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Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 1, 2024
Last Updated: January 9, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Project Hotline platform and services provided by Hotline Software LLC ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

SMS/Text Messaging Terms

Service Description

Project Hotline provides automated SMS messaging services for field service businesses to communicate with their clients about appointments, service status, and work completion. This is a transactional messaging service, not a marketing platform.

Consent Required

By opting in to receive SMS messages, you agree to receive automated text messages from your service provider via Project Hotline. Consent is required and can be provided through:

  • Checking a consent box on a web form
  • Verbal consent during phone booking
  • Written consent on paper forms
  • Texting START or similar keywords to opt in

Message Frequency & Charges

Message frequency varies based on your scheduled services (typically 2-5 messages per appointment). Messages may include appointment reminders, arrival notifications, and service completion confirmations. Standard message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier plan.

Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by:

  • Replying STOP to any message
  • Replying with any of these keywords: STOPALL, UNSUBSCRIBE, CANCEL, END, QUIT, OPTOUT, REVOKE
  • Contacting us at mail@hotlinesoftware.app

Upon opt-out, you will receive a confirmation message and no further messages will be sent.

Help & Support

For help with SMS services:

  • Reply HELP or INFO to any message
  • Contact your service provider directly
  • Email us at mail@hotlinesoftware.app

Supported Carriers

Our SMS service is compatible with major U.S. carriers including but not limited to: AT&T, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, Sprint, Boost Mobile, Cricket Wireless, MetroPCS, U.S. Cellular, Virgin Mobile, and others. T-Mobile is not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Message Delivery

While we strive for reliable message delivery, we cannot guarantee that all messages will be delivered due to factors outside our control including carrier issues, device compatibility, or network conditions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Project Hotline, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our services.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. By using Project Hotline, you represent and warrant that you:

  • Are at least 18 years of age
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • Are not prohibited from using our services under applicable law
  • Will provide accurate and complete information

3. Account Registration

To use certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and update your information
  • Keep your password secure and confidential
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • Be responsible for all activities under your account

4. Service Description

Project Hotline provides:

  • Field service task management platform
  • Communication tools between managers and field workers
  • Client notification and update services via SMS
  • Reporting and analytics features
  • Integration with third-party services (when enabled)

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to:

  • Use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Send spam, unsolicited messages, or marketing content via SMS
  • Violate any laws in your jurisdiction
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Interfere with or disrupt the service
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems
  • Impersonate others or provide false information
  • Use the service to harass, abuse, or harm others
  • Resell or redistribute the service without permission

⚠️ SMS Compliance Required

Users sending SMS messages must comply with all applicable laws including the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), CAN-SPAM Act, and carrier guidelines. Failure to comply may result in immediate service termination.

6. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of Project Hotline are owned by Hotline Software LLC and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
  • Use our trademarks without written consent
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
  • Remove any proprietary notices

7. User Content

You retain ownership of content you submit through our service. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, store, and process your content to provide and improve our services.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our services is subject to our Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your personal information and comply with applicable data protection laws.

9. Payment Terms

If you subscribe to paid services:

  • You agree to pay all fees according to your selected plan
  • Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated
  • We may change fees with 30 days notice
  • You are responsible for all taxes
  • Failure to pay may result in service suspension

10. Third-Party Services

Our service may integrate with third-party services (e.g., CompanyCam, Twilio). These services have their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party services or content.

11. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

  • MERCHANTABILITY
  • FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
  • NON-INFRINGEMENT
  • ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF INFORMATION
  • UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE SERVICE

12. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HOTLINE SOFTWARE LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR USE, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hotline Software LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Your content or SMS messages sent through the platform

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Non-compliance with SMS regulations
  • Non-payment of fees
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • At our sole discretion for any reason

Upon termination, your right to use the service ceases immediately.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Delaware.

16. Arbitration

Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association rules, except where prohibited by law.

17. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of changes by posting the new Terms and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

18. Severability

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

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hotline Software LLC regarding the use of Project Hotline.

20. Contact Information

Questions About These Terms?

Contact us at:

Hotline Software LLC
Email: mail@hotlinesoftware.app
Website: https://hotlinesoftware.app

For SMS Support: Reply HELP to any message or email us with your phone number.

To Opt-Out of SMS: Reply STOP to any message.

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