These Terms of Service also known as the “Terms,” control how you can use ScholarshipBays website and services. When you access or use our platform you are agreeing to follow and be bound by these Terms. Take the time to read them carefully. If you do not agree with these Terms it’s best not to make use of our services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using ScholarshipBay (referred to as “we ” “our,” or “us”) you are. Agreeing to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms it is important for you to avoid using our website and services.
2. Changes to Terms
We have the right to change these Terms whenever necessary. We will inform you of any changes by posting the updated Terms on our website. Your continued use of our services post any alterations in the Terms indicates your acceptance of the terms.
3. Description of Services
ScholarshipBay offers information regarding scholarship opportunities, which includes databases, search tools, articles, guides and community forums among others. We do not provide scholarships ourselves. Rather offer details about scholarships, from different sources.
4. User Responsibilities
4.1 Eligibility
To utilize our services you should be 13 years old.
When you visit our website you confirm that you are 13 years old and have the legal right to agree to these Terms.
4.2 Accurate Information
You promise to provide up, to date and complete information while using our services. It is your responsibility to ensure the information you provide is accurate.
4.3 Account Security
If you register an account with us it is your duty to keep your account details confidential including your password. You must inform us immediately if there is any use of your account. We are not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from your failure to safeguard your account details.
5. Use of Services
5.1 License
We give you a exclusive, non transferable and reversible license to use our services for personal non commercial purposes as per these Terms.
5.2 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use our services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
- Access or use our services in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our servers or networks.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our website or services.
- Use any automated means, such as robots or spiders, to access our services.
- Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.
- Engage in any conduct that interferes with or disrupts our services or the servers and networks connected to our services.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Ownership
All content and materials on ScholarshipBay, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and databases, are the property of ScholarshipBay or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 Limited Use
You may access and use the content on our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content without our prior written consent.
6.3 Trademarks
The trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on our website are the property of ScholarshipBay or their respective owners. You may not use any trademarks without the prior written permission of the owner.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
7.1 General Disclaimer
ScholarshipBay provides information on scholarship opportunities “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.
7.2 Information Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on our website. You acknowledge that any reliance on such information is at your own risk.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, ScholarshipBay and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or relating to your use of our services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ScholarshipBay and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or relating to your use of our services or any violation of these Terms.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by ScholarshipBay. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that ScholarshipBay shall not be liable for any damages or losses arising from your use of any third-party websites or services.
11. Termination
We have the right to end or suspend your access to our services without giving you notice or being held liable if we believe you have violated these Terms. Once terminated your permission to use our services will stop immediately.
12. Governing Law
These Terms will be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where ScholarshipBay operates without considering its conflict of law principles. You agree to be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in that area, for the purpose of settling any disputes related to these Terms.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Informal Resolution
Before taking action you agree to reach out to us with any disputes and try to resolve them informally.
13.2 Arbitration
If an issue cannot be settled informally it will be resolved through binding arbitration following the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration will occur in the jurisdiction where ScholarshipBay operates and the arbitrators decision will be final and binding.
14. Miscellaneous
14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and ScholarshipBay regarding your use of our services and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
14.2 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.
14.3 Waiver
No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition.
14.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at support[at]scholarshipbay.com.