Introduction

Thank you for choosing Open Ring. These Terms and Conditions (referred to as the “Terms”) apply to your use of our website at www.o-ring.tech (the “Site”), our smart wearable technology, including the Open Ring development kits and related hardware (the “Products”), and any associated software, tools, or services we provide (collectively, the “Services”).

In these Terms, “Open Ring,” “we,” “our,” or “us” refers to Open Ring, a company based in Estonia, and “you” refers to the individual or entity accessing, using, or purchasing our Services. By accessing or using the Site, purchasing Products, or using any of our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, we kindly ask you not to use our Services.

We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our Services or applicable laws. Updated Terms will be posted on our Site, and by continuing to use our Services after any updates, you agree to the revised Terms. For more information about how we collect, use, and store your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy, which is an integral part of these Terms.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at contact@o-ring.tech.

User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use

 

Open Ring grants you a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use its products, services, and materials (collectively, the “Services”), subject to the specific terms of use outlined in this Agreement. Certain components of Open Ring’s products (e.g., specific software or hardware designs) are provided under the MIT License, which allows free use, modification, and distribution of those licensed materials.

Proprietary elements of Open Ring’s products and services—such as trademarks, branding, APIs, proprietary software, and other non-MIT-licensed components—are not governed by the MIT License and remain subject to the restrictions outlined in this section. Ownership of Open Ring’s intellectual property is not transferred to you through use of its products or services.

You must be at least 18 years old to access or use Open Ring’s products and services. You are responsible for providing accurate and current information during account creation, purchases, or any interaction with the platform. You are also responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities conducted under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breaches. Open Ring disclaims all liability for losses resulting from your failure to secure your account information. If you create an account to access Open Ring’s Services, you are responsible for maintaining the security and confidentiality of your credentials. Any activity conducted under your account is your responsibility, whether or not it was authorized by you. Notify Open Ring immediately of any unauthorized access or security breaches.

Prohibited Uses and Restrictions

You agree not to engage in any of the following activities while using Open Ring’s products, services, or platform:

  • You may not reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, or tamper with any Open Ring product or service, except where allowed by the terms of the MIT License for MIT-licensed components.
  •  You may not copy, modify, distribute, or otherwise use Open Ring’s proprietary software, APIs, trademarks, branding, or other protected materials except as explicitly permitted under these Terms or with Open Ring’s prior written consent.
  • Open Ring products may not be used for:
    • Medical, diagnostic, or life-critical purposes.
    • Military or weapons-related applications.
    • Any illegal, harmful, or abusive activities..

You are solely responsible for managing and securing any data generated using Open Ring’s development kits, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable local, national, and international privacy and data protection laws. Open Ring does not collect, store, or process such data unless explicitly stated, and any misuse or mishandling of data is entirely your responsibility.

You agree to comply with all applicable laws when using Open Ring’s products and services, including laws related to export controls, intellectual property, and prohibited activities within your jurisdiction.

Violations of these Terms, including improper use of the development kit, failure to comply with licensing restrictions, or engaging in prohibited activities, may result in:

  • Immediate suspension or termination of your account and access to the platform.
  • Revocation of any rights granted under the MIT License.
  • Legal action, including claims for damages, injunctive relief, or other remedies as permitted by law.

By using Open Ring’s platform, development kits, and resources, you acknowledge and accept these responsibilities. Failure to comply will result in enforcement actions to protect Open Ring’s rights and the intended use of its resources. Open Ring provides its products and services on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. Access may be temporarily interrupted due to scheduled maintenance, technical issues, or events beyond Open Ring’s control, such as natural disasters, power failures, or governmental restrictions. Open Ring reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of its services or products at any time, without prior notice. For security, fraud prevention, or compliance purposes, Open Ring may suspend your access temporarily or permanently. Open Ring is not liable for delays, interruptions, or disruptions to service caused by these events.

Certain Open Ring features rely on third-party providers for hosting, payment processing, or integrations. Open Ring is not responsible for failures or issues caused by these third parties. Use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms and conditions.

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your hardware, software, and security measures meet the requirements for using Open Ring’s services. Open Ring disclaims liability for losses or damages caused by incompatible devices, user errors, or inadequate security measures.

