User Responsibilities Agreement
This User Responsibilities Agreement (“Agreement”) outlines the obligations and responsibilities of all users of the FingerprintVS system and associated fingerprint verification software, hardware, and services (“System”). By using the System, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. Encryption Responsibility
- Users are solely responsible for setting up and managing encryption on their devices, including external flash drives or storage devices.
- It is recommended that users utilize trusted encryption tools such as VeraCrypt or BitLocker to secure all biometric data.
2. Data Security Obligations
- Users must take full responsibility for securing their encryption keys. If an encryption key is lost or forgotten, access to the data or system may be permanently lost.
- Users are required to follow best practices for password and encryption key storage, such as using password managers and secure storage methods.
3. Data Backup Requirements
- Users are expected to create backups of their encrypted fingerprint data and system configurations prior to activation or major software updates.
- The company will not be held responsible for data loss resulting from the absence of proper backups.
4. Lawful Use Only
- Users agree to use the System exclusively for lawful and ethical purposes.
- The System may not be used to store, transmit, or process unauthorized fingerprint data or to impersonate any individual or entity.
5. Local Compliance
- Users are responsible for complying with all local, state, national, and international laws and regulations applicable to the handling of biometric and personal data.
- This includes, but is not limited to, laws such as the GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection and biometric privacy statutes.
6. No Technical Support for Encryption Issues
- The company provides technical support only for issues related to the core functionality of the software.
- Users must consult third-party documentation or services for help with encryption tools like VeraCrypt or BitLocker.
7. Assumption of Risk
- By using the System, users acknowledge that they understand the risks associated with managing biometric and encrypted data and accept full responsibility for any consequences resulting from improper use.
8. Agreement to Terms
- Continued use of the System indicates acceptance of this Agreement in its entirety. If you do not agree with any portion of this document, you must immediately discontinue use of the System.
This Agreement is binding and enforceable under the governing law specified in your Terms and Conditions document.