1. Introduction
Welcome to Accounting Academy Cyprus. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of our website, services, courses, and related content (collectively, the "Services") operated by Accounting Academy Cyprus ("we," "our," or "us").
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, you may not access the Services.
2. Definitions
- "Account" means the account you create to access certain features of our Services.
- "Content" means all information, data, text, software, music, sound, photographs, graphics, videos, messages, and other materials available through our Services.
- "Student" means an individual who enrolls in our courses or uses our educational services.
- "User" means any individual who accesses or uses our Services, including Students and website visitors.
3. Account Registration
To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to register for an account. When you register, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information about yourself. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account login information and for all activities that occur under your account.
You agree to immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We cannot and will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to maintain the security of your account.
4. Course Enrollment and Fees
4.1 Enrollment: By enrolling in a course, you agree to pay the specified fees and comply with the course requirements, including attending scheduled sessions and completing assignments.
4.2 Payment: All fees are payable in Euro (€). Payment must be completed before accessing course materials unless a payment plan has been explicitly agreed upon in writing.
4.3 Refunds: Course fees are generally non-refundable once the course has begun. However, we may offer refunds in specific circumstances as outlined in our Refund Policy, which will be provided upon request.
4.4 Course Changes: We reserve the right to make changes to course content, schedules, and instructors as necessary. We will make reasonable efforts to notify students of significant changes.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
5.1 Our Content: All Content provided through our Services, including course materials, presentations, videos, text, graphics, logos, and images, is owned by or licensed to Accounting Academy Cyprus and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise use our Content without our express written permission.
5.2 Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Content solely for your personal, non-commercial educational purposes. This license is conditioned upon your continued compliance with these Terms.
5.3 Student Work: You retain ownership of any content you create as part of our courses. By submitting work, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display your work for educational and promotional purposes.
6. User Conduct
By using our Services, you agree not to:
- Use our Services in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation
- Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
- Transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable
- Interfere with the proper functioning of our Services
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our Services or any systems or networks connected to our Services
- Share your account credentials with others or allow others to access course materials using your account
- Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of our Services
7. Academic Integrity
Students are expected to maintain high standards of academic integrity. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are strictly prohibited. Violations of academic integrity may result in course failure, revocation of certification, or termination of enrollment without refund.
8. Certification
Upon successful completion of a course, including meeting attendance requirements and passing all assessments, students may receive a certificate of completion. Certificates are issued at our discretion and may be withheld if course requirements are not met or if fees remain unpaid.
9. Privacy
Your use of our Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be found at Privacy Policy. By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
10. Disclaimers
10.1 As Is: Our Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the operation of our Services or the information, content, or materials included therein.
10.2 Educational Purpose: Our courses and content are for educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Students should consult with appropriate professionals before making business or financial decisions based on course content.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Accounting Academy Cyprus shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from or in connection with your access to or use of our Services.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Accounting Academy Cyprus and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees and costs, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of our Services or your violation of these Terms.
13. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account and access to our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use our Services will immediately cease.
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Cyprus, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Cyprus.
15. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by posting the new Terms on our website. Your continued use of our Services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Accounting Academy Cyprus regarding our Services and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, written or oral, concerning our Services.