Terms of Service
Last updated: 2026-04-07
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using GovSignal ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to any part of these Terms, you may not use the Service. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and GovSignal regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, whether written or oral.
2. Description of Service
GovSignal is a web-based platform that provides governmental and regulatory intelligence, analysis, and tracking services. The Service aggregates publicly available government data, regulatory filings, policy announcements, and related information to assist users in monitoring regulatory developments and governmental activities. GovSignal offers tiered subscription plans—Scout, Analyst, and Enterprise—each providing varying levels of access to intelligence reports, monitoring tools, historical data, and analytical resources.
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account and provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and password. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify GovSignal immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
3.2 Account Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years of age to use the Service. By using GovSignal, you represent and warrant that you have the legal authority to enter into this agreement and that you are not prohibited by law from using the Service.
3.3 Account Termination
GovSignal reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Service immediately ceases. You remain liable for all charges incurred prior to termination.
4. Payment Terms
4.1 Subscription Plans
GovSignal offers the following subscription tiers:
- Scout Plan: $19 per month – Includes basic government tracking, essential intelligence alerts, and standard report access.
- Analyst Plan: $39 per month – Includes advanced analytics, priority alerts, extended historical data, and enhanced reporting capabilities.
- Enterprise Plan: $99 per month – Includes comprehensive features, dedicated support, API access, custom alerts, and unlimited report exports.
4.2 Billing Cycle
All subscription plans are billed on a monthly recurring basis. Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle unless you cancel beforehand. You authorize GovSignal to charge your payment method on file for all recurring subscription fees.
4.3 Payment Method
You agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize GovSignal to charge your payment method for all fees and charges incurred. If payment fails, we will attempt to recharge your account. If payment continues to fail, your access to the Service may be suspended or terminated.
4.4 Price Changes
GovSignal reserves the right to modify subscription pricing at any time. We will provide you with at least 30 days' notice of any price increase before it becomes effective. If you do not agree to a price increase, you may cancel your subscription within the 30-day notice period without penalty.
4.5 Cancellation
You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting support@govsignal.co. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle. No refund or credit will be issued for the current billing period, and you will retain access to the Service through the end of that period. After cancellation, you will not be charged for future billing cycles.
4.6 Refund Policy
GovSignal operates on a no-refund policy for paid subscription fees, except as required by law. You will not receive refunds or credits for partial months of service, unused features, or downgrades. In cases where GovSignal terminates your account due to your violation of these Terms, you will not receive a refund of any prepaid fees. If you believe you are entitled to an exception, contact support@govsignal.co within 14 days of the charge for consideration.
4.7 Taxes
You are responsible for all applicable taxes related to your use of the Service. GovSignal will collect and remit sales tax where required by law. Your invoice will reflect any applicable taxes.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
5.1 GovSignal Intellectual Property
All content, features, functionality, design, graphics, text, data, and materials on GovSignal, including but not limited to reports, analysis, alerts, algorithms, and underlying infrastructure, are the exclusive property of GovSignal or its licensors and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You retain no ownership or intellectual property rights to any of this material.
5.2 Limited License
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, GovSignal grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for your internal business purposes only. This license does not permit you to modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, or create derivative works of any Service content without GovSignal's prior written consent.
5.3 Third-Party Content
The Service may contain links to or incorporate publicly available government data, regulatory filings, and other third-party content. GovSignal does not own or control this third-party content. Use of such content is subject to the intellectual property rights and terms of service of the original source.
5.4 Restrictions on Use
You agree not to:
- Reproduce, republish, distribute, or transmit any Service content without GovSignal's written permission.
- Use the Service or its content for commercial purposes other than your own internal business use.
- Create derivative works based on the Service or its content.
- Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or discover the underlying code, algorithms, or methodologies of GovSignal.
- Use automated tools, scrapers, bots, or other mechanisms to extract data from the Service.
- Sublicense, lease, lend, or otherwise transfer your license to the Service to any third party.
6. Limitation of Liability
6.1 Disclaimer of Damages
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL GOVSIGNAL, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, EVEN IF GOVSIGNAL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
6.2 Cap on Liability
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 6.4, THE MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF GOVSIGNAL TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF FEES YOU PAID TO GOVSIGNAL IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM. IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID ANY FEES, YOUR SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE TERMINATION OF YOUR ACCOUNT.
6.3 Exclusions
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. If applicable law prohibits the full exclusion of liability as stated in Sections 6.1 and 6.2, GovSignal's liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
6.4 Exceptions to Limitations
The limitations of liability in Sections 6.1 and 6.2 do not apply to:
- Your indemnification obligations under Section 10 of these Terms.
- Either party's gross negligence, willful misconduct, or fraud.
