Terms of Use

1. Agreement & Acceptance

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website paulkinyatti.vercel.app ("Website") and any services provided by Paul Mbugua Kinyatti ("I", "me", "my", or "Service Provider").

By accessing this Website or engaging my services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this Website or engage my services.

2. Services Description

I provide professional software engineering and cloud architecture services including:

• Software Development: Custom application development, API design, system architecture
• Cloud Architecture: AWS cloud solutions, serverless systems, microservices design
• Cloud Architecture: AWS infrastructure, serverless systems, CDK, SaaS development
• Technical Consulting: Architecture reviews, performance optimization, technical strategy
• Speaking & Training: Technical presentations, workshops, and educational content

This Website serves as a portfolio and information resource. It does not constitute an offer to provide services until a separate written agreement is executed.

3. Website Content & Information Disclaimer

All content on this Website, including articles, case studies, and technical information, is provided for informational and educational purposes only. This content:

• Reflects my professional opinions and experiences
• Should not be considered as professional advice for your specific situation
• May become outdated as technology and best practices evolve
• Is not a substitute for professional consultation

No Warranty: I make no representations about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information on this Website for your particular needs.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Website Content

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, code examples, case studies, and design elements, is owned by Paul Mbugua Kinyatti and protected by Kenyan and international copyright laws.

4.2 Permitted Use

You may:

• View and read content for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Share links to articles and pages
• Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution

4.3 Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute substantial portions of content without permission
• Use content for commercial purposes without written consent
• Remove copyright notices or attribution
• Create derivative works based on Website content
• Frame or embed Website content on other sites without permission

5. Professional Services Terms

5.1 Service Engagement

Professional services are provided under separate written agreements that specify:

• Scope of work and deliverables
• Timeline and milestones
• Fees and payment terms
• Intellectual property ownership
• Confidentiality obligations

5.2 Client Responsibilities

Clients engaging my services agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner
• Make timely payments as agreed
• Respect intellectual property rights
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary methods and approaches

6. User Conduct & Prohibited Activities

When using this Website or engaging my services, you agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems or data
• Use automated tools to scrape or harvest Website content
• Impersonate me or misrepresent your relationship with my services
• Submit false or misleading information
• Engage in harassment, abuse, or discriminatory behavior

7. Privacy & Data Protection

Your privacy is important to me. Please review my Privacy Policy, which explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with Kenya's Data Protection Act, 2019.

By using this Website, you consent to the data practices described in the Privacy Policy.

8. Third-Party Links & Services

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services (including GitHub, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other platforms). I am not responsible for:

• The content, privacy practices, or terms of third-party sites
• Any damages or losses from your use of third-party services
• The availability or functionality of external links

Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms and policies.

9. Disclaimers & Limitations

9.1 "As Is" Basis

This Website and all content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

9.2 No Guarantee of Results

While I strive to provide high-quality services, I cannot guarantee specific outcomes, performance improvements, or business results from my services or the information on this Website.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Kenyan law, I shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, arising from:

• Your use of this Website or services
• Any errors or omissions in content
• Interruption or termination of services
• Third-party actions or content

My total liability for any claims shall not exceed the amount paid by you for services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Paul Mbugua Kinyatti from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your misuse of the Website or services
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any false or misleading information you provide

11. Termination

I reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to this Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Website ceases immediately, but the following sections survive: Intellectual Property, Disclaimers, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and Governing Law.

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

12.1 Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Kenya, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

12.3 Severability

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

13. Changes to Terms

I reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this Website. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Material changes will be highlighted with an updated "Last updated" date and may be communicated through email or Website notices.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or to discuss professional services:

• Email: kinyattipaul@gmail.com
• Website: Contact Form
• Business Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Response Time: I aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Paul Mbugua Kinyatti regarding your use of this Website, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.

For professional services, separate written agreements will govern the specific terms of engagement.