Last updated July 8, 2024
Welcome to Coursewave (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website (coursewave.com), mobile applications, and other services (collectively, the “Coursewave Site”). By accessing or using the Coursewave Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Coursewave Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue the use of the Coursewave Site.
At Coursewave, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive and enriching online learning experience. Whether you’re here to upskill, explore new hobbies, or advance your career, our platform offers a diverse range of courses to meet your needs. However, to ensure a safe, respectful, and effective learning environment for all users, you must understand and agree to these Terms and Conditions.
By accessing or using the Coursewave Site, you signify your agreement to comply with and be bound by these Terms, along with all applicable laws and regulations. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Coursewave, governing your use of our services. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue the use of the Coursewave Site.
We encourage you to read these Terms carefully and contact us if you have any questions. Your understanding and adherence to these Terms ensure that our community remains a supportive and productive space for learning.
Importance of Adherence
Your adherence to these Terms is crucial for maintaining the integrity and quality of our platform. It allows us to provide you with consistent, high-quality services while ensuring that all users have a positive and respectful experience. We have established these guidelines to protect your rights, our rights, and those of our other users.
Regular Updates and Notifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other operational factors. Whenever significant changes are made, we will notify you through email or via a prominent notice on the Coursewave Site. By continuing to use the Coursewave Site after these changes are posted, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms. Therefore, it is important to review the Terms periodically to stay informed about any updates.
User Responsibilities
As a user of the Coursewave Site, you have certain responsibilities to ensure the platform’s smooth operation and the well-being of the community. These responsibilities include:
- Compliance: You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using the Coursewave Site.
- Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.
- Respectful Conduct: You agree to interact with other users and Coursewave staff in a respectful and constructive manner, refraining from any form of harassment or inappropriate behavior.
- Content Use: You agree not to misuse our content, including reproducing, distributing, or creating derivative works from it without our express written permission.
Coursewave’s Commitment
We are committed to providing a secure, accessible, and enriching learning environment. To achieve this, we implement robust security measures, continuously improve our services based on user feedback, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. We also strive to foster a community where users can share knowledge, collaborate, and grow together.
2. Eligibility
To use the Coursewave Site, you must be at least 13 years old. By accessing and using the Coursewave Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. This is a crucial condition for ensuring the safety and appropriateness of our content and interactions within our community.
Age Requirement
- Minimum Age: The minimum age to use the Coursewave Site is 13 years old. This requirement is in place to comply with various legal regulations designed to protect young internet users. If you are under the age of 13, you are not permitted to use our services.
- Representation of Age: By accessing and using the Coursewave Site, you represent and warrant that you meet the age requirement stipulated in these Terms. You also agree to provide accurate information about your age during account registration and whenever requested by Coursewave.
3. Account Registration
Account Creation
- Registration Process: To access certain features of the Coursewave Site, you may be required to create an account. During the registration process, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. This includes your name, email address, and any other details requested during registration. Accurate information is essential for maintaining the integrity of your account and ensuring effective communication between you and Coursewave.
- Information Updates: You agree to update your account information promptly if there are any changes. Keeping your information current and complete helps us provide you with the best possible service and ensures that you receive important updates regarding your courses and account.
Account Security
- Confidentiality: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account login information, including your username and password. It is essential to keep this information secure to prevent unauthorized access to your account.
- Responsibility for Activities: You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. This includes any unauthorized use resulting from failing to secure your login information. If you suspect any unauthorized use or breach of security, you must immediately notify Coursewave. Prompt notification allows us to take the necessary measures to protect your account and personal information.
4. Use of the Coursewave Site
License
Coursewave grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Coursewave Site for personal, non-commercial purposes under these Terms. This license is provided to allow you to engage with our educational content and services in a manner consistent with these Terms.
Prohibited Activities
To maintain a safe and respectful learning environment, you agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
- Unauthorized Copying and Distribution: Copying, distributing, or disclosing any part of the Coursewave Site in any medium without our prior written consent is strictly prohibited. This includes sharing course materials, videos, or other content without authorization.
- Automated Access: Using any automated system, including robots, spiders, or offline readers, to access the Coursewave Site is prohibited. Such activities can disrupt the functioning of our platform and violate the integrity of our services.