- Breaches of confidentiality obligations.
- Intellectual property infringement claims.
- Liability that cannot be limited or excluded under applicable law.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
7.1 Service Provided As-Is
GOVSIGNAL PROVIDES THE SERVICE ON AN "AS-IS" AND "AS-AVAILABLE" BASIS. GOVSIGNAL DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, AND STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND TITLE. GOVSIGNAL DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE FROM VIRUSES OR MALICIOUS CODE.
7.2 Data Accuracy and Completeness
While GovSignal strives to provide accurate and timely information, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any data, analysis, or reports provided through the Service. Government data, regulatory filings, and policy information are sourced from public records and are subject to change. GovSignal is not responsible for errors, omissions, or delays in the data or analysis provided.
7.3 No Professional Advice
GovSignal explicitly disclaims that the Service provides legal, financial, regulatory, investment, tax, or other professional advice. The Service is provided for informational and monitoring purposes only. Information and analysis on GovSignal should not be construed as professional recommendations or counsel. You should not rely on the Service as a substitute for consultation with qualified legal, financial, compliance, or other professional advisors specific to your situation.
7.4 Entertainment and Informational Use
The Service is intended for informational and entertainment purposes, as well as monitoring governmental and regulatory activity. The Service is not intended to provide authoritative or definitive guidance on regulatory compliance, legal matters, or government policy. You acknowledge that government policy and regulatory landscapes are subject to rapid change, and information on GovSignal may become outdated.
8. User Responsibilities and Conduct
8.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the Service. Prohibited behavior includes:
- Harassing, threatening, defaming, or abusing any person.
- Transmitting obscene, vulgar, or offensive content.
- Disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within the Service.
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems.
- Using the Service to distribute malware, viruses, or other harmful code.
- Engaging in any illegal activity or activity that violates any applicable law or regulation.
8.2 Monitoring and Enforcement
GovSignal reserves the right to monitor your use of the Service and to take any action it deems necessary to enforce these Terms, including immediate termination of your account and legal action.
9. Confidentiality
9.1 Confidential Information
You may disclose confidential information to GovSignal in the course of using the Service. GovSignal agrees to maintain the confidentiality of such information and will not disclose it to third parties without your consent, except as required by law or to protect GovSignal's rights.
9.2 Privacy
Your use of the Service is governed by GovSignal's Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand GovSignal's data collection, use, and disclosure practices.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GovSignal and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:
- Your use of the Service in violation of these Terms.
- Your violation of any applicable law or regulation.
- Your infringement or misappropriation of any intellectual property right of a third party.
- Your conduct or statements in connection with the Service.
- Any claims by third parties relating to your use of the Service.
11. Third-Party Links and Content
The Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. GovSignal does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for any third-party content, services, or sites. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms of service and privacy policies. GovSignal is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party content or services.
12. Availability and Service Interruptions
12.1 Service Availability
GovSignal strives to maintain continuous availability of the Service but does not guarantee uninterrupted service. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or unforeseen technical issues.
12.2 No Liability for Interruptions
GovSignal shall not be liable for any unavailability, downtime, interruptions, data loss, or service degradation that may occur. You acknowledge that temporary interruptions of service are inevitable and accept the risk of service unavailability.
13. Export Compliance
The Service and the underlying technology may be subject to export control laws and regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). You agree not to export, re-export, or transfer the Service to any prohibited countries or entities, or for any prohibited end-uses, without proper authorization from the U.S. government.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
14.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law principles. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply.
14.2 Dispute Resolution
Any legal action or proceeding relating to these Terms or your use of the Service shall be exclusively brought in the state or federal courts located in Delaware. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection based on inconvenient forum.
14.3 Binding Arbitration (Optional)
Notwithstanding Section 14.2, either party may elect binding arbitration for any dispute. If arbitration is elected, the dispute shall be resolved by a single neutral arbitrator under the American Arbitration Association (AAA) Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in Wilmington, Delaware. Each party shall bear its own costs unless the arbitrator determines otherwise.
15. Changes to Terms of Service
15.1 Right to Modify
GovSignal reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Modifications become effective immediately upon posting to the GovSignal website. Your continued use of the Service after posting of modified Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
15.2 Notice of Material Changes
For material changes to these Terms, GovSignal will provide you with at least 30 days' prior written notice via email or through the Service. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you may terminate your account by canceling your subscription.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if not possible, severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and GovSignal regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior negotiations, understandings, and agreements, whether written or oral.
18. Waiver
The failure of GovSignal to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by GovSignal to be effective.
19. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: support@govsignal.co
We will respond to your inquiry within 10 business days. For urgent matters, please include "URGENT" in the subject line of your email.