Welcome to Precedes, a platform for measurable optimization that connects clients with expert engineers. Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using the platform. By accessing or using Precedes, you agree to be bound by the terms below. If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.
1.1. Precedes: The platform and related services provided by Precedes Ltd.
1.2. Client: Any individual or organization seeking optimization services via the platform.
1.3. Optimization Engineer: Any individual or organization offering optimization services through Precedes.
1.4. Optimization Service: The act of improving performance, reducing memory usage, decreasing code size, or enhancing other measurable aspects of existing code.
2.1. To use Precedes, you must create an account with accurate and up-to-date information.
2.2. You are solely responsible for activities under your account, including maintaining confidentiality of login credentials.
2.3. You agree to comply with all applicable laws and these terms when using the platform.
3.1. Clients may request optimization based on desired optimization improvements (e.g., speed, memory, code size).
3.2. The final cost is based on the actual percentage of improvement achieved, according to the pay-per-optimization model. Terms will be detailed before confirming the request.
4.1. Engineers must deliver measurable and verifiable improvements as agreed in each project scope.
4.2. Engineers agree to respect user confidentiality and legal requirements, and avoid using unfair practices or submitting unverifiable results.
5.1. Precedes may charge platform fees, which will be clearly displayed before final confirmation.
5.2. Payment is based on the verified optimization improvement percentage. Refunds may be issued proportionally in case of partial or unsuccessful optimizations, as outlined in each engagement.
5.3. Precedes may act as a trusted intermediary to process and secure payments for both clients and engineers.
6.1. We take data protection seriously. All communications and data are encrypted, and engineers are contractually bound by NDAs to protect proprietary information shared during engagements.
7.1. Precedes does not guarantee specific outcomes, nor do we warrant that all optimization goals will be achieved.
7.2. Clients acknowledge that results may vary based on the code provided, system architecture, and optimization potential.
8.1. Precedes reserves the right to suspend or permanently remove accounts in cases of fraud, abuse, repeated disputes, or violations of these Terms of Service.
9.1. These terms may be updated at any time. The current version will always be available at precedes.io. Continued use of the platform implies acceptance of the updated terms.
10.1. These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of Brazil. Any disputes will be resolved in the appropriate courts within the Brazilian jurisdiction.
By using Precedes, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms of Service. For questions, contact us at contact@precedes.io.