Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: November 15, 2025

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Shader Lab governing your use of our website, services, and any content we provide. By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms and Conditions, you must immediately discontinue use of our services. Your continued use of our services signifies your acceptance of these terms and any future modifications we may make.

1. Agreement and Binding Nature

By accessing our website or engaging with our services, you enter into a binding legal agreement with Shader Lab. This agreement is effective immediately upon your first use of our services and remains in effect for as long as you continue to use them.

You represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement. If you are using our services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these terms.

These Terms and Conditions supplement any other agreements you may have with us, including service contracts or statements of work. In the event of any conflict, the most specific agreement applicable to the situation will prevail.

2. User Obligations and Responsibilities

2.1 Legal Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances when using our services. This includes, but is not limited to:

Compliance with intellectual property laws and respecting copyrights, trademarks, and patents
Adherence to data protection and privacy regulations
Following export control and sanctions regulations
Compliance with consumer protection laws
Observance of anti-fraud and cybersecurity regulations

2.2 Prohibited Activities and Behaviors

You expressly agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

Attempting to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or technology used in our services
Using our services to transmit spam, unsolicited communications, or chain letters
Engaging in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair our services
Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or other malicious code
Collecting or harvesting personal information about other users
Using automated systems or bots without authorization
Impersonating any person or entity or falsely representing your affiliation
Interfering with or disrupting the integrity of our services
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks

2.3 Content Guidelines and Restrictions

If you submit or provide any content through our services, you agree to the following:

Your content must not infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
Content must not contain defamatory, obscene, or offensive material
You must have all necessary rights and permissions for any content you submit
Content must not violate any applicable laws or regulations
You must not submit false, misleading, or deceptive information

2.4 Age Restrictions and Requirements

Our services are intended for users who are at least 18 years of age. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 18, you may only use our services under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these terms.

3. Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Shader Lab, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, consultants, agents, and representatives from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and legal costs) arising from or related to:

Your use or misuse of our services
Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
Any content you submit or provide through our services
Any negligent or wrongful conduct on your part

This indemnification obligation survives termination of these Terms and Conditions and your use of our services. We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claim.

4. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

You acknowledge that information you provide may be transferred, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where we operate. You consent to such transfers and understand that data protection laws in these jurisdictions may differ from those in your country.

For complete details about our privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

5. Third-Party Interactions

Our services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for any third-party sites or services.

Your interactions with third-party websites, services, or individuals found through our services are solely between you and such third parties. You acknowledge and agree that Shader Lab is not responsible or liable for any loss or damage resulting from such interactions.

When you access third-party resources through our services, you do so at your own risk and should review the terms and privacy policies of those third parties.

6. Disclaimers and Warranties

6.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SHADER LAB DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT
WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE

6.2 No Guarantees

We do not warrant or guarantee that:

Our services will meet your specific requirements or expectations
Our services will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
The results obtained from using our services will be accurate or reliable
The quality of any products, services, or information obtained through our services will meet your expectations
Any errors in our services will be corrected

6.3 Professional Services Disclaimer

While we strive to deliver high-quality shader programming services, we make no guarantees regarding specific performance improvements, optimization results, or visual outcomes. Results depend on various factors including hardware specifications, software environments, and implementation contexts. Any estimates or projections provided are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as guarantees of specific results.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SHADER LAB, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE OUR SERVICES
ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON OR THROUGH OUR SERVICES
ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM OUR SERVICES
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE, OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT
STATEMENTS OR CONDUCT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON OUR SERVICES
ANY OTHER MATTER RELATING TO OUR SERVICES

WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, WHETHER OR NOT WE HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE, AND EVEN IF A REMEDY SET FORTH HEREIN IS FOUND TO HAVE FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY, OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100 USD), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, OUR LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED TO THE GREATEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

8. Force Majeure

Shader Lab shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms and Conditions due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

Acts of God, natural disasters, or severe weather conditions
War, terrorism, riots, or civil disturbances
Government actions, laws, or regulations
Pandemics, epidemics, or public health emergencies
Labor disputes, strikes, or work stoppages
Failures of telecommunications or internet infrastructure
Cyberattacks or security breaches beyond our control

In such events, our performance obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the force majeure event, and we shall be entitled to a reasonable extension of time for performance.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

9.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law principles. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply to these terms.

9.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions or your use of our services shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Santa Clara County, California. You hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue in such courts.

9.3 Dispute Resolution Procedures

Before initiating any formal legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiations. If a dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue binding arbitration or litigation as appropriate.

Any arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.

10. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent to the greatest extent possible. If modification is not possible, the invalid provision shall be severed from these terms, and all other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11. Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms and Conditions shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Shader Lab to be effective.

12. Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms and Conditions or any of your rights or obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. Any attempted assignment in violation of this provision shall be null and void. We may freely assign these terms without restriction. These terms shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any other legal documents referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Shader Lab regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, whether written or oral, regarding the subject matter hereof.

14. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time at our sole discretion. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and may provide additional notice through our website, email, or other means as appropriate.

Your continued use of our services after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you must immediately discontinue use of our services. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.

Questions About These Terms

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: info@sha-d-erlab.com

Phone: +1 (408) 639-7284

Address: 7358 Graphics Grove, Tech Park, San Jose, CA 95110