 

Intellectual Property Rights

All intellectual property associated with Open Ring, including, but not limited to, hardware designs, software, APIs, SDKs, documentation, trademarks, logos, patents, trade secrets, and other proprietary materials (collectively, “Open Ring Intellectual Property”), is the exclusive property of Open Ring. Such intellectual property is protected by applicable international and domestic laws, including, but not limited to, copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws. This protection extends to all visual, textual, and multimedia elements, including images, graphics, videos, sound files, data, software, and any materials made available through Open Ring’s products, services, website, or development kits. It also covers the arrangement, structure, design, organization, and overall presentation of these materials.

Nothing in these Terms or your use of Open Ring’s products or services conveys or transfers to you any ownership or proprietary rights in Open Ring Intellectual Property. Any rights not expressly granted to you under these Terms are fully reserved by Open Ring, and unauthorized use, modification, reproduction, or distribution of Open Ring Intellectual Property is strictly prohibited.

The name “Open Ring,” its logos, and any related branding are protected trademarks of Open Ring. You are prohibited from using Open Ring’s trademarks, trade names, or logos in any manner without prior written consent. The inclusion of third-party trademarks or references within Open Ring’s materials or services does not grant you any right to use such trademarks, and all third-party trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

All content and materials associated with Open Ring’s platform, services, and products, including but not limited to text, visuals, multimedia content, software, hardware designs, APIs, SDKs, and documentation (collectively referred to as “Content”), are protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or modify any of this Content unless explicitly authorized by Open Ring or permitted under applicable open-source licensing terms. Furthermore, any attempt to remove, obscure, or alter copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices embedded within Open Ring’s materials is strictly prohibited.

If you provide feedback, suggestions, ideas, or other communications related to Open Ring’s products, services, or development kits (collectively, “Feedback”), you acknowledge and agree that such Feedback becomes the exclusive property of Open Ring. Open Ring may use, adapt, modify, publish, or otherwise exploit this Feedback for any purpose, commercial or otherwise, without obligation to compensate or attribute you. By submitting Feedback, you waive any claim to ownership, royalties, or other compensation related to the use of such ideas or suggestions.

Certain components of Open Ring’s products or services may incorporate intellectual property owned by third parties, such as licensed hardware, software, or open-source code. Use of these components is governed by the terms of their respective licenses. You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with these third-party licensing requirements, and Open Ring disclaims all liability arising from your failure to comply with applicable third-party license terms.

Any misuse or unauthorized use of Open Ring Intellectual Property, including but not limited to reproduction, modification, commercialization, or redistribution beyond the scope of these Terms, constitutes a violation of Open Ring’s rights. Such violations may result in the immediate suspension or termination of your access to Open Ring’s products and services, in addition to legal action to enforce Open Ring’s rights, including but not limited to seeking damages and injunctive relief.

Open Ring is committed to protecting intellectual property rights and complies with applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. If you believe that your intellectual property has been used in violation of these laws through Open Ring’s services, you may report the issue by submitting a notice to ip@o-ring.tech. Open Ring will review and respond to all valid claims in compliance with applicable laws.

All rights not expressly granted to you under these Terms remain fully reserved by Open Ring. Any unauthorized use of Open Ring Intellectual Property, its trademarks, or its copyrighted materials may result in legal action, including but not limited to claims for damages, injunctive relief, or termination of access to Open Ring’s products and services

MIT License

The MIT License (MIT)
Copyright (c) Open Ring

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this hardware and associated documentation files (the “Hardware”), to deal in the Hardware without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Hardware, and to permit persons to whom the Hardware is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Hardware.

THE HARDWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES, OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE HARDWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE HARDWARE.

Components released under the MIT License may be freely used, modified, and redistributed in accordance with the terms of the license. However, all other proprietary materials remain subject to the restrictions outlined below.

Proprietary Intellectual Property

The following proprietary materials are not governed by the MIT License and remain the exclusive property of Open Ring:

  1. Trademarks and Branding: The name “Open Ring,” its logos, trademarks, and any branding or associated visual elements may not be used, reproduced, or distributed without prior written consent.
  2. Proprietary Software and APIs: Any software, APIs, or integration tools provided by Open Ring but not explicitly identified as open-source are proprietary and subject to usage restrictions outlined in these Terms.

