Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Design Mastery Academy regarding your use of our website, services, and educational programs.

By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.

Acceptance of Terms

Your access to and use of our services is conditioned upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access or use our services.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our website and educational services.

Description of Services

Design Mastery Academy provides online and in-person educational services focused on visual communication, brand identity creation, typography, color theory, and related design disciplines.

Our services include structured courses, workshops, educational materials, portfolio reviews, and professional development resources for design professionals and enthusiasts.

User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of our services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
You must be at least 16 years old to create an account
You agree to accept responsibility for all activities under your account
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms

Course Enrollment and Payment

Enrollment Process

Course enrollment requires completion of our registration process and payment of applicable fees. Enrollment is subject to course availability and may require meeting prerequisite requirements.

Payment Terms

All fees are due at the time of enrollment unless otherwise specified
Prices are listed in Sri Lankan Rupees and are subject to change
Payment plans may be available for certain courses
All sales are final unless otherwise specified in our refund policy
We accept various payment methods as indicated during checkout

Refund Policy

Refunds may be available within specified timeframes and conditions. Course-specific refund policies will be clearly stated at the time of enrollment and may vary based on course type and duration.

Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Prohibited activities include but are not limited to:

Violating any applicable laws or regulations
Sharing account credentials with unauthorized individuals
Reproducing, distributing, or selling course materials without permission
Engaging in harassment, discrimination, or abusive behavior
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
Interfering with other users' ability to access services
Using automated systems to access or interact with our website
Submitting false or misleading information

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All course materials, educational content, videos, documents, designs, trademarks, and other intellectual property provided through our services are owned by Design Mastery Academy or our licensors.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our educational materials solely for your personal educational purposes during your enrollment period.

Student Work

You retain ownership of original work you create during courses, while granting us permission to use such work for educational and promotional purposes with appropriate attribution.

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

Course Completion and Certificates

Certificates of completion may be awarded upon successful completion of course requirements. Certificate eligibility requirements will be clearly specified for each course.

Certificates are issued solely for educational purposes
We do not guarantee professional accreditation or licensing
Certificate authenticity can be verified through our verification system
Fraudulent certificate claims may result in account termination

Disclaimers and Limitations

Educational Nature

Our courses are designed for educational purposes. While we strive to provide high-quality instruction, we cannot guarantee specific career outcomes or professional success.

Service Availability

We make reasonable efforts to ensure service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or other factors beyond our control.

Third-Party Content

Our services may include references to third-party resources, tools, or services. We are not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or content of third-party resources.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.

Upon termination, your right to access and use our services will cease immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Design Mastery Academy shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services.

Our total liability for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Design Mastery Academy from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels in accordance with applicable jurisdiction.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.