Terms of Service

Last updated: June 20, 2026

These Terms of Service (Terms) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (whether as an individual or on behalf of an entity) and 合肥六挺东网络科技有限公司 (Hefei Liutingdong Network Technology Co., Ltd.), operating as Six East (Company, we, us, or our), governing your access to and use of our website located at opensquad-aca-sixeast.web.app and any related services (collectively, the Services). By accessing or using the Services, you represent that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use the Services.

1. Company Information

The Company is duly registered and operating under the laws of the People's Republic of China. Our primary business scope is computer systems design services, encompassing network architecture, software engineering, systems integration, security consulting, and technical operations support.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:

• Services means the website, its content, any communications facilitated through the website, and any professional computer systems design services we provide under a separate written agreement.
• User, you, or your means any individual or entity that accesses or uses the Services.
• Content means all information, text, images, data, code, designs, graphics, and other materials displayed, transmitted, or made available through the Services.
• Project Agreement means a separate written contract, statement of work, or service agreement entered into between you and the Company for specific professional services.
• Intellectual Property means all patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, know-how, designs, and other proprietary rights recognized under applicable law.

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using any part of the Services, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and agree to be bound by them. If you are using the Services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms, in which case the terms you and your refer to that organization.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website, unless otherwise specified. Your continued use of the Services after any modification constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for changes.

4. Eligibility

By using the Services, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract.
• If you are using the Services on behalf of an entity, you are duly authorized to act on behalf of and bind that entity to these Terms.
• Your use of the Services will comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those of the People's Republic of China and your jurisdiction of residence.
• You are not located in a country subject to a United States, United Nations, or People's Republic of China embargo or designated as a terrorist-supporting country.
• You are not listed on any government prohibited or restricted parties list.

5. Description of Services

The Company provides computer systems design services, including but not limited to:

• Systems architecture consulting and design.
• Software engineering and development across web, mobile, and embedded platforms.
• Systems integration, API design, and microservice orchestration.
• Security architecture, threat modeling, penetration testing, and compliance consulting.
• Cloud infrastructure design, deployment, and operations management.
• Technical support, monitoring, and incident response services.

The specific scope, deliverables, timeline, and fees for any professional services engagement will be defined in a separate Project Agreement executed by both parties. No professional services relationship is created solely by your use of this website or submission of an inquiry through our contact form.

6. Website Use and Conduct

You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable national or international law or regulation.
• Transmit or submit any material that is defamatory, obscene, fraudulent, or otherwise objectionable.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, its servers, or any connected systems or networks.
• Use any automated means, including robots, spiders, or scrapers, to access or extract data from the website without our prior written consent.
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the website or the servers or networks that host it.
• Introduce any viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs, or other malicious code.
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract the source code of the website or any associated software.
• Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Intellectual Property

All Content on the website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, software, and the design, structure, selection, coordination, expression, and arrangement thereof, is owned by or licensed to the Company and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

The name Six East, the hexagonal logo mark, the Chinese company name 合肥六挺东网络科技有限公司, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of the Company or its affiliates. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission.

7.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and view the Content on our website for your personal, non-commercial use, or for the purpose of evaluating and engaging our professional services. This license does not include the right to:

• Modify, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Content.
• Use the Content for any commercial purpose other than evaluating our services.
• Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from the Content.
• Frame or mirror any part of the website without our express written consent.

7.3 Client Project Intellectual Property

Ownership and licensing of intellectual property created in the course of a professional services engagement will be governed by the terms of the applicable Project Agreement. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, we retain ownership of all pre-existing materials, tools, methodologies, and know-how used in the delivery of services, and you retain ownership of your pre-existing materials and any deliverables specifically created for you as defined in the Project Agreement.

8. User-Submitted Information

By submitting information through our website, including through the contact form, you represent that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to the information you submit.
• The information is accurate, current, and complete to the best of your knowledge.
• The submission does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

You grant us the right to use the information you submit for the purpose of responding to your inquiry and, if applicable, establishing and performing a business relationship. We will handle all submitted information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Services and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services not owned or controlled by the Company. We assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that the Company shall not be liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such third-party content, goods, or services.

10. Disclaimers

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

• Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.
• Any warranty that the Services will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
• Any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or currency of any Content.
• Any warranty arising from course of dealing, course of performance, or usage of trade.

The Company does not warrant that the website or its Content meet your specific requirements or expectations. You acknowledge that your use of the Services is at your sole risk. The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. You should seek independent professional advice before acting or refraining from acting based on any Content on this website.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR DAMAGE TO REPUTATION, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH:

• Your use of or inability to use the Services.
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Services.
• Any Content obtained from or through the Services.
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your information or submissions.

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICES EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO THE COMPANY IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED UNITED STATES DOLLARS (USD $100.00).

The limitations and exclusions in this section apply regardless of the theory of liability, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, and even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so some or all of the above limitations may not apply to you.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company, its directors, officers, employees, agents, affiliates, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your use of or access to the Services.
• Your violation of any provision of these Terms.
• Your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party right.
• Any information or material you submit, post, or transmit through the Services.
• Any claim that your submitted information or your use of the Services infringes the intellectual property or other rights of any third party.

The Company reserves the right, at its own expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, in which event you shall cooperate fully with the Company in asserting any available defenses.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply.

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms, or the breach, termination, or validity thereof, shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations between the parties. If the dispute cannot be resolved within thirty (30) days of either party giving notice of the dispute to the other, either party may submit the dispute to binding arbitration administered by the Hefei Arbitration Commission in accordance with its then-current rules. The seat of arbitration shall be Hefei, Anhui, China. The language of the arbitration shall be English or Chinese, as mutually agreed. The arbitral award shall be final and binding on both parties.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company reserves the right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief from any court of competent jurisdiction to protect its intellectual property rights or confidential information.

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to your breach of these Terms. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including but not limited to provisions concerning intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and governing law.

Upon termination, your right to access and use the Services shall cease immediately. If you have an active Project Agreement with us, termination of your website access does not automatically terminate the Project Agreement, which shall be governed by its own terms.

15. Force Majeure

The Company shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance of its obligations under these Terms arising from or attributable to acts, events, omissions, or circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, civil unrest, labor disputes, epidemics or pandemics, governmental orders, communication or utility failures, or failures of third-party service providers.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any Project Agreement entered into between you and the Company, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding your use of the Services and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, whether written or oral.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms 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 enforceable, or severed if modification is not possible, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16.3 Waiver

No waiver by the Company of any term or condition set out in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition, or a waiver of any other term or condition. Any failure of the Company to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of the Company. The Company may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

16.5 Relationship

Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and the Company. You have no authority to bind the Company in any respect.

16.6 Notices

All notices required or permitted under these Terms shall be in writing and delivered (a) by email to liutao@sixeast.buzz if to the Company, or to the email address you provided through our contact form if to you; or (b) by registered mail to the Company's registered office address. Notice shall be deemed effective upon receipt if sent by email, or five business days after mailing if sent by registered post.

17. Contact

For any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us: