Terms of Use
Last updated: June 8, 2024
Please read these Terms of Use carefully before accessing or using this platform. By accessing or using any part of this service, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree to all terms and conditions, you may not access the platform or use any of its services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Attestnode governing your access to and use of the website located at attestnode.sbs and all associated services, features, content, and applications offered by Attestnode (collectively, the "Service"). By creating an account, accessing course materials, participating in seminars, or otherwise using the Service, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.
If you are using the Service on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these terms, and the term "you" refers to that organization.
2. Changes to Terms
Attestnode reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms of Use at any time at its sole discretion. When changes are made, the "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. If a modification is material, reasonable notice will be provided prior to the new terms taking effect.
3. Eligibility
The Service is intended for users who are at least 16 years of age. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. Users between the ages of 16 and 18 should review these terms with a parent or legal guardian. Attestnode does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If it becomes aware that a child under 16 has provided personal data, the relevant account may be suspended and data removed.
4. Account Registration and Security
4.1 Registration
Certain features of the Service require you to register for an account. When registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update that information as necessary to keep it accurate, current, and complete. Attestnode reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account where information is found to be inaccurate, misleading, or incomplete.
4.2 Account Responsibility
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify Attestnode immediately at contact@attestnode.sbs if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. Attestnode will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account credentials.
4.3 One Account Per User
You may not create more than one account for personal use. You may not create an account on behalf of another person without that person's explicit consent and authorization.
5. Use of the Service
5.1 Permitted Use
The Service is provided solely for lawful educational and professional development purposes. You may access and use content, participate in seminars, engage in discussions, and submit work only as permitted by these terms and any additional guidelines posted on the platform.
5.2 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to engage in any of the following activities:
| Category | Prohibited Action |
|---|---|
| Content | Posting, uploading, or transmitting unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable material |
| Intellectual Property | Reproducing, distributing, or publicly displaying course materials or platform content without prior written permission |
| System Integrity | Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service, its servers, or connected systems |
| Interference | Uploading files that contain viruses, malware, or any code designed to disrupt or damage the platform |
| Misrepresentation | Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity |
| Commercial Misuse | Using the Service to advertise, sell, or solicit goods or services without express written consent from Attestnode |
| Data Harvesting | Scraping, crawling, or using automated means to access or extract data from the Service |
| Academic Integrity | Submitting work that is not your own, facilitating academic dishonesty, or engaging in any form of plagiarism |
Attestnode reserves the right to investigate and take appropriate action against anyone who, in its sole discretion, violates any of the above provisions, including removing content, suspending or terminating accounts, and reporting conduct to relevant authorities.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Platform Content
All content available through the Service, including but not limited to course materials, lecture recordings, written analyses, graphics, software, and instructional designs, is the property of Attestnode or its content licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property law. Nothing in these terms grants you any right to use Attestnode's name, trademarks, logos, or other proprietary marks.
6.2 User-Submitted Content
By submitting, posting, or otherwise making content available through the Service, including discussion contributions, project submissions, and feedback, you grant Attestnode a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and display that content for the purposes of operating, improving, and promoting the Service. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to grant this license and that your content does not infringe any third-party rights.
6.3 Feedback
If you provide suggestions, ideas, or other feedback regarding the Service, Attestnode may use such feedback without any obligation to compensate you, and you hereby assign all rights in such feedback to Attestnode.
7. Payments and Subscriptions
7.1 Fees
Access to certain seminars, programmes, or features of the Service may require payment of fees. All applicable fees will be displayed prior to purchase. Attestnode reserves the right to modify pricing at any time, with changes communicated in advance where practicable.
7.2 Billing
By providing payment information, you authorize Attestnode to charge the applicable fees to your designated payment method. You are responsible for ensuring that your payment details are accurate and current. All amounts are stated and processed in the currency indicated at the time of purchase.
7.3 Refunds
Refund eligibility depends on the specific programme or subscription purchased. Details are provided at the point of sale or in the programme description. Attestnode is not obligated to issue refunds outside of any expressly stated refund policy for a given offering.
7.4 Taxes
You are responsible for any applicable taxes, duties, or levies that arise from your use of the Service, unless Attestnode is required by law to collect and remit such amounts on your behalf.
8. Third-Party Services and Links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services that are not owned or controlled by Attestnode. Attestnode has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You acknowledge and agree that Attestnode is not responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with your use of or reliance on any such third-party content or services.
9. Privacy
Your use of the Service is also governed by Attestnode's Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use by reference. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy. Attestnode is committed to handling your personal data responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection principles.
10. Disclaimers
The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance. Attestnode does not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components. Attestnode does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information provided through the Service.
Educational content provided through the Service is intended for informational and professional development purposes only. Attestnode does not guarantee any specific learning outcome, career result, or professional qualification as a result of using the Service.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Attestnode, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
(a) your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the Service;
(b) any conduct or content of any third party on the Service;
(c) any content obtained from the Service;
(d) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.
In no event shall Attestnode's total aggregate liability exceed the greater of one hundred dollars (100.00) or the amount you paid to Attestnode in the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
12. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Attestnode and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Service, your violation of these Terms of Use, or your violation of any third-party right, including any intellectual property right or privacy right.
13. Termination
Attestnode may suspend or terminate your access to all or part of the Service at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, if Attestnode reasonably believes you have violated these Terms of Use or any applicable law. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including provisions relating to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, and indemnification.
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting Attestnode at contact@attestnode.sbs. Termination of your account does not entitle you to a refund of any paid fees unless otherwise specified.
14. Governing Framework
These Terms of Use shall be interpreted and applied in a manner consistent with generally accepted principles of international commercial practice and widely recognized standards for online services. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms shall first be subject to good-faith negotiation between the parties. Attestnode operates as a global platform and has designed these terms to be applicable across multiple jurisdictions without prejudice to any mandatory protections you may have under the laws of your territory.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary such that these terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect and be enforceable.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by Attestnode on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Attestnode concerning the Service and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, representations, and warranties, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.
17. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Use, please contact Attestnode using any of the following:
Email: contact@attestnode.sbs
Phone: +1 519 745 3531
Mailing Address: 234031 AB-53, Ponoka County, AB T4J 1R1, Canada
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