1. Scope and Provider
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website rivadian.com and establish the general framework under which RIVADIAN ("Switzerland") offers cybersecurity advisory services.
By accessing the website, you agree to these Terms. A website inquiry does not automatically constitute a binding advisory engagement. A formal client relationship is only established upon the mutual written execution of an engagement agreement or proposal.
2. Website Content and Non-Reliance
All content provided on this website is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute tailored legal, IT, or cybersecurity advice. Cybersecurity risks are dynamic, and RIVADIAN makes no warranty that website content covers all potential threats or vulnerabilities. You should not act or refrain from acting solely on the basis of this website's content.
3. Cybersecurity Advisory Services
Where a written engagement is executed, RIVADIAN provides independent cybersecurity advisory services, which may include risk assessments, strategic planning, and security checks. Unless expressly documented in a written agreement, RIVADIAN does not provide emergency incident response, managed detection and response (MDR), or a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC). Do not use the website contact form to report active cyber incidents.
4. Authorization and Client Responsibilities
Submitting an inquiry does not authorize RIVADIAN to perform testing, scanning, or system access. For any agreed engagement, the client is strictly responsible for:
4.1. Obtaining all necessary legal authorizations and permissions from system owners prior to any assessment.
4.2. Operating its own systems and deciding which security controls to implement based on our recommendations.
5. Fees and Terminations
No fees apply to general website inquiries. All fees, deliverables, timelines, and termination conditions for advisory services will be strictly governed by the written engagement agreement accepted by both parties. Any scope alterations require written mutual consent.
6. Confidentiality and Intellectual Property
Information submitted through this website is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The website contact form is not a secure channel; please do not transmit passwords, sensitive network configurations, or confidential intellectual property through it. All website design, text, branding, and methodologies remain the exclusive intellectual property of RIVADIAN. Copying or commercial exploitation of website materials without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.
7. Third-Party Services
The website utilizes third-party infrastructure (e.g., hosting, DNS). RIVADIAN is not liable for the availability or content of external links or third-party services.
8. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the website lawfully. You may not attempt unauthorized access, interfere with the website's operation, deploy malicious code, or conduct automated vulnerability scanning against the website without prior written authorization.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, RIVADIAN disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from the use of this website or reliance on its general content. Nothing in these Terms shall limit or exclude liability for damages caused by unlawful intent or gross negligence, as mandated by the Swiss Code of Obligations (Art. 100 OR). Liability for formal advisory services will be exclusively governed by the specific engagement agreement.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to the use of the website or our services shall be governed exclusively by substantive Swiss law, excluding its conflict of law provisions. The exclusive place of jurisdiction for all disputes shall be Schwyz, Switzerland, subject to mandatory statutory places of jurisdiction.