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Terms of Service
The terms that govern use of the Ceramic Portal platform.
Last updated: 05/02/2026
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of Ceramic Portal, a
software platform provided by Invention Hill (the "Company"). Ceramic
Portal is a web and mobile app for Ceramic dealers and retailers to
manage inventory and orders. By registering for or using Ceramic
Portal, you agree to these Terms and all policies. Invention Hill may
modify these Terms at any time (see Changes to Terms below), and
continued use of the service after updates means you accept the
revised Terms.
1. Accounts: Dealers and Retailers
Dealers: To use Ceramic Portal, dealers must register
an account on our website or by contacting us. During registration,
dealers must provide accurate business details (e.g. name, address,
Tax ID/GST info). Dealers are responsible for managing their account
security (passwords, access) and for all actions under their account.
Dealers may use the Portal to track and manage their inventory and
handle incoming orders from retailers. Dealers can also invite or
approve retailers under their account. Dealers are charged a
subscription fee (see Pricing & Payment below).
Retailers: Retailers are typically added or invited
by a Dealer and use Ceramic Portal to view dealer products and place
orders. Retailer accounts are free. Retailers can only access the
Portal through an associated Dealer account. Retailers may browse
product listings provided by their Dealer and submit orders, but
cannot independently list products or handle inventory. Retailers must
not attempt to sign up as Dealers or bypass the Dealer–Retailer
relationship.
Each user (Dealer or Retailer) is responsible for maintaining the
confidentiality of their account credentials and for all activity
under their account. You agree to notify us immediately of any
unauthorized use. We reserve the right to refuse service or suspend
any account at any time if we suspect fraudulent or abusive use.
2. Pricing & Payment
Dealers: Access for Dealers is on a subscription
basis. By registering as a Dealer, you agree to pay the subscription
fee for your chosen plan (monthly, annual, etc.) in advance.
Subscription fees are billed in your chosen currency and must be paid
via the payment methods we offer. Prices and billing terms will be
provided during checkout or on your invoice. Subscription fees are
non-refundable. If you cancel mid-term, your account will remain
active through the paid period but no partial refunds or credits are
given. All prepayments for future billing periods are also
non-refundable.
Retailers: Use of Ceramic Portal is free for
retailers. Retailers incur no subscription charges when invited by a
Dealer. However, retail orders are ultimately fulfilled by Dealers,
who must handle any product or order-related charges.
You must keep your billing information current. If a payment fails, we
may suspend your access until payment is made. We reserve the right to
change pricing or require deposits at any time, with notice as
described below.
3. License and Intellectual Property
Ceramic Portal and all of its original content, software, and related
materials (excluding user-provided content) are and will remain the
exclusive property of Invention Hill or its licensors. Invention Hill
grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use
the Portal and its content solely for your internal business purposes,
subject to these Terms. You agree not to copy, modify, distribute,
sell, or lease any part of our software or content without our written
permission. All trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on
Ceramic Portal are the Company's property.
You retain ownership of any user-generated content you submit (such as
inventory entries or order information). By using the service, you
grant Invention Hill a worldwide, royalty-free license to use,
reproduce, and distribute that content in order to provide and improve
the service.
4. Acceptable Use and Restrictions
You must use Ceramic Portal lawfully and appropriately. You may not do
any of the following:
- Illegal activities: Engage in illegal activities such as fraud or unauthorized resale.
- Harmful behaviors: Post unlawful, defamatory, abusive, or obscene content
- Interference: Attempt to disrupt or overload our systems via hacking or spam.
- Security violations: Access another user's account or data without authorization.
- Abuse of Service: Use the Portal to harass, threaten, or harm others.
- IP violation: Violate the Company's intellectual property or harm its reputation.
5. Privacy and Data Use
We collect only the information necessary to operate the service. This
may include names, contact details, business information, inventory
and order data, and usage analytics. Our Privacy Policy (linked
separately) explains in detail what information we collect, how we use
it, how we protect it, and what rights you have. In brief, we use your
data to provide and improve the service (for example, storing
inventory records and orders). We may share information with payment
processors or other third-party service providers as needed to deliver
the service, but we will not sell your personal information. You are
responsible for ensuring that any personal data you input into the
service complies with applicable privacy laws.
