Terms of Service
These Terms of Service govern your use of SocialMaster Academy's educational platform, courses, and related services. By accessing our website or enrolling in our programs, you agree to be bound by these terms and our commitment to providing exceptional social media education.
Effective Date: July 22, 2025
Last Updated: July 30, 2025
Service Usage Terms
Acceptable Use Policy
Our platform is designed to provide professional social media education in a respectful and productive environment. You agree to use our services responsibly and in accordance with the following guidelines:
Educational Purpose
Use course materials, discussions, and resources solely for legitimate educational and professional development purposes
Respectful Communication
Maintain professional conduct in all interactions with instructors, staff, and fellow students
Original Work
Submit authentic assignments and properly attribute any external sources or references
Prohibited Activities
The following activities are strictly prohibited and may result in immediate account suspension or termination:
- Sharing course content, materials, or login credentials with unauthorized individuals
- Harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior toward other users
- Attempting to hack, disrupt, or compromise platform security
- Using automated tools to access content without explicit permission
- Violating intellectual property rights or distributing copyrighted materials
Course Access Guidelines
Access Duration
- • Course materials available for 12 months from enrollment
- • Live session recordings accessible for 6 months
- • Assignment feedback retained throughout access period
- • Certificate download available permanently
Usage Limits
- • Personal use only - no commercial redistribution
- • Maximum 3 concurrent device logins
- • No offline downloading without explicit permission
- • Forum participation limited to enrolled students
Account and Access Management
Account Creation Requirements
To enroll in our courses and access the learning platform, you must create an account with accurate and complete information. Account requirements include:
Account Security Responsibilities
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and all activities that occur under your credentials. This includes:
Password Protection
Keep your login credentials confidential and notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
Account Monitoring
Review account activity regularly and report suspicious behavior or unauthorized transactions
Information Updates
Maintain current contact information and notify us of any changes affecting your enrollment
Account Suspension and Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or pose risks to our educational community. Circumstances may include:
Temporary Suspension
- • Violation of acceptable use policies
- • Suspected fraudulent activity
- • Non-payment of course fees
- • Technical security concerns
Permanent Termination
- • Repeated policy violations
- • Harassment or inappropriate behavior
- • Intellectual property infringement
- • Legal compliance requirements
Appeal Process: Account suspensions and terminations can be appealed through our contact form within 30 days. We will review each case individually and respond within 10 business days.
Service Availability and Limitations
Service Uptime and Maintenance
We strive to maintain continuous service availability while acknowledging that some interruptions may be necessary for improvements and maintenance:
Uptime Target
99.5% monthly availability during regular business hours
Maintenance Windows
Scheduled updates on Sundays 11 PM - 3 AM Sri Lankan time
Advance Notice
48-hour notification for planned maintenance via email
Feature Availability
Our educational platform includes various features designed to enhance your learning experience. Availability may vary based on your course enrollment and subscription level:
Core Learning Features
Video lectures, downloadable resources, assignments, and basic progress tracking available to all enrolled students
Interactive Features
Live sessions, discussion forums, peer collaboration tools, and instructor feedback available during active enrollment
Premium Services
Career coaching, portfolio reviews, industry networking events, and job placement assistance available for premium course enrollments
Geographic Restrictions
While our online platform is accessible globally, certain features and services may have geographic limitations:
Available Worldwide
- • Core online course content
- • Digital certifications
- • Self-paced learning materials
- • Email support services
Regional Limitations
- • In-person workshops (Sri Lanka only)
- • Local job placement assistance
- • Direct employer networking events
- • Phone support (business hours only)
Service Modifications and Updates
We continuously improve our educational offerings and platform capabilities. Changes may include:
Feature Enhancements
New tools, improved functionality, and expanded course content added regularly
Content Updates
Course materials refreshed to reflect current industry trends and platform changes
Service Discontinuation
Outdated features removed with 90-day advance notice and migration support
Notification Policy: Major service changes are communicated via email and platform announcements. Students enrolled in affected courses receive personalized transition support and alternative access options when applicable.
Intellectual Property and Content Rights
Our Content Ownership
All course materials, videos, presentations, assignments, and related educational content are the intellectual property of SocialMaster Academy. This includes original frameworks, methodologies, and teaching materials developed by our instructors and curriculum team.
Your Content Rights
You retain ownership of original work created during your courses, including assignments, projects, and portfolio pieces. By submitting work for evaluation, you grant us a limited license to review, provide feedback, and use anonymized examples for educational purposes.
Usage Restrictions
Course content is licensed for your personal educational use only. Commercial redistribution, public sharing, or creating derivative training materials based on our content is prohibited without explicit written permission. Violation of these terms may result in legal action and immediate account termination.