Terms and Conditions

Binding Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Lingova. By accessing our website, enrolling in our courses, or using any of our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately discontinue use of our services. These terms supplement and work in conjunction with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to our website, and your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

User Obligations and Conduct

1. Legal Compliance

You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances when using our services. This includes but is not limited to:

Providing truthful and accurate information during registration and enrollment
Respecting intellectual property rights of Lingova and third parties
Adhering to Japanese laws governing education and consumer transactions
Maintaining proper conduct in accordance with social norms and educational standards
Respecting the privacy and personal boundaries of instructors and fellow students

2. Prohibited Activities

You expressly agree not to engage in any of the following activities:

Harassing, threatening, or creating a hostile environment for others
Sharing, copying, or distributing our proprietary educational materials
Recording classes without explicit written permission
Impersonating instructors, staff, or other students
Attempting to access restricted areas of our systems or networks
Using our services to promote competing educational services
Submitting plagiarized or fraudulent work for evaluation
Disrupting classes or interfering with other students' learning

3. Academic Integrity

You commit to maintaining high standards of academic integrity by:

Submitting only your own original work for evaluation
Properly attributing sources when using external materials
Avoiding plagiarism, cheating, or other forms of academic dishonesty
Participating honestly in assessments and evaluations
Reporting suspected violations of academic integrity to instructors

4. Attendance and Participation

Students are expected to:

Attend scheduled classes regularly and punctually
Notify instructors in advance of absences when possible
Actively participate in class activities and discussions
Complete assigned homework and coursework on time
Come prepared to classes with necessary materials

Liability Limitations and Disclaimers

1. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to:

Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties that services will be uninterrupted or error-free
Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of content
Warranties that our services will meet your specific requirements
Warranties of specific learning outcomes or proficiency levels

2. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Japanese law, Lingova and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
Personal injury or property damage arising from your use of our services
Errors or omissions in educational content or materials
Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Statements or conduct of any third party using our services

In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you paid to us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

3. Educational Outcomes

While we strive to provide high-quality instruction, we make no guarantees regarding:

Specific improvements in language proficiency
Success in examinations or certifications
Career advancement or employment opportunities
Achievement of particular learning objectives within a set timeframe

Individual learning outcomes depend on many factors including effort, aptitude, prior knowledge, and regular practice, which are beyond our control.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lingova, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
Your violation of any rights of a third party
Your use or misuse of our services
Any content or materials you submit or share
Your willful misconduct or gross negligence

Force Majeure

Lingova shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these terms if such failure or delay is due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

Natural disasters (earthquakes, typhoons, floods)
Pandemics or public health emergencies
Acts of war or terrorism
Government restrictions or regulations

Power outages or telecommunications failures
Labor disputes or strikes
Supplier failures
Other events beyond our control

In such events, we will make reasonable efforts to resume normal operations and may offer alternative arrangements where feasible.

Dispute Resolution

1. Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to seek an informal resolution of any dispute. Many concerns can be resolved quickly through good-faith discussion.

2. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

3. Jurisdiction and Venue

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Tokyo, Japan, and you irrevocably consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

4. Class Action Waiver

To the extent permitted by law, you agree to resolve disputes with Lingova on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in class actions or representative proceedings.

Severability and Waiver

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision shall be effective only if in writing and signed by authorized representatives of Lingova.

Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Lingova regarding the use of our services and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements, whether written or oral.

No amendment, modification, or waiver of any provision of these terms shall be effective unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate any of your rights or obligations under these Terms and Conditions without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

Any attempted assignment in violation of this provision shall be null and void.

Survival

The following provisions shall survive termination of these Terms and Conditions: Intellectual Property Rights, Indemnification, Limitation of Liability, Disclaimers, Dispute Resolution, and any other provisions that by their nature should reasonably survive termination.