Marketplace Terms of Service

Last Updated: June 15, 2026

Welcome to the S8N Intelligence Hub (the "Platform"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Platform, which connects companies seeking AI transformation consultancy ("Companies") with independent verified AI practitioners ("Consultants").

1. Platform Intermediary Role

S8N acts solely as an intermediary matching platform. S8N is not an employer, agent, joint venture, or partner of any Consultant. All engagements, consultations, and contracts entered into between a Company and a Consultant are direct agreements between those two parties. S8N does not supervise, direct, control, or monitor the work of Consultants.

2. Account Registration & Vetting

To access certain features of the Platform, you must register for an account. By registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. Consultants agree to undergo S8N's vetting and verification procedures. S8N reserves the right to accept, decline, suspend, or terminate any profile at its sole discretion.

3. Payments & Escrow Services

The Platform provides milestone-based billing and payment processing via third-party gateways (the "Escrow Service"). Companies agree to deposit fees into escrow before the commencement of any milestone. S8N will release funds to the Consultant only upon milestone approval by the Company. Any platform transaction fees, if applicable, will be clearly communicated before checkout.

4. Limitation of Liability & Disputes

S8N does not guarantee the performance, quality, legality, or completeness of any work delivered by Consultants. S8N is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any consultation, code implementation, or advisory session. In the event of a dispute, S8N's dispute resolution team will review evidence and make a final determination regarding the release or refund of escrowed funds.

5. Data Protection & DPDP Act

By transacting on this Platform, both Companies and Consultants agree to comply with all applicable data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023. Consultants act as Data Processors on behalf of the Company (Data Fiduciary), and agree to execute a separate Data Processing Agreement (DPA) where required.