Restrictions on Use

By using Open Ring’s materials, you agree to the following restrictions:

  1. Trademarks and Branding: You may not use Open Ring’s name, logos, or other branding elements to market, promote, or sell any products derived from Open Ring’s MIT-licensed materials without prior written approval.

Changes in Licensing Terms

Open Ring reserves the right to modify, update, or change the licensing terms for future versions, updates, or releases of its products or services.

If you have any questions about licensing terms or require written authorization to use Open Ring’s proprietary materials, please contact Open Ring at contact@o-ring.tech

No Warranty or Liability

All components distributed under the MIT License are provided “as-is,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement. Open Ring disclaims all liability for damages or losses resulting from the use, modification, or distribution of these materials. Proprietary components are provided under similar disclaimers of liability, as outlined in these Terms.

Payment and Subscription Terms 

Open Ring provides products and services that may include one-time purchases, pre-ordered products, and subscription-based services (“Paid Services”). By completing a purchase or subscription, you agree to pay all applicable fees, taxes, and charges as detailed at the time of checkout and to comply with the terms outlined in this section.

1. Payment Terms

Payments for all Paid Services must be made using a valid payment method provided at checkout.

  • One-Time Purchases: Payments are due in full at the time of purchase. Prices displayed at checkout include applicable taxes unless otherwise specified. Additional fees, such as shipping or customs duties, may apply based on your location and will be disclosed before finalizing your purchase.

  • Pre-Orders: Pre-orders involve the purchase of products that are not immediately available for shipment. Payment for pre-orders is processed in full at the time the order is placed. Estimated shipping dates provided are for guidance only and are subject to change based on manufacturing schedules, logistical challenges, or other external factors. Open Ring does not guarantee specific shipping dates for pre-orders and assumes no liability for delays. By placing a pre-order, you acknowledge and accept these conditions.Please note that product images are for illustrative purposes only and the final product may differ slightly in design, materials, or appearance. Refunds for pre-orders are subject to the product’s production or shipping status at the time of the refund request.

  • Subscriptions: Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis (e.g., monthly or annually, depending on the selected plan). Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each billing cycle unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the renewal date. You authorize Open Ring or its payment processor to charge your designated payment method for recurring subscription fees and any applicable taxes or charges. Canceled subscriptions will remain active until the end of the current billing period, and no refunds will be issued for the unused portion of a billing cycle.

2. Authorization and Payment Failures

When providing your payment details, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and that you have the legal authority to use the chosen payment method. By completing a purchase or subscription, you authorize Open Ring and its payment processors to charge the provided payment method for the total amount due, including any applicable taxes, fees, or adjustments related to promotions or discounts.

If your payment cannot be processed, is declined, or deemed invalid, Open Ring reserves the right to pause or cancel your order, subscription, or access to services until the issue is resolved. It is your responsibility to ensure that payment information remains valid and updated to avoid interruptions in service or order fulfillment. Any unresolved payment issues may result in the forfeiture of your purchase, subscription, or pre-order rights.

3. Pricing Changes and Promotions

Open Ring reserves the right to modify prices, fees, or subscription rates at any time. Changes to subscription fees will not take effect until the next billing cycle following notice provided to affected users. Promotional offers and discounts are subject to specific terms and conditions and may not be combined or applied retroactively unless explicitly stated.

4. Refund policy

Payments for one-time purchases and subscriptions are non-refundable except as required by applicable law. Refund requests for pre-orders will only be considered if the product has not yet entered the production or shipping phase. Refunds, where applicable, will be processed to the original payment method within a reasonable timeframe after approval. Open Ring is not responsible for interest or additional fees incurred through third-party financing agreements, including those related to refunded transactions.

5. Subscription Terms

Subscriptions are available on a monthly or annual basis (the “Subscription Period”).

  • Automatic Renewals: Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each Subscription Period unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Your payment method will be charged at the then-current subscription rate, including applicable taxes.

  • Cancellations: You may cancel your subscription at any time via your account settings. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current Subscription Period, and no refunds will be provided for unused portions of the billing cycle.

  • Payment Failures: If a subscription payment fails, Open Ring reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to subscription services until payment is successfully processed.

  • Modifications: Open Ring reserves the right to update subscription pricing, features, or terms with at least 30 days’ notice before changes take effect. Continued use of the subscription after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

6. Termination of Services

Open Ring may suspend or terminate your access to Paid Services for failure to comply with these terms, misuse of services, or failure to pay applicable fees. Termination does not entitle you to a refund for any unused portion of the Subscription Period.

