Terms of Service

Last updated: 15th January 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the website silentforgeium.top (the "Website") and the services provided by silentforgeium AG (the "Company", "we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.

Description of Service

silentforgeium provides academic research tool comparison services, including analysis, reviews, and recommendations for various research software, platforms, and tools. Our services are designed to help researchers, academics, and institutions make informed decisions about their research tool selection.

User Obligations

By using our services, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information when contacting us or using our services
  • Use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
  • Not attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or interfere with the operation of our Website
  • Not use our services to transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of silentforgeium and third parties
  • Not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without permission

Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and other materials, is the property of silentforgeium or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our express written permission. The silentforgeium name and logo are trademarks of silentforgeium AG.

Service Availability

We strive to maintain the availability of our Website and services, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without prior notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts or all of our services.

Accuracy of Information

Whilst we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about research tools and software, we cannot guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of all information presented. Tool features, pricing, and availability may change without notice. Users should verify information independently before making decisions based on our recommendations.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, silentforgeium AG shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of our Website or services. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless silentforgeium AG, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your use of our services or your violation of these Terms.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of our services, to understand our practices regarding the collection and use of your personal information.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Germany. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Cologne, Germany. If you are a consumer residing in the European Union, you may also have the right to bring proceedings in the courts of your country of residence.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without cause or notice. You may also terminate your use of our services at any time by ceasing to access our Website. Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately, but the provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on our Website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and silentforgeium AG regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

silentforgeium AG

Goethestraße 110, 50779 Cologne, Germany

Phone: +49 2215484698

Email: legal@silentforgeium.top

Registration Number: HRB369852