1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Tychy Education Network (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Platform”). By accessing or using our website at tychy-university.edu.pl (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Tychy University Education Network. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
2. Nature of Our Service
2.1 Platform Description
Tychy University Education Network is a directory and connection platform that showcases independent instructors who offer private educational services. We provide a space where instructors can display their credentials and where students can find and contact qualified educators.
2.2 What We Are NOT
Important Notice: Tychy University Education Network is NOT:
- An accredited university or educational institution
- A degree-granting organization
- An employer of the instructors listed on our platform
- A provider of educational content or courses
- Responsible for the quality, delivery, or outcomes of instruction provided by independent instructors
2.3 Independent Contractor Relationship
All instructors featured on our platform are independent contractors who operate their own educational services businesses. Any agreement for educational services is made directly between you (the student) and the instructor. We are not a party to these agreements and assume no responsibility for them.
3. User Eligibility
3.1 Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website independently. Users under 18 may only use the Website under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms.
3.2 Accurate Information
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when contacting instructors or using any features of the Website.
4. Use of the Website
4.1 Permitted Use
You may use the Website to:
- Browse instructor profiles
- Contact instructors regarding their services
- Learn about educational opportunities
- Access publicly available information
4.2 Prohibited Use
You may NOT:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
- Harass, abuse, or harm instructors or other users
- Scrape, copy, or republish instructor information without permission
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Website
- Collect personal information about other users
- Post false, misleading, or defamatory content
5. Instructor Listings
5.1 Information Accuracy
While we make reasonable efforts to verify instructor credentials, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or currency of information provided in instructor profiles. Students are responsible for conducting their own due diligence before engaging instructors.
5.2 Instructor Independence
Each instructor is solely responsible for:
- The accuracy of information in their profile
- The quality and delivery of their educational services
- Setting their own rates and payment terms
- Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Their own tax obligations and business licensing
- Any promises, warranties, or representations they make
5.3 No Endorsement
Inclusion of an instructor on our platform does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee of their services by Tychy University Education Network.
6. Student-Instructor Agreements
6.1 Direct Contracts
Any arrangement for educational services is a direct contract between student and instructor. We are not a party to these agreements.
6.2 Payment
All payments for educational services are made directly between student and instructor. We do not process, hold, or receive payment for instructional services.
6.3 Disputes
Any disputes regarding educational services, payment, quality of instruction, or other matters must be resolved directly between student and instructor. We do not mediate, arbitrate, or resolve such disputes.
7. Intellectual Property
7.1 Website Content
All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Tychy University Education Network or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
7.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.
7.3 Instructor Content
Instructors retain ownership of their profile content, credentials, and biographical information. By submitting content to the Website, instructors grant us a license to display, reproduce, and distribute such content on the platform.
8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
8.1 No Warranties
THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that:
- The Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Information on the Website is accurate, complete, or current
- Instructors listed will meet your expectations or requirements
- Educational services obtained through the platform will meet your needs
8.2 Educational Outcomes
We make no representations or warranties regarding educational outcomes, job placement, salary increases, or other benefits that may result from educational services obtained through our platform.
8.3 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TYCHY EDUCATION NETWORK, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:
- Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Website
- Any conduct or content of instructors or third parties on the Website
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
- Educational services provided by instructors listed on the platform
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THE WEBSITE SHALL NOT EXCEED €100 OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tychy Education Network, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
- Any agreement or dispute between you and an instructor
10. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.
11. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services (including instructor websites or scheduling platforms). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their terms and policies.
12. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Website ceases immediately.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the administrator’s headquarters (or principal office), without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the administrator’s headquarters (or principal office).
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tychy University Education Network regarding the use of the Website.