Shipping, Returns, and Refunds

Open Ring processes and ships orders, including pre-orders, as promptly as possible. Delivery timelines provided at checkout are estimates and may vary due to production schedules, supply chain issues, or carrier delays. Open Ring does not guarantee specific delivery dates and disclaims liability for delays caused by events beyond its control, such as natural disasters, customs delays, or carrier issues.

  • Lost or Damaged Shipments: If your order is lost or damaged during transit, you must contact Open Ring support at support@o-ring.tech within 7 days of the estimated delivery date. While Open Ring will assist in resolving the issue, it is not responsible for carrier-related damages or delays.
  • Customer Responsibilities: You are solely responsible for providing accurate shipping and billing information at checkout. Open Ring is not liable for delivery failures caused by incorrect or incomplete address details. If a shipment is returned due to such errors, you may be required to pay additional shipping fees for reshipment.

Pre-orders are offered for products currently in development. Payment for pre-orders is processed at the time the order is placed. Estimated delivery timelines for pre-orders are subject to change, and Open Ring will notify customers of significant delays. Refunds for pre-orders will only be issued if the product has not entered the production or shipping phase. By placing a pre-order, you acknowledge and accept these conditions, including the potential for extended delivery timelines.

Open Ring offers a 30-day return policy for products that are unused, undamaged, and in their original packaging. To initiate a return or exchange, you must contact Open Ring support to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Products returned without an RMA will not be accepted. Defective or damaged products are eligible for free returns or exchanges. Contact Open Ring support to report the issue and arrange for a replacement or refund. For non-defective items, customers are responsible for return shipping costs. Open Ring reserves the right to inspect returned items and determine their eligibility for a refund or exchange.

Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 30 business days after the returned product has been inspected and approved. Refunds are subject to the following conditions:

Refund Eligibility
Refunds for pre-orders will only be issued if the product has not entered the production or shipping phase.
Refunds exclude shipping fees, customs duties, and taxes.
Promotional or discounted items may not be eligible for refunds unless explicitly stated.

Defective Product Refunds
Refunds for defective items include the cost of the product and return shipping fees.
Refunds for non-defective items will only cover the product cost and exclude shipping fees.

Customers are responsible for
Providing accurate shipping and billing information during checkout.
Notifying Open Ring within 7 days of any lost or damaged shipments.
Covering return shipping costs for non-defective items.

Open Ring is not liable for delivery failures caused by inaccurate address information provided by the customer. If a shipment is returned to Open Ring due to incomplete or incorrect address details, the customer may be required to pay additional shipping fees to reship the order.

Disclaimer of Warranties

OPEN RING PROVIDES ITS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DEVELOPMENT KITS, SOFTWARE, APIS, HARDWARE DESIGNS, AND RELATED MATERIALS, ON AN “AS-IS” AND “AS-AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, OPEN RING DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, OR RELIABILITY.

OPEN RING DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT ITS PRODUCTS OR SERVICES WILL BE ERROR-FREE, FREE FROM SECURITY VULNERABILITIES, OR COMPATIBLE WITH THIRD-PARTY HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, OR SYSTEMS. FURTHERMORE, OPEN RING DISCLAIMS RESPONSIBILITY FOR INTERRUPTIONS, BUGS, OR DEFECTS IN FUNCTIONALITY, OR FOR ANY OUTCOMES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS IN RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, OR OTHER APPLICATIONS.

CERTAIN COMPONENTS OF OPEN RING’S OFFERINGS MAY BE LICENSED UNDER OPEN-SOURCE LICENSES (E.G., THE MIT LICENSE) AND ARE PROVIDED WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. OPEN RING IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS, DEFECTS, OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OPEN-SOURCE MATERIALS, THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, OR HARDWARE INTEGRATED WITH ITS PRODUCTS.

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT OPEN RING’S PRODUCTS ARE NOT MEDICAL DEVICES AND ARE NOT DESIGNED, TESTED, OR INTENDED FOR MEDICAL USE, INCLUDING DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT, OR PREVENTION OF DISEASES OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS. USE OF OPEN RING PRODUCTS FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES IS DONE SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.

LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR PHYSICAL PRODUCTS PROVIDED BY OPEN RING, THE COMPANY WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER THAT SUCH PRODUCTS WILL BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, UNLESS A LONGER WARRANTY PERIOD IS REQUIRED BY LOCAL LAW. DURING THIS PERIOD, OPEN RING WILL, AT ITS DISCRETION, REPAIR, REPLACE, OR REFUND THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER SHIPPING COSTS OR TRANSPORTATION CHARGES INCURRED BY THE CUSTOMER.

THE LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

  1. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, INCLUDING SCRATCHES, DENTS, OR BATTERY DEGRADATION.
  2. DAMAGES CAUSED BY IMPROPER HANDLING, STORAGE, ACCIDENTS, OR MISUSE.
  3. DAMAGE ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, ACCESSORIES, OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY OPEN RING.
  4. UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS TO THE PRODUCT.

TO INITIATE A WARRANTY CLAIM, YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF PURCHASE, A DESCRIPTION OF THE ISSUE, AND THE SERIAL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT. OPEN RING MAY REQUIRE A RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION (RMA) NUMBER BEFORE ACCEPTING A RETURN. PRODUCTS RETURNED WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, AND OPEN RING ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE DURING TRANSIT.

REPAIRED OR REPLACED PRODUCTS WILL BE COVERED FOR THE LONGER OF THE REMAINING WARRANTY PERIOD OR NINETY (90) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, OPEN RING’S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS OR SERVICES IS LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID BY THE CUSTOMER FOR THE SPECIFIC PRODUCT OR SERVICE IN QUESTION. OPEN RING SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA, PROFITS, OR REVENUE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Limitation of Liability

O-RING TECH PROVIDES ITS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES, INCLUDING THE PLATFORM AND ANY ASSOCIATED DEVICES, ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY OF DATA, OR THE SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES TO MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS. O-RING TECH DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT ITS PRODUCTS OR SERVICES WILL OPERATE WITHOUT INTERRUPTION, BE FREE FROM ERRORS OR DEFECTS, OR THAT ANY DATA OR RESULTS GENERATED THROUGH THE PLATFORM WILL BE ACCURATE, RELIABLE, OR COMPLETE. USERS ACKNOWLEDGE THAT ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF O-RING TECH’S PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ARE ASSUMED SOLELY BY THE USER.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, O-RING TECH, INCLUDING ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, LICENSORS, AND PARTNERS, SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES PROVIDED. THIS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF DATA, PROFITS, REVENUE, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, GOODWILL, PERSONAL INJURY, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, EVEN IF O-RING TECH HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

O-RING TECH’S TOTAL LIABILITY UNDER ANY LEGAL CLAIM, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY OR NATURE OF THE CLAIM, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE GREATER OF $100 OR THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY THE USER FOR THE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT THAT GAVE RISE TO THE CLAIM. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO CLAIMS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY.

O-RING TECH DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS, IMPROPER USE, OR THE USE OF THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, HARDWARE, OR ACCESSORIES THAT HAVE NOT BEEN EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY O-RING TECH. USERS ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY OUTCOMES ARISING FROM SUCH ACTIONS. ADDITIONALLY, O-RING TECH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR TAMPERING WITH THE DEVICE, PLATFORM, OR DATA, INCLUDING DAMAGES CAUSED BY HACKING, DATA BREACHES, OR OTHER CYBERSECURITY INCIDENTS.

O-RING TECH SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY FAILURE OR DELAY IN PERFORMANCE CAUSED BY EVENTS BEYOND ITS REASONABLE CONTROL, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NATURAL DISASTERS, GOVERNMENT ACTIONS, PANDEMICS, CYBERATTACKS, LABOR DISPUTES, OR SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTIONS.

IN JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IS NOT PERMITTED, O-RING TECH’S LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IS FOUND TO BE UNENFORCEABLE, ALL OTHER PROVISIONS SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.

BY PURCHASING OR USING O-RING TECH’S PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, USERS AGREE THAT ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THEIR USE OF THE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR OF THE DATE THE CAUSE OF ACTION OCCURRED.

Privacy and Data Protection

Open Ring is committed to protecting your personal data. Any information collected through your use of our platform, products, or services will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. This includes details about how we collect, use, store, and share your data.