- Spam and Unsolicited Communications: Transmitting spam, chain letters, or other unsolicited email through the Coursewave Site is not allowed. These activities can undermine the user experience and violate applicable laws.
- Security Compromises: Attempting to interfere with, compromise the system integrity or security, or decipher any transmissions to or from the servers running the Coursewave Site is prohibited. Such actions can endanger the security of our platform and the privacy of our users.
- Excessive Load: Taking any action that imposes, or may impose, an unreasonable or disproportionately large load on our infrastructure is not permitted. This includes activities that could degrade the performance or availability of our services.
- Malicious Software: Uploading invalid data, viruses, worms, or other software agents through the Coursewave Site is strictly forbidden. These actions can harm our systems and disrupt the user experience.
- Data Harvesting: Collecting or harvesting any personally identifiable information from the Coursewave Site without proper authorization is prohibited. Respecting user privacy and data protection laws is paramount.
- Commercial Solicitation: Using the Coursewave Site for any commercial solicitation purposes, such as promoting products or services without our express written consent, is not allowed. Our platform is dedicated to educational purposes and should be used accordingly.
By adhering to these guidelines, you help maintain a positive and secure environment for all users of the Coursewave Site.
5. Intellectual Property
Ownership
Coursewave and its content, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, are the exclusive property of Coursewave or its licensors. This content is protected by a range of intellectual property laws, including but not limited to copyright, trademark, and patent laws. All rights, titles, and interests in and to the platform and its content are retained by Coursewave and its licensors, ensuring the protection and integrity of our educational materials and services.
- Comprehensive Protection: The intellectual property rights associated with Coursewave encompass all elements of our platform. This includes the courses, videos, images, interactive tools, written materials, design elements, and the overall user experience. These elements are carefully crafted and curated to provide a high-quality learning environment and are protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
- Trademarks: The trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on the Coursewave Site are registered and unregistered trademarks of Coursewave and its licensors. Unauthorized use of any trademarks, logos, or service marks is strictly prohibited and may violate trademark laws.
- Software: Any software, including code, applications, and tools provided on the Coursewave Site, is the intellectual property of Coursewave or its licensors. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this software is prohibited and subject to legal action.
License to Use
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our services for personal and non-commercial purposes. This license is conditional upon your compliance with these Terms and does not grant you ownership of any content or intellectual property rights. It is designed to allow you to benefit from our educational offerings while respecting our intellectual property rights.
- Personal Use: The license granted to you is strictly for your personal use. You are permitted to access and use the Coursewave Site and its content solely for educational purposes, such as learning new skills, completing courses, and engaging with the Coursewave community.
- Non-Commercial Use: You agree not to use any part of the Coursewave content for commercial purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, reselling access to the Coursewave Site, creating derivative works for commercial gain, or using our materials to conduct training sessions for profit without obtaining a proper license from us or our licensors.
Prohibited Activities
To protect our intellectual property, you agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
- Reproduction and Distribution: You agree not to reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our express written permission. This includes copying course materials, sharing login credentials, or distributing Coursewave content through any unauthorized channels.
- Commercial Exploitation: You agree not to use any part of the content for commercial purposes without obtaining a license to do so from us or our licensors. Unauthorized commercial use of our content undermines our ability to provide high-quality educational resources.
- Modification of Notices: You agree not to remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices included in or accompanying our content. These notices are essential for maintaining the integrity and protection of our intellectual property.
Enforcement
Coursewave reserves the right to take legal action against any unauthorized use of its intellectual property. This includes, but is not limited to, pursuing claims for infringement of copyright, trademark, or patent rights. We are committed to protecting our intellectual property to ensure that we can continue to provide valuable educational resources to our users.
- Monitoring and Compliance: We actively monitor the use of our content to ensure compliance with these Terms. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property will be addressed promptly and may result in suspension or termination of your account, as well as legal action.
- Reporting Violations: If you become aware of any unauthorized use of Coursewave content or other intellectual property violations, we encourage you to report them to us immediately. Your cooperation helps us protect our resources and maintain a fair and respectful learning environment.
By agreeing to these Terms, you acknowledge and respect the intellectual property rights of Coursewave and its licensors. We appreciate your cooperation in upholding these standards and ensuring that our educational resources are used appropriately and legally. If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding our intellectual property policies, please contact us at support@scampia.co.uk.
