Software License Agreement

Last updated: August 2025

This Software License Agreement governs the use of software systems, applications, and platforms developed or provided by SmartNetic Pty Ltd ("SmartNetic").


1. License Grant

SmartNetic grants clients a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use software systems provided as part of SmartNetic services.

This license allows the client to use the software for its intended business purposes while the associated service agreement or subscription remains active.


2. Ownership

All software, source code, architecture, frameworks, automation systems, and supporting tools developed by SmartNetic remain the intellectual property of SmartNetic unless explicitly transferred in writing.

Clients are granted usage rights only and do not receive ownership of the underlying code unless a separate written agreement specifies otherwise.


3. Restrictions

Clients may not:

• copy or redistribute SmartNetic software
• reverse engineer systems or software
• modify or attempt to extract source code
• resell or sublicense SmartNetic software without permission

Unauthorized use may result in termination of the license.


4. Subscription Software

Where software is provided under a subscription model:

• access to the software remains active only while payments are up to date
• SmartNetic may suspend access if accounts are overdue


5. Custom Development

Where custom software is developed, ownership and licensing terms may be defined in a separate project agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed, SmartNetic retains the right to reuse underlying frameworks, libraries, and technical components.


6. Termination

This license automatically terminates if:

• the service agreement is terminated
• the client violates this agreement
• subscription payments remain unpaid

Upon termination the client must cease using the software.


7. Limitation of Liability

SmartNetic shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use the software, including:

• loss of business
• loss of profits
• operational disruptions


8. Governing Law

This agreement is governed by the laws of South Africa.