Terms of Service
Last updated: May 18, 2025
Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the HaaS 1,000 website (the "Site") operated by the HaaS Institute ("we", "us", or "our"). Your access to and use of the Site is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, then you may not access the Site.
Use of the Site
The HaaS 1,000 Site is a directory and information resource for hardware-as-a-service companies. You may use our Site to browse company listings, learn about different industries, contact us, or submit companies for consideration.
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use and enjoyment of the Site. Prohibited behavior includes harassing or causing distress to other users, transmitting obscene or offensive content, and disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within the Site.
Company Listings and Content
The HaaS 1,000 directory includes listings of companies that provide hardware-as-a-service offerings. We strive to ensure all information is accurate, but we do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of this information.
Inclusion in our directory does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or certification of any company or its services. The decision to include or remove any company from our directory is at our sole discretion.
When submitting a company for consideration, you represent and warrant that:
- You have the right to submit the information to us
- The information is accurate and truthful
- The submission does not violate any laws or infringe upon any third-party rights
Intellectual Property
The Site and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by the HaaS Institute and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.
"HaaS Institute," "HaaS 1,000," and related logos are trademarks of Hardfin, Inc. Nothing in these Terms grants you a right or license to use any of our trademarks, logos, or other brand elements.
User Accounts
Certain areas of the Site may require you to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information, including your password, and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to your account at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.
Links to Other Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the HaaS Institute, its affiliates, directors, employees, agents, or licensors be liable for any indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including without limitation damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, arising out of or relating to your use of, or inability to use, the Site.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the HaaS Institute, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.
By continuing to access or use our Site after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please stop using the Site.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: legal@hardfin.com
HaaS Institute
c/o Hardfin, Inc.
548 Market Street, PMB 77473
San Francisco, CA 94104
United States