Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to Tutor Spaces (“Platform”). By using our Platform, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

2. User Responsibilities

You agree to use the Platform responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You are solely responsible for the content you upload or share on the Platform.

3. Content Disclaimer

We do not endorse or take responsibility for any content posted on the Platform. This includes, but is not limited to, the effectiveness of the content or any potential copyright infringements. We do not guarantee the quality or effectiveness of the tutors or the content they provide. Use this service at your own risk.

4. Copyright Infringement

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been infringed upon, please notify us with the following information:

  • A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed.
  • A description of where the material you claim is infringing is located on the Platform.
  • Your address, telephone number, and email address.
  • A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  • A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf.

We will review such notices within 15 business days and take appropriate action as required by law.

5. Refund Policy

Refunds will only be granted in cases where fraud or gross misrepresentation has occurred. This includes instances where:

  • The tutor did not conduct the class as advertised.
  • The tutor had no knowledge of the subject matter they claimed to teach.

To request a refund, please contact our support team with detailed information and any supporting evidence. If your refund claim is accepted, the refund will be issued within 30 business days.

6. Tutor Independence

Tutors using our Platform are not employees of Tutor Spaces. They are independent contractors who use our Platform to offer their services. We do not control or supervise the tutors, and they are solely responsible for the content and delivery of their tutoring sessions.

7. Academic Integrity

Our Platform is committed to upholding academic integrity. The use of our services to engage in plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty is strictly prohibited. Any user found to be repeatedly violating this policy may be banned from the Platform.

8. Privacy and Security

Your privacy is important to us. We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, we cannot guarantee absolute security, and you acknowledge that you provide your personal information at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tutor Spaces shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the Platform.

10. Payment Terms

Tutors are paid based on the prices they list for their courses and content. Payments are processed through a third-party payment processor, and tutors can request payouts once their balance exceeds $20 (CAD or USD, depending on location).

11. Commissions

Tutor Spaces will deduct a commission from the amount sent to the tutors. Commission rates vary from 5-20%.

12. Prohibited Activities

Users must not use the Platform for harassment, abuse, illegal activities, or commercial solicitation outside of the Platform.

13. User Content

Users are responsible for the content they submit, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all laws and regulations.

14. Monitoring and Enforcement

We reserve the right to monitor user activity and remove any content that violates these Terms and Conditions.

15. User Reviews

Students are encouraged to leave reviews for tutors in good faith. Tutor Spaces reserves the right to remove reviews at its discretion.

16. Content Marketing

We reserve the right to use any tutor’s content for marketing purposes. Tutors can request removal by contacting info@tutorspaces.com.

17. Personal Use

Students use the Platform through a personal, non-transferable license and agree not to reproduce or share content.

18. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the Platform indicates acceptance of the changes.

19. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns, please contact us at info@tutorspaces.com.

By using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.