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Terms of Service

Last updated: April 18, 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of Aureo, a desktop application for music production setup management ("the Software"), operated by Existential Software Company, LLC ("we", "our", or "us"). By downloading, installing, or using the Software, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Eligibility

By using the Software, you represent that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Software.

2. License Grant

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to download, install, and use the Software for personal or commercial use on up to three (3) devices you own or control.

3. Free Trial & Refunds

The Software includes a free trial period. During the trial you have access to all features. No payment is required until the trial ends.

Purchases are processed by LemonSqueezy. Refund requests within 30 days of purchase may be submitted to support@aureo.audio. Refunds are granted at our discretion.

4. Restrictions

You agree not to:

  • Copy, modify, or distribute the Software except as expressly permitted
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software
  • Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels
  • Use the Software for any unlawful purpose
  • Sublicense, rent, lease, or lend the Software to third parties

5. Your Data

Aureo is a local-first application. Your project files, setups, and content ("Your Data") remain stored on your device. You retain all rights to Your Data. We do not access or store Your Data on our servers.

User Responsibility for Local Data: You are solely responsible for the integrity and backup of the local database used by the Software. We are not liable for any loss of data, corruption of files, or inability to access the Software resulting from your manual modification, deletion, or editing of local database files.

6. Catalog Data

Catalog Data (product names, specifications, and related information) is provided "as-is" for informational purposes only.

Third-Party Product Information: Product specifications and technical details are compiled from publicly available sources. We do not guarantee the accuracy of this information. You should verify specifications directly with manufacturers before relying on this information for professional purposes.

The Software's identification of third-party products is for organization and cataloging purposes only. Existential Software Company, LLC is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with the manufacturers of the plugins or hardware identified within the Software.

7. Intellectual Property

We retain all rights, title, and interest in the Software's code, design, and branding. Nothing in these Terms transfers any ownership rights to you.

8. Export Control

You may not use or export the Software except as authorized by United States law.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT (A) THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE; OR (B) ANY ERRORS IN THE SOFTWARE WILL BE CORRECTED.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL EXISTENTIAL SOFTWARE COMPANY, LLC, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY.

THIS LIMITATION SPECIFICALLY INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, ANY LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF YOUR DATA, PROJECT FILES, OR LOCAL DATABASE FILES, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE—INCLUDING SOFTWARE BUGS, ERRORS, SYSTEM FAILURES, OR YOUR MANUAL MODIFICATION OF APPLICATION FILES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED THE GREATER OF ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100 USD) OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US, IF ANY, IN THE SIX (6) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CLAIM. THESE LIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

11. Indemnification

YOU AGREE TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS EXISTENTIAL SOFTWARE COMPANY, LLC, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS FROM AND AGAINST ANY CLAIMS, LIABILITIES, DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES (INCLUDING REASONABLE ATTORNEYS' FEES) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO (A) YOUR USE OR MISUSE OF THE SOFTWARE; (B) YOUR VIOLATION OF THESE TERMS; (C) YOUR VIOLATION OF ANY APPLICABLE LAW OR THE RIGHTS OF A THIRD PARTY; OR (D) ANY CONTENT OR DATA YOU SUBMIT TO US, INCLUDING SUBMISSIONS TO OUR PRODUCT CATALOG.

12. Dispute Resolution

ANY DISPUTE RELATING TO THESE TERMS WILL BE SETTLED BY BINDING ARBITRATION IN DELAWARE, USA, ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS.

YOU AND EXISTENTIAL SOFTWARE COMPANY, LLC EACH WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. CLAIMS MUST BE BROUGHT IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY ONLY, AND THE ARBITRATOR MAY NOT CONSOLIDATE MORE THAN ONE PERSON'S CLAIMS OR PRESIDE OVER ANY FORM OF REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

13. Service Availability

The Software relies on third-party services for license validation (LemonSqueezy) and catalog updates. We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability of these services and are not liable for any temporary unavailability, modifications, or discontinuation of catalog updates or the license validation service.

The core local-first functionality of the Software remains available regardless of network or third-party service status.

14. Termination

We may terminate your license if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Software and delete all copies.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, USA.

16. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Your continued use of the Software after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

17. Beta Versions

If you use a version of the Software identified as "Beta," "Alpha," or "Pre-release," you acknowledge that it is for testing purposes, may contain bugs, and could cause data loss. Use of Beta Versions is strictly at your own risk. We strongly recommend backing up your local database and project files before using a Beta Version.

18. Feedback

If you provide us with any suggestions, bug reports, or feedback, you agree that we may use such feedback for any purpose without compensation or obligation to you.

19. Third-Party Software

The Software incorporates open-source components licensed under their respective terms. A list of third-party licenses is available within the Software and at aureo.audio/lawyers.txt.

20. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permitted, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of that right or provision. No waiver is effective unless made in writing.