Terms of Service

Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of PulseLog's productivity analytics platform and services.

Last updated: January 15, 2025 • Effective: January 15, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and PulseLog, Inc. ("PulseLog," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of the PulseLog productivity analytics platform and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

PulseLog provides productivity analytics software that tracks employee activity to surface insights about productivity patterns, detect when team members need support, and provide managers with actionable data while maintaining privacy controls.

Service Components Include:

  • Desktop agent software for Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Web-based dashboard and analytics platform
  • API access for data integration (Pro and Enterprise plans)
  • Customer support and documentation
3. User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To use PulseLog, you must create an account and provide accurate, complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Organization Accounts

Organization administrators are responsible for managing user access, configuring privacy settings, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.

Account Security

  • Use strong, unique passwords
  • Enable multi-factor authentication when available
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • You are responsible for all activities under your account
4. Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

  • Monitor productivity and activity patterns of consenting employees
  • Generate reports and analytics for business purposes
  • Integrate with other business systems via our API
  • Use data for internal business decision-making

Prohibited Uses

  • Monitor employees without proper consent or legal basis
  • Use the Service to violate privacy laws or regulations
  • Attempt to reverse engineer or hack the Service
  • Share access credentials with unauthorized parties
  • Use the Service for illegal or unethical purposes
5. Privacy and Data Protection

Data Ownership

You retain ownership of all data collected through the Service. PulseLog acts as a data processor and will only use your data as instructed by you and as described in our Privacy Policy.

Compliance Responsibilities

  • Ensure proper legal basis for employee monitoring
  • Obtain necessary consents and provide required notices
  • Comply with applicable privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
  • Implement appropriate organizational and technical measures

Employee Rights

You must respect employee privacy rights, including their ability to pause tracking, access their data, and request corrections or deletions as required by law.

6. Subscription and Payment Terms

Subscription Plans

PulseLog offers various subscription plans with different features and user limits. Current pricing is available on our website and may change with 30 days' notice.

Payment Terms

  • Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually in advance
  • All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
  • Late payments may result in service suspension
  • You are responsible for all applicable taxes

Free Trial

We offer a 14-day free trial for new customers. No credit card is required to start your trial. Your subscription will begin after the trial period ends unless you cancel.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

PulseLog's Rights

PulseLog retains all rights, title, and interest in the Service, including all software, documentation, and related intellectual property. You receive a limited, non-exclusive license to use the Service according to these Terms.

Your Rights

You retain all rights to your data and content. You grant PulseLog a limited license to process your data solely to provide the Service and as described in our Privacy Policy.

Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about the Service may be used by PulseLog without compensation or attribution.

8. Service Availability and Support

Service Level

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime for our Service, but we don't guarantee uninterrupted access. We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects Service availability.

Support

  • Email support for all plans
  • Priority support for Team and Pro plans
  • Dedicated support for Enterprise plans
  • Documentation and self-help resources
9. Limitation of Liability

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Limitation of Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL PULSELOG BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SERVICE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

10. Termination

Termination by You

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting support. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.

Termination by PulseLog

We may suspend or terminate your access for violations of these Terms, non-payment, or if required by law. We'll provide reasonable notice when possible.

Effect of Termination

  • Your access to the Service will end immediately
  • Your data will be deleted according to our retention policy
  • You may export your data before termination
  • Outstanding fees remain due
11. General Provisions

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in San Francisco, California, except for claims that may be brought in small claims court.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Material changes will be communicated via email and in-app notifications at least 30 days before taking effect.

Contact Information

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at legal@pulselog.com or:
PulseLog, Inc.
123 Innovation Drive
San Francisco, CA 94105