nexrender

Terms of Use

Nexrender Cloud Rendering Service and Self-Managed Version

Effective Date: May 5, 2025

This document governs your use of the Nexrender Cloud Rendering Service and Self-Managed Version provided by Nexrender OÜ (“Provider”).


1. Introduction

1.1 These Terms of Use (“Terms”) constitute a binding agreement between you (“Client”) and Nexrender OÜ, located at Sepapaja 6, 15551 Tallinn, Estonia.

1.2 By accessing or using the Nexrender Cloud Service or the Self-Managed Version, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, including all referenced policies and annexes.

1.3 If you are entering into this agreement on behalf of a company or organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind such entity.


2. Scope of Services

2.1 Cloud Service

2.1.1 Provides access to an online, hosted deployment of Nexrender software.

2.1.2 Includes custom video rendering orchestration using Adobe After Effects.

2.1.3 Cloud service instances run in render-only mode under the Client’s license.

2.1.4 Licensed under GNU AGPL.

2.1.5 The Client is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the Cloud Service in accordance with these Terms.

2.1.6 The Cloud Service is to be used solely for rendering After Effects projects provided by the Client.

2.1.7 The Client must not use the Cloud Service to produce illegal content or content that advertises any illegal services.

2.2 Self-Managed Community Version

2.2.1 Allows deployment and execution of Nexrender software on Client’s infrastructure.

2.2.2 Client assumes full responsibility for security, operations, and compliance.

2.2.3 Licensed under MIT License and offered “as-is.”

2.2.4 The Client is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and deploy the Self-Managed Version under the MIT License.

2.2.5 Nexrender may offer support under a separate agreement.

2.3 Self-Managed Enterprise Version

2.3.1 Allows deployment and execution of a premium, closed-source edition of Nexrender software on Client’s infrastructure.

2.3.2 Licensed under a proprietary license granted by Nexrender OÜ.

2.3.3 This version includes enhanced features, optional integrations, and long-term support.

2.3.4 Client assumes full responsibility for infrastructure, security, and compliance.

2.3.5 Nexrender may provide deployment assistance, updates, and service guarantees as outlined in a separate enterprise agreement.


3. Client Responsibilities

3.1 The Client must ensure that all data and materials submitted to the Cloud Service comply with applicable laws and regulations and do not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights.

3.2 The Client must not use the Cloud Service to store or transmit any unlawful, infringing, or harmful data.

3.3 The Client is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of account credentials and for all activities conducted under their account.

3.4 The Client must secure access and operation of any Self-Managed Version they deploy.


4. Fees and Payment

4.1 Cloud Service is billed as per the subscription or order form.

4.2 Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

4.3 Self-Managed Version is free of charge; support may be sold separately.


5. Privacy and Data Protection

5.1 Cloud Service:


6. Intellectual Property

6.1 All intellectual property rights of the Nexrender Cloud Service, including its underlying software and systems, are owned by the Provider.

6.2 The Provider does not claim ownership of any materials, assets, or output uploaded or generated by the Client through the Cloud Service. These remain the exclusive property of the Client.

6.3 The Self-Managed Version is provided under the MIT License, and the Client is granted only the rights defined by that license. The Self-Managed Enterprise Version is provided under a closed-source proprietary license, and the Client is granted rights as specified in their individual enterprise agreement.


7. Support and SLA

7.1 Cloud Service includes basic support per SLA (see Annex A).

7.2 Self-Managed support varies by version. The Community Edition does not include support beyond documentation and community forums. The Self-Managed Enterprise Version includes email-based support as part of the enterprise agreement. Premium support and maintenance services are available under a separate paid agreement.


8. Warranties and Disclaimers

8.1 Cloud Service

8.1.1 The Provider warrants that the Cloud Service will perform substantially in accordance with the documentation provided.

8.1.2 Except for the foregoing warranty, the Cloud Service is provided “as-is,” and the Provider disclaims all other warranties, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

8.2 Self-Managed Version

8.2.1 The Community Edition of the Self-Managed Version is provided “as-is” without any warranties or guarantees of any kind.

8.2.2 The Provider disclaims all warranties for the Community Edition, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

8.3 Self-Managed Enterprise Version

8.3.1 The Self-Managed Enterprise Version may include limited warranties and performance guarantees as specified in a separate enterprise agreement.

8.3.2 Any commitments regarding availability, updates, or issue resolution will be governed solely by the terms of that agreement.


9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 Cloud Service

9.1.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Provider shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, revenues, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from (a) the Client’s use of the Cloud Service; (b) unauthorized access; or (c) service interruption.

9.1.2 The Provider’s total liability for any claim under these Terms is limited to the amount the Client paid the Provider in the 12 months prior to the incident.

9.2 Self-Managed Version – Community Edition

9.2.1 The Provider shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or interruptions resulting from the Client’s use of the Community Edition.

9.2.2 The Provider’s total liability for any claim related to the Community Edition is limited to zero, as no fees are charged.

9.3 Self-Managed Version – Enterprise Edition

9.3.1 The Provider’s liability for the Enterprise Edition shall be governed exclusively by the terms of the applicable enterprise agreement.

9.3.2 Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Provider shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, and any direct liability shall not exceed the fees paid under the applicable enterprise agreement in the 12 months preceding the claim.


10. Termination

10.1 You may terminate use at any time by written notice.

10.2 We may suspend/terminate your access for material breach of these Terms.

10.3 Upon termination, access and processing rights cease immediately.


11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of Estonia.

11.2 Disputes shall be resolved by the courts of Estonia.


12. Amendments

12.1 We may revise these Terms periodically.

12.2 Updates will be posted on our site. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.


13. Acknowledgements

By clicking “I agree,” signing an order form, or otherwise accessing the Nexrender platform, you agree to these Terms and to the additional policies included in the annexes below.


Annexes

Annex A: Service Level Agreement (SLA)

Annex B: Data Processing Agreement (DPA)