Terms of Service

Effective Date: September 23, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to LightStars Academy. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our platform (the “Platform”), which offers online high school courses, both through LightStars instructors and teachers from partner schools. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, you may not use the Platform.

2. Definitions

• “Platform” refers to the website and services provided by LightStars Academy.
• “Courses” refer to the educational content and lessons offered through the Platform.
• “Instructors” refer to educators who create, manage, and upload content for courses.
• “Users” refer to all individuals, including students, parents, instructors, and school administrators, accessing the Platform.
• “We,” “us,” or “our” refers to LightStars Academy.

Account Registration

• Eligibility: Users must be at least 13 years old to create an account on the Platform. If you are under the age of 18, you must have parental consent to use the Platform.
• Account Creation: When creating an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
• Account Approval: Only instructors pre-approved by LightStars Academy can upload and manage course content. Schools may also register their own instructors, subject to approval by LightStars Academy.

4. Use of the Platform

• Permitted Use: The Platform is provided solely for educational purposes. You may use the Platform to view and engage with courses, communicate with instructors, and complete coursework.
• Prohibited Use: Users may not:
  • Misuse the Platform or access it for purposes other than those intended.
  • Distribute viruses, malware, or other harmful software.
  • Infringe on the intellectual property rights of LightStars Academy or third parties.
  • Engage in behavior that is harassing, abusive, or otherwise harmful to instructors or other users.

5. Course Enrollment and Access

• Course Offerings: LightStars Academy offers a range of courses designed for high school students. Participating schools may upload their own courses to the Platform.
• Enrollment: Students may enroll in courses directly through the Platform. Course fees, if applicable, will be clearly stated prior to enrollment.
• Access: Once enrolled, students will have access to course materials for the duration of the course. We do not guarantee that course materials will be available indefinitely.

6. Payments and Fees

• Subscription Fees: General membership on the Platform is available for a monthly fee of $1. Individual courses are charged at $59 per month.
• Refund Policy: Refunds may be granted at the discretion of LightStars Academy within 7 days of purchase if a course has not been started. Refunds are not available for completed courses or for monthly subscription fees.

7. Instructor Content

• Ownership of Content: Instructors retain ownership of the courses and content they create and upload to the Platform.
• Licensing to LightStars Academy: By uploading content, instructors grant LightStars Academy a non-exclusive, worldwide license to host, distribute, and display their content on the Platform.
• Content Standards: Instructors are responsible for ensuring that the content they upload is accurate, does not infringe on the rights of others, and complies with all applicable laws.

8. Intellectual Property

• All intellectual property rights related to the Platform, including its design, layout, and content (excluding user-generated content), are owned by LightStars Academy.
• Users may not copy, distribute, or modify any part of the Platform without our express written permission.

9. Privacy

• Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://lightstarsacademy.com/privacy-policy-2/) for details on how we collect, use, and protect your information.

10. Termination

• We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at any time, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms and Conditions or engaged in illegal or harmful behavior on the Platform.
• You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support.

11. Limitation of Liability

• No Guarantee: While we strive to ensure that the courses and content on the Platform are accurate and up-to-date, LightStars Academy makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or quality of the content.
• Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, LightStars Academy is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Platform, including but not limited to, damages for loss of data or profits.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless LightStars Academy, its affiliates, and its employees from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your use of the Platform or your violation of these Terms and Conditions.

13. Modifications

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. If significant changes are made, we will notify users by email or through a notification on the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at: LightStars Academy Email: [email protected] Address: 18555 E Smoky Hill Rd, Box 461442, Centennial, CO  80046.

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