Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 5, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the LightDrive.one website, applications, or any associated services (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, as well as any additional terms, conditions, or policies referenced herein or subsequently published on our website. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services.

Your continued use of the Services constitutes your acceptance of any changes or modifications to these Terms, which we may update from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the revised Terms on our website and updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this document. It is your responsibility to review the Terms periodically.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms of Service, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

• Account:
  A registered profile created by a User to access the Services, including all associated login credentials and settings.
• Content:
  Any data, files, text, images, videos, audio, software, or other materials that you upload, create, or provide while using the Services.
• Inactive Account:
  An account that has not recorded any user-initiated activity (such as logging in, uploading content, or interacting with the Services) for a continuous period of 12 months. This definition applies solely to free accounts; paid accounts are never considered inactive.
• Pricing Schedule: The document or webpage that outlines the current pricing, features, and terms of each Subscription Plan. The Pricing Schedule is incorporated herein by reference and may be updated from time to time.
• Services:
  The suite of offerings provided by LightDrive.one, which includes email services, cloud storage, calendar, note-taking, tasks lists, file sharing and collaboration, contacts storage, video and audio calls/meetings, as well as WebDAV, CalDAV, and CardDAV access, along with any additional functionalities made available from time to time.
• Subscription:
  A paid plan or service tier under which a User accesses certain enhanced or additional features of the Services. Subscription terms, including payment and renewal details, are governed by these Terms and any supplemental agreements.
• Third-Party Services:
  Services provided by external providers that are integrated into or used by LightDrive.one (e.g., payment processing, data hosting, push notification delivery) to support or enhance the functionality of our Services.
• User:
  Any individual or entity that accesses or uses LightDrive.one’s Services.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

To use LightDrive.one’s Services, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Minimum Age:
  You represent that you are at least 13 years old, or the applicable minimum age in your jurisdiction. If you are under the required age, you confirm that you have obtained the consent of your parent or guardian as required by law.
• Legal Capacity:
  You affirm that you have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement under the laws applicable to you. Additionally, you are responsible for ensuring that you meet any other eligibility requirements mandated by your jurisdiction.
• Accurate Information:
  When registering for an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update such information as necessary.
• Account Responsibility:
  Your account is personal and intended for your individual use. You agree not to share your account or login credentials with others, and you are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your account.
• Registration and Activation:
  In order to access certain features of our Services, you must create an account. By registering, you agree to comply with these Terms and any additional policies that may apply. LightDrive.one reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account that does not comply with these requirements or that is used in violation of these Terms.

By creating an account or using our Services, you confirm that you meet these eligibility requirements and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

4. User Responsibilities and Obligations
You agree to use LightDrive.one’s Services only in accordance with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. In particular, you agree to:

• Maintain the confidentiality of your account login credentials and notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
• Provide and maintain accurate, current, and complete information for your account.
• Refrain from using the Services for any unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent purposes.
• Comply with all applicable policies, guidelines, and instructions provided by LightDrive.one.

5. Service Description and Availability
LightDrive.one provides a suite of online services, including but not limited to email, cloud storage, calendar, note-taking, tasks lists, file sharing and collaboration, contacts storage, video and audio calls/meetings, and support for WebDAV, CalDAV, and CardDAV protocols.

• Availability: The Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we strive to ensure continuous operation, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free performance.
• Modifications: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time, with or without notice.

6. Acceptable Use and Prohibited Activities
You agree not to use LightDrive.one’s Services to engage in, promote, or facilitate any activities that are illegal, defamatory, obscene, or infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others. In addition, you agree that you will not use the Services in any manner that:

• Promotes or supports terrorism or activities that are intended to incite or facilitate violence or terroristic acts;
• Assists in or encourages criminal activities or any conduct that may cause harm to individuals or property.

LightDrive.one reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account immediately if we determine, in our sole discretion, that you have engaged in any of the aforementioned activities.

7. User-Generated Content and Intellectual Property

• Ownership:
  All content that you upload or create using our Services (“User Content”) remains your property.
• Limited License to LightDrive.one:
  By using our Services, you grant LightDrive.one a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license solely to host, store, reproduce, modify (only as necessary to facilitate the functionality of the Services), and display your User Content. This license is strictly limited to the purposes of operating, supporting, and improving the Services for your benefit. Under no circumstances will LightDrive.one use your User Content for any other purpose, including for commercial gain or any form of data mining unrelated to the operation and security of the Services.
• Data Protection:
  LightDrive.one is committed to safeguarding your User Content from unauthorized access or use. We will implement and maintain appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data and ensure that only authorized personnel, acting on behalf of LightDrive.one, have access to it for purposes strictly related to the operation and maintenance of the Services.
• Prohibited Content:
  You agree not to upload any content that infringes on the rights of others or violates any laws. LightDrive.one reserves the right to remove any content that breaches these Terms.

