Terms of Service

Effective Date: May 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Addis Astemari ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Addis Astemari website, mobile applications, and services (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service. Please read these Terms carefully before using our Service.

2. Eligibility

To use the Service, you must be at least 13 years old. If you are under 18, you must have parental consent to use our Service. By using our Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

The Service is intended for educational institutions, teachers, students, and parents. Different features of the Service may be available to different types of users, and additional terms may apply to specific user categories.

3. Account Registration and Security

To access certain features of the Service, you may need to create an account. When you register for an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to keep this information updated.

You are responsible for safeguarding your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.

We reserve the right to disable any user account at any time if, in our opinion, you have failed to comply with any provision of these Terms.

4. Educational Content and Services

Our Service provides educational content and tools for teaching and learning. Content may include videos, documents, assessments, and other materials created by us or by our users.

4.1 Live Classes and Zoom Integration

Our platform integrates with Zoom to facilitate live online classes. When you use this feature:

  • Teachers must use their own Zoom accounts and comply with Zoom's Terms of Service.
  • Teachers are responsible for securing their Zoom meetings and properly managing participant access.
  • Students will receive meeting links through our platform to join classes.
  • We are not responsible for technical issues with Zoom's service during live classes.
  • All participants in live classes must adhere to our Community Guidelines.

4.2 Content Accuracy

While we strive to ensure the accuracy and quality of content on our Service, we do not guarantee that all content is entirely accurate, complete, or up-to-date. Educational content should be used as a resource and not as the sole source of information on any subject.

5. User Conduct and Community Guidelines

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Specifically, you agree not to:

  • Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations.
  • Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.
  • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Service.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service, user accounts, or computer systems.
  • Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code.
  • Use the Service to send spam, unsolicited advertising, or promotional materials.
  • Engage in harassment, bullying, or any form of intimidation of other users.
  • Share inappropriate or offensive content, including material that is obscene, defamatory, or discriminatory.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Addis Astemari and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

6.1 Our Content

Unless otherwise stated, all materials on the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, are the property of Addis Astemari or its licensors.

6.2 User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of any content you submit, post, or display on or through the Service ("User Content"). By providing User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in connection with providing and promoting the Service.

7. Subscriptions and Payments

Some aspects of the Service may require payment or a subscription. By subscribing to our paid services, you agree to the following terms:

  • You authorize us to charge the payment method you provide for the applicable fees.
  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled before the renewal date.
  • Prices may change, but we will provide notice before any price changes take effect.
  • Refunds may be available according to our Refund Policy.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Addis Astemari and its affiliates, officers, employees, agents, partners, and licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, resulting from your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the Service.

In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims related to the Service exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing the Service during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the Service or contact us to request account deletion.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, you must stop using the Service.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ethiopia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at liqatech@gmail.com.