Terms & Conditions Effective from November 18, 2024
Parties and Account Ownership
Sirvoy booking/booking system (hereinafter called “the system”) is a service provided by Sirvoy Limited (hereinafter called “Sirvoy”), a company registered in the Republic of Ireland. The subscription holder and account owner (hereinafter called “the client/customer”) is the person whose email and contact information were originally used to sign up. If the person signed up on behalf of an employer, then the employer shall be the account owner.
In the event of a dispute regarding account ownership, Sirvoy reserves the right to request documentation to determine or confirm account ownership. Documentation may include, but is not limited to, a scanned copy of your business license, government-issued photo ID, the last four digits of the credit card on file, etc. Sirvoy retains the right, in its sole judgment, to determine rightful account ownership, to transfer an account to the rightful owner, or to temporarily disable an account until resolution has been determined.
Approval of Terms and Conditions
The customer approves the terms and conditions during registration by checking the box in the registration form on the Sirvoy website. Sirvoy may occasionally adjust the terms and conditions. We will notify you at least 30 days in advance of changes. If you do not wish to continue using Sirvoy services due to changes in our terms and conditions you will have an option to withdraw from the contract without penalty.
Scope and Use
The subscription gives the customer the right to use the Sirvoy system. Sirvoy is committed to keeping your data safe and our system free from fraud and abuse. Therefore the subscription cannot be used by others or for data processing for others. The maximum allowed number of bookable objects and any other indicated limitations must not be exceeded. The customer is only entitled to use the system for the intended purposes. In case of abuse or misuse, the subscription may be terminated, but only after providing prior notice to the customer, and the customer may be held liable for any loss or damage suffered by Sirvoy as a consequence thereof. Examples of abuse would include but not limited to sending emails and texts from the Sirvoy system for unintended purposes and wilful non-payment.
Terms of Payment and Invoicing
Billing is processed every month. Fixed charges and variable costs are deducted from the customer’s account balance. The account of the Customer with Sirvoy will be locked if the account balance is negative for more than 20 days. If payment has still not been received by Sirvoy within 60 days Sirvoy retains the right to terminate the account. Payment reminders will be displayed after login and/or sent to the customer by email before accounts are locked and/or terminated.
Duration and Termination
We understand that sometimes circumstances change, and you may need to reconsider your purchase. To ensure customer satisfaction, we offer a 14-day change of mind period for eligible purchases which is in accordance with EU Directives and Irish law. You will be eligible for a refund if you have purchased our subscription service and wish to cancel within 14 days of the first payment. However, if the customer has previously used our free 14-day trial service without the requirement to provide credit card details and then proceeds to purchase the subscription, the customer will not be entitled to a refund. This exclusion applies as the customer has already had the opportunity to evaluate the service during the trial period.
To request a refund within the 14-day change of mind period, please contact our customer support team and provide the necessary information regarding your purchase. Refunds will normally be issued using the same payment method you used for the purchase unless otherwise agreed upon. If a customer has violated our terms of service or engaged in abusive or fraudulent activities, eligibility for a refund may be forfeited.
As mentioned under the “Terms of Payment” section, a customer may use the Sirvoy system as long as their account balance remains positive. We may terminate the account if the account balance remains negative for a period of 60 days, or upon the customer’s request before the 60-day period has been completed.
Customer Data
The customer owns and may use the data as the customer sees fit. Reservations will remain in the system at least 18 months from check-out date, but may thereafter may be erased unless already erased by the customer. On termination of the subscription, the customer can export his/her/its data via the export function. The customer data will be deleted 1 year after the termination of the subscription or earlier at the request of the customer and Sirvoy will not be obligated to store any customer data thereafter.
The customer hereby agrees and consents to its data, if necessary, being processed by agents, sub-processors, and sub-contractors appointed/engaged by Sirvoy. A list of sub-processors is available on Sirvoy’s website. (link)
To ensure the privacy and security of guests whose payments are recorded or put through using Sirvoy’s platform, we hereby inform all guests of our clients, that any credit card numbers submitted for booking transactions, will be securely maintained only for the necessary period to facilitate and confirm your payment. Consistent with our dedication to your data protection and in strict compliance with global data privacy regulations, all such card details will be irrevocably deleted from our systems 30 days after check-out date. This policy is enforced to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access and to assure our users of our commitment to their privacy and security.
