Terms of Service

Article 1. Purpose

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website operated by Horang Studio ("the Company," "we," "us") at horangstudios.com, and any consulting, engineering, or advisory services provided by the Company. By accessing this website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Article 2. Definitions

• "Client" refers to any individual or organization that engages the Company for consulting, engineering, or advisory services under a separate agreement.
• "Services" refers to technical consulting, software engineering, AI/ML development, simulation, and related professional services offered by the Company.
• "Website" refers to horangstudios.com and all associated pages.
• "Deliverables" refers to any work product, code, documentation, reports, or other outputs produced by the Company under a service engagement.

Article 3. Use of the Website

You may use this website for informational purposes and to contact the Company regarding potential service engagements. You agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or its underlying systems
• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any content from the website without prior written consent
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through the contact form
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the website or its hosting infrastructure

Article 4. Service Engagements

All consulting and engineering services are provided under a separate service agreement, statement of work (SOW), or contract entered into between the Company and the Client. These Terms apply to the use of the website and general interactions; specific service terms, deliverables, timelines, payment schedules, and intellectual property provisions are governed by the applicable service agreement.

No binding obligation to provide services arises from any communication on this website, including contact form submissions, until a separate written agreement is executed by both parties.

Article 5. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, icons, code, and design elements — is the intellectual property of Horang Studio and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.

Unless otherwise specified in a service agreement:

• Deliverables produced under a client engagement are subject to the intellectual property terms defined in the applicable service agreement
• Pre-existing tools, libraries, frameworks, and methodologies developed by the Company prior to or independently of a client engagement remain the property of the Company
• The Company reserves the right to use general knowledge, skills, and experience gained during an engagement for future work, provided that no confidential information is disclosed

Article 6. Confidentiality

The Company treats all information received from Clients and prospective Clients with appropriate confidentiality. Unless required by law or authorized by the disclosing party:

• We will not disclose confidential information to third parties
• We will use confidential information only for the purposes of the relevant engagement
• We will apply reasonable security measures to protect confidential information

Specific confidentiality obligations, including scope, duration, and exceptions, are defined in the applicable service agreement or a separate non-disclosure agreement (NDA).

Article 7. Warranties and Disclaimers

The Company will perform all services with reasonable professional skill and care consistent with generally accepted industry standards.

However, the following disclaimers apply:

• Website Content: Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information presented.
• No Guarantee of Outcomes: AI, machine learning, and autonomous systems involve inherent uncertainty. While we apply rigorous engineering practices, we do not guarantee specific performance outcomes, certification results, or commercial success of any system or solution.
• Third-Party Services: We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or security of third-party services referenced on this website or used in the delivery of our services.

Article 8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

• The Company's total aggregate liability arising from or related to the use of this website shall not exceed KRW 100,000
• The Company's total aggregate liability arising from or related to a service engagement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client under the applicable service agreement during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim
• In no event shall the Company be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, business opportunities, or goodwill

Article 9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms, misuse of the website, or any misrepresentation made by you.

Article 10. Force Majeure

The Company shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations where such delay or failure results from events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, power or network outages, cyberattacks, or disruption of third-party services.

Article 11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Korea, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any dispute arising from or related to these Terms shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent court in Ulsan, Republic of Korea.

Article 12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Article 13. Amendments

The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Article 14. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

Horang Studio
Email: horang.studios@gmail.com
Ulsan, Republic of Korea