Arvochem

Terms of Service

Terms of Service for Arvochem software and arvochem.com.

Effective Date: March 28, 2026 Last Updated: March 28, 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Arvochem desktop application ("Software") and the arvochem.com website ("Site"), both operated by Arvochem LLC ("Arvochem," "we," "us," or "our"), a Tennessee limited liability company.

By accessing the Site, creating an account, or installing the Software, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use our services.

1. Definitions

  • "Software" means the Arvochem desktop application, including all modules (Optimization, Kinetics, Scale-Up, Cost Estimator) and updates.
  • "Subscription" means a paid plan granting access to one or more Software modules.
  • "User," "you," "your" means the individual or entity using the Software or Site.
  • "Content" means data, files, parameters, and results you create or import using the Software.

2. Account Registration

You must create an account to purchase a Subscription or access members-only areas of the Site. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current information
  • Keep your login credentials confidential
  • Notify us immediately of unauthorized use of your account
  • Accept responsibility for all activity under your account

3. Subscriptions and Payment

3.1 Plans and Pricing

Subscription plans, pricing, and included modules are listed on our Pricing page. Prices may change with 30 days' notice to existing subscribers.

3.2 Billing

Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually through Stripe. By subscribing, you authorize recurring charges to your payment method.

3.3 Cancellation

You may cancel your Subscription at any time from your account dashboard. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. No partial refunds are provided for unused time within a billing period.

3.4 Free Modules

The Cost Estimator module is provided free of charge and does not require a Subscription. Arvochem reserves the right to change which modules are included in free and paid tiers.

4. License Grant

4.1 Software License

Subject to these Terms and payment of applicable fees, Arvochem grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to install and use the Software on computers you own or control, solely for your internal business or academic purposes.

4.2 Restrictions

You may not:

  • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software
  • Redistribute, sublicense, rent, lease, or lend the Software to third parties
  • Remove or alter any proprietary notices, labels, or branding
  • Use the Software to build a competing product
  • Share your account credentials or Subscription with unauthorized users

4.3 Academic Licenses

Academic-priced Subscriptions are restricted to use by students, faculty, and staff at accredited educational institutions for non-commercial research and teaching. Commercial use under an academic license is a violation of these Terms.

5. Your Data

5.1 Ownership

You retain all rights to your Content. Arvochem does not claim ownership of any data you create, import, or export using the Software.

5.2 Data Privacy

The Software runs locally on your computer. Your experimental data, reaction parameters, and results are stored on your machine and are never transmitted to Arvochem servers. The only data transmitted to our servers is:

  • Account authentication (login credentials)
  • License validation (subscription status check)
  • Waitlist and contact form submissions

See our Privacy Policy for full details.

5.3 No Data Recovery

Because your data is stored locally, Arvochem cannot recover lost data. You are responsible for backing up your project files.

6. Intellectual Property

The Software, Site, documentation, and all associated intellectual property are owned by Arvochem LLC. These Terms do not transfer any Arvochem intellectual property to you.

Your use of the Software to develop chemical processes, reactions, or formulations does not grant Arvochem any rights to your inventions, discoveries, or intellectual property.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SOFTWARE AND SITE ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

Arvochem does not warrant that:

  • The Software will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • Results obtained from the Software will be accurate or reliable
  • The Software will meet your specific requirements

Chemical process safety notice: The Software provides computational estimates and models. It is not a substitute for professional engineering judgment, laboratory safety protocols, or regulatory compliance. You are solely responsible for validating results and ensuring safe operation of any process designed using the Software.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ARVOCHEM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR SITE.

ARVOCHEM'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING UNDER THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO ARVOCHEM IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Arvochem, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, or damages (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Software, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

10. Termination

10.1 By You

You may stop using the Software and cancel your Subscription at any time.

10.2 By Arvochem

We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms, fail to pay Subscription fees, or if we discontinue the Software. We will provide reasonable notice when possible.

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your license to use paid modules ends. Your locally stored data remains on your machine. Free modules (Cost Estimator) remain accessible.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a notice on the Site. Continued use of the Software after changes take effect constitutes acceptance.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Tennessee.

13. Contact

For questions about these Terms:

Arvochem LLC Email: contact@arvochem.com Web: arvochem.com/contact