Last Updated: December 24, 2024
This End User License Agreement ("Agreement") is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity, "Licensee" or "you") and Base47 ("Licensor," "we," "us," or "our") for the use of Base47 software products, including but not limited to Base47 HTML Editor, Base47 Lead Form, Base47 Theme, and related plugins (collectively, the "Software").
BY INSTALLING, COPYING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THE SOFTWARE.
1. Grant of License
1.1 License Types
Base47 offers the following license types:
Free License:
- Personal and commercial use permitted
- Unlimited websites
- Basic features only
- No support included
- No warranty
Pro License:
- Personal and commercial use
- Site limits based on plan purchased
- All Pro features included
- 1 year of updates and support
- Priority email support
Business License:
- Commercial and client projects
- Multiple sites (as specified in plan)
- All features included
- 1 year of updates and support
- Priority support with faster response
Unlimited License:
- Unlimited websites
- All features included
- Lifetime updates
- Priority support
- Direct developer access
1.2 Scope of License
Subject to the terms of this Agreement and payment of applicable fees, Licensor grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
- Install and use the Software on the number of websites specified in your license type
- Modify the Software for your own use
- Use the Software for personal or commercial projects
- Create derivative works based on the Software for your own use
2. License Restrictions
2.1 Prohibited Actions
You may NOT:
- Redistribute: Sell, rent, lease, sublicense, or distribute the Software to third parties
- Remove Branding: Remove or modify copyright notices, trademarks, or proprietary markings
- Reverse Engineer: Decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer the Software
- Create Competing Products: Use the Software to create competing products or services
- Share License Keys: Share your license key with unauthorized parties
- Exceed Site Limits: Install the Software on more sites than your license permits
- Resell: Resell or redistribute the Software as part of a competing product
2.2 Site Activation Limits
Each license has a maximum number of site activations:
- Free: Unlimited sites (basic features only)
- Pro: As specified in your plan (typically 1-5 sites)
- Business: As specified in your plan (typically 10-25 sites)
- Unlimited: Unlimited sites
You may deactivate the Software from one site to activate it on another, subject to your license limits.
3. Ownership and Intellectual Property
3.1 Ownership
The Software is licensed, not sold. Base47 retains all rights, title, and interest in and to the Software, including all intellectual property rights. This Agreement does not grant you any rights to trademarks, service marks, or trade names of Base47.
3.2 Your Content
You retain all rights to content you create using the Software. Base47 claims no ownership or rights to your websites, designs, or content created with the Software.
3.3 Modifications
You may modify the Software for your own use. However, modified versions:
- May not be redistributed or sold
- Are not supported by Base47
- Must retain original copyright notices
- Are subject to all terms of this Agreement
4. Updates and Support
4.1 Software Updates
Active license holders receive:
- Bug fixes and security patches
- Feature updates and improvements
- WordPress compatibility updates
- New features (at our discretion)
Updates are provided for the duration of your active license. After expiration, you may continue using the Software but will not receive updates.
4.2 Support
Support levels vary by license type:
- Free: Community forums and documentation only
- Pro: Email support with 24-48 hour response time
- Business/Unlimited: Priority support with 12-hour response time
Support is provided for the duration of your active license.
5. License Activation and Validation
5.1 Activation
The Software requires activation with a valid license key. Upon activation:
- Your domain name is registered with our license server
- The Software validates your license periodically
- You must have an active internet connection for validation
5.2 License Validation
The Software may periodically contact our servers to validate your license. This validation:
- Checks license status (active, expired, revoked)
- Verifies site activation limits
- Does not collect personal data beyond domain name
- Requires internet connectivity
5.3 Deactivation
You may deactivate the Software from your WordPress admin panel. Deactivation:
- Frees up an activation slot
- Allows activation on a different site
- Does not affect your license validity
6. Term and Termination
6.1 License Term
- Free License: Perpetual (no expiration)
- Pro/Business: 1 year from purchase date
- Unlimited: Lifetime (no expiration)
6.2 Renewal
Pro and Business licenses may be renewed annually to continue receiving updates and support. Failure to renew:
- Does not affect your right to use the Software
- Stops updates and support
- May result in compatibility issues over time
6.3 Termination by Licensor
We may terminate this Agreement if you:
- Violate any terms of this Agreement
- Engage in fraudulent activity
- Exceed site activation limits
- Redistribute the Software without authorization
Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Software and destroy all copies.
6.4 Effect of Termination
Upon termination or expiration:
- Your license to use the Software ends
- You must cease all use of Pro features
- You may continue using Free features (if applicable)
- No refunds for remaining subscription periods
7. Warranty Disclaimer
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
Base47 does not warrant that:
- The Software will meet your requirements
- The Software will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The Software is compatible with all systems
8. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BASE47 SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Loss of profits or revenue
- Loss of data or business opportunities
- Costs of procurement of substitute goods or services
- Damages resulting from use or inability to use the Software
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE LICENSE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Base47 from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Software
- Your violation of this Agreement
- Your violation of any rights of third parties
- Content you create using the Software
10. Refund Policy
Refunds are governed by our Refund Policy. In summary:
- 30-day money-back guarantee on first-time purchases
- No refunds after 30 days
- No refunds on renewal payments
- See full Refund Policy for details
11. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.
12. Entire Agreement
This Agreement, together with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Base47 regarding the Software.
13. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify this Agreement at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website. Continued use of the Software after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Agreement.
14. Contact Information
For questions about this License Agreement:
By using Base47 Software, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this License Agreement and agree to be bound by its terms.