Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using secretsidehustle.ca (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Site.

This Site is operated by SquareStair Media ("we," "us," or "our"), a business based in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.

What We Offer

Secret Side Hustle provides free educational content, frameworks, and resources designed to help individuals build and operate side businesses privately and professionally. Our primary free offering is the SSH Starter Checklist, delivered via email upon request.

We may also offer paid products, such as the SSH Handbook, from time to time. The terms governing any paid products will be provided at the point of purchase.

The Free Checklist: No Hidden Catches

The SSH Starter Checklist is free. Your email address is the only thing we ask for. There is no credit card required, no trial that converts to a paid subscription, and no obligation to purchase anything in the future.

By submitting your email, you agree to receive the checklist and a short follow-up email sequence. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send you.

Not Legal, Financial, or Employment Advice

This is important. Please read it carefully.

The content on this Site and in our emails is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, or employment advice.

We are not lawyers, accountants, tax professionals, or employment law specialists. Nothing on this Site should be interpreted as a substitute for professional advice from a qualified expert in your specific jurisdiction.

In particular:

• We cannot tell you whether operating a side business complies with your specific employment contract, collective agreement, or workplace policies. You are responsible for reviewing and understanding your own obligations.
• We cannot advise you on your tax obligations. Business income tax rules vary by province, situation, and business structure. Consult a qualified accountant or tax professional.
• We cannot provide legal advice on business registration, intellectual property, or any other legal matter. Consult a licensed lawyer in your jurisdiction.

The frameworks and checklists we provide are general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation. You assume full responsibility for how you use this information and for any decisions you make based on it.

No Income Guarantees

We do not guarantee any particular financial outcome, income level, or business result from using our content, frameworks, or products. Starting a business involves real risk, and results vary significantly based on individual effort, skill, market conditions, and many other factors outside our control.

Any examples or outcomes mentioned on this Site are illustrative only and are not promises of what you will achieve.

Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, design, graphics, and downloadable materials, is the property of SquareStair Media and is protected by applicable copyright law. You may use our free content for your own personal, non-commercial purposes.

You may not reproduce, distribute, resell, or create derivative works from our content without our express written permission.

Acceptable Use

By using this Site, you agree not to:

• Use it for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its systems
• Submit false or misleading information through any form
• Use the Site in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its operation

Third-Party Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those sites. Links do not imply endorsement.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SquareStair Media will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site or its content.

Our total liability for any claim arising from use of this Site shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve months preceding the claim. For free products, that limit is zero.

Modifications to the Site and These Terms

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of this Site at any time without notice. We may also update these Terms of Service. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of the Site after updates are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of this Site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

Contact

Questions about these Terms can be directed to:

SquareStair Media
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
hello@secretsidehustle.ca