3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account by providing accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorised access or security breach

3.2 Account Security

You must:

• Choose a strong, unique password
• Not share your account credentials with others
• Not allow others to access your account
• Keep your contact information up to date

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Any other reason at our sole discretion

You may delete your account at any time through your account settings or by contacting us at info@english-grammar.online.

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use our Site and services for lawful, personal, and educational purposes in accordance with these Terms.

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe intellectual property rights of others
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site's functionality
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without written permission
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Collect or harvest user information without consent
• Use the Site for commercial purposes without authorisation
• Post or transmit unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or offensive content
• Circumvent security measures or access restrictions
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Site

5.1 Our Content

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and other materials (the "Content"), is owned by or licensed to English Grammar Online and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial educational purposes only.

5.2 Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Copy, modify, distribute, or reproduce Content without written permission
• Use Content for commercial purposes
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions
• Create derivative works based on our Content
• Frame or mirror any part of the Site

5.3 User-Generated Content

If you submit, post, or share any content on the Site ("User Content"), you:

• Retain ownership of your User Content
• Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, modify, display, and distribute your User Content in connection with operating and promoting the Site
• Represent that you own or have necessary rights to the User Content
• Agree your User Content does not violate any laws or third-party rights

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

6.1 No Professional Advice

The grammar lessons, examples, and educational content on our Site are provided for general informational and educational purposes only. They do not constitute professional language teaching or tutoring services, academic advice or assessment, certified language qualifications, or professional editing or proofreading services.

6.2 Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:

• Grammar rules can vary by context, style guide, and regional usage
• Language is constantly evolving
• We make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of our Content
• You should not rely solely on our Content for critical communications or professional purposes

6.3 Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• Verifying information before applying it in important contexts
• Consulting qualified language professionals for specific needs
• Understanding that different style guides may have different recommendations

7.1 External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for convenience only.

We are not responsible for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
• Any damage or loss caused by your use of third-party services
• The availability or accuracy of third-party content

7.2 Affiliate Links

We may participate in affiliate programmes (such as Amazon Associates). When you click on affiliate links and make purchases, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This does not influence our editorial content or recommendations.

7.3 Third-Party Services

We use third-party services (including Firebase, Google Analytics, Brevo, Google AdSense) to operate our Site. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms and policies.

8.1 Pricing

If we offer paid services or products, all prices are displayed in the applicable currency and include applicable taxes unless otherwise stated.

We reserve the right to:

• Change prices at any time
• Offer promotions or discounts
• Discontinue products or services

8.2 Payment Processing

Payments are processed by secure third-party payment providers. We do not store complete payment card information.

8.4 Subscription Services

If we offer subscription services:

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date
• You must cancel through your account settings or by contacting us
• Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period
• No refunds or credits for partial periods

9.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense and other advertising networks to display advertisements on our Site. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing activity.

9.2 No Endorsement

Advertisements displayed on our Site do not constitute endorsements or recommendations by us. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or quality of advertised products or services.

10.1 No Warranties

The Site and all Content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy or reliability
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation

10.2 Limitation of Damages

We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including:

• Loss of profits or revenue
• Loss of data or information
• Loss of business opportunities
• Costs of substitute services

arising from your use or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10.3 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for all claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or CHF 100, whichever is greater.

10.4 Exceptions

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for:

• Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
• Any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law

12.1 Governing Law

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

12.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Switzerland.

For users in the European Union, you may also bring proceedings in your country of habitual residence if the dispute relates to your activity as a consumer.

12.3 Dispute Resolution

Before initiating legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us at info@english-grammar.online to attempt informal resolution of any dispute.

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and English Grammar Online regarding the Site.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

14.5 No Partnership

Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and us.

14.6 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labour, or materials.