Terms of Service

These Terms of Service govern your use of Basmotash's educational technology platform. Please read these terms carefully as they contain important information about your rights and obligations.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Agreement Binding

By accessing or using Basmotash's platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our services.

Who May Use Our Service

Our service is intended for use by:

  • Educational institutions (schools, universities, training organizations)
  • Authorized administrators and faculty members
  • Students enrolled in participating institutions
  • Corporate training departments and enterprises
  • Individuals over the age of 13 (with parental consent if under 18)

Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

2. Service Description

Platform Components

Learning Management System

Comprehensive course creation, delivery, and assessment tools for modern education

Student Information System

Complete student lifecycle management from enrollment to graduation

Virtual Classrooms

Real-time interactive learning environments with collaboration tools

Mobile Applications

Native iOS and Android apps for learning on-the-go

Analytics & Reporting

Advanced insights and custom reporting for institutional intelligence

Third-Party Integrations

Seamless integration with existing institutional systems and tools

Service Availability

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime and provide 24/7 customer support. Our platform is hosted on enterprise-grade infrastructure with redundancy and disaster recovery capabilities.

3. User Accounts & Registration

User Types & Responsibilities

Administrators

Institutional administrators with full platform access and management capabilities.

  • User management and role assignment
  • System and settings
  • Data security and compliance oversight
  • Platform billing and subscription management

Instructors & Faculty

Teaching staff with course creation and student management permissions.

  • Course content creation and management
  • Student assessment and grading
  • Communication with students and parents
  • Academic progress monitoring

Students

Learners enrolled in courses with access to educational content and tools.

  • Course participation and engagement
  • Assignment submission and assessments
  • Respectful communication and collaboration
  • Academic integrity and honesty

Parents & Guardians

Family members with limited access to monitor student progress.

  • Monitor student academic progress
  • Communicate with instructors
  • Support student learning at home
  • Respect privacy of other students

Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized access
  • Using strong passwords and enabling two-factor authentication
  • Logging out from shared or public computers
Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, compromise security, or engage in prohibited activities. Account holders will be notified of violations when possible.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

Prohibited Activities

Harassment & Bullying

Any form of harassment, intimidation, or bullying of other users is strictly prohibited

Inappropriate Content

Posting or sharing content that is offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate for educational settings

Security Violations

Attempting to breach security, access unauthorized areas, or compromise system integrity

Academic Dishonesty

Cheating, plagiarism, or any form of academic misconduct violates educational integrity

Spam & Abuse

Sending unsolicited messages, spam, or using the platform for commercial advertising

Copyright Infringement

Uploading or sharing copyrighted material without proper authorization or fair use compliance

Reporting Violations

If you encounter violations of this policy:

  • Report immediately through our platform reporting tools
  • Contact your institution's administrator
  • Email our support team at [email protected]
  • For urgent matters, call our 24/7 hotline
Enforcement Actions

Violations may result in warnings, temporary suspension, permanent account termination, or legal action depending on severity. We work closely with educational institutions to address violations appropriately.

5. Intellectual Property

Platform Ownership

The Basmotash platform, including all software, design, text, graphics, and functionality, is owned by Basmotash Technologies Inc. and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

User Content

You retain ownership of content you create, but grant us necessary licenses to:

  • Display and distribute your content within the platform
  • Make technical copies for backup and delivery purposes
  • Allow authorized users to access your shared content
  • Analyze content for security and compliance purposes

Educational Fair Use

Our platform supports educational fair use of copyrighted materials. However, users are responsible for ensuring their use complies with applicable copyright laws and institutional policies.

DMCA Compliance

We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed, please submit a DMCA takedown notice to our designated agent.

6. Educational Data & Records

FERPA Compliance

We comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other applicable educational privacy laws. Educational institutions maintain primary control over student educational records.

Data Processing

We process educational data solely to:

  • Provide educational services as directed by institutions
  • Support teaching, learning, and administrative functions
  • Generate reports and analytics as requested
  • Ensure platform security and performance
  • Comply with legal obligations and institutional policies

Data Retention

Data Type Retention Period Control
Student Educational Records As directed by institution Institution
User Account Information Duration of account + 2 years Shared
System Logs 2 years Basmotash
Course Content As directed by creator/institution Institution
Student Data Protection

We never use student data for advertising or marketing purposes. All educational data handling follows strict privacy and security protocols in compliance with applicable laws.

7. Payment Terms

Subscription Plans

Basmotash offers various subscription plans based on institution size, features, and support level. Pricing is available on our website and through our sales team.

Billing & Payment

  • Subscriptions are billed annually or as agreed in your contract
  • Payment is due within 30 days of invoice date
  • Late payments may result in service suspension
  • We accept major credit cards, ACH, and wire transfers
  • All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified

Refunds & Cancellations

Refund policies vary by subscription type and are detailed in your service agreement. Generally, we offer prorated refunds for annual subscriptions canceled within the first 30 days.

Service Interruption

Failure to pay subscription fees may result in service suspension or termination. We will provide advance notice before any service interruption due to non-payment.

8. Platform Availability

Service Level Agreement

We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime for our platform. Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance and typically occurs during low-usage periods.

Maintenance & Updates

  • Regular security updates and feature enhancements
  • Scheduled maintenance windows with advance notice
  • Emergency maintenance may occur without notice
  • Automatic failover and redundancy systems

Force Majeure

We are not liable for service interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, internet outages, or other force majeure events.

9. Limitation of Liability

Service Disclaimer

Our platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Liability Limitations

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Basmotash's total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the service during the twelve months preceding the claim.

Excluded Damages

We shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Damages resulting from user content or conduct
  • Third-party actions or integrations
Jurisdiction Variations

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain types of damages. In such cases, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

10. Termination

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting our support team. Data export options are available to ensure continuity of educational records.

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend accounts for:

  • Violation of these terms of service
  • Non-payment of subscription fees
  • Illegal or harmful activities
  • Security violations or policy breaches

Data Handling Upon Termination

Upon termination, we will provide reasonable opportunity to export your data. Educational records will be handled according to institutional policies and legal requirements.

Data Retention After Termination

Some data may be retained for legal compliance, security, or legitimate business purposes as outlined in our Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

11. Governing Law

Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where Basmotash Technologies Inc. is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

We encourage resolution of disputes through direct communication. For formal disputes, we prefer mediation and arbitration over litigation when possible.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Legal Questions? Contact Our Team

Our legal and compliance team is available to answer questions about these terms and help ensure your institution's compliance with applicable laws.

Legal Team
[email protected]

For contract and legal questions

Compliance Officer
[email protected]

For regulatory and compliance matters

Customer Support
[email protected]

For general platform questions

Sales Team
[email protected]

For new contracts and renewals

We respond to legal inquiries within 2 business days and urgent compliance matters within 24 hours.