By using Open Ring’s services, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy, which can be accessed here. If you have any questions or concerns about your personal data, please contact us at privacy@openring.io.

Precautions

OPEN RING’S DEVELOPMENT KITS ARE DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR NON-MEDICAL RESEARCH, PROTOTYPING, AND INNOVATION IN WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY. THEY ARE NOT CERTIFIED FOR MEDICAL, DIAGNOSTIC, THERAPEUTIC, OR ANY REGULATED APPLICATIONS. BY USING THESE KITS, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING:

  1. General Disclaimer
    THE DEVELOPMENT KITS, INCLUDING ALL HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, AND SENSOR DATA, ARE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL AND RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN MEDICAL OR REGULATED ENVIRONMENTS AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON FOR DIAGNOSING, TREATING, CURING, OR PREVENTING ANY DISEASE OR MEDICAL CONDITION. USERS MUST NOT USE THE KITS AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR SERVICES. IF YOU HAVE HEALTH CONCERNS OR QUESTIONS, CONSULT A QUALIFIED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.
  2. Research and Prototyping Use Only
    THE DEVELOPMENT KITS ARE DESIGNED TO ENABLE RESEARCH, TESTING, AND PROTOTYPING IN WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY. USERS ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ENSURING THAT ANY PROJECTS, PRODUCTS, OR APPLICATIONS DEVELOPED USING THESE KITS COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND INDUSTRY STANDARDS. OPEN RING DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY ARISING FROM THE USE OF THE KITS IN UNAUTHORIZED OR REGULATED APPLICATIONS.
  3. Data Ownership and Interpretation
    USERS HAVE FULL OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL OVER RAW SENSOR DATA GENERATED BY THE DEVELOPMENT KITS. USERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR INTERPRETING AND USING THE DATA IN A SAFE AND APPROPRIATE MANNER. ANY DECISIONS OR ACTIONS TAKEN BASED ON THIS DATA ARE AT THE USER’S OWN RISK.

  4. Hardware and Physical Product Safety
    THE DEVELOPMENT KITS INCLUDE PHYSICAL HARDWARE THAT SHOULD BE HANDLED CAREFULLY. USERS MUST AVOID USING THE HARDWARE IN A MANNER THAT COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE.

    • DO NOT PLACE THE HARDWARE IN THE MOUTH OR USE IT IN ANY WAY THAT POSES A CHOKING HAZARD.
    • THE HARDWARE IS NOT A TOY AND SHOULD NOT BE LEFT WITH CHILDREN UNSUPERVISED.
    • IF YOU EXPERIENCE REDNESS, IRRITATION, OR OTHER DISCOMFORT WHILE WEARING THE HARDWARE, DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY AND CONSULT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST.

  5. Open-Source Usage Responsibility
    OPEN RING PROVIDES THE DEVELOPMENT KITS, HARDWARE DESIGN FILES AND SOFTWARE UNDER AN OPEN-SOURCE LICENSE. USERS WHO MODIFY, PRINT, OR ASSEMBLE THE HARDWARE OR ALTER THE SOFTWARE DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK. OPEN RING DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS, PERFORMANCE ISSUES, OR INJURIES RESULTING FROM MODIFIED OR IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE.

  6. Third-Party Content and Integration
    THE DEVELOPMENT KITS MAY BE USED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, PLATFORMS, OR INTEGRATIONS. OPEN RING DOES NOT ENDORSE OR GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, SAFETY, OR RELIABILITY OF THIRD-PARTY CONTENT OR SERVICES. USERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR REVIEWING AND AGREEING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ANY THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS. OPEN RING DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES OR LOSSES ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIRD-PARTY CONTENT OR INTEGRATIONS.

  7. User Responsibility and Compliance
    USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THAT THEIR USE OF THE DEVELOPMENT KITS AND ANY RELATED OUTPUT COMPLIES WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND STANDARDS. OPEN RING DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY ARISING FROM NON-COMPLIANCE OR MISUSE OF THE DEVELOPMENT KITS.

  8. Indemnification
    USERS AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS OPEN RING, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS FROM AND AGAINST ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR LIABILITIES ARISING OUT OF:

    • THE USER’S MISUSE OF THE DEVELOPMENT KITS;
    • MODIFICATIONS MADE TO THE HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE;
    • VIOLATIONS OF THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS, INCLUDING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OR PRIVACY;
    • VIOLATIONS OF APPLICABLE LAWS OR REGULATIONS.

