provided by De Monsters for managing static text in web projects.

2.2 User: A “User” is any individual or entity that accesses or uses Stringtale, whether for personal, commercial, or professional purposes.

2.3 Account: An “Account” is the personal or organizational account registered by a User to access and use Stringtale.

2.4 Content: “Content” includes all text, data, and other materials that Users upload, submit, or manage through Stringtale.

2.5 Subscription: A “Subscription” refers to the User’s paid access to Stringtale’s services, subject to the selected pricing plan.

2.6 Confidential Information: “Confidential Information” refers to any non-public information disclosed by one party to another in connection with the use of Stringtale.

2.7 Software: Refers to the Stringtale application and all its associated components, including APIs and extensions.

2.8 Third-Party Services: Any external services or tools integrated with Stringtale that are not provided by De Monsters.

2.9 Billing Cycle: The period (monthly or annual) for which the User is billed for the Subscription.

2.10 Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual that is processed by Stringtale.

2.11 Support: Assistance provided by De Monsters to Users, including technical help and customer service.


Article 3: Use of the Service

3.1 Service Overview: Stringtale provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) tool designed to simplify the management of static text in web projects. By converting text updates into pull requests, Stringtale integrates seamlessly into your development workflow. While initially designed for use in ReactJS and NextJS projects, Stringtale may expand to support additional frameworks in the future without requiring changes to these terms.

3.2 Account Registration: To access Stringtale, you must create an account. Upon registration, you gain access to the service through a secure login process. You agree to provide accurate and complete information during registration and to update your information as necessary.

3.3 Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. You agree to notify De Monsters immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. De Monsters assumes that all activities conducted under your account are authorized by you.

3.4 User Data: Stringtale processes personal data as part of delivering the service. By using Stringtale, you consent to the processing of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You are responsible for ensuring that any data you upload does not violate any laws or third-party rights.

3.5 Prohibited Use: You agree not to misuse the service, including but not limited to, engaging in illegal activities, uploading malicious content, or attempting to access unauthorized areas of the service. De Monsters reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access if you violate these terms.


Article 4: Subscription and Billing

4.1 Subscription Plans: Stringtale offers various subscription plans, including monthly and annual options. Details of each plan, including pricing, are available on the Stringtale website.

4.2 Billing and Payment: All payments for Stringtale subscriptions are processed via Stripe. You authorize De Monsters to charge your credit card through Stripe for the agreed-upon amount at the start of each billing cycle.

4.3 Tax Information: De Monsters is a Netherlands-based company and complies with Dutch and European tax laws. VAT will be applied to customers within the EU as required by law. For non-EU customers, including those in North America and the UK, tax handling will follow the applicable regulations.

4.4 Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle unless canceled by the user. Users can manage their subscription settings, including cancellation, through their Stringtale account.

4.5 Refund Policy: Given that the service is provided immediately upon subscription, refunds are generally not available, except as required by law. Any refund requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

4.6 Currency: Payments are accepted in USD, EUR, and GBP.

4.7 Failed Payments: If a payment fails, De Monsters may attempt to reprocess the payment. If payment continues to fail, your access to Stringtale may be suspended until the payment issue is resolved.

4.8 Cancellation Policy: Users can cancel their subscription through their Stringtale account. Upon cancellation, your personal data will be retained only as long as permitted by Dutch law and GDPR. Afterward, your data will be permanently deleted from our servers.