Terms of Use

Last Updated: October 17, 2024

Welcome to The Torch Academy! By accessing or using our website, services, or online learning platform (collectively, the “Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). These Terms govern your access to and use of our services, so please read them carefully. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you should not use the Site.
The Site is owned and operated by The Torch Academy (“we,” “our,” or “us”). If you have any questions regarding these Terms, you can contact us at legal@thetorchacademy.com.

1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, or that you are using the Site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms. If you are under 18 years old, you may not create an account or use our services without the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.

2. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. If changes are made, we will notify you by posting an updated version on the Site. You are responsible for reviewing these Terms regularly. Continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. User Accounts
To access certain features of the Site, you may need to create an account. By creating an account, you agree to:

Provide accurate and up-to-date information,
Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials,
Be responsible for all activities under your account.

If you are under 18 years old, your account must be created and managed by a parent or legal guardian. We reserve the right to request verification of parental or guardian consent where applicable.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion if we suspect any unauthorized use, misuse, or violation of these Terms.

4. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You are prohibited from:

Engaging in any illegal or unauthorized activity,
Attempting to interfere with the Site’s functionality, including introducing viruses, malware, or any harmful code,
Engaging in any action that imposes an unreasonable or disproportionately large load on our infrastructure,
Harvesting, scraping, or collecting information or data from the Site without our prior consent.

We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or delete your account if your use of the Site results in defamation, the creation or involvement in social conflicts, or legal disputes that could harm the reputation, standing, or goodwill of The Torch Academy. This includes, but is not limited to, behavior on or off the Site that brings the company into disrepute or violates applicable laws. Any decision to suspend or delete accounts in such cases will be made at our sole discretion, and we are not obligated to provide prior notice.

5. Intellectual Property
All content, materials, and intellectual property on the Site, including text, graphics, images, videos, logos, trademarks, and software, are owned by or licensed to The Torch Academy and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of the content on the Site is strictly prohibited.

6. User-Generated Content
The Site may allow you to upload, submit, or share content (e.g., reviews, comments, posts) (“User-Generated Content”). By submitting any User-Generated Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual, and irrevocable license to use, modify, reproduce, display, and distribute such content in connection with the operation of the Site.

You represent and warrant that your User-Generated Content:

Does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights,
Does not violate any applicable law or regulation,
Is not defamatory, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate.

We reserve the right to remove any User-Generated Content at our discretion without notice.

7. Online Courses and Services
The Torch Academy offers educational courses and related services through the Site. By enrolling in a course or using any services provided on the Site, you agree to the following terms:

Payment: Course fees must be paid in full prior to gaining access to course materials. All payments are processed by third-party payment providers, and we do not store your payment details.
Access: Upon full payment, you are granted access to the course materials for a limited time (as stated in the course details). Access is for personal, non-commercial use only.
Course Modifications: We reserve the right to update, modify, or discontinue courses at our discretion. In the event of significant changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify enrolled users.
Refunds: Refund policies for each course will be stated at the point of purchase. In general, refunds are only provided in cases of technical issues preventing access to the course, and they must be requested within a specified timeframe.

8. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for convenience only, and we do not endorse or control the content of third-party sites. Your use of third-party websites is governed by their own terms and conditions, and we are not responsible for any damages or losses that may arise from your use of these sites.

9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Torch Academy, its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the Site, including but not limited to:

Loss of data, revenue, or profits,
Any errors, omissions, interruptions, defects, or delays in the operation of the Site,
Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis.

10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Torch Academy, its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to violations of these Terms, unauthorized use, or illegal activity. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease, and we may disable your account and delete any associated data.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms, including disputes regarding the use of the Site, shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to binding, arbitration or mediation, in accordance with Irish law. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Ireland for any legal actions or proceedings.

13. Changes to the Site
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Site or any services offered through it, with or without notice. However, in the event that any paid services are impacted by such changes, we commit to providing reasonable notice to affected users and partners. If a service that has been paid for in advance is discontinued or significantly modified in a way that prevents its use, we will either provide a pro-rata refund for the unused portion of the service or continue providing access to the service for the remainder of the agreed period, whichever is applicable.
We are not liable to you or any third party for modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations of the Site, except for obligations arising from previously paid services as outlined above.

14. Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and share personal data. By using the Site, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

15. Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and The Torch Academy regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Waiver: Any failure by The Torch Academy to enforce a provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of that provision or the right to enforce it.
Assignment: You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.

16. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at:
The Torch Academy
Email: legal@thetorchacademy.com