  9. Force Majeure
    OPEN RING SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY FAILURE OR DELAY IN PERFORMANCE CAUSED BY EVENTS BEYOND ITS REASONABLE CONTROL, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NATURAL DISASTERS, CYBERATTACKS, SERVER OUTAGES, OR HARDWARE MALFUNCTIONS. 

Termination and Cancellation

  1. Termination by Open Ring
    Open Ring reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the services, software, or licenses provided with the development kits at any time, with or without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

    • Violation of these Terms and Conditions or any applicable laws and regulations.
    • Misuse of the services, software, or hardware, including but not limited to unauthorized modifications, reverse engineering, or use for regulated or medical applications.
    • Providing false, incomplete, or outdated information during registration or in your interactions with Open Ring.
    • Actions that harm or threaten the reputation, operations, or security of Open Ring, its systems, or other users.
    • Failure to pay any fees or charges when due, if applicable.
    • Changes in applicable laws or regulations that prevent the continued provision of services.
    • Any other reason determined at Open Ring’s sole discretion.

  2. Termination by the User
    You may terminate your use of Open Ring’s services or cancel your account at any time by providing written notice to Open Ring or following the cancellation process outlined in your account settings. Termination does not entitle you to a refund for any purchases, subscriptions, or fees already paid, unless explicitly stated in our refund policy or required by applicable law.
    You will remain responsible for any fees or charges incurred prior to and during any notice period.

  3. Refund and Payment Obligations

    • Refunds will only be issued in accordance with Open Ring’s refund policy or as required by applicable law.
    • Subscriptions, if applicable, cannot be terminated before the end of the billing period for which payment has already been made. You authorize Open Ring to charge your payment method for any unpaid fees or balances, or to issue an invoice for any outstanding amounts.

  4. Loss of Subscription Benefits
    Upon termination of your subscription, you will immediately lose access to all subscription-specific benefits, including but not limited to:

    • Priority Access to Our Support Team: You will no longer have access to expedited support services, and any unresolved technical issues may be handled under the standard support process.
    • Fast Handling of Technical Issues: Any ongoing or pending technical issues will no longer be prioritized and will be subject to standard handling times.
    • Dedicated Onboarding Call: If your onboarding process has not been completed prior to termination, it will be canceled, and any remaining onboarding services will not be provided.
    • Early Access to New and Beta Features: You will lose access to any beta or new features made available to subscribers.
    • Any other subscription-specific privileges or premium features included in your plan.

      Termination of your subscription or services does not affect your ownership of any physical development kits you have purchased. You may continue to use the hardware independently, but access to associated subscription features, including support, updates, or new features, will no longer be available.Open Ring may retain, delete, or manage any data associated with your subscription account in accordance with its Privacy Policy and applicable laws. You may not have access to data stored within subscription-specific tools or features after termination.

  5. Survival of terms
    The provisions of these Terms and Conditions are intended to survive shall remain in effect and continue to apply for as long as you use or possess Open Ring’s products or services. This includes, but is not limited to, provisions related to Intellectual Property Rights, Disclaimer of Warranties, Indemnification, Limitation of Liability, Privacy and Data Protection, Governing Law and Jurisdiction, Export Compliance and Use Restrictions, and Miscellaneous. These provisions will govern your obligations and Open Ring’s rights regardless of whether you are actively subscribed to services or are using purchased products.

Termination of your access to Open Ring’s products, services, or subscription benefits does not affect the applicability of the Dispute Resolution provisions outlined in these Terms and Conditions. Any disputes, claims, or controversies arising from or related to these Terms, including but not limited to your use of Open Ring’s development kits, services, or software, will be resolved in accordance with the Dispute Resolution process specified herein.

These Terms, including the Termination and Cancellation provisions, are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Estonia, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes or claims that are not subject to arbitration, if applicable, will be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Estonia. By continuing to use Open Ring’s products or services, you agree to this governing law and forum for dispute resolution, even after the termination of your subscription or account.

