Plugin and Software Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 4, 2025

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Richard Jemmett, trading as Support From Richard (“we,” “us,” or “our”), regarding your use of our WordPress plugins and services available at https://supportfromrichard.co.uk.

By purchasing, downloading, installing, or using our plugins, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use our services.

Services Provided

We provide WordPress plugins, including:

  • Free Plugins: Available at no cost with basic functionality
  • Premium Plugins: Paid licenses with advanced features and priority support
  • Support Services: Technical assistance and troubleshooting
  • Updates: Bug fixes, security patches, and feature enhancements

License Grant

Free Plugin License

Free plugins are licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later. You may use, modify, and distribute them in accordance with the GPL license terms.

Premium Plugin License

Premium licenses grant you:

Standard License:

  • Installation on one (1) production website
  • Updates and bug fixes during the license period
  • Standard support access
  • Personal or commercial use

Multi-Site License (if applicable):

  • Installation on up to [X] websites as specified at purchase
  • All Standard License benefits

License Restrictions:

  • Non-transferable (except with our written permission)
  • Must not be shared or distributed
  • Valid only for the number of sites purchased
  • Subject to license validation checks

License Validation

Premium features require license validation:

  • Initial activation validates your license key
  • Daily automatic checks verify license status
  • Validation requires internet connectivity
  • We reserve the right to deactivate licenses used in violation of these Terms

Payment and Refunds

Payment Terms

  • All prices are in GBP (£) unless otherwise stated
  • Payment is required before license activation
  • We accept [payment methods you accept]
  • Prices are subject to change with 30 days notice

Important Note About Free Plugins

Our plugins are free to download and use under the GPL license. When you purchase from us, you are paying for:

  • Premium license activation (not the plugin software itself)
  • Premium features and functionality
  • Priority support and updates
  • License validation services

The underlying plugin software remains freely available. Refunds apply only to premium license purchases and subscriptions.

Subscription Licenses (if applicable)

  • Auto-renewal unless cancelled
  • Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
  • Access continues until the end of the paid period
  • No refunds for partial periods (except within initial 30-day guarantee)

Refund Policy

Our complete refund policy for premium licenses and subscriptions is available at: https://supportfromrichard.co.uk/plugin-licence-refund-policy/

Summary:

  • 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee on first-time premium license purchases
  • Full refund, no questions asked
  • Applies to initial purchases only (not renewals, upgrades, or repeat purchases)
  • License key will be deactivated upon refund
  • Free plugin remains available under GPL license

To request a refund, contact [email protected]

Support Services

Support Scope

We provide support for:

  • Plugin installation and activation
  • Configuration and setup assistance
  • Bug reports and fixes
  • Compatibility issues with supported directory plugins

We do not provide support for:

  • Custom development or modifications
  • Third-party plugins or themes (except for supported directory plugins)
  • Server configuration or hosting issues
  • Debugging custom code
  • General WordPress usage

Support Levels

Free Plugin Users:

  • Community support via WordPress.org forums
  • Best-effort response time
  • No guaranteed resolution

Premium License Holders:

  • Priority email support at [email protected]
  • Response within 48 business hours (typically faster)
  • Access to documentation and knowledge base

Support Hours

Support is provided during UK business hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT, excluding UK public holidays.

Updates and Compatibility

Plugin Updates

  • We provide updates for bug fixes, security patches, and new features
  • Premium users receive updates during their active license period
  • Updates require an active internet connection for license validation
  • We recommend testing updates on a staging site first

WordPress Compatibility

  • Plugins are tested with current WordPress versions
  • We support the latest major WordPress release and one version prior
  • Compatibility with older WordPress versions is not guaranteed

Directory Plugin Compatibility

Our plugins are tested with the free versions of:

  • Directorist
  • Business Directory Plugin
  • GeoDirectory

Compatibility with premium versions and add-ons is not formally tested but may work.

User Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information during purchase and registration
  • Keep your license key confidential and secure
  • Use plugins only on authorized websites
  • Maintain regular backups of your website
  • Keep WordPress and plugins updated
  • Use plugins in compliance with applicable laws
  • Not reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to derive source code
  • Not redistribute or resell our premium plugins

Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • Use plugins for illegal activities
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Transmit malware, viruses, or harmful code
  • Attempt to bypass license validation
  • Share license keys with unauthorized parties
  • Use plugins to create competing products
  • Overload our servers with excessive API requests

Intellectual Property

Ownership

All plugins, code, documentation, trademarks, and branding remain our exclusive property. Premium licenses grant usage rights only, not ownership.

Trademarks

“Support From Richard” and associated logos are our trademarks. You may not use them without written permission.

User Content

You retain ownership of content created using our plugins. We claim no rights to your directory listings, descriptions, images, or other content.

Warranties and Disclaimers

Limited Warranty

We warrant that premium plugins will substantially conform to their documentation. Our sole obligation under this warranty is to repair or replace defective plugins or refund your purchase price.

Disclaimer

PLUGINS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

  • Plugins will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • Plugins will meet your specific requirements
  • All bugs will be corrected
  • Plugins will be compatible with all themes, plugins, or configurations

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

We shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Website downtime or data loss
  • Damages exceeding the amount paid for the license in the 12 months preceding the claim

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for consequential damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of our plugins
  • Violation of these Terms
  • Infringement of any third-party rights
  • Your website content or activities

Term and Termination

License Term

  • Free plugins: Perpetual under GPL license
  • Premium annual licenses: One year from purchase, renewable
  • Premium lifetime licenses: Perpetual usage, updates for life of product

Termination

We may terminate your license if you:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Use the plugin on unauthorized websites
  • Engage in fraudulent activity
  • Fail to pay renewal fees (for subscriptions)

Upon termination:

  • Your license key will be deactivated
  • Premium features will cease to function
  • No refund will be provided (except as required by law)
  • You must cease using premium features

You may terminate by:

  • Cancelling your subscription (takes effect at period end)
  • Requesting refund within 30-day period
  • Ceasing to use the plugin

Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference into these Terms. Please review it at https://supportfromrichard.co.uk/privacy

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective:

  • Immediately for new users
  • 30 days after notification for existing users

Notification will be provided via:

  • Email to registered users
  • Notice on our website
  • Plugin admin notifications

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. If you do not agree to changes, you may request a pro-rata refund within 14 days.

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction

You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Informal Resolution

Before filing any legal claim, you agree to contact us at [email protected] to attempt informal resolution.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect, and an enforceable term will be substituted that reflects our intent as closely as possible.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any specific license agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Support From Richard regarding our plugins and services.

Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or internet/infrastructure failures.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your license or these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

Contact Information

Richard Jemmett trading as Support From Richard

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://supportfromrichard.co.uk

Acknowledgment

By using our plugins and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.