Operational Stability
Sirvoy aims for the highest possible operational stability but is not responsible for any interruptions due to factors beyond Sirvoy’s control. Such interruptions include, but are not limited to power failure, failure of equipment and connections, and other like interruptions.
Maintenance and System Changes
To provide the best service possible, Sirvoy may occasionally adjust or update the system. In such cases, it may be necessary to temporarily shut down the system access. Sirvoy has the right to update and improve the system and also change functionality, as long as a basic service is maintained, i.e. registration and management of reservations.
Pricing
Sirvoy will announce any price increases at least 2 months in advance of such increase, except for those that may be required arising as a consequence of price inflation, exchange rate volatility, third-party price increases, or other factors reasonably beyond Sirvoy’s control which leads to increases in costs or prices incurred by Sirvoy. New functionality such as additional modules or features can be priced separately.
Rights
The system is copyrighted and owned in full by Sirvoy. Sirvoy may at any time transfer its rights and obligations to third parties, provided that the third parties will continue to maintain the system according to these terms and conditions.
Rights to Intellectual Property
All patents, brand copyrights, design rights, get ups, logos, product names trademarks, service marks, trade secrets, know-how, database rights, and other rights in the nature of intellectual property rights (whether registered or unregistered) and all applications for the same, anywhere in the world which shall be provided by Sirvoy arising out of or in connection with the supply of the system shall be the property of the respective owners thereof.
Obligations of the Customer
The customer has complete and full responsibility of the individual transactions and agreements entered into and managed through the system. The customer is responsible at all times for verifying that the information recorded or displayed in the system is correct. The customer must not act in a manner that adversely affects others’ ability to use the system, and the customer must not register offensive or misleading information.
The customer acknowledges that, to the extent permitted by applicable law, his/her/its sole and exclusive remedy for any problems or dissatisfaction with the system, the third-party applications, or the third-party application content is to stop using the system, the third-party applications, or the third-party application content.
Obligations of Sirvoy
Sirvoy endeavors to provide the best service possible, but the customer understands and acknowledges that the system is provided “AS IS” without express or implied warranty or condition of any kind. The customer uses the system at his/her/its own risk.
Sirvoy does not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for any third-party applications, third-party application content, user content, or any other product or service advertised or offered by a third-party on or through Sirvoy’s system or any hyperlinked website. The customer understands and acknowledges that Sirvoy is not responsible or liable for any transaction between the customer and third-party providers of third-party applications or products or services advertised on or through Sirvoy’s system.
Respectful Communication Policy
a) Commitment to Respectful Communication
Sirvoy is dedicated to providing a professional, respectful, and safe environment for both our customers and staff. We believe in the power of courteous and constructive communication to resolve issues and enhance our services.
b) Scope of Respectful Communication Policy
This clause applies to all forms of communication between customers and Sirvoy’s customer service representatives, including but not limited to, phone calls, emails, chat messages, and social media interactions.
c) Prohibited Behavior
The following behaviors are considered abusive and are strictly prohibited when interacting with our customer service representatives:
- Use of offensive, derogatory, or discriminatory language based on race, gender, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
- Threats of violence, intimidation, or harassment in any form.
- Persistent and unreasonable demands or complaints not aligned with Sirvoy’s services or policies.
- Repeatedly interrupting or refusing to cooperate with guidance or instructions from customer service representatives.
d) Consequences of Abusive Behavior
If a customer engages in abusive behavior as outlined above, Sirvoy will take the following actions:
- First Instance: The customer will receive a written warning via email, outlining the nature of the abusive behavior and requesting that it cease immediately.
- Second Instance: Should abusive behavior persist following the initial warning, the customer will receive a final written warning, indicating that continued abuse may result in the termination of their subscription or service agreement.
- Termination: If abusive behavior continues after two warnings, Sirvoy reserves the right to terminate the customer’s subscription or service agreement immediately, without further notice. In cases of severe abuse, Sirvoy may terminate the service immediately, without prior warnings.
e) Appeal Process
Customers subject to service termination due to abusive behavior may appeal the decision within 30 days by contacting the Designated Appeal Contact Person at legal@sirvoy.com. Sirvoy will review the appeal, considering any additional information provided, and make a final determination. If no appeal is made within 30 days of the termination of service notification by the client to Sirvoy, all data system data will be deleted. If the client wishes in the future to use Sirvoy’s software the data from their previous account will have been deleted and will be irretrievable.
f) Reinstatement
At Sirvoys’s discretion, and following a review of the customer’s appeal or after a cooling-off period not longer than 30 days, the decision to terminate services may be reversed. Any decision to reinstate services will be communicated to the customer in writing.
Disclaimer
Sirvoy will not be liable for direct damages actually suffered, paid, or incurred by the customer in respect of the services offered by it herein.
Neither Sirvoy nor any of its officers, directors, employees, representatives, subsidiaries, affiliated companies, distributors, affiliate (distribution) partners, licensees, agents, or others involved in creating, sponsoring, promoting, or otherwise making available the Sirvoy system and its contents will be liable for:
(i) any punitive, special, indirect, or consequential loss or damages, any loss of production, loss of profit, loss of revenue, loss of contract, loss of or damage to goodwill or reputation, loss of claim;
(ii) any inaccuracy relating to the (descriptive) information (including rates, availability, and ratings) of the third-party provider as made available on the Sirvoy system;
(iii) the services rendered or the products offered by the third-party provider or other business partners;
(iv) any (direct, indirect, consequential, or punitive) damages, losses or costs suffered, incurred or paid by the customer pursuant to or arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use or delay of the Sirvoy system; or
(v) any personal injury, death, property damage, or other (direct, indirect, special, consequential, or punitive) damages, losses or costs suffered, incurred or paid by the customer, whether due to acts, errors, breaches, negligence, willful misconduct, omissions, non-performance, misrepresentations, tort or strict liability by or (wholly or partly) attributable to a third-party provider or any of Sirvoy’s other business partners (including any of their respective employees, directors, officers, agents, representatives, subcontractors or affiliated companies) whose products or service are (directly or indirectly) made available, offered or promoted on or through the Sirvoy system, including any (partial) cancellation, overbooking, strike, force majeure or any other event beyond the control of Sirvoy.
Sirvoy is not responsible and disclaims any liability for the use, validity, quality, suitability, fitness and due disclosure of the various different travel products and services that can be ordered, acquired, purchased, bought, paid, rented, provided, reserved, combined or consummated from the customer (e.g. hotel, motel, apartment, bed & breakfast), attractions (e.g. (theme) parks, museums, sightseeing tours), transportation provider (e.g. car rentals, cruises, rail, airport rides, coach tours, transfers), tour operators, travel insurances and any other travel or related product or service as from time to time available for a reservation (“the reservation”) and makes no representations, warranties or conditions of any kind in this respect, whether implied, statutory or otherwise, including any implied warranties of merchantability, title, non-infringement or fitness for a particular purpose. The customer acknowledges and agrees that it is solely responsible and assumes all responsibility and liability in respect of any reservation (including any warranties and representations made by the customer). Sirvoy is not a (re)seller.
Complaints or claims in respect of any reservation (including related to the offered (special/promotion) price, policy, or specific requests made) are to be dealt with by the customer. Sirvoy is not responsible for and disclaims any liability in respect of such complaints, claims, and product liabilities.
Whether or not the customer has charged for the reservation, the customer agrees and acknowledges that it is at all times responsible for the collection, withholding, remittance, and payment of the applicable taxes due on the total amount of the reservation price or fee to the relevant tax authorities. Sirvoy is not liable or responsible for the remittance, collection, withholding, or payment of the relevant taxes due on the reservation price or fee to the relevant tax authorities. Sirvoy does not act as the merchant of record for any product or service.
The customer acknowledges the difficulties inherent in the use of the internet, in particular, varying speeds and congestion in the network can cause interruptions and difficulties in accessing a website. Sirvoy excludes any and all liability which is related to any (temporary scheduled or unscheduled) and/or partial or wholly breakdown or downtime (for maintenance, updates, or otherwise of the website and/or the Sirvoy system.)
Usage of Sirvoy’s Channel Manager
The customer is responsible at all times to verify that room types are mapped correctly and that bookings, rates, and availability are updated correctly to and from booking channels. Sirvoy is not responsible for any loss of income or costs incurred by incorrect information being published to booking channels.
The customer understands that there is an inevitable risk of overbooking if a certain room is offered through multiple booking channels simultaneously and the customer accepts full responsibility for any loss or damage arising out of or as a result of such overbookings. Any overbookings or issues must promptly be handled and solved by the customer in cooperation with the booking channel.
Credit Card Information and Payments
Sirvoy facilitates payment processing through third-party payment processors. Sirvoy never acts nor operates as the merchant of record. Sirvoy is not liable or responsible for any (authorized, (allegedly) unauthorized, or wrong) charges by the customer or for any amount for any valid or authorized charge, including prepaid rates, no-shows, and chargeable cancellations.
Third-Party Anti-Money Laundering Directive Compliance
Sirvoy customers utilizing third-party physical payment terminals, such as Stripe, within our hotel booking software and who are registered in the EEA or EU are obligated to adhere to European Anti-Money Laundering Directives. (If a customer’s organization is registered or operates outside the EU/EEA area, it is expected they follow relevant national and international anti-money laundering legislation). This particularly pertains to the alignment of payment terminal registration with the jurisdiction where payments are received. Users are solely responsible for comprehending and adhering to these directives and the associated obligations of the payment service provider. It is expected that Sirvoy customers using third-party pay terminals register their payment terminals with their local financial intelligence unit or other relevant national body, and comply with anti-money laundering (AML) requirements. Non-compliance may result in legal consequences and termination of services by the third-party payment terminal provider. By agreeing to these terms, Sirvoy customers affirm their commitment to transparent and responsible financial practices.
Privacy and Data Protection
Sirvoy has taken all reasonable precautions necessary to prevent the destruction, loss or access and abuse of system information by any unauthorized third party. Sirvoy processes customer data for the customer alone and not for its own, non-relevant purposes. Sirvoy keeps all customer data confidential and will only disclose information about the customer to a third party if it is relevant to the service being provided through this agreement. Sirvoy will contact the customer with critical information related to the customer’s account when needed.
Any personal data collected will be processed in a fair, legal, transparent manner and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation EU 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and the Data Protection Act 2018. GDPR-compliant third-party services may be used for data processing. Sirvoy is authorized to act as the “data processor” of personal data in behalf of the customer, who will be the “data controller” of such data. The customer may request a data processing agreement (DPA) from Sirvoy, to supplement these terms and conditions. The customer is also referred to the privacy policy of Sirvoy Limited on its website in this connection.
The customer must handle and process personal data and guest information according to applicable privacy and data protection regulations, such as the GDPR. The customer is responsible for obtaining consent for any processing of personal data, email communications, and similar processing. The customer must honor any requests to share, modify, or delete a person’s data, e.g. by deleting booking history data, etc. Sirvoy will not unnecessarily store any data once it has been deleted by the customer.
Disputes
These terms and conditions and the provision of Sirvoy’s services will be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of the Republic of Ireland. Any dispute arising out of these general terms and conditions and our services shall exclusively be submitted to the competent Courts in Dublin, the Republic of Ireland.
The original English version of these terms and conditions may have been translated into other languages. The translated version is a courtesy and office translation only and the customer cannot derive any rights from the translated version. In the event of a dispute about the contents or interpretation of these terms and conditions or inconsistency or discrepancy between the English version and any other language version of these terms and conditions, the English language version to the extent permitted by law shall apply, prevail, and be conclusive.
If any provision of these terms and conditions is or becomes invalid, unenforceable, or non-binding, the customer shall remain bound by all other provisions hereof. In such an event, such invalid provision shall nonetheless be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law and the customer shall at least agree to accept a similar effect as the invalid, unenforceable, or non-binding provision, given the contents and purpose of these terms and conditions.