Data License Agreement

Last updated: January 2025

1. Definitions

  • "Licensor" means DarkScout Intelligence
  • "Licensee" means the party receiving the license
  • "Licensed Data" means all data, datasets, feeds, and intelligence provided by DarkScout Intelligence
  • "API" means the application programming interface provided by DarkScout Intelligence
  • "Services" means all services, data feeds, APIs, and related offerings provided by DarkScout Intelligence

2. Grant of License

Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Licensor grants Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited license to:

  • Access and use the Licensed Data for the purposes specified in your subscription or agreement
  • Integrate the Licensed Data into Licensee's applications and platforms
  • Use the Licensed Data for internal business purposes, compliance, and analytics

3. License Restrictions

Licensee shall NOT:

  • Resell, redistribute, or sublicense the Licensed Data without explicit written permission
  • Use the Licensed Data to create competing intelligence products or services
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source data or methodologies
  • Remove or alter any proprietary notices, labels, or marks on the Licensed Data
  • Use the Licensed Data for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Share API keys or access credentials with unauthorized parties

4. Permitted Uses

Licensee may use the Licensed Data for:

  • Compliance and KYC/AML screening
  • Risk assessment and due diligence
  • Threat intelligence and security analysis
  • Law enforcement and regulatory investigations
  • Internal analytics and reporting
  • Integration into analytics platforms and dashboards

5. Data Accuracy and Disclaimer

Licensor provides the Licensed Data "AS IS" without warranties of any kind. Licensor does not guarantee:

  • Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the data
  • Fitness for any particular purpose
  • Uninterrupted or error-free access

Licensee acknowledges that blockchain intelligence is inherently probabilistic and may contain errors or omissions.

6. Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in and to the Licensed Data, including all intellectual property rights, remain with Licensor. This Agreement does not grant Licensee any ownership rights in the Licensed Data.

7. API Usage and Rate Limits

API access is subject to:

  • Rate limits based on your subscription tier
  • Fair use policies
  • Technical restrictions to ensure service availability

Excessive usage may result in throttling or suspension of access.

8. Data Updates and Modifications

Licensor reserves the right to:

  • Modify, update, or discontinue any Licensed Data with reasonable notice
  • Change data schemas, formats, or delivery methods
  • Add or remove features or endpoints

9. Confidentiality

Licensee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of:

  • API keys and access credentials
  • Licensed Data methodologies and sources (where disclosed)
  • Pricing and commercial terms

10. Payment Terms

License fees are as specified in your subscription or agreement. Licensee agrees to:

  • Pay all fees in accordance with the billing schedule
  • Maintain valid payment information
  • Accept that fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated

11. Term and Termination

This Agreement remains in effect for the duration of your subscription or as specified in your agreement. Either party may terminate:

  • For material breach with 30 days written notice
  • Immediately for non-payment or violation of restrictions
  • As otherwise specified in your agreement

Upon termination, Licensee must cease all use of the Licensed Data and destroy or return all copies.

12. Indemnification

Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Licensor from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from Licensee's use of the Licensed Data, except to the extent caused by Licensor's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

13. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LICENSOR'S TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY LICENSEE IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM. LICENSOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

14. Export Compliance

Licensee agrees to comply with all applicable export control laws and regulations. The Licensed Data may be subject to export restrictions.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by applicable laws. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration or as otherwise specified in your agreement.

16. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with your subscription or service agreement, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the Licensed Data.

17. Modifications

Licensor may modify this Agreement with reasonable notice. Continued use of the Licensed Data after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

18. Contact

For questions about this Data License Agreement, please contact us:

DarkScout Intelligence
Email: Contact Form