Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Smart Brain Tutorial Learning Center (referred to as "SBTLC," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms and Conditions (the "Terms") govern your access to and use of our online tutoring services (the "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

2. Services Offered

SBTLC provides a range of educational services, including but not limited to:

• Individual Tutoring: Personalized one-on-one tutoring sessions.
• Group Classes: Collaborative learning in group settings.
• Self-Paced Modules: Flexible learning options for students to progress at their own pace.
• Workshops and Webinars: Educational sessions on various topics.
• Mentorship Programs: Guidance for aspiring educators and students.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Financial assistance for underprivileged students.

3. Eligibility

To use our Services, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old, or
• Have parental or guardian consent if under 18 years of age.

By using our Services, you represent that you meet these eligibility requirements.

4. Account Registration

• Creating an Account: Users must create an account to access certain features. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
• Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

5. Payment Terms

• Tuition Fees: Users agree to pay all fees associated with the Services as outlined on our website. Fees may vary based on service type, duration, and frequency.
• Payment Methods: Payments must be made using the methods provided on our website, which may include bank transfers, credit/debit cards, and other online payment methods.
• Refund Policy: Refunds may be issued at our discretion, as outlined in our refund policy on the website. Refund requests must be made within a specified period after the service is rendered.

6. User Responsibilities

You agree to use our Services in a manner that complies with all applicable laws and regulations and to:

• Provide accurate information during the registration process.
• Not engage in any conduct that disrupts or interferes with the Services.
• Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity.
• Comply with the Republic Act No. 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012) regarding the handling of personal information.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

• Ownership: All content provided through our Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of SBTLC or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
• Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes.

8. Termination

SBTLC reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or SBTLC.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SBTLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use of our Services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by you for the Services in the preceding three months.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SBTLC, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of the Services or your violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Insert Applicable Jurisdiction in the Philippines].

12. Modifications to Terms

SBTLC reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Terms on our website. Your continued use of the Services after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

13. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy.