Terms & Conditions of Use
Effective date: May 1, 2026
1. Purpose of the Website
This website is intended to present the activities, expertise, and services offered by Gradient Technologies, Inc. ("Gradient," "we," "our," or "us") — an AI-powered accounting firm providing fully managed bookkeeping, tax preparation, compliance, and financial support to founders and early-stage companies.
All information published on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contractual offer, a commitment to provide services, nor personalized financial, accounting, legal, or tax advice.
2. Acceptance of Terms
Access to and use of this website implies full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms & Conditions of Use ("Terms") by any visitor or user.
Gradient reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. The effective date at the top of this page will be updated to reflect any changes. Continued use of the website following any modification constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. Users are encouraged to review this page regularly.
3. Access to the Website
The website is accessible free of charge to any user with an internet connection.
Gradient endeavors to ensure continuous availability of the website but cannot be held liable in the event of interruption, technical malfunction, scheduled maintenance, or temporary unavailability, regardless of the cause.
4. Content and Disclaimer
Gradient makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on the website is accurate and up to date. However, no guarantee is given as to the accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose of any content.
The information available on this website:
does not constitute professional financial, accounting, legal, or tax advice;
cannot replace a tailored analysis of a company's specific situation;
may not reflect the most current regulatory or legal developments.
Gradient is a technology company. Tax and accounting services are delivered in partnership with licensed CPA professionals. Gradient itself does not hold a CPA license and does not act as a licensed accounting firm. Any engagement for professional services is governed by a separate agreement with the relevant licensed professional.
5. Services and Contractual Relationships
Any service provided by or through Gradient is governed by a separate written service agreement, concluded independently of this website.
This website shall not be interpreted as:
a binding offer of services,
a commitment to accept any engagement,
a guarantee of financial, operational, tax, or compliance outcomes.
Pricing, scope of work, and service terms are agreed upon individually and confirmed in a separate engagement agreement.
6. Use of Artificial Intelligence
Gradient's platform leverages artificial intelligence and automation to support the delivery of financial operations. Users and prospective clients should be aware that:
AI-assisted outputs are reviewed by qualified professionals before delivery;
AI tools are used to enhance efficiency and accuracy, not to replace human judgment on professional matters;
Gradient does not warrant that any AI-generated analysis or recommendation is free from error.
7. Intellectual Property
All elements of this website — including but not limited to text, content, logos, trademarks, graphic elements, methodologies, software, and overall structure — are protected by applicable intellectual property laws and remain the exclusive property of Gradient Technologies, Inc. or its licensors.
Any reproduction, representation, modification, distribution, or exploitation, in whole or in part, without prior written authorization from Gradient, is strictly prohibited.
8. User Conduct
By using this website, you agree not to:
use the website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms;
attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or its underlying systems;
transmit any content that is harmful, defamatory, fraudulent, or infringing on the rights of any third party;
use automated tools to scrape, crawl, or extract content from the website without prior written consent.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Gradient shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to:
your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) this website;
any information or content obtained through the website;
any decisions made or actions taken in reliance on information published on the website.
This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory on which the claim is based, and even if Gradient has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Personal Data
Personal data collected through this website (including via contact forms, early access applications, and third-party scheduling tools) is processed in accordance with applicable law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
For full information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
11. External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites. Gradient exercises no control over such websites and accepts no responsibility for their content, availability, or data protection practices. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by Gradient.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any dispute arising from or related to the use of this website that cannot be resolved amicably shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Delaware.
13. Contact
For any questions regarding this website or these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:
Gradient Solutions, Inc. Email: hello@withgradient.co