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Website Terms
These Website Terms explain how visitors may use the VanguardTech website, submit enquiries, request quotes and access information about VanguardTech software development, business automation, API integrations, web development, hosting, domains and related technology services.
Website use
Service enquiries
IP protection
Third-party services
Website Access
visitor: allowed
use: lawful
forms: accurate
security: respected
use: lawful
forms: accurate
security: respected
Service Boundary
QuoteWritten
ScopeApproved
HostingProvider Terms
PrivacyLinked
Engagement Flow
Browse
Enquire
Quote
Agree
Protected Areas
brand content
website design
source code terms
client scope written
website design
source code terms
client scope written
Overview
By using this website, you agree to use it lawfully and responsibly.
The VanguardTech website provides information about software development, business automation, web development, hosting, domains, business email, API integrations, database solutions, Progressive Web Apps and related business technology services.
These Website Terms apply to visitors using this website. Separate quotations, proposals, service agreements, project scopes or written confirmations apply to paid services and client work.
How engagement works
A website enquiry is not automatically a service agreement.
VanguardTech confirms project work, hosting services, maintenance plans and support arrangements in writing.
1. BrowseYou review services and information on the website.
2. EnquireYou submit a contact form, email or message.
3. ReviewVanguardTech reviews the requirement and asks questions if needed.
4. QuoteA quote, proposal or written scope is prepared where appropriate.
5. AcceptWork starts once scope and commercial terms are agreed.
Website use
Permitted and prohibited use.
You may use this website to learn about VanguardTech, browse services, read information and submit genuine enquiries. You agree to use the website lawfully, responsibly and without interfering with its security, availability or normal operation.
You may not use this website to submit false, misleading or harmful information, attempt to gain unauthorised access to any system, upload or distribute malware, interfere with website operation, scrape content unlawfully or reuse website content in a way that infringes VanguardTech rights.
Security reporting
You may not test, bypass, damage or interfere with the security of this website or any related system. If you become aware of a potential security issue, report it responsibly through the Contact page.
Enquiries and information
Information submitted to VanguardTech.
When you submit information through a contact form, email, phone call, WhatsApp message or other communication channel, VanguardTech uses that information to respond to your enquiry, understand the requirement, prepare a quote or provide requested services.
Accuracy
You are responsible for ensuring that information submitted to VanguardTech is accurate and that you have the right to share it.
Confidential information
Do not send unnecessary sensitive information through website forms. Sensitive project or system information should be shared through an agreed channel.
Privacy
Personal information is handled according to the Privacy Policy and POPIA Compliance page.
Services and quotes
Website service information is general until confirmed in writing.
Final scope, pricing, deliverables, technical requirements and timelines are confirmed through a quote, proposal, written scope, service agreement or accepted project instruction.
| Service area | What is confirmed in writing | Important notes |
|---|---|---|
| Custom software development | Features, modules, user roles, integrations, database requirements, timelines, testing and deployment approach. | Changes outside approved scope can affect pricing and delivery time. |
| Website development | Pages, content, design direction, forms, SEO structure, hosting needs and launch requirements. | Client-supplied content, images, product data and approvals can affect delivery. |
| API integrations | Systems, endpoints, authentication, data mapping, testing access, error handling and live deployment process. | Third-party API limits, documentation quality and provider availability can affect integration work. |
| Database and dashboard work | Data sources, reports, dashboards, filters, users, permissions and support requirements. | Data quality and access to source systems can affect results. |
| Progressive Web Apps | Installable app features, supported devices, offline needs, user roles, hosting and maintenance requirements. | Browser and device support can affect PWA behaviour. |
| Hosting, domains and email | Hosting package, domain name, DNS, SSL, email setup, renewal terms and support boundaries. | Third-party provider terms, renewals, availability and policies apply. |
Hosting and third-party services
Third-party platforms and provider terms.
Hosting, domain registration, business email, SSL certificates, payment gateways, plugins, licences, APIs, cloud platforms and other third-party services are subject to their own provider terms, renewal rules, pricing, availability, technical limitations and privacy practices.
VanguardTech can assist with setup, configuration, integration or support, but third-party platforms remain controlled by their providers.
Availability
VanguardTech works to keep its website available and functioning, but uninterrupted access is not guaranteed. The website can be unavailable because of maintenance, hosting issues, technical problems, security updates, internet outages or events outside VanguardTech’s control.
Intellectual property
Website content and project intellectual property.
The website itself and client project work are separate. Website content belongs to VanguardTech unless stated otherwise.
Restricted reuse
You may not reproduce, copy, modify, distribute, sell or reuse website content for commercial purposes without written permission.
Client project ownership
Ownership of custom project deliverables, source code, design files, licences and third-party components is governed by the accepted quote, proposal or written agreement.
Third-party assets
Open-source libraries, plugins, fonts, stock assets, themes or third-party tools remain subject to their own licences.
Client-supplied content
Clients are responsible for ensuring they have the right to provide logos, images, text, product data, files or third-party materials.
Portfolio reference
Unless agreed otherwise, VanguardTech may refer to completed public-facing work in portfolio, case study or service examples without exposing confidential information.
Client responsibilities
Client responsibilities during projects.
Successful technology projects require accurate information, timely approvals and access to the correct systems.
Provide accurate requirements
Clients should provide complete and accurate requirements, content, project information and business rules.
Approve scope and changes
Scope, changes, additional features and revised timelines should be approved in writing.
Provide authorised access
System access, API credentials, hosting access or database access must be provided only where authorised.
Review deliverables
Clients should test and review deliverables within agreed timelines.
Respect third-party terms
Clients remain responsible for provider accounts, licences, content rights and external platform obligations.
Privacy and POPIA
Personal information and privacy.
Personal information submitted through this website is handled according to the VanguardTech Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy and POPIA Compliance page.
If you provide client, employee, customer, supplier or third-party personal information to VanguardTech for a project, you are responsible for ensuring that you have the authority and legal basis to share that information.
Confidentiality
VanguardTech handles project information, technical details, business processes, database structures, API documentation and system access information responsibly for approved work. Confidentiality obligations can also be confirmed in a separate written agreement where required.
Liability and disclaimers
Website information and limitation of liability.
The content on this website is provided for general information purposes. Service descriptions, examples, timelines and technical explanations are guidance only until confirmed in a written quote, proposal, scope or agreement.
To the extent allowed by law, VanguardTech is not liable for direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or special loss arising from use of this website, inability to use this website, or reliance on information published on this website.
Nothing in these terms is intended to exclude liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any dispute related to this website or these terms will be handled according to applicable South African law.
Updates
Changes to these Website Terms.
VanguardTech may update these Website Terms from time to time. Updated terms will be published on this page. Continued use of the website after changes are published means the updated terms apply.
Version: 1.0 • Last reviewed: July 2026
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