Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 29, 2024

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the services provided by InfoBytes Academy (“we,” “us,” or “our”), including our website, platform, mobile application, and any related products and services (collectively referred to as the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, we kindly ask that you refrain from using our Services.

1. Services Offered

InfoBytes Academy specializes in providing time-saving AI-driven tools for early childhood educators and education professionals. We also provide resources designed to enhance and support learning. Our offerings include:

  • AI-driven products
  • Educational tools (EduTools)
  • Ebooks and audiobooks (EduBooks)
  • Learning and mobile applications (EduApps)

Prohibited Activities
You agree not to use any automated systems, software, or devices to extract, copy, or otherwise misuse InfoBytes Academy’s products or Services. Any attempt to manipulate, distribute, or exploit our AI tools, audiostories, eBooks, apps, or related content for personal or commercial gain is strictly prohibited.

2. Use of Services

a. Educational Professionals and Learners: While we strive to provide accurate and helpful information, the AI technology we utilize may produce errors. Users must exercise their own discretion when using our tools and resources. We are not liable for any mistakes, misinformation, or inappropriate output generated by our AI products.

b. Non-Commercial Use: Our EduTools, EduBooks, and all related content are intended solely for non-commercial, personal, or work-related educational use. Users may not reproduce, copy, adapt, resell, distribute, or otherwise modify any portion of our EduTools software, apps, courses, books, or audiostories for commercial purposes or personal profit. All software and materials provided by InfoBytes Academy are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use, redistribution, or modification of any content is strictly prohibited.

c. Membership Packages: Our membership packages are intended for use by one individual only, specifically the purchaser of the membership. Sharing of membership accounts is prohibited.

3. Intellectual Property (IP)

3.1 Company Ownership of Intellectual Property
InfoBytes Academy owns all rights, titles, and interests in the Services, including educational tools, content, audiostories, eBooks, and apps. This includes all designs, structures, and content produced by our team for these products, which are protected under copyright, trademark, and other IP laws. Users may not copy, distribute, modify, or create derivative works based on any Company IP without prior written consent.

  • Restriction on Use of IP
    Users are strictly prohibited from reproducing, selling, licensing, or otherwise using InfoBytes Academy’s content or IP for any commercial or non-personal purpose. Any attempt to reverse engineer, replicate, or otherwise exploit our proprietary AI, EduTools, EduBooks, EduApps, or other related products or services constitutes a violation of these Terms and may result in immediate termination of access to the Services.
  • Protection Against Misuse
    Unauthorized use of our Company IP will lead to enforcement measures, including potential legal action, to protect InfoBytes Academy’s IP rights fully.

3.2 User-Generated Content from AI Tools

  • User Ownership of Generated Content
    Users retain all rights to the content generated via InfoBytes Academy’s AI tools (“Generated Content”). InfoBytes Academy does not claim ownership of this Generated Content, as it belongs solely to the user who created it. Users bear full responsibility for ensuring the legal use of their Generated Content, including compliance with any applicable intellectual property laws.
  • Licensing and Content Use
    While InfoBytes Academy does not own Generated Content, we may temporarily store it to provide functionality for users and improve our Services, in line with our Privacy & Data Collection Policy. This stored data is only accessible to the user and is deleted at their discretion.

3.3 Intellectual Property Violations and Reporting

  • Reporting Unauthorized Use
    If you believe someone is using InfoBytes Academy’s IP without permission, please notify us immediately via email at info@infobytesacademy.com or our contact form. We will review and address any reports of unauthorized use or infringement as per our legal rights.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Services are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of our Services or the information, content, materials, or products included in our Services. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, InfoBytes Academy shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of our Services, including but not limited to any errors or omissions in any content or for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of your use of our Services.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we employ robust administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Therefore, we limit our liability to the fullest extent permissible under applicable law and are not responsible for unauthorized access to your information unless caused by our gross negligence or willful misconduct. In the unlikely event of a security incident, we are committed to responding promptly and will take appropriate action, as outlined in our Privacy & Data Collection Policy.

We also expect users to take responsibility and precautionary measures to protect their accounts, including maintaining strong, unique passwords and safeguarding login credentials. Please refer to our Privacy & Data Collection Policy for full details on our data protection practices and incident response procedures.

7. Data Sharing and Retention

  • Sharing: We do not share your data with third parties except as necessary to provide the services you have requested or as required by law.
  • Data Storage: We do not retain or store the content you upload or input into our EduTool software. While we do not retain or store user-uploaded content or AI-generated output for our own use, the data is temporarily stored on our servers to allow users to access their content later. This stored data is only accessible by the user and is secured using appropriate encryption and authentication methods. We do not have direct access to this data.
  • Retention: Content generated by users through our AI tools is stored on our servers as long as the user requires access. Users can manage or delete this data at their discretion, and it is automatically removed when no longer needed. To learn more, view our Privacy & Data Collection Policy.

8. Cancellation of Service

Users may cancel their subscription at anytime via the “My Account” portal. The cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing period. Refunds for the current billing period are not provided. Users will continue to have access to all subscription content for the duration of the current billing cycle.

9. Educator Responsibility for Obtaining Parental Consent (For educators of children under age 13)

Our tools do not require you to provide personal information about children, and we strongly advise against it. We are committed to safeguarding children’s data privacy, especially when educators use our AI tools to support young learners. As an educator, you play a vital role in complying with privacy laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). This section outlines your responsibilities to ensure compliance and protect children’s information.

9.1. Requirement to Obtain Parental Consent

Before using our AI tools to submit information about children under the age of 13, educators should obtain verifiable parental consent. This consent must be obtained directly from the child’s parent or guardian before any personal information is entered into our tools. It is the responsibility of the educator to inform the parents about their use of our platform and secure permission to submit child-related data.

9.2. Informing Parents of Their Rights

As part of the COPPA compliance, educators should ensure that parents are aware of their rights regarding their child’s data. Parents should be informed that they have the right to:

  • Review any personal data collected about their child.
  • Request the deletion or correction of their child’s information. Educators are responsible for communicating these rights to parents and providing them with the necessary information to contact us if they wish to take any action regarding their child’s data.

9.3. Allowing Parents to Request Data Deletion or Corrections

If a parent becomes aware that their child’s information has been submitted to our platform, they have the right to request access to, correct, or delete any personal data. Even though educators are the primary users of the tools, parents should have a simple process for making these requests. As an educator, you are responsible for guiding parents to the appropriate contact information or request form.

9.4. Accountability and Compliance

Educators who use our AI tools are accountable for complying with all applicable privacy laws, including COPPA. This includes:

  • Obtaining verifiable parental consent before entering child-related information.
  • Notifying parents of their rights to access, correct, or delete their child’s information.
  • Ensuring data privacy and security, especially when working with sensitive data.

Although our platform is secure, we strongly recommend that educators avoid uploading images containing children’s faces or using a child’s real name or nickname.

By using our platform, you acknowledge your responsibility in upholding these privacy requirements and agree to ensure full compliance with COPPA and other applicable data protection regulations.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes via electronic communication and by posting the new Terms on our website. Your continued use of our Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles. For additional legal recourse, please note that intellectual property disputes may also be handled according to the relevant federal intellectual property laws applicable in Canada.

By using our Services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy & Data Collection Policy.