Terms of Service
Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before accessing or using the Null Stackers platform ("Platform"), operated by Null Stackers (Pvt.) Ltd., a private limited company incorporated under the laws of Pakistan. By registering for, accessing, or using the Platform, you ("User") agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations.
1. DEFINITIONS
• Platform: The Null Stackers web application, APIs, mobile interfaces, and associated services.
• Developer: A registered user who is a CS student or early-career developer providing services.
• Client: A registered user (startup, SME, or enterprise) posting projects.
• Escrow: Funds held by the Platform pending successful completion of milestones by a Developer.
• Credential: A digitally verifiable badge issued upon completion of a verified project milestone.
2. ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION
2.1 Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years of age. You represent and warrant that all information provided is accurate and complete.
2.2 Account Security: You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access.
2.3 Suspension: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts in violation of these Terms or applicable law.
3. PLATFORM SERVICES
Null Stackers provides an AI-powered marketplace connecting Developers and Clients. Services include AI-matching, structured onboarding, verifiable credentials, and milestone escrow processing.
Note: The Company acts as an intermediary and is not a party to agreements between Clients and Developers.
4. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
Prohibited Act 1: Reverse Engineering
Users are strictly prohibited from attempting to decompile or reverse engineer the algorithms or AI matching models of the Platform.
Prohibited Act 2: Illegal Activities
Compliance with PECA 2016 is mandatory. No fraudulent projects, malware transmission, or identity misrepresentation allowed.
Prohibited Act 3: Fee Evasion
Soliciting or making payments outside the Null Stackers escrow system for Platform-originated work is strictly forbidden.
5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
CORE LIABILITY CLAUSE
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM BUGS, SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS, OR THIRD-PARTY CYBERATTACKS.
6. ESCROW & PAYMENT TERMS
Standard Platform commission is 10–15% on all completed transactions.
Escrow funds may be held for 30 days pending internal review of payment disputes.
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
7.1 Platform IP: All software, AI models, algorithms, and branding remain the exclusive IP of Null Stackers (Pvt.) Ltd.
7.2 Project Deliverables: Upon full payment, the Client owns all IP rights in the final deliverables, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
7.3 Licence to User Content: You grant the Company a royalty-free licence to use uploaded content solely for operating and improving the Platform.
8. PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION
Industry-standard security (TLS encryption, JWT, MFA) is implemented. We adhere to GDPR principles globally and Pakistani data regulations locally.
9. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
The Platform integrates with GitHub, payment processors, and cloud providers. The Company is not liable for damage or loss caused by third-party service failures.
10. TERMINATION
Accounts may be terminated by either party. Pro-rata refunds for active projects apply. IP and liability provisions survive termination.
11. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Null Stackers against all claims, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Platform or violation of these Terms.
12. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms are governed by the laws of Pakistan. Disputes unresolved via good-faith negotiation (30 days) shall be submitted to binding arbitration in Lahore, Pakistan, conducted in English under the Arbitration Act 1940.
13. VENDOR PROTECTION
Null Stackers acts as a technology intermediary; we do not guarantee project outcomes. The Limitation of Liability (Section 5) and Acceptable Use Policy (Section 4) are designed to provide a commercially viable risk envelope for the Company.
14. AMENDMENTS
We reserve the right to modify these Terms. Material changes will be notified to Users 14 days prior to the effective date.