General Terms of use of Software Support Service

Art. 1 - Subject
This document governs how to access and use the support service provided by D-One Software House for software developed on the Nios4 platform. The service is accessible exclusively through the Help Portal Nios4 at the following address: https://nios4.cloud/help/.

You fully accept the following conditions by accessing and using the service.

Art. 2 - Access and scope of service
2.1 The service allows users to:

  • Open new technical support tickets;
  • Send business enquiries;
  •  Book online appointments with D-One Software House technicians.

2.2 Any request sent to email addresses will be automatically deleted without any taking charge by the support service.

Art. 3 - Rules for the use of the Help Nios4 portal
In order to ensure an efficient service, the user must comply with the following conditions:

3.1 Provision of detailed information
The user must provide all details necessary to resolve the problem reported. If technicians need to perform in-depth analysis on cloud logs or operations performed due to incomplete information, the time taken will be deducted from the user’s voucher.

3.2 Separate tickets for separate requests
Each ticket must contain only one request. In case of multiple questions or problems, the user will have to open separate tickets for each problem.

3.3 Limitations of Free support covers only the standard platform

Any requests related to customizations, specific configurations, or additional functionalities are subject to payment and will be managed through prepaid vouchers.

The customer has the freedom to make customizations within the program according to their needs. However, it is important to remember that every action performed in the software is automatically logged in the Log Cloud, a tool that the customer can consult at any time to verify who made changes and what operations were performed in the database.

This means that if modifications are made independently and a ticket is later opened reporting that the system is no longer functioning correctly, our technicians will check the activities recorded in the Log Cloud. If the analysis shows that the issues stem from modifications made directly by the customer, full responsibility falls on them, releasing D-One from any liability.

To restore the program’s proper functionality and ensure full operational capability, a paid support intervention via a technical voucher will be required.

Our technicians need to conduct an in-depth analysis of the data in the Cloud and, if necessary, perform restoration operations. Since these interventions fall outside the standard support service, any ticket opened due to independent modifications will require a one-hour technical support voucher, allowing our specialists to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and restore full functionality to the software.

Voucher minutes will only be deducted for the actual time used. If, during the analysis, errors in the program are found, no charges will be applied, as per regulations. The voucher credit does not expire within the calendar year and remains available for any future needs.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Technicians can proceed with checks only upon written authorization from the customer via ticket and only if the necessary minutes are available. If the customer does not have the minimum required 60 minutes available, the ticket will remain in a Suspended status.

 

3.4 Rejection of non-compliant requests
Requests that do not comply with the above guidelines may be reported. In case of repeated violations, D-One Software House reserves the right to suspend the service of assistance and deny further interventions.

3.5 Incorrect reporting of errors
If an intervention is requested for an alleged error that, following verification, results from incorrect configuration or improper use of the software, the time spent for analysis and verification will still be deducted from the user’s voucher.

3.6 Direct interventions on cloud systems
Where technically possible, technicians will be able to solve the problem directly via Cloud without the need for interaction with the user. In this case, the time taken will be deducted from the voucher without further notice.

3.7 Negative voucher balance
The user who has a negative balance of minutes of support will not be able to use the service until he has purchased a new voucher for the restoration of the balance.

3.8 Violations and termination of service
Failure to comply with these conditions may be considered a violation of the rules for use of the service. D-One Software House reserves the right to cease providing support to users who repeatedly fail to comply with the established rules.

3.9 Obligation to provide concrete examples
If the request is not clear enough, please provide a screenshot and a concrete example that details the steps taken and the problem encountered.
 

3.10 Handling of requests outside service hours
Requests received outside service hours will be handled by the technical department from the following morning.

3.11 Response times for free support
The service offered free of charge requires a response to the customer within a maximum of 72 hours from receipt of the request.

3.12 Exclusions from support
The following are not covered by the assistance service:

  • Consultancy activities;
  • Communication of information on non-technical problems;
  • Assistance in solving problems by reading the documentation provided;
  •  Support for issues related to the use of third-party software.


3.13 How the service is provided by means of vouchers
Assistance is provided exclusively through the purchase of a 60-minute Voucher. At the end of the service, D-One Software House will scale the minutes used by the customer’s balance, with a step-by-step pricing of 10 minutes.

Below the minimum threshold of 30 minutes, no assistance will be provided, including troubleshooting.

If the customer reports a software error and wishes to receive assistance, he must first purchase a voucher and in case D-One Software House confirms that it is indeed a software error, the minutes used for error resolution alone will not be scaled.

3.14 Access to Cloud databases for technical interventions
When the technical department deems it necessary, D-One Software House can access directly to the customer’s Cloud database via Web App. This access may be used to:

  •  Make changes directly to the customer’s database;
  •   Create and process a copy of the database to be used for internal analysis and maintenance.

3.15 Rules for Appointments with Technical Support

When a customer schedules an appointment with our technical team, they commit to respecting the agreed time. To ensure efficient service, the following rules apply:

  • After booking, the customer will receive a confirmation email with the appointment details.
  • A reminder email will be sent one day before and again two hours before the appointment.
  • If the customer does not attend the appointment and does not notify in advance, the technician will attempt to contact them by phone and email.
  • If the customer is unreachable or if they are reached but unable to attend the meeting, the appointment will be considered unused, and 30 minutes of voucher time will be deducted for each hour booked.
  • To avoid the charge, the customer must cancel or reschedule the appointment at least 24 hours in advance.

Art. 4 - Modifications and updates of the conditions
D-One Software House reserves the right to change current terms at any point. Modifications will be operational from the pubblication on Portal Help Nios4. Continous use of service implies acceptance of updated terms.

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