Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Energy Bloom Online School of Programming. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website energy-bloom.com and related services (collectively, the "Services") operated by Energy Bloom Online School of Programming ("we," "our," or "us").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services.

2. Description of Services

Energy Bloom Online School of Programming provides online programming education services, including but not limited to:

• Online programming courses and tutorials
• Educational content and resources
• Student community and support forums
• Certification programs
• Career guidance and job placement assistance

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our Services at any time without notice.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and current information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

3.2 Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years old to use our Services. Users under 18 must have parental consent. By using our Services, you represent that you meet these eligibility requirements.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion if you violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.

4. Course Enrollment and Payment

4.1 Course Registration

When you enroll in a course, you agree to:

• Pay all applicable fees as specified
• Comply with course requirements and deadlines
• Respect intellectual property rights
• Participate respectfully in course activities

4.2 Pricing and Payment

Course fees are clearly displayed before enrollment. Payments are processed through secure third-party providers. All prices are in GBP and include applicable taxes unless otherwise stated.

4.3 Refund Policy

We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee from the date of enrollment, provided that:

• The request is made within 14 days of purchase
• Less than 20% of the course content has been accessed
• No certificates have been issued

Refunds will be processed within 5-10 business days to the original payment method.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content provided through our Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, videos, software, and course materials, is owned by Energy Bloom or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our educational content solely for personal learning purposes. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or share course materials
• Create derivative works from our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

5.3 User-Generated Content

By submitting content to our Services (such as forum posts, assignments, or feedback), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content for educational purposes.

6. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in the following prohibited activities:

• Violating any applicable laws or regulations
• Sharing account credentials with others
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfering with the proper functioning of our Services
• Harassing, bullying, or discriminating against other users
• Posting inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content
• Engaging in academic dishonesty or plagiarism
• Using our Services for commercial purposes without permission

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Educational Outcomes

While we strive to provide high-quality education, we cannot guarantee specific learning outcomes, job placement, or career advancement. Your success depends on various factors including your effort, dedication, and market conditions.

8.2 Service Availability

Our Services are provided "as is" and "as available." We do not warrant that our Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

8.3 Third-Party Content

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of such external resources.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Energy Bloom shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.

Our total liability for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of our Services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific course or service giving rise to the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Energy Bloom, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your use of our Services
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit or share through our Services

11. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Terms on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes

Your continued use of our Services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Energy Bloom regarding the use of our Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.