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OptionCart Terms and Conditions

Catalog Terms of Agreement

Access to and use of the OptionCart Catalog constitutes acceptance of the following terms and conditions. Smartlab Software may update or change these terms at any time. It is the responsibility of the user to revisit the terms periodically, as the user is bound by the terms listed on this page. No venture or partnership between the user and Smartlab Software is formed by this agreement, the use of the Smartlab Software.com web site, or the use of the OptionCart Catalog.

Warranties

All materials provided in the OptionCart Catalog are presented with the belief that they are in good working order, and that the structure is valid. However, Smartlab Software will not guarantee the completeness or functionality of any page or structure in the files or installation. The OptionCart Catalog is provided by Smartlab Software "as is" and "with all faults". No warranties or guarantees are provided for the OptionCart Catalog.

Liability

The user agrees to indemnify and hold Smartlab Software harmless without exception or limitation from all liability, expenses, claims, action, fees, losses or damages caused by the direct or indirect use of the OptionCart Catalog at any time and by any party. In no way will Smartlab Software be held liable for any use of the catalog by the user or by third parties.

Requirements

Web servers running OptionCart must have PHP 4 or higher running with standard default configurations, MySQL 3.23 or higher and phpMyAdmin. In addition, web users must have a Mals-E account for the use of this catalog, as no stand alone cart system is provided with OptionCart. The inventory control system of OptionCart requires the Mals-E Remote Call feature. Therefore, inventory control and sales storage through OptionCart will not be automated on any web site that uses third party payment systems that do not utilize this feature, which include but are not limited to LinkPoint, Mirapay, Netbanx, Nochex, PayByCheck and PSIGate. A list of these systems can be found at http://www.mals-e.com/processors.php. If PayPal is used as a non-secure payment type at Mals, it can be used with the OptionCart inventory system; otherwise, OptionCart cannot automate inventory control through that payment system. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that all of these requirements are met before purchasing the OptionCart catalog. If OptionCart is purchased for installation on a web server that does not have the above requirements, the user will be given a choice of having modifications made to set up the catalog on their server for an additional fee if possible, or they will receive a refund for the catalog license.

Templates

Smartlab Software will utilize an existing HTML template for the catalog page design if desired. However, if that template contains frames, SSI, CGI, FrontPage components, JavaScript, CSS or any other programming or scripting other than HTML, then Smartlab Software is not required to integrate the user's design into the catalog system. Templates must have placeholders where the different elements will go, as described in the help files sent upon purchase. If any HTML design work or fixes are required for the design to be implemented with the catalog system, the user will be responsible for performing these fixes. There is no guarantee that any template can be used with OptionCart without modifications, other than the free templates provided with the installation.

Responsibilities

The user accepts all responsibilities for the use of the OptionCart Catalog. Smartlab Software will not be held responsible for any inappropriate use of a web site, shopping cart or company policies from a company or individual using the OptionCart Catalog. Smartlab Software cannot be held responsible for any use of the catalog on a server, even if the catalog is set up on a server that uses the latest versions of PHP and MySQL.

Installation

If a catalog is set up by Smartlab Software, it will be supported for the life of the catalog by Smartlab Software. Any catalog that is installed by any non-certified party will not be supported by the Smartlab Software. All catalogs must have a purchased license for the domain on which the catalog is installed. Catalog users must have PHP, MySQL, and phpMyAdmin installed on the server in which the catalog will be used, or additional fees will apply.

Costs

There is a one-time charge for the license and/or installation of the OptionCart Catalog. Additional costs may apply if a user's web server does not have the required versions of PHP, MySQL and phpMyAdmin with standard configurations. Smartlab Software reserves the right to change prices at any time.

Refunds

Refunds for the cost of the license will be given to any user that does not have the requirements needed to run the catalog, or are otherwise unable to use the script. For a refund to be given, the user must agree to give Smartlab Software permission to access the server and remove all catalog files. Catalog users must also agree to destroy all existing copies of the catalog files in their possession, and remove the files permanently from their site. Refunds apply only to the catalog license and to the costs of installation services which have not yet been provided. Refunds will not be given for any services which have already been rendered. Refunds will only be given within 30 days of the date on which the catalog was ordered.

Customization

The OptionCart Catalog is installed as-is and does not include any customization to the product or category layout, nor does it include additions or modifications of fields. The user may freely customize any of the OptionCart Catalog files as desired, provided each catalog is used for a single site only. The user will not hold Smartlab Software responsible for any damages caused by the user's customization of the catalog, nor will they expect Smartlab Software to fix problems that arise from any customization or incorrect installation.

Support

Smartlab Software provides online support for all OptionCart Catalog users who have purchased installations, and will address individual use questions as needed. Resellers who wish to purchase downloadable software will not receive free online or email support, as described in the reseller agreement. All users may freely use the online help files provided at Smartlab Software.com if they wish, at no additional charge.

Discontinuation

Smartlab Software reserves the right to discontinue distributing the OptionCart Catalog system, and may refuse or revoke the use of the system to any party for any reason at any time. Smartlab Software is not responsible for contacting users of the system for this discontinuation. The system will not be provided to companies known to be selling illegal items or services, nor will it be provided to individuals known to be under 18 years of age. The catalog will also be revoked from any company using inappropriate methods of promotion, such as spamming email addresses.

Data Backup

The user agrees to back up all pages and information added into the OptionCart Catalog system. In no way will Smartlab Software be responsible for the loss or destruction of any parts of the catalog or information entered using the catalog. If a web host loses a catalog, or if a user moves their site to a new web host, and data or files are lost as a result, there will be a charge to reinstall the catalog on a new server, and no guarantee can be made that any of the previous files or database information can be recovered.

Security

No guarantees of security can be made regarding the administration area of the OptionCart Catalog system. All administration areas must be uploaded to a secure server for complete security. The password protection system included with the catalog is no guarantee of security. No private information should be added to an unsecure server that holds the OptionCart Catalog system.

Adult (Pornographic) Items

Smartlab Software will not provide systems to sites selling any adult items. These items are defined as items that are intended for adults only, or are not suitable for children, and include sales of novelty items displaying genitalia. If a site is found to add such items after purchasing the system, Smartlab Software, LLC holds the right to deny the use of an OptionCart license on the site, and will offer a refund for the system.

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