Terms and Conditions
Legal Agreement Notice
These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and DigitalGuru Academy. By accessing our website, enrolling in courses, or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms set forth in this document.
If you do not agree with any provision of these terms, you must immediately discontinue use of our services and may not enroll in our courses.
User Obligations & Legal Responsibilities
1. Compliance with Laws and Regulations
Legal Compliance Requirements
- 1 Comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws while using our services
- 2 Respect intellectual property rights of all course materials and third-party content
- 3 Adhere to data protection and privacy regulations in your jurisdiction
- 4 Report any illegal activities or violations you observe on our platform
Professional Conduct Standards
- Maintain professional behavior in all interactions
- Use respectful language in forums and communications
- Protect confidential information shared during courses
- Demonstrate academic integrity in all assessments
2. Age Restrictions and Requirements
Minimum Age
Must be at least 16 years old to enroll independently
Parental Consent
Students under 18 require parental or guardian consent
Identity Verification
Valid identification may be required for certification
3. Prohibited Activities and Behaviors
Strictly Forbidden Activities
- Harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior toward other students or staff
- Sharing, distributing, or selling course content without authorization
- Using automated tools, bots, or scripts to access our platform
- Attempting to circumvent security measures or access restrictions
Content Restrictions
You may not post, share, or transmit content that is:
- • Offensive, threatening, or discriminatory
- • Fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive
- • Infringing on intellectual property rights
- • Containing malicious software or viruses
- • Violating privacy rights of individuals
- • Promoting illegal activities or substances
Liability & Warranties
Limitation of Liability
Consequential Damages
Under no circumstances shall DigitalGuru Academy be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.
Maximum Liability
Our total liability for any claim arising from these terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific course or service in question.
Force Majeure Provisions
DigitalGuru Academy shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these terms that is due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:
- • Natural disasters
- • Pandemic or health emergencies
- • Government regulations
- • Internet service disruptions
- • Power outages
- • Labor strikes or disputes
- • Third-party service failures
- • Cyber attacks or security breaches
- • Acts of war or terrorism
Indemnification Obligations
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DigitalGuru Academy, its directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
- Your misuse of our services or platform
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any content you submit or share
- Your negligent or wrongful conduct
- Your breach of applicable laws
Legal Information & Dispute Resolution
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Applicable Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, without regard to conflict of law principles.
- • Sri Lankan Consumer Protection Laws apply
- • Educational regulations of Sri Lanka
- • Data protection laws and regulations
Jurisdiction
Any legal proceedings arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
- • Commercial High Court of Colombo
- • District Court of Colombo
- • Magistrate's Court of Colombo (where applicable)
Dispute Resolution Procedures
Direct Communication
Contact us first to attempt resolution through direct communication
Mediation
If direct resolution fails, engage in good faith mediation
Legal Proceedings
Resort to formal legal proceedings only as a last resort
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Before initiating formal legal proceedings, both parties agree to attempt resolution through:
- Good faith negotiation for a period of 30 days
- Mediation through a neutral third-party mediator
- Arbitration under Sri Lankan Arbitration Act (if mutually agreed)
Severability and Terms Modification
Severability Clause
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision shall be severed, and the remainder of the terms shall remain in full force and effect.
Terms Modification
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website with at least 30 days advance notice for material changes.
Contact Information for Legal Matters
For any legal inquiries, disputes, or formal notices regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our official contact form. All legal communications must be in writing and will be acknowledged within 5 business days.