Export Compliance and Use Restrictions

You agree not to export, re-export, transfer, or use Open Ring products, software, or technical data in violation of applicable export laws, including U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), European Union regulations, and local laws. This includes restrictions on use in prohibited countries, with sanctioned individuals or entities, or for unlawful purposes such as weapons development or military applications. By using Open Ring products or services, you confirm that you are not located in or transferring products to restricted regions or persons, and that your use complies with all applicable trade and export laws. Violations may result in termination of access and reporting to relevant authorities.

Miscellaneous

This section contains additional provisions that govern the interpretation and enforceability of these Terms.

Open Ring reserves the right to monitor your use of its products, services, and platform to ensure compliance with these Terms. Such monitoring may include, but is not limited to, usage patterns, account activity, and adherence to licensing agreements. Any detected violations may result in enforcement actions, including account suspension or termination.

The failure of Open Ring to enforce any provision of these Terms or exercise any right under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such provision or right. No waiver of any term or condition, whether through conduct or otherwise, shall constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other term or condition, unless explicitly documented in writing by Open Ring. 

Open Ring may assign or transfer these Terms and any of its rights or obligations under these Terms at its sole discretion, including but not limited to cases of mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, or sale of assets. You may not assign, transfer, or sublicense these Terms or any of your rights or obligations hereunder without prior written consent from Open Ring. Any attempt to do so will be deemed void and unenforceable.

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions. To the extent possible, the unenforceable provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.

Open Ring shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, governmental actions, labor disputes, cyberattacks, power outages, or other events that could not have been reasonably anticipated or avoided.

Section titles and headings in these Terms are provided for convenience only and shall not affect the meaning or interpretation of any provisions.

These Terms, along with Open Ring’s Privacy Policy and any other policies explicitly referenced herein, constitute the complete and exclusive agreement between you and Open Ring regarding your use of our products and services. They supersede any prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications, representations, or understandings, whether oral or written, related to the subject matter. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and the Privacy Policy, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail.

Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms shall be resolved in accordance with the governing law and dispute resolution provisions outlined in these Terms.

Updates to Terms and Service

Open Ring reserves the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms and our Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will take effect on a prospective basis from the date they are posted on our website, unless otherwise stated. If material changes are made, we will notify you via email, platform notifications, or other reasonable methods before the changes take effect. By continuing to use Open Ring’s products or services after changes are implemented, you agree to be bound by the updated Terms. If you do not accept the changes, you must discontinue use of our services immediately. We may also modify, improve, suspend, or discontinue any part of our products or services, including development kits, APIs, pricing, and features, at any time without notice. Automatic updates to software, hardware or firmware may be provided to improve security, functionality, or performance. Open Ring shall not be liable for any impacts resulting from changes to these Terms, services, or features, including interruptions to workflows, access to tools, or ongoing research projects.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions, as well as any disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to them, the use of Open Ring’s products or services, or your relationship with Open Ring, are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Estonia, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).

Except where prohibited by applicable law, all disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to these Terms, the use of Open Ring’s products or services, or your relationship with Open Ring shall be resolved exclusively through final and binding arbitration. Arbitration shall be administered by the Estonian Arbitration Court. The arbitration shall take place in Tallinn, Estonia, or another location mutually agreed by the parties, and the language of the arbitration shall be English.

This arbitration provision includes disputes related to the interpretation or application of this “Mandatory Arbitration Provision” section, including its enforceability, revocability, or validity. Arbitration shall be conducted on an individual basis, and class arbitration is not permitted.

You agree to waive any right to participate in class actions or representative proceedings, except where prohibited by law or deemed unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction. All claims must be brought on an individual basis and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative action.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may file a lawsuit in the courts of Estonia for the sole purpose of seeking injunctive relief to protect its intellectual property rights or to prevent unauthorized use, distribution, or abuse of Open Ring’s products or services.

To the extent that any dispute is not subject to arbitration (including injunctive relief), the parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Tallinn, Estonia, and waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in such courts.

Except where prohibited by applicable law, any claim or cause of action arising out of or relating to these Terms, the use of Open Ring’s products or services, or your relationship with Open Ring must be filed within one (1) year from the date the claim or cause of action arose. Any claims brought after this time frame will no longer be eligible for resolution.

The English language governs the interpretation of these Terms and all related documents, notices, and dispute resolutions. Any translation is provided for convenience only and shall not override the English version.