These Terms of Service were last updated on 8 February 2025.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Definitions.

For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:

1. “Founders Doc”, “we,” “our,” or “us” refers to Founders Doc Pte. Ltd., a private limited company incorporated in Singapore, which operates and manages FD Lite, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates as established from time to time;
2. “Legal Document(s)” refers to any legal template, agreement, or contract provided by FD Lite through its Platforms;
3. “Platforms” refers to FD Lite’s digital services, including its website (https://fdlite.sg/), web-based applications, and any other related online services;
4. “Services” refers to the provision and licensing of legal document templates, questionnaires, and any related automated solutions provided via FD Lite’s Platforms; or
5. “user” or “you” refers to any individual, person, company, or entity accessing or using our Platforms and Services.

1.2 Scope of Application.

These terms, together with our privacy policy, community guidelines, and all other policies or notices posted by us from time to time (the “Terms”), govern your access to and use of our Platforms and Services.

FD Lite is a digital legal document platform operated by Founders Doc Pte. Ltd. It is not a separate legal entity, and all legal obligations under these Terms are undertaken by Founders Doc.

1.3 Acceptance of Terms.

By accessing or using our Platforms or Services, you acknowledge and agree that:

1. you are at least eighteen (18) years old;
2. you will not copy or modify the Platforms, Services, or any part of them;
3. you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms;
4. we may modify these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. The latest version will always be available on our website. It is your responsibility to review them periodically. Continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms;
5. you will comply with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and court orders;
6. if you are using our Platforms or Services on behalf of another person or entity, you confirm that you are authorised to agree to these Terms on their behalf and that they will be bound by them; and
7. your use of the Platforms and Services is subject to any additional terms applicable to specific Services or any separate written agreement with Founders Doc.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Platforms or Services. By accessing and/or using our Platforms or Services, you expressly accept these Terms in full.

2. FD LITE PLATFORM & SERVICES

2.1 Nature of our Services.
Founders Doc (trading as FD Lite) provides customised legal templates for startups and small to medium enterprises incorporated and operating in Singapore. These templates are generated based on information collected through a structured online questionnaire (the “Questionnaires“) completed by you. However, they are general in nature and do not constitute legal advice. Users are responsible for reviewing and modifying the documents and should seek independent legal advice before relying on them.

2.2 Direct-to-User Service.
Founders Doc (trading as FD Lite) operates as a direct-to-user service and does not facilitate direct communication with legal professionals. Any inquiries for additional legal support may be redirected to other service lines offered by Founders Doc or our law firm affiliates.

2.3 No Reliance.
Our Platforms and Services provide general information and automated legal templates, which are not a substitute for professional legal advice. Founders Doc (trading as FD Lite) does not provide legal advice, guarantees, or representations regarding the suitability, enforceability, or legal validity of any Legal Document(s). You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Your use of our Platforms, Services, and Legal Document(s) is entirely at your own risk.

2.4 Our Status as a Legal-Tech Platform.
We are not a law firm, but our Platforms and Services are operated by legal professionals and support personnel. If you require legal representation, we may, at our discretion, refer you to suitable or our affiliated law firms.

2.5 No Solicitor-Client Relationship or Legal Professional Privilege.
Your use of our Platforms, Services, and Legal Document(s) does not create a solicitor-client relationship between you and Founders Doc. Any communications sent to us will not be subject to legal professional privilege.

2.6 No Guarantee of Results.
Our Platforms may reference past case studies with successful outcomes. These results depended on specific circumstances and are not predictive of future outcomes, even in similar cases. Such references do not imply our representation of, or endorsement by, any clients mentioned.

2.7 Third-Party Platforms.
Our Platforms may include links to third-party platforms such as social media, online forms, and file-sharing sites. Your use of these third-party platforms will be subject to their respective terms of use and privacy policies.

We do not endorse, warrant, or assume liability for third-party platforms. Your use of such services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.

2.8 Service Availability & Disruptions
We do not guarantee that our Platforms and Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from bugs. Access may be temporarily restricted due to maintenance, software updates, technical issues, or other factors beyond our control. You acknowledge that such disruptions may occur and agree that we are not liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from any service interruptions, errors, or software updates. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability relating to the availability, performance, and functionality of our Platforms and Services.