8. Data Retention, Backup, and Deletion

• Retention Policy: Data associated with active accounts will be retained for as long as the account is open and in use. Free accounts that become inactive (no user-initiated activity for 12 consecutive months) may be subject to archival or deletion following a 30-day notice period. Paying accounts will never be considered inactive.
• Backup: We maintain backup copies of data for recovery purposes. However, backup data may be retained for a limited period and is not intended to be a substitute for your own backups.
• Deletion Requests: You may request deletion or export of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable legal requirements.

9. Payment Terms and Billing (for Paid Services)

• Subscription Fees:
  For users subscribing to our paid services, you agree to pay all applicable fees as set forth in the subscription plan you select. Fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis according to the billing cycle specified at the time of subscription.
• Pricing Schedule:
  The pricing and details of the Subscription Plans available for use of the Services are set forth in the Pricing Schedule, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Pricing Schedule may be updated from time to time, and your continued use of the Services following any such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
• Downgrade Policy:
  If you choose to downgrade your subscription to a plan with a lower storage allocation (for example, from a 50 GB plan to a 1 GB plan), the following conditions will apply:
  • Effective Date:
    The downgrade will take effect on the next billing cycle. You will continue to have access to the full benefits and storage allocation of your current plan until the end of the current billing period.
  • Data Overage and Upload Restrictions:
    Upon the downgrade taking effect, if your data usage exceeds the storage limit of the new plan, you will receive a notification detailing the overage. Until you reduce your stored data to within the allowed limit or upgrade your plan, you will not be allowed to upload new content or synchronize additional data.
  • Data Deletion or Archival:
    If you fail to reduce your data usage within a 30-day grace period, LightDrive.one reserves the right to restrict certain functionalities and may also archive or delete excess data. You will be informed of any such actions in advance.
• No Refunds:
  All subscription fees are non-refundable. This policy applies to downgrades, as well as to cases where a user deletes all their data or closes their account. Once a fee has been billed and paid, no refunds will be issued under any circumstances.

By subscribing to our paid services, you acknowledge and agree to these billing, downgrade, and refund terms.

10. Third-Party Services and Integrations
LightDrive.one may integrate with third-party service providers (such as payment processors, data hosting services, or push notification systems) to support or enhance the functionality of our Services.

• These third-party providers are subject to their own terms and privacy policies, and their use does not diminish our responsibility to protect your data as outlined in these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
• By using the Services, you consent to the involvement of these third parties in accordance with the purposes described herein.

11. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

• Disclaimer of Warranties: The Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without any warranties, express or implied. LightDrive.one disclaims any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
• Limitation of Liability: In no event shall LightDrive.one, its affiliates, or their respective directors, officers, or employees be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
• Maximum Liability: Our total liability to you for any claim arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Services shall not exceed the amount paid by you (if any) for accessing the Services during the 12-month period preceding the claim.

12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless LightDrive.one and its affiliates, directors, officers, and employees from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any rights of a third party.

13. Termination and Suspension

• Termination by You:
  You may terminate your account at any time in accordance with our account deletion procedures. In such cases, no refunds will be issued for any prepaid fees.
• Termination by LightDrive.one:
  LightDrive.one reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account immediately, without prior notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in any activities that may harm the Services or other users. In the event of termination due to a Terms of Use violation, any fees already paid are non-refundable.
• Effect of Termination:
  Upon termination, your right to access and use the Services will immediately cease, and your account data will be handled in accordance with our Data Retention Policy.

14. Modifications to the Service or Terms

• Service Modifications: We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the Services at any time, with or without notice.
• Amendments to Terms: LightDrive.one may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through our website and, if feasible, via email. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. The Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data.

16. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

• Dispute Resolution:
  In the event of any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Services, you agree to first contact us in an attempt to resolve the matter informally. If a resolution cannot be reached, the dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of a recognized arbitration body. Arbitration shall be conducted in English and held in Iowa, unless otherwise mutually agreed upon in writing.
• Governing Law:
  These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Iowa and the federal laws of the United States of America, without regard to its conflict of laws provisions.

By using our Services, you agree to the terms outlined above regarding dispute resolution and governing law.

17. Miscellaneous Provisions

• Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with any policies or agreements referenced herein, including the Privacy Policy and the Pricing Schedule, constitute the entire agreement between you and LightDrive.one regarding your use of the Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
• Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
• Waiver: No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition.
• Assignment: You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of LightDrive.one, which may be withheld in our sole discretion.
• Notices: Any notices required under these Terms will be provided via email or through the Services, and will be deemed to have been duly given when delivered.