Terms of Service - ScratchLearn

Welcome to ScratchLearn ("we," "us," "our," or "the Platform"), an educational technology platform designed to empower learners through interactive courses, tools, and learning resources. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of ScratchLearn's services, including our website, apps, and related offerings.

By accessing or using any part of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Eligibility and Acceptance

To use ScratchLearn, you must:

Be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction).
Have legal capacity to enter into binding contracts.
Agree to comply with all applicable laws and these Terms.

If you're using ScratchLearn on behalf of an organization or institution, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity.

2. Account Registration

You may be required to create an account to access some features. When registering:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
Keep your password secure and confidential.
Notify us immediately of unauthorized use of your account.

You are responsible for all activity under your account.

3. Use of Services

You agree to use ScratchLearn only for lawful purposes. You shall not:

Share or sell your account credentials.
Upload or distribute harmful, offensive, or infringing content.
Use automated tools (bots, crawlers) without our permission.
Disrupt or interfere with the functionality of the Platform.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account for violations.

4. Content Ownership and Use

a. Platform Content

All content provided by ScratchLearn (e.g., courses, videos, illustrations, code, and text) is our property or licensed from content partners. It is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works unless we expressly permit it.

b. User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of content you submit (e.g., comments, projects), but grant ScratchLearn a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, share, and display such content in connection with the Platform.

5. Payments and Subscriptions

Fees for paid features or courses are listed clearly on the Platform.
Payment is processed securely through third-party gateways.
All sales are final unless otherwise stated (see our Refund Policy, if applicable).
Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled prior to renewal date.

6. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available." We make no guarantees about learning outcomes, certifications, or uninterrupted service.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ScratchLearn is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:

Your use or inability to use the Platform.
Errors, bugs, or data loss.
Unauthorized access to your account.

7. Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links or integrate with third-party services (e.g., video tools, APIs). We are not responsible for their content, practices, or terms. Use them at your own discretion.

8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account or access to services if:

You breach these Terms.
Required by law or court order.
We discontinue part or all of the services.

Upon termination, your rights to use the Platform cease immediately.

9. Privacy

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy. It explains how we collect, use, and protect your data.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. We'll notify you of significant changes via email or through the Platform. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Any legal dispute shall be resolved in the courts located in India.

12. Contact Us

For questions, feedback, or legal requests, contact us at:

Address: www.scratchlearn.com
Email: info@scratchlearn.com