2.9 Beta Testing.
Where applicable, you acknowledge that beta versions of our Services may not perform to the specifications of the final product. Beta versions may contain errors, require updates, or be substantially modified before general release. We make no guarantees regarding the stability, accuracy, or performance of beta versions.

2.10 Complaints.
To lodge a complaint about our Platforms and/or our Services, please contact us at [email protected].

3. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Your Responsibilities.

You acknowledge and agree that you are responsible for:

1. providing true, complete, and accurate information in all dealings with us, including information submitted through our Platforms;
2. cooperating with us in all matters related to the use of our Platforms and Services, including compliance with any community guidelines issued from time to time; and
3. ensuring that your use of our Platforms and Services complies with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

3.2 No Guarantee of Suitability.

You are solely responsible for determining whether any Legal Document(s) purchased from Founders Doc (trading as FD Lite) meet your legal, business, or compliance requirements. We make no representations or warranties that our Services are suitable for your specific jurisdiction or business needs. Any modifications made to the Legal Documents are at your own risk, and we strongly recommend seeking independent legal advice before using modified Legal Documents.

3.3 Reliance on Information Provided.

We are not obligated to pre-screen, verify, or fact-check the information you submit through our Questionnaires. If you provide conflicting information, we reserve the right to exercise discretion in resolving inconsistencies without further consultation.

3.4 Prohibited Uses.

You shall not, through our Platforms or Services, directly or indirectly:

1. infringe intellectual property rights, including copying, modifying, or distributing any content from the Services without authorisation;
2. violate any applicable laws, including engaging in unlawful, fraudulent, misleading, harmful, obscene, or otherwise objectionable activities;
3. misrepresent or misinform others about the origin, ownership, or nature of the Services or content;
4. engage in unauthorised advertising or solicitation, including spam, phishing, or any form of promotional messaging;
5. harass, intimidate, or harm others, including any form of bullying or humiliation;
6. transmit harmful software such as viruses, trojans, worms, spyware, or any other code designed to damage, interfere with, or disrupt systems;
7. access the Platforms using non-standard methods, including scraping, data mining, bots, spiders, automation tools, or any other unauthorised data extraction techniques;
8. introduce malicious software or knowingly attempt to exploit security vulnerabilities in our Platforms and/or our Services;
9. interfere with the Services, including imposing an unreasonable load on our infrastructure or attempting to bypass security features;
10. probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our Platforms or any connected network, or attempt to breach security or authentication measures;
11. gain unauthorised access to our servers, databases, or any infrastructure connected to our Platforms and/or Services;
12. launch cyberattacks, including denial-of-service (DoS) or distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks;
13. reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of our Platforms and/or Services;
14. impersonate any person or entity, including Founders Doc’s employees or representatives; and/or
15. transmit defamatory, false, or misleading materials.

3.5 Document Access & Retrieval Fee.
Legal Document(s) may be delivered electronically or via a digital link which remains accessible for the period specified in the delivery email, as determined by Founders Doc at its sole discretion.

After this period, the access link may expire, and retrieval of the document through our Platform will no longer be available. If you wish to retrieve a document after access has expired, you may submit a request to [email protected]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and Founders Doc reserves the right to:

1. grant or deny the request;
2. charge an administrative fee for document retrieval; and
3. determine the new access period at our sole discretion.

Decisions will be made at our sole discretion, subject to reasonable administrative review.

3.6 Zero Tolerance Policy.

Founders Doc maintains a zero-tolerance policy for harassment of our officers, members, or employees. We reserve the right to take appropriate action, including restricting access to our Services, suspending accounts, or pursuing legal remedies if harassment occurs.

You acknowledge and agree that you shall not, through our Services, directly or indirectly engage in harassment, including but not limited to:

1. bullying, intimidation, or offensive remarks;
2. discrimination against any individual or group based on a legally protected characteristic;
3. verbal harassment, including slurs, epithets, or offensive comments regarding a person’s race, national origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, marital status, or any other protected status;
4. non-verbal harassment, including sharing or displaying written or graphic materials that ridicule, insult, or denigrate an individual or group based on any protected status; and/or
5. any other behaviour that Founders Doc reasonably determines to be harassment or inappropriate.