You agree that Invention Hill may retain and process your data for as
long as needed to provide Ceramic Portal and comply with legal
obligations. If you delete your account, we may keep backup copies for
a reasonable time to ensure continuity of service or to comply with
legal requirements. By using Ceramic Portal, you consent to the
collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
6. Disclaimers of Warranty
Ceramic Portal is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis.
Invention Hill makes no guarantees about the service. We do not
warrant that the service will meet all of your needs, be error-free,
or uninterrupted. For example, downtime or technical issues may occur,
and you use the service at your own risk. We expressly disclaim all
warranties, whether express or implied (to the maximum extent allowed
by law), including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a
particular purpose, accuracy, and non-infringement.
We do not guarantee that the service will always be secure or free
from bugs. Invention Hill will not be responsible for any losses or
damages caused by data loss, errors, or interruptions. You are solely
responsible for backing up any data you store through the service.
Where the law requires certain warranties to be provided, these
disclaimers may not apply, and any mandatory warranties remain in
force.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Invention Hill and its
affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special,
or consequential damages arising out of or related to these Terms or
the use of Ceramic Portal. This includes, without limitation, any loss
of profits, sales, data, use, business interruption, or goodwill. Even
if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages, we are not
responsible for them.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, the Company's total
aggregate liability to you for any claim arising under these Terms
will be limited to the amount of subscription fees actually paid by
your Dealer account under these Terms during the preceding 12-month
period. (If you have not paid any fees – e.g. you are a free retailer
– liability is limited to a nominal amount equivalent to one month's
service fee.) Some jurisdictions may not allow limitations of
liability or certain disclaimers, so these limits may not apply to
you.
In particular, Invention Hill is not responsible for the performance
or behavior of Dealers or Retailers. Ceramic Portal is merely a
platform for Dealers and Retailers to transact; the Company does not
inspect, endorse, or guarantee the products or businesses of its
users. Any disputes over products, orders, or deliveries are strictly
between the Dealer and Retailer involved. The Company disclaims all
liability related to any transaction, product quality, or contractual
agreement between users of the platform.
8. Termination of Accounts
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to Ceramic
Portal at any time, with or without notice, for any reason. Grounds
for termination include violation of these Terms, non-payment of fees
(for Dealers), inactivity, or any conduct we deem harmful. Upon
termination, your right to use the service ceases immediately. You may
terminate your own account at any time by closing your account.
Termination does not relieve you of the obligation to pay any
outstanding fees. Sections that by their nature should survive
termination (such as Intellectual Property, Disclaimers, Limitation of
Liability, and Governing Law) will continue in effect.
9. Changes to terms
Invention Hill may change or update these Terms at any time and will
post the updated version on our website. If we make material changes,
we will provide notice by email or via a notice on the login/dashboard
screen prior to the change taking effect. You should review the Terms
whenever you use the service. Continued use of Ceramic Portal after
the effective date of the revised Terms means you agree to the
changes. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the
service and may close your account.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of India without regard to its
conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or related to
these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the
courts of India. You agree that any cause of action related to these
Terms must commence within one year after the claim arises, or be
permanently barred.
Contact Us: If you have any questions, contact us at
sales@inventionhill.com
or via the Contact page on our website.
Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our
Privacy Policy and any other legal notices posted on Ceramic Portal,
constitute the entire agreement between you and Invention Hill
regarding the use of the service, and supersede all prior agreements.
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held
invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full
force and effect.
Waiver: No waiver of any term by Invention Hill shall
be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other
term.
By using Ceramic Portal, you acknowledge that you have read,
understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all the
documents they incorporate by reference.
Sources: Our Terms are based on standard SaaS and
marketplace legal practices, including industry guidelines for Terms
of Service. These sources explain key clauses such as acceptance,
account rules, payment terms, IP rights, prohibited uses, disclaimers,
and governing law. Each clause above is consistent with best practices
recommended by legal authorities in India and the SaaS industry.
