Terms of Service
1. Introduction
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern access to and use of the Yours platform ("Yours", "we", "us", "our"), a non-custodial blockchain payment interface enabling users and merchants to transact using USDC via QR code and NFC technology. By accessing or using Yours, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. Nature of the Service
Yours is a technology platform only. Yours:
- Facilitates blockchain payment interactions
- Enables QR and NFC payment initiation
- Provides user and merchant interfaces
Yours does not:
- Hold or custody digital assets
- Control or access private keys
- Operate internal balances or pooled wallets
- Act as a bank or payment institution
- Provide fiat services or currency conversion
- Reverse or cancel blockchain transactions
All transactions occur directly on-chain between wallets fully controlled by users or merchants.
3. Non-Custodial Acknowledgement
You acknowledge and agree that:
- You retain sole control of your wallet and private keys
- Yours never has access to your private keys or seed phrases
- Transactions are irreversible once broadcast to the blockchain
- Loss of private keys may result in permanent loss of funds
4. Eligibility
You must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have legal capacity to contract
- Comply with all applicable UK laws
Merchants must be UK-registered companies.
5. Fees
Yours may charge platform or transaction facilitation fees, disclosed prior to use. Blockchain network fees are separate and payable by the user.
6. Free Launch Period
The Yours platform is currently available free of charge to all users during the initial launch period. Yours reserves the right to introduce paid subscription tiers (including a "Pro" plan) in the future. Users will be notified in advance of any pricing changes and will have the option to continue using the free tier or upgrade to a paid plan. No charges will be applied without the user's explicit consent.
7. Prohibited Use
You may not use Yours for:
- Illegal activities
- Money laundering or terrorist financing
- Sanctions violations
- Fraud or deceptive conduct
We reserve the right to restrict access for compliance reasons.
8. Regulatory Status
Yours does not provide regulated payment services under UK law. Cryptoassets are not covered by:
- The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
- The Financial Ombudsman Service
Regulatory treatment of cryptoassets may change.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Yours shall not be liable for:
- Loss of digital assets
- Wallet compromise
- Blockchain delays or failures
- Smart contract vulnerabilities
- Indirect or consequential losses
Total liability shall not exceed fees paid to Yours in the preceding 12 months.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate access if required by law or for breach of these Terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.