Terms of Service
# Terms of Service
Last Updated: June 21, 2026
Welcome to Sandhi Academy. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the Sandhi Academy website, learning management system, mobile applications, courses, content, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”).
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.
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## 1. Access and Registration
### Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old to use the Platform independently.
If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you may use the Platform only with permission and supervision from a parent or legal guardian.
Children under 13 years old are not permitted to use the Platform.
### Account Registration
To access certain courses, learning materials, or services (“Content”), you may need to create an account using your name, email address, phone number, or other requested information.
You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information and to keep your account details updated.
### Account Security
You are responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential. You must notify Sandhi Academy promptly if you believe your account has been accessed without authorization.
### Device and Internet Requirements
You are responsible for ensuring that your device, browser, internet connection, and software meet the technical requirements needed to access the Platform and Content.
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## 2. License to Use the Platform
Sandhi Academy grants you a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Platform and Content for your own educational and non-commercial purposes.
Under this license, you may not:
* Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or edit any Content without written permission.
* Use Content for commercial purposes or public display.
* Sell, rent, sublicense, share, or transfer access to your account or Content.
* Attempt to decompile, reverse-engineer, or interfere with any part of the Platform.
* Remove copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices from Content.
* Upload or distribute Platform Content on another website, server, social media platform, or storage service without authorization.
* Use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or similar methods to access or collect Content without permission.
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## 3. Code of Conduct
To maintain a safe and respectful learning environment, you agree not to:
* Use the Platform for unlawful activities.
* Post, share, or promote harmful, violent, abusive, or unsafe content.
* Harass, bully, threaten, defame, or discriminate against other learners, instructors, staff, or third parties.
* Post hate speech or content targeting individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation.
* Send spam, misleading messages, scams, unwanted advertisements, or fraudulent links.
* Attempt to gain unauthorized access to accounts, systems, servers, or data.
* Introduce viruses, malware, harmful code, or attempt to disrupt the Platform.
* Impersonate another person, learner, instructor, or Sandhi Academy representative.
Sandhi Academy may suspend or terminate access to the Platform if these rules are violated.
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## 4. Intellectual Property
All Content available through the Platform, including courses, videos, text, documents, assessments, logos, graphics, designs, software, and learning materials, is owned by or licensed to Sandhi Academy and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Using the Platform does not give you ownership of any Content or intellectual property rights.
Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or sharing of Content is strictly prohibited.
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## 5. Payments, Fees, and Refunds
Certain courses, programs, certificates, or services may require payment.
By purchasing paid Content, you agree to pay all applicable fees shown at the time of purchase.
* Payments may be processed through third-party payment providers.
* Sandhi Academy does not store full payment card details unless explicitly stated.
* Course access may begin immediately after successful payment.
* Unless a separate refund policy applies to a specific course or program, payments are non-refundable after purchase.
* Sandhi Academy may change course fees, discounts, or pricing at any time. Changes will not affect purchases already completed.
If a payment fails, Sandhi Academy may restrict access to paid Content until payment is successfully completed.
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## 6. User Content and Community Features
If the Platform allows you to post comments, assignments, discussions, reviews, files, or other materials (“Learner Content”), you remain responsible for that content.
By submitting Learner Content, you grant Sandhi Academy a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, display, reproduce, distribute, and use that content as necessary to operate, improve, and promote the Platform.
You confirm that:
* You own or have permission to share the Learner Content.
* Your Learner Content does not violate another person’s rights.
* Your Learner Content does not violate these Terms or applicable law.
Sandhi Academy may remove or restrict Learner Content that violates these Terms.
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## 7. Certificates and Educational Outcomes
Certificates, completion records, grades, or achievements issued through Sandhi Academy are based on the applicable course requirements.
Completion of a course or receipt of a certificate does not guarantee employment, admission, professional licensing, academic credit, or any specific outcome unless Sandhi Academy explicitly states otherwise.
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## 8. Third-Party Services and Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, tools, payment providers, or services.
Sandhi Academy does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, services, privacy practices, availability, or security. Your use of third-party services is subject to their own terms and policies.
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## 9. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Platform and Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
Sandhi Academy does not guarantee that:
* The Platform will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
* Content will always be complete, current, or suitable for every learner.
* Any technical issue, error, or interruption will be corrected immediately.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Sandhi Academy disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied.
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## 10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Sandhi Academy, its instructors, employees, partners, and affiliates will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of data, profits, business opportunities, or learning progress.
Sandhi Academy’s total liability for any claim related to the Platform will not exceed the amount you paid to Sandhi Academy for the specific paid service giving rise to the claim during the previous twelve months.
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## 11. Suspension and Termination
Sandhi Academy may suspend, limit, or terminate your account or access to the Platform if:
* You violate these Terms.
* You provide false or misleading information.
* You misuse Content or attempt unauthorized access.
* Your payment is overdue or unsuccessful.
* We are required to do so by law or for security reasons.
You may stop using the Platform at any time. Termination does not automatically entitle you to a refund.
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## 12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of Nepal.
Any dispute arising from or related to these Terms or the Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of Nepal.
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## 13. Changes to These Terms
Sandhi Academy may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on the Platform with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Your continued use of the Platform after changes become effective means that you accept the updated Terms.
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## 14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms, please contact:
Sandhi Academy