Terms and Conditions of Business for The Academy World

1. Introduction Welcome to The Academy World. By joining as a member and using our subscription service, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions and our Website Usage Policy. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not continue using our services.

2. Liability Disclaimer While The Academy World makes every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not guarantee that the content is free from errors or omissions. THE INFORMATION AND MATERIALS PROVIDED BY THE ACADEMY WORLD ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND DO NOT CONSTITUTE PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. MEMBERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS BEFORE MAKING BUSINESS DECISIONS BASED ON OUR CONTENT. THE ACADEMY WORLD WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, BUSINESS LOSSES OR FAILURES, ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR SERVICES.

3. Professional Advice Disclaimer The content provided by The Academy World is designed for educational purposes only and should not be taken as professional or financial advice. The Academy World disclaims all responsibility for any business decisions made by members based on our resources. Additionally, while The Academy World may refer members to external experts, we are not responsible for the advice or services provided by these third parties.

4. Indemnification Members agree to indemnify, defend, and hold The Academy World, its affiliates, and staff harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from their use of our services, violation of these terms, or reliance on any information provided by The Academy World.

5. User Responsibilities Members are responsible for ensuring that their use of our content complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Members must not share access or distribute content provided by The Academy World without explicit permission. Members are prohibited from using the website in any manner that:

• Copies, modifies, or reverse-engineers any part of the website.

• Seeks unauthorised access to the website or its data.

• Violates any third-party rights.

• Is intended to damage or impair the functionality of the website.

6. Intellectual Property Rights All content, including courses, eBooks, and other resources provided by The Academy World, are owned by The Academy World. Unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution of this content is strictly prohibited.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

8. Refund and Cancellation Policy Members are entitled to a 14-day cancellation period for a full refund. Beyond this period, refunds will be processed at the discretion of The Academy World.

9. Updates to Terms The Academy World reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and it is the responsibility of members to review these terms regularly. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the new terms. 

10. Data Protection and Privacy The Academy World adheres to UK GDPR regulations. Our Privacy Policy details how member data is collected, stored, used, and protected. By agreeing to these terms, members also consent to our data handling practices as outlined in our Privacy Policy and Website Usage Policy.

11. Force Majeure The Academy World will not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these terms due to events beyond its reasonable control, such as natural disasters, Act of God, changes in law, or other unforeseen events.

12. Age Limitation Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. By using our services, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

13. Third-Party Websites and Content The Academy World may link to third-party websites or include content from third-party sources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of such third parties. Any reliance on third-party content is at the user’s own risk. Additionally, we may receive a fee or commission from third-party links or services accessed through our website. The Academy World is not liable for any issues or disputes arising from the use of these third-party services.

14. Disclaimer of Warranties THE ACADEMY WORLD PROVIDES THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION GIVEN BY THE ACADEMY WORLD OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY.

15. Withdrawal of Access The Academy World reserves the right to limit, suspend, or terminate access to its services or any part thereof at its discretion, without notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms and Conditions or any applicable law.

16. Dispute Resolution Any disputes arising out of or relating to these terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good faith discussions. If these fail, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with UK law. Members agree to waive the right to participate in class actions.