3.7 Your Default.

If your failure to comply with these Terms prevents or delays our ability to provide the Services:

1. we may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at our sole discretion, without prior notice, until you remedy the breach; and/or
2. we shall not be liable for any costs, losses, or damages you incur as a result of our suspension, termination, or delay in providing the Services.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

4.1 Content.

All content on our Platforms and Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, user interfaces, photographs, trade marks, sounds, music, computer code, software programs, artwork, animations, diagrams, documents, and other materials (“Content”), is owned, controlled, or licensed by us and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws, including copyright, patent, trade mark, and unfair competition laws.

4.2 IP Rights.

a. Ownership

All rights, title, and interest in and to the intellectual property in our Platforms and Services, including copyrights, trade marks, patents, and trade secrets, are owned and retained by us. You do not acquire any rights in the Platforms, Services, or Content except as expressly set out in these Terms.

b. Limited Licence

We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable, limited licence to access and use the Platforms and Services solely for your personal or internal business purposes. This licence does not include the right to copy, modify, distribute, resell, or create derivative works from any Content, Legal Document(s), or other materials provided through our Platforms and Services.

c. Feedback

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or recommendations regarding our Platforms or Services, we may use and incorporate your feedback without compensation to you.

4.3 Proprietary Rights.

We retain ownership of all proprietary rights in our Platforms and Services, including all Content, their “look and feel,” and any materials published on our Platforms.

4.4 Restrictions on Use

Unless expressly permitted in writing, you shall not:

1. copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, publicly display, encode, translate, transmit, distribute, or otherwise make available any Content from our Platforms or Services;
2. modify the digital or printed copies of any materials (except for filling in our template documents as intended);
3. use any illustrations, photographs, video, or audio sequences separately from accompanying text; or
4. remove or alter any copyright, trade mark, or proprietary notices.
   Our status as the authors of Content on our Platforms and Services must always be acknowledged.

4.5 Restrictions on Legal Document(s) Usage.

You agree that any Legal Document(s) downloaded or purchased through our Platforms or Services shall be used only for your personal or internal business purposes and you shall not, and shall ensure that your representatives, employees, and counterparties do not:

1. transfer, share, or make the Legal Document(s) available to any third party, whether for free or for payment;
2. allow multiple companies, startups, or individuals to use a single purchased Legal Document;
3. resell, sublicense, or otherwise commercialise the Legal Document(s);
4. modify, adapt, or create derivative works from the Legal Document(s) for redistribution or resale; or
5. use the Legal Document(s) as part of a service where you draft, review or provide legal document(s) to others.

If we determine that you have shared, resold, or otherwise distributed the Legal Document(s) in violation of this provision, we may, at our sole discretion: (i) invoice you for additional fees at the full purchase price for each unauthorised use; (ii) pursue legal action, including seeking injunctive relief and damages; and/or (iii) refuse further service, including barring you from accessing our Platforms or purchasing additional Legal Document(s).

4.6 Trademark and Domain Name.

Subject to Section 4.4 (d), Founders Doc does not grant you any rights to its trade marks, logos, or branding. You may link to any publicly available page on our Platforms, but we may require you to remove any such link at our sole discretion.

4.7 Third-Party Intellectual Property.

Our Platforms and Services may include content, trade marks, or intellectual property owned by third parties. Unless expressly stated, your use of our Platforms and Services does not grant you any rights to such third-party intellectual property. Any use of third-party materials may be subject to separate terms imposed by the respective owner.

4.8 Reservation of Rights.

We reserve all rights not expressly granted to you under these Terms. No part of these Terms shall be interpreted as granting you any licence or right to use any of our intellectual property except as explicitly stated. Any unauthorised use may result in legal action.

4.9 Protection Against Unauthorised Use

You acknowledge that any unauthorised use of our intellectual property, including our trade marks, copyrights, or proprietary materials, may cause us irreparable harm. In addition to any other remedies available at law, we may seek immediate injunctive relief to prevent unauthorised use without the need to prove actual damages.

In particular, you shall not use any automated tools, artificial intelligence, machine learning models, or similar technologies to scrape, copy, modify, or generate derivative works from our Platforms, Services, or Legal Document(s) without our express written consent.

4.10 Survival of IP Rights

The provisions set out in this Section shall survive the termination or expiration of these Terms. Termination of your access to our Platforms or Services does not affect our ownership of any intellectual property rights. Any failure or delay by us in enforcing our intellectual property rights shall not be deemed a waiver of such rights.