6. Disclaimer and Limitations of Liability
- Disclaimer: Coursewave provides its services on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Merchantability: We do not warrant that our services are fit for the purposes you require.
- Fitness for a Particular Purpose: We do not guarantee that our services will meet your specific needs or expectations.
- Limitations of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Coursewave and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our services. This includes but is not limited to:
- Loss of profit, revenue, or data.
- Business interruptions or loss of business opportunities.
- Emotional distress or mental anguish.
Our total liability to you for any claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing our services during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to such liability.
7. Account Security
The security of your Coursewave account is paramount. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including your username and password. You agree not to share your account credentials with anyone and to take reasonable steps to protect them from unauthorized access.
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account, whether or not you are aware of them. If you suspect or become aware of any unauthorized use of your account or any breach of security, you must notify us immediately. Prompt notification will allow us to take the necessary measures to protect your account and personal information.
Coursewave implements various security measures to protect your data and account information. However, we cannot guarantee that unauthorized third parties will never be able to defeat our security measures. By using our platform, you acknowledge and accept these risks.
If your account is compromised, Coursewave reserves the right to disable or terminate your account to protect the integrity and security of our services and other users. You may be required to verify your identity and provide additional information to regain access to your account.
8. Termination and Suspension
Coursewave is committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and productive learning environment for all users. To ensure this, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion if we believe you have violated these Terms, provided false information, or engaged in any activity that compromises the security or integrity of our platform.
Grounds for Termination or Suspension
- Violation of Terms: Your account may be suspended or terminated if you violate any part of these Terms. This includes engaging in prohibited activities, failing to comply with account security requirements, or using our content in unauthorized ways.
- False Information: Providing false or misleading information during the account registration process or at any other time may result in immediate termination of your account.
- Security Compromise: Any activity that compromises the security of the Coursewave platform, such as hacking, unauthorized access, or spreading malware, will result in the suspension or termination of your account.
Consequences of Termination
- Immediate Cessation of Use: In the event of account termination, your right to use Coursewave will immediately cease. You will no longer have access to your courses, account data, or any other services provided by Coursewave.
- Data Handling: Upon termination, any data associated with your account may be deleted or retained as necessary to comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights. Coursewave will handle your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, ensuring that any retained information is securely managed.
Notification and Appeal
- Appeal Process: If you believe your account has been wrongfully terminated or suspended, you may contact our support team at support@scampia.co.uk to request a review. We will investigate your case and respond with our final decision.
9. Changes to These Terms
Coursewave is dedicated to continually improving our services and adapting to new legal and operational requirements. As such, we may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other important factors.
Notification of Changes
- Significant Changes: If we make significant changes to these Terms, the updated Terms will be posted with a new effective date, allowing you to review the modifications.
- Review Period: We encourage you to review the updated Terms regularly to stay informed about any changes. Your continued use of the Coursewave Site after any changes to these Terms have been posted signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms.
Continued Use
- Acceptance of Changes: By continuing to use our services after the updated Terms have been posted, you agree to be bound by the modified Terms. If you do not agree with the changes, you must discontinue your use of our services immediately.
- Feedback and Queries: If you have any questions or concerns about the updated Terms, please contact us at support@scampia.co.uk. We are here to assist you and ensure that you fully understand any modifications to our policies.
10. Contact Information
We value your feedback and are here to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about these Terms and Conditions or any aspect of our services. Your satisfaction and security are our top priorities, and we are committed to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment.
How to Reach Us
- Email Support: For any inquiries, concerns, or feedback, please email us at support@scampia.co.uk. Our support team is dedicated to providing prompt and helpful responses to ensure your questions are addressed effectively.
Thank you for being a part of the Coursewave community. Your trust in us as your learning partner is invaluable, and we are committed to providing you with a secure, enjoyable, and enriching experience. We appreciate your cooperation in upholding these Terms and look forward to supporting your educational journey.
Coursewave is dedicated to fostering a community of learners who can engage in a safe, respectful, and productive environment. By adhering to these Terms and Conditions, you contribute to the integrity and quality of our platform. We are here to support you and ensure that your experience with Coursewave is both fulfilling and secure.
We believe in the transformative power of education and are committed to providing you with the resources and support you need to achieve your goals. Thank you for choosing Coursewave as your learning partner. Together, we can create a dynamic and supportive community where learning thrives.
