Terms of Service
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to QistasChain. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the QistasChain platform, including any associated mobile applications, blockchain services, smart contracts, and other related services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. Definitions
"Smart Contract" refers to self-executing contracts with the terms directly written into code that exists across a distributed, decentralized blockchain network.
"Blockchain" refers to a distributed ledger technology that records transactions across multiple computers.
"Shariah-Compliant" refers to adherence to Islamic principles in financial and business transactions, including the prohibition of interest (riba), excessive uncertainty (gharar), and gambling-like speculation (maysir).
3. Eligibility
To use our Services, you must be at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.
4. Islamic Finance Principles
QistasChain is designed to operate in accordance with Islamic finance principles. All transactions conducted through our platform are intended to be Shariah-compliant. However, users are responsible for ensuring that their specific use of our Services complies with their own religious and legal obligations.
5. Smart Contracts and Blockchain Transactions
5.1 Smart Contract Execution: Our Services facilitate the creation and execution of Shariah-compliant smart contracts. Once deployed, smart contracts operate autonomously according to their code.
5.2 Transaction Finality: Blockchain transactions are generally irreversible. You acknowledge that QistasChain cannot reverse, cancel, or modify blockchain transactions once they are confirmed on the blockchain.
5.3 Gas Fees: Blockchain transactions may require payment of transaction fees ("gas fees") to the underlying blockchain network. You are responsible for all gas fees associated with your transactions.
6. User Accounts
6.1 Account Creation: To access certain features of our Services, you may need to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process.
6.2 Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
6.3 Wallet Integration: Our Services may require integration with blockchain wallets. You are responsible for the security of your wallet and private keys.
7. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use our Services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
- Use our Services to engage in transactions involving prohibited goods or services under Islamic law
- Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of our Services
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our Services or related systems
- Use our Services to engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices
- Use our Services to launder money or finance terrorism
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 Our Intellectual Property: The Services, including all content, features, and functionality, are owned by QistasChain and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use our Services for their intended purposes.
9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
9.1 Service Provided "As Is": Our Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
9.2 Blockchain Risks: You acknowledge the inherent risks associated with blockchain technology, including but not limited to, changes in protocols, technical vulnerabilities, and regulatory uncertainty.
9.3 Shariah Compliance: While we strive to ensure our platform operates in accordance with Islamic principles, we do not guarantee that all aspects of our Services or user activities will be deemed Shariah-compliant by all scholars or interpretations.
10. Dispute Resolution
10.1 Islamic Arbitration: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Services shall first be attempted to be resolved through Islamic arbitration in accordance with the principles of Islamic law.
10.2 Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], to the extent they do not conflict with Islamic principles.
11. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at legal@qistaschain.com.