5. SCOPE OF LIABILITY

5.1 No Liability.

Our Platforms, Services, and Legal Document(s) are provided on an ‘as is’ and ‘as available’ basis, without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all express and implied warranties, including but not limited to:

1. the accuracy, completeness, reliability, legality, or suitability of any content or Legal Document(s);
2. uninterrupted, error-free, or secure access to the Platforms and Services;
3. the absence of errors, viruses, or security vulnerabilities; and
4. the legal validity or enforceability of any Legal Document(s) before a court, regulatory body, or authority.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or cost arising from:

(i) reliance on any content or Legal Document(s);

(ii) unavailability, slow performance, or interruptions of the Services;

(iii) errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in any information provided;

(iv) business interruption, data loss, viruses, or cyber threats; or

(v) third-party websites linked to our Platforms. Any links do not imply endorsement or responsibility for third-party content or services.

5.2 Limitation of Liability.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

1. any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages;
2. any loss of revenue, profits, business opportunities, goodwill, data, agreements, or anticipated savings;
3. any claims or liabilities arising from your use or inability to use our Platforms, Services, or Legal Document(s); or
4. any loss or damage resulting from cyber threats, unauthorised access, or service interruptions.

In any event, our total liability, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific Service or Legal Document(s) giving rise to the claim.

5.3 Modifications to Legal Document(s).

If you modify any Legal Document(s), you are solely responsible for the accuracy, enforceability, and legal implications of such modifications. Founders Doc (trading as FD Lite) does not review, verify, or check the legal validity of any changes you make to our templates. Modified templates should not be used as a substitute for qualified legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice.

5.4 Updates to Templates & Questionnaires.

We may, at our sole discretion, modify, update, or replace any part of our Services, including changes to the legal language, structure, or formatting of Legal Document(s) and Questionnaires. Such modifications may occur without prior notice, and you acknowledge that you have no claim, refund entitlement, or recourse against Founders Doc for such updates. If you require an updated version of a Legal Document, a separate purchase is required.

5.5 Our Support.

Our Services are designed to function without direct interaction between you and us. However, we may communicate with you via email, WhatsApp, Slack, or other means to provide service support. Any assistance provided does not constitute legal advice from Founders Doc (trading as FD Lite).

Any timelines, deadlines, or estimated delivery dates provided in connection with our Services are for reference only and are not legally binding. We shall not be liable for any failure to meet estimated dates or deadlines.

5.6 Scope of Disclaimers.

The disclaimers in these Terms apply to any damages, liability, or injuries caused by:

1. any failure of performance, error, omission, or interruption;
2. any deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission, or communication line failure;
3. any unauthorised access, security breach, hacking, malware, or other malicious cyber activity;
4. any theft, destruction, unauthorised access, or alteration of data; or
5. any use of the Services, including claims arising from breach of contract, tort (including negligence), or statutory liability.

5.7 Indemnification.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless FD Lite, Founders Doc, and their respective officers, employees, affiliates, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

1. your breach of these Terms;
2. your use or misuse of the Platforms, Services, or Legal Document(s);
3. any modifications you make to Legal Document(s); or
4. any claims by third parties arising from your use of the Platforms, Services, or Legal Document(s).

This indemnity is subject to the limitations set out in Section 5.2 (Limitation of Liability).

5.8 Exclusion of Implied Terms.

These Terms apply to the exclusion of any other terms you seek to impose or incorporate, whether implied by law, trade custom, practice, or prior course of dealing.

5.9 Force Majeure.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, pandemics, cyber incidents (including hacking, data breaches, or denial-of-service attacks), telecommunications failures, or power outages.

If a force majeure event occurs, we will make reasonable efforts to mitigate its impact on the availability of our Platforms and Services.

5.10 Singapore Only.

Our Services are directed exclusively at users residing in Singapore. We make no representation or warranty that our Services are appropriate, compliant, or available in other jurisdictions. If you access our Services from outside Singapore, you are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws, and you warrant that you are duly registered for, and will account under reverse charge for, any value-added tax, goods and services tax, or other sales tax that may be applicable to the supply of Services.

6. HANDLING OF PAYMENTS

6.1 Fees & Charges.
The fee for each Legal Document will be automatically charged to the payment details provided in the Questionnaire upon order placement.

6.2 Third-Party Payment Processing.
To the extent permitted by law and subject to our Privacy Policy, we may use third-party payment processors to handle transactions. These platforms operate under their own terms and policies, which will govern your transaction with them. We are not responsible for any issues arising from their use.

6.3 Payment Authorisation & Responsibility.
By providing your payment details (debit card, credit card, or bank account information), you represent and warrant that:

1. you are legally authorised to use the provided payment method;
2. you are legally authorised to approve transactions related to that payment method; and
3. your use of the payment method does not violate applicable terms or laws.

Any breach of this Section shall be considered material, and you will be liable for any resulting damages, fees, or costs (including reasonable legal fees).

6.4 Price Changes.

Founders Doc reserves the right to change the pricing of Services at any time. Updated pricing will be reflected on our Platforms and will apply to future purchases.

6.5 Optional Paid Add-Ons.

We may offer additional services or customisations for an additional fee (the “Additional Services”). These services are separate from standard FD Lite Services and may be subject to additional terms and conditions.

6.6 Non-Refundable Policy.

Due to the digital nature of our Services, all payments are final, non-cancellable, and non-refundable. No refunds, exchanges, or cancellations will be permitted once an order for a Legal Document has been placed.

If you experience any technical issues accessing a purchased Legal Document, you may contact [email protected], and we will make reasonable efforts to assist.

6.7 Payment Failures & Disputes Transactions.

1. If your payment fails or is declined, we are not obligated to process your order or provide access to any Legal Document(s) until full payment is successfully received.
2. If we detect or suspect fraudulent, unauthorised, or disputed transactions, we may suspend or cancel your access to the Services without liability, and you may be required to provide additional verification.
3. If you initiate a chargeback or dispute through your bank or payment provider without valid grounds, we may: (i) invoice you for the outstanding amount; (ii) impose an administrative fee to cover processing costs; and/or (iii) revoke access to our Services until the dispute is resolved.

6.8 Taxes & Additional Charges.

All fees listed for our Services exclude applicable taxes, duties, or transaction fees, unless explicitly stated otherwise. You are responsible for all taxes, banking fees, or foreign currency conversion fees associated with your purchase.

7. TERMINATION & SUSPENSION

Without prejudice to any other rights or remedies available to us, Founders Doc may, at its sole discretion, suspend or terminate your access to the Services (in whole or in part), without prior notice, if:

1. you breach these Terms or any applicable law;
2. we detect or suspect fraudulent, unauthorised, or prohibited activity related to your use of the Services; or
3. your actions create a security risk or disrupt the functionality of our Platforms or Services.

Upon suspension or termination, you must immediately cease using the Services and must not attempt to gain further access.

8. MISCELLANEOUS

8.1 Data Collection & Privacy.

We collect and process personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 of Singapore. We may share limited user information with third-party service providers for payment processing and service improvements. However, we do not sell personal data to third parties.

By using our Platforms and/or Services, you consent to the collection and processing of information you provide, including responses to Questionnaires and payment details. This data is used to generate Legal Document(s), process transactions, and improve our Services. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

For details, refer to our Privacy Policy.

8.2 No Third-Party Reliance.

Our Services, including any Legal Document(s), are provided solely for your use. No third party shall have any rights to rely on or enforce any aspect of these Terms. We disclaim all liability to third parties who may rely on the Legal Document(s) or any information from our Services without our explicit written consent.

8.3 Entire Agreement.

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Founders Doc, superseding all prior discussions, agreements, representations, and warranties relating to their subject matter. You confirm that you have not relied on any representation or warranty not expressly stated in these Terms.

For the avoidance of doubt, our obligations regarding our Services are governed solely by these Terms and any separate agreements entered into with you.

8.4 Remedies.

Any violation of these Terms by you constitutes an unlawful and unfair business practice and may cause irreparable harm to us, for which monetary damages may be inadequate. You agree that we are entitled to seek injunctive or equitable relief in such circumstances, in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity.

8.5 No Waiver.

Failure or delay by Founders Doc in enforcing any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of that provision or any other rights under these Terms. Any waiver must be explicit and in writing.

8.6 Partial Invalidity.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be illegal, invalid, or unenforceable under the laws of any jurisdiction, the legality, validity, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected.

8.7 Governing Law.

These Terms, including any non-contractual disputes or claims, are governed by the laws of Singapore.

8.8 Dispute Resolution.

We agree to attempt to resolve disputes amicably. If a dispute cannot be resolved within two (2) months of active discussions, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Singapore.

For any questions, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://fdlite.sg