Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to HomeHaven Design Academy ("we," "our," "us," or "Company"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you," "your," or "User") and HomeHaven Design Academy regarding your access to and use of our website at homehaven.com ("Website") and all associated services, including our interior design courses, educational materials, and related content ("Services").

By accessing, browsing, or using our Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of our Website and Services.

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

2. Company Information

HomeHaven Design Academy is a registered business operating in the United Kingdom.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years of age to use our Services. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

3.2 Account Creation

To access certain features and enroll in courses, you must create an account by providing accurate, complete, and current information. You agree to:

• Provide truthful and accurate registration information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion if you violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or for any other reason we deem appropriate. Upon termination, your right to access the Services will immediately cease.

4. Course Enrollment and Access

4.1 Course Purchase

When you purchase a course, you are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access the course materials for personal, non-commercial use. All prices are displayed in British Pounds (GBP) and include applicable VAT at the current rate of 20%.

4.2 Payment

Payment must be made in full at the time of enrollment using one of our accepted payment methods. All transactions are processed securely through third-party payment processors. By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method.

4.3 Access Period

Unless otherwise specified, course access is provided for the lifetime of the course. "Lifetime access" means for as long as the course remains available on our platform. We reserve the right to retire or modify courses, but will provide reasonable notice when possible.

4.4 Technical Requirements

You are responsible for ensuring you have the necessary equipment, internet connection, and technical capabilities to access our courses. Minimum requirements include a stable internet connection, modern web browser, and appropriate device (computer, tablet, or smartphone).

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Ownership

All content on our Website and within our courses, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, videos, audio, software, code, designs, logos, and course materials, is the exclusive property of HomeHaven Design Academy or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our course materials solely for your personal, non-commercial educational purposes. This license does not include the right to:

• Copy, reproduce, or duplicate course materials
• Distribute, sell, or transfer course content to third parties
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Use course materials for commercial purposes or training others
• Remove or alter copyright notices or proprietary marks
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software

5.3 Trademarks

HomeHaven Design Academy, our logo, and other marks are trademarks of our company. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent.

6. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

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

• Violating any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Sharing your account credentials with others or allowing unauthorized access
• Recording, downloading, or distributing course content without authorization
• Using our Services for any illegal or fraudulent purpose
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfering with or disrupting the Services or servers
• Uploading viruses, malware, or other malicious code
• Engaging in any form of harassment, abuse, or harmful behavior
• Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation
• Scraping, data mining, or using automated tools to access our content
• Circumventing security measures or access restrictions

7. Certificates and Credentials

Upon successful completion of a course, you may receive a certificate of completion. This certificate:

• Confirms your participation and completion of the course curriculum
• Does not constitute a professional license or accreditation
• Does not guarantee employment or professional opportunities
• May be used for personal portfolio and professional development purposes
• Remains our property and may be revoked if Terms are violated

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

8.1 Educational Purpose

Our courses are provided for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date content, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, or applicability of course materials to your specific circumstances.

8.2 No Professional Advice

The content provided through our Services does not constitute professional design advice, legal advice, financial advice, or any other form of professional consultation. You should consult with appropriate professionals for specific advice related to your situation.

8.3 No Guarantees

We do not guarantee any specific results, outcomes, or career advancement from completing our courses. Your success depends on various factors including your effort, skill, experience, and market conditions.

8.4 Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access. Our Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

8.5 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HomeHaven Design Academy, its directors, employees, affiliates, and partners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of our Services, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of the Services shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless HomeHaven Design Academy, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your misuse of the Services
• Your breach of any applicable laws or regulations

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by HomeHaven Design Academy. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any third-party content or services.

11. Privacy and Data Protection

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

12. Modification of Services

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our Services at any time, with or without notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts or all of the Services without liability.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, United Kingdom, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United Kingdom.

13.3 Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, we encourage you to first contact us at [email protected] to seek an informal resolution. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the UK courts.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the intent of the original provision.

15. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. No waiver of any term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and HomeHaven Design Academy regarding your use of the Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

17. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights and obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms at any time without restriction.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please contact us:

19. Acknowledgment

By using our Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, understand them, and agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services.