Terms of Use

Last updated: March 30, 2026

Effective date: March 30, 2026

These Terms of Use (« Terms ») govern your access to and use of the website glancelivesearch.com (« the Website ») and the Glance Live Search plugin (« the Plugin ») developed by Glance Search and woonet digital. By purchasing a license, downloading, installing, or using the Plugin, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Plugin or the Website.

1. Definitions

  • « Plugin » refers to the Glance Live Search software, including both the Free and Pro versions, distributed as a WordPress plugin.
  • « License » refers to the right to use the Pro version of the Plugin, granted upon purchase and activation of a valid license key.
  • « License Key » refers to the unique alphanumeric code provided after purchase that activates Pro features.
  • « Site » refers to a single WordPress installation identified by a unique domain name.
  • « You » / « User » refers to the individual or entity that purchases, downloads, or uses the Plugin.
  • « WooCommerce » refers to the open-source e-commerce plugin for WordPress, which is a required dependency for the Plugin.

2. License Grant

2.1 Free Version

The Free version of the Plugin is distributed under the GNU General Public License v2 or later (GPLv2+), as published by the Free Software Foundation. You may use, modify, and redistribute the Free version in accordance with the terms of the GPLv2+.

2.2 Pro Version

Upon purchase of a valid license, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Pro version of the Plugin, subject to the following conditions:

  • Single-site license: Each license key authorizes use on one (1) WordPress installation, unless a multi-site license was purchased.
  • License duration: Annual licenses are valid for one (1) year from the date of purchase and must be renewed to continue receiving updates and support. Lifetime licenses are valid indefinitely.
  • Updates and support: Access to plugin updates and priority support is included for the duration of your active license.
  • Expired licenses: When a license expires, the Plugin continues to function with the features available at the time of expiry, but you will no longer receive updates or support. Pro features will be disabled and the Plugin will operate in Free mode.

2.3 GPL Compliance

The Plugin’s PHP code is licensed under GPLv2+. The Pro license is a commercial service agreement that grants you access to premium features, updates, and support — it does not restrict the freedoms granted by the GPL for the underlying code.

3. Permitted Use

You may:

  • Install and use the Plugin on the number of sites permitted by your license.
  • Create backups of the Plugin files for your own use.
  • Modify the Plugin’s source code for your own site (modifications are not covered by our support).

4. Prohibited Use

You may not:

  • Redistribute or resell the Pro version, license keys, or any modified version of the Plugin without our prior written consent.
  • Share license keys with third parties, publish them publicly, or use a single license key on more sites than your license permits.
  • Remove or alter licensing mechanisms, copyright notices, attribution, or branding within the Plugin.
  • Circumvent or disable the license validation system, including but not limited to modifying the Freemius SDK, intercepting API calls, or creating « nulled » versions.
  • Use the Plugin for any unlawful purpose, including but not limited to: scraping third-party data, distributing malware, or violating the privacy rights of end users.
  • Use the Plugin in a way that intentionally degrades server performance, such as disabling rate limiting or generating excessive automated search requests.
  • Sub-license, lease, or rent the Plugin or any license key.
  • Claim authorship of the Plugin or represent it as your own product.

 

5. Requirements and Dependencies

  • The Plugin requires WordPress 6.0 or later and WooCommerce 8.0 or later.
  • The Plugin requires PHP 8.0 or later.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure your hosting environment meets these requirements.
  • We are not responsible for conflicts with third-party plugins, themes, or custom code. We will make reasonable efforts to assist with compatibility issues through our support channels.

6. Purchases and Payments

  • All purchases are processed through Freemius, our authorized reseller and licensing platform.
  • Prices are displayed in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise indicated.
  • Applicable taxes (VAT, GST, sales tax) may be added at checkout depending on your location.
  • By completing a purchase, you authorize Freemius to charge the specified amount to your chosen payment method.
  • Automatic renewal: Annual licenses renew automatically at the end of each billing cycle. You will receive an email notification before renewal. You can cancel auto-renewal at any time from your Freemius account dashboard.

7. Support

7.1 Pro License Holders

  • Pro license holders receive priority email support with a target response time of 24 business hours.
  • Support covers: installation assistance, configuration guidance, bug reports, and general usage questions related to the Plugin.
  • Support does not cover: custom development, third-party plugin conflicts (beyond reasonable investigation), server configuration, or general WordPress/WooCommerce troubleshooting unrelated to the Plugin.

7.2 Free Version Users

  • Support for the Free version is provided on a best-effort basis through the WordPress.org support forum.
  • We do not guarantee response times for Free version support requests.

8. Updates

  • Plugin updates are delivered automatically through the WordPress admin dashboard for active license holders.
  • Updates may include bug fixes, security patches, performance improvements, and new features.
  • We reserve the right to modify, add, or remove features in any update.
  • We recommend keeping the Plugin updated to the latest version to benefit from security fixes and improvements.
  • Major version updates that introduce breaking changes will be communicated in advance via email and changelog.

9. Intellectual Property

  • The Plugin, including its design, code architecture, user interface, documentation, branding, and marketing materials, is the intellectual property of Glance Search.
  • The Plugin’s PHP source code is distributed under GPLv2+. All other assets (CSS, JavaScript, images, icons, documentation) are proprietary unless otherwise stated.
  • The « Glance Live Search » name, logo, and brand identity are trademarks of Glance Search. You may not use them without prior written permission, except as required for attribution under the GPL.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE PLUGIN IS PROVIDED « AS IS » AND « AS AVAILABLE » WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

  • The Plugin will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of harmful components.
  • The Plugin will meet your specific requirements.
  • The Plugin will be compatible with all themes, plugins, hosting environments, or server configurations.
  • Search results will be accurate, complete, or relevant in all cases.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL GLANCE SEARCH, ITS FOUNDERS, EMPLOYEES, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
  • Any loss of profits, revenue, data, business opportunities, or goodwill.
  • Any damages arising from your use or inability to use the Plugin.
  • Any damages arising from unauthorized access to or alteration of your data.

OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE PLUGIN SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR YOUR LICENSE IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Glance Search from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Plugin in violation of these Terms.
  • Your violation of any applicable law or regulation.
  • Your infringement of any third-party intellectual property or privacy rights.
  • Content or data processed through the Plugin on your site.

13. Termination

  • By you: You may stop using the Plugin and deactivate your license at any time. Uninstalling the Plugin will delete all associated data from your database.
  • By us: We reserve the right to revoke your license immediately if you breach these Terms, including but not limited to redistribution of the Plugin, sharing license keys, or circumventing license validation.
  • Upon termination, you must cease using the Pro version and remove it from all sites. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination (including Sections 10, 11, 12, and 14) shall survive.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  • These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of France, without regard to conflict of law principles.
  • Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved first through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts of Paris, France.
  • If you are a consumer in the European Union, you may also submit a complaint through the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely reflects the original intent.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Glance Search regarding the use of the Plugin and the Website. They supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications.

17. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When material changes are made, we will:

  • Update the « Last updated » date at the top of this page.
  • Notify active license holders by email at least 15 days before the changes take effect.

Continued use of the Plugin after the effective date of updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the changes.

18. Contact

For questions about these Terms of Use, contact us at: