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SCHOLARSHIFT ACADEMY

WEBSITE TERMS OF USE

Last Updated: January 13, 2026

Welcome to ScholarShift Academy. These Website Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the ScholarShift Academy website located at academy.scholarshift.org (the "Website"). The Website is operated by Shiftlab Innovations Limited, a UK private limited company registered in England and Wales with Company House Number 15760586 ("we", "us", "our", or "ScholarShift Academy").

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Website Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our Website.

Please note: If you purchase services from ScholarShift Academy, additional terms will apply as set out in our Service Terms and Conditions, which govern the provision of educational services.

1. Information About Us

Operator: Shiftlab Innovations Limited

Company Number: 15760586

Trading Name: ScholarShift Academy

Website: academy.scholarshift.org

Email: support@scholarshift.org

2. Acceptance of Terms

  1. By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you confirm that you accept these Website Terms of Use and agree to comply with them.

  2. If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease using the Website.

  3. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

  4. We recommend that you review these terms regularly to stay informed of any updates.

3. Access to the Website

  1. Access to the Website is permitted on a temporary basis. We reserve the right to withdraw, suspend, or amend the Website or any content without notice.

  2. We will not be liable if, for any reason, the Website is unavailable at any time or for any period.

  3. You are responsible for making all arrangements necessary to access the Website, including internet connectivity and compatible devices.

  4. You are responsible for ensuring that all persons who access the Website through your internet connection are aware of these terms and comply with them.

4. User Accounts

4.1. Account Creation

  1. Certain features of the Website may require you to create an account. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.

  2. You must be at least 16 years old to create an account. If you are under 18, you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian.

  3. You may not create an account using false information or on behalf of someone other than yourself without permission.

4.2. Account Security

  1. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials (username and password).

  2. You must not share your account credentials with any third party or allow others to access your account.

  3. You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account, whether authorized by you or not.

  4. You must notify us immediately at support@scholarshiftacademy.com if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account or any security breach.

4.3. Account Suspension and Termination

  1. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time if you violate these terms or engage in activities that we deem harmful to the Website or other users.

  2. You may close your account at any time by contacting us at support@scholarshiftacademy.com.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree that you will not use the Website to:

  1. Violate any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation.

  2. Transmit, or procure the sending of, any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material (spam).

  3. Knowingly transmit any data, send or upload any material that contains viruses, Trojan horses, worms, or any other harmful programs designed to adversely affect the operation of any computer software or hardware.

  4. Gain or attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, the server on which the Website is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Website.

  5. Attack the Website via a denial-of-service attack or a distributed denial-of-service attack.

  6. Use any automated system, including robots, spiders, or scrapers, to access or extract data from the Website without our prior written consent.

  7. Attempt to decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any software comprising or making up part of the Website.

  8. Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party's use of the Website.

  9. Harass, abuse, threaten, or intimidate other users, staff members, or any other person.

  10. Upload, post, transmit, or otherwise make available any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, libelous, invasive of another's privacy, hateful, or racially, ethnically, or otherwise objectionable.

  11. Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.

  12. Collect or store personal data about other users without their express consent.

Failure to comply with these acceptable use provisions constitutes a material breach of these terms and may result in our taking all or any of the following actions: immediate, temporary, or permanent withdrawal of your right to use the Website; legal proceedings against you for reimbursement of costs; or disclosure of information to law enforcement authorities.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

  1. We are the owner or licensee of all intellectual property rights in the Website and in the material published on it, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and software.

  2. The Website and its content are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws in the United Kingdom and internationally.

  3. You may view, download, and print pages from the Website for your personal, non-commercial use only, subject to the restrictions set out in these terms.

  4. You must not modify, reproduce, distribute, republish, display, transmit, sell, or commercially exploit any content from the Website without our prior written consent.

  5. You must not remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices contained in or on the Website.

  6. The "ScholarShift Academy" name and logo are trademarks of Shiftlab Innovations Limited. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written permission.

7. User-Generated Content

7.1. Responsibility for Content

  1. The Website may allow you to submit, upload, post, or otherwise make available content, including text, images, reviews, comments, or other materials ("User Content").

  2. You are solely responsible for all User Content you submit to the Website. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content and that it does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

  3. We do not endorse any User Content and are not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any User Content posted on the Website.

7.2. License to Use User Content

  1. By submitting User Content to the Website, you grant Shiftlab Innovations Limited a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform the User Content in connection with the operation of the Website and our business.

  2. This license continues even if you stop using the Website, but only for User Content that remains on the Website.

7.3. Content Moderation

  1. We reserve the right (but not the obligation) to review, monitor, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including if we believe it violates these terms or is otherwise objectionable.

  2. We may investigate violations of these terms and cooperate with law enforcement authorities in prosecuting users who violate the law.

8. Third-Party Links and Resources

  1. The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Shiftlab Innovations Limited.

  2. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

  3. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with your use of any third-party websites or services.

  4. We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

  1. Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

  2. By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

  3. We process personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

  4. You have certain rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object to processing, and data portability. To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@scholarshiftacademy.com.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  1. The Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content.

  2. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies allow the Website to recognize your device and remember your preferences.

  3. We use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the Website to function properly, including authentication and security.

  • Analytical cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Website by collecting anonymous information about page visits, traffic sources, and user behavior.

  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalized experience.

  • Marketing cookies: Track your browsing activity to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

    1. You can control cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

    2. For more information about cookies and how we use them, please see our Cookie Policy.

11. Disclaimers and Warranties

  1. The Website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties or representations of any kind, whether express or implied.

  2. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

  3. We do not warrant that:

  • The Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

  • The information on the Website will be accurate, complete, current, or reliable.

  • Defects in the Website will be corrected.

  • The Website or the servers that make it available are free of viruses or other harmful components.

    1. You acknowledge that your use of the Website is at your own risk. We are not responsible for any damage to your computer system, loss of data, or other harm resulting from your use of the Website.

    2. Information on the Website is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional advice. You should not rely on this information without seeking independent professional advice.

12. Limitation of Liability

  1. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under English law.

  2. Subject to the above, to the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable to you for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, revenue, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses.

  • Any loss or damage arising from your inability to access or use the Website.

  • Any loss or damage arising from unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.

  • Any loss or damage arising from any content, conduct, or actions of third parties on the Website.

  • Any loss or damage arising from viruses or other technologically harmful material that may infect your computer equipment or data.

    1. These limitations apply whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damage.

    2. If you are a consumer, you have certain legal rights and the limitations in this section do not affect those statutory rights.

13. Indemnification

  1. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Shiftlab Innovations Limited, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Website or violation of these terms.

  • Your violation of any rights of any third party.

  • Any User Content you submit to the Website.

  • Your breach of any representation or warranty contained in these terms.

    1. This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these terms and your use of the Website.

14. Termination

  1. We may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these terms.

  2. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

  3. Termination of your access to the Website does not affect any rights or liabilities that have accrued prior to termination.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

  1. These Website Terms of Use and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

  2. The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these terms or their subject matter.

  3. If you are a consumer resident in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may also bring proceedings in your local courts.

16. Severability

  1. If any provision of these terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its intent, or if that is not possible, it shall be severed from these terms.

  2. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions, which shall continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

  1. These Website Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Shiftlab Innovations Limited regarding your use of the Website.

  2. These terms supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, and communications, whether written or oral, regarding the subject matter herein.

  3. For the avoidance of doubt, these Website Terms of Use do not govern the provision of educational services, which are subject to our separate Service Terms and Conditions.

18. Waiver

  1. No waiver by us of any term or condition set out in these terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition.

  2. Any failure by us to enforce any right or provision of these terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

19. Assignment

  1. You may not assign, transfer, or delegate any of your rights or obligations under these terms without our prior written consent.

  2. We may assign, transfer, or delegate our rights and obligations under these terms without restriction, including to any successor entity or affiliate.

20. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Website Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Shiftlab Innovations Limited

Trading as: ScholarShift Academy

Company Number: 15760586

Email: support@scholarshift.org

Website: academy.scholarshift.org

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY USING THE SCHOLARSHIFT ACADEMY WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE WEBSITE TERMS OF USE, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST NOT USE THE WEBSITE.

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