1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions (“Agreement”) govern your access to and use of the Howeya platform, including its software, services, website, and any related offerings (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by this Agreement in its entirety. If you do not agree to all terms and conditions herein, you must not access or use the Services. Your continued use of the Services constitutes your acceptance of this Agreement, including any updates or modifications, which may be made from time to time at the discretion of Howeya platform (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
2. Overview of Howeya Platform Services
Howeya operates an online platform that connects learners with independent instructors who provide live and recorded educational content, tutoring, and learning services through online courses (“Courses”). Our Services include, but are not limited to, hosting and facilitating Courses, producing supporting materials, and collecting feedback from users, including learners and instructors (collectively, “Users”).
3. General Disclaimer
Howeya Platform functions solely as a marketplace facilitating connections between instructors and learners. We do not employ instructors, nor are we responsible for the interactions between instructors and learners. We disclaim liability for any disputes, claims, losses, injuries, or damages arising from or related to the conduct of instructors or learners, including reliance by learners on information provided by instructors.
Content posted by Users (“Instructors-Generated Content”) is considered the full intellectual property of the instructor or professor providing the educational material. It is not controlled by Howeya Platform. We do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, validity, or appropriateness of Content and bear no responsibility for your exposure to content you may find offensive, misleading, or objectionable. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim liability for your access to or use of such content.
The Services may include links to third-party websites or resources. We do not endorse, control, or assume liability for such third-party content or websites. You are responsible for evaluating the appropriateness of accessing such third-party websites and safeguarding your personal information thereon.
4. Obligations of Learners
If you use the Services to search for or participate in Courses as a learner (“Learner”), you agree to the following additional terms:
– You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations in connection with your use of the Services.
– You acknowledge and agree to the pricing terms provided prior to registering for a Course or using the Services.
– You will not upload, transmit, or distribute viruses, unsolicited advertising, promotional materials, spam, or other prohibited content through the Services.
– You will refrain from posting content that is inappropriate, offensive, defamatory, infringing, or otherwise unlawful, including content that violates intellectual property rights or promotes discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.
– You will not reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content from the Services, including Courses or User-Generated Content.
– You will not disclose or solicit personal information from instructors or other Users and will take reasonable precautions to protect your own personal information.
– You will not use the Services in a manner that infringes upon or violates the intellectual property, privacy, or other rights of any third party.
5. Registration and Account Security
To access the features of our Services, you must register for an account and provide accurate and complete information during the registration process. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials (username and password) and for all activities occurring under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach. We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to safeguard your account, to the extent permitted by applicable law.
Accounts are non-transferable, and you may not use another individual’s account without their express permission. If you authorize another person, including a minor, to use your account, you are fully responsible for their conduct and any consequences arising from their use of the Services.
6. Courses
Access to our recorded educational courses is granted for 10 weeks from the date of purchase. Lectures are available 24/7 during this access period.
7. How to Purchase Courses
Select your desired course and pay the advertised price. Access to all course lectures will be granted for ten (10) weeks from the purchase date. You can view the course materials at your convenience within this timeframe.
8. Refunds and Access to Course Materials
All fees are non-refundable after payment. Access to course content and related services is granted for ten (10) weeks from the purchase date. Access will be automatically terminated after this period, with no possibility of refund or extension.
9. Content, Licenses, and Permissions
All materials provided through the Services, including software, text, graphics, audio, video, and other copyrightable content (collectively, “Content”), are owned by content owners and facilitated by Howeya Platform. We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use Content for personal, non-commercial, educational purposes, provided all applicable fees have been paid and subject to this Agreement. You consent to the recording of Courses, including voice and video communications, for quality assurance, marketing, and operational purposes. You further grant Howeya platform permission to use your name, likeness, image, or voice in connection with the promotion and delivery of the Services, waiving any related privacy or publicity rights to the extent permitted by law. All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved by the respective Content owners.
10. Payment Terms
10.1 Debit/Credit Card Payments
If you opt to pay subscription fees via debit or credit card, your card information will be stored securely by the finance service provider/the bank, and fees will be withdrawn automatically based on your selected course.
10.2 Taxes
Where applicable, value-added tax (VAT) or other taxes will be collected and remitted to the appropriate tax authorities in accordance with local laws.
10.3 Foreign Currency
The currency displayed and charged will be determined by your geographic location and cannot be altered manually. Foreign currency transactions are processed at prevailing conversion rates, which may include additional bank fees.
11. Warranty Disclaimer
The Services, including all Content and Courses, are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Howeya platform disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, non-infringement, or availability. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Services or that they will be error-free.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Services without notice if you breach this Agreement or any applicable policies.
13. Availability of Services
Access to the Services may be affected by internet connectivity issues or scheduled maintenance, upgrades, or modifications. We are not liable for delays or interruptions that are customary in internet usage or for periods when the Services are unavailable due to such factors.
14. Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under this Agreement due to events beyond our reasonable control (“Force Majeure Event”), including but not limited to acts of God, government regulations, labor disputes, natural disasters, equipment failures, or interruptions in telecommunications or internet services.
15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Arab Republic of Egypt. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement or your use of the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Cairo, Egypt.
16. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between you and Howeya platform regarding the use of the Services and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral. Amendments to this Agreement will be effective upon posting to the website, and your continued use of the Services thereafter signifies your acceptance of such changes.
17. Certificates
Upon successful completion of the course within the designated period, a certified certificate will be issued by iCulture Consulting and Training, the owners of Howeya Platform, the certificate will be signed by the course instructor.