Terms & Conditions

Purpose and Acceptance

These Terms & Conditions govern access to and use of the MAPLE ARC website and any content made available through it. By using the website, you agree to these terms.

If you do not agree, do not use the website.

Website Content and Informational Nature

Content on the website is provided for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute:

• Financial advice
• Investment advice
• Tax advice
• Legal advice
• Audit, assurance, or accounting opinions

Professional advice requires a formal engagement and a clear scope.

No Client Relationship Created by Website Use

Viewing the website, sending an inquiry, or requesting a meeting does not create a client relationship. A client relationship is established only through a written agreement executed by MAPLE ARC and the client.

Confidentiality of Submissions

While MAPLE ARC treats discussions as confidential in practice, visitors should not submit highly sensitive information through unsecured channels.

Where a confidential discussion is agreed, MAPLE ARC may provide additional confidentiality terms appropriate to the context.

Intellectual Property

All website content, including text, graphics, logos, and materials, is owned by or licensed to MAPLE ARC and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish content without prior written consent.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the website in any manner that disrupts, damages, or impairs its functionality
• Attempt unauthorised access to systems or data
• Use the website to transmit malicious code
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation

Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to third-party sites for convenience. MAPLE ARC is not responsible for third-party content, security, or privacy practices.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• MAPLE ARC is not liable for losses arising from reliance on website content
• MAPLE ARC is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Use of the website is at your own risk

Professional Standards and Engagement Terms

Where MAPLE ARC provides services, the applicable engagement agreement will govern:

• Scope, deliverables, and timelines
• Fees and payment terms
• Confidentiality obligations
• Liability allocation and dispute processes

Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by applicable law as specified in the relevant engagement agreement or, for website use, by the law of the jurisdiction deemed most appropriate to the website operator's base of operations, subject to mandatory legal requirements.