Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using OmniForge Security's website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Services Description

OmniForge Security provides professional cybersecurity services, including but not limited to:

• Penetration testing and red team operations
• Security auditing and compliance assessment
• Network infrastructure design and implementation
• Server hardening and system security
• Physical security testing and assessment
• Security consulting and advisory services

3. Scope of Work and Limitations

3.1 Authorization Required

All penetration testing and security assessment activities require explicit written authorization. We will not conduct any testing on systems or networks without proper authorization documentation.

3.2 Legal Compliance

All services are conducted in compliance with South African law, including the Cybercrimes Act and POPIA. Clients must ensure they have legal authority for any testing on their systems.

4. Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

• Provide accurate information about systems to be tested
• Maintain appropriate backups before testing begins
• Designate authorized points of contact
• Notify relevant stakeholders about testing activities
• Implement recommended security improvements in a timely manner
• Maintain confidentiality of security findings

5. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure

Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information, security findings, and business data shared during the engagement. Detailed confidentiality terms are specified in individual service agreements.

6. Limitation of Liability

While we exercise professional care in all engagements, cybersecurity testing carries inherent risks. OmniForge Security is not liable for:

• System downtime or disruption during authorized testing
• Third-party actions based on disclosed vulnerabilities
• Damages resulting from client failure to implement recommendations
• Indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

Our maximum liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific service in question.

7. Intellectual Property

Tools, methodologies, and frameworks developed by OmniForge remain our intellectual property. Security findings, reports, and recommendations become client property upon delivery and final payment.

8. Payment Terms

• Invoices are due within 30 days of issue unless otherwise specified
• Fixed-price engagements require 50% deposit before work begins
• Retainer services are billed monthly in advance
• Late payments may incur interest charges

9. Termination

Either party may terminate services with written notice. Clients remain responsible for payment for work completed prior to termination. Findings will be delivered for completed work.

10. Dispute Resolution

Disputes will be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes will be subject to arbitration in Durban, South Africa, under South African law.

11. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these terms. Clients will be notified of material changes. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

12. Contact Information