Terms of Service
Welcome to CheapGroupBuys! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, platform, and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
📋 Table of Contents
📋 Acceptance of Terms
Agreement to Terms
By using CheapGroupBuys, you acknowledge that you have:
- Read and understood these Terms
- Agree to be legally bound by all provisions
- Are at least 18 years old or have parental consent
- Have the authority to enter into this agreement
Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time by:
- Posting updated Terms on our website
- Sending email notifications of material changes
- Providing 30 days notice before changes take effect
- Your continued use constitutes acceptance of new Terms
🏢 About Our Service
What We Provide
CheapGroupBuys is a platform that:
- Facilitates group buying of online courses
- Negotiates discounted prices with course providers
- Provides access to purchased courses
- Offers community features for learners
How Group Buying Works
1. Course Listings: We display available courses with group buy pricing
2. Pledging: Users pledge to join group buys without immediate payment
3. Goal Achievement: Purchases are completed when minimum participants join
4. Course Access: Successful participants receive course access
5. Failed Group Buys: No charges if minimum participants not reached
👤 User Accounts
Account Creation
To use our services, you must:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Maintain current and valid contact details
- Keep your password secure and confidential
- Notify us immediately of any security breaches
Account Responsibilities
You are responsible for:
- All activities under your account
- Maintaining account security
- Complying with these Terms
- Paying all applicable fees
Account Termination
We may suspend or terminate accounts for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent or illegal activity
- Extended periods of inactivity
- Non-payment of fees
💳 Payment Terms
Group Buy Process
Pledging Phase:
- No payment required to pledge
- Pledges are commitments to purchase if goal is met
- You can withdraw pledges before goal achievement
- No cancellation fees during pledge phase
Payment Phase:
- Payment required within 48 hours of goal achievement
- Multiple payment methods accepted
- Failed payments may result in loss of course access
- Currency conversions subject to current exchange rates
Pricing and Fees
- Course prices clearly displayed
- No hidden fees or charges
- Payment processing fees may apply
- Taxes calculated based on your location
Refunds
- 30-day money-back guarantee on all purchases
- Refunds processed according to our Refund Policy
- Failed group buys result in automatic refunds
- Refund amounts may be affected by processing fees
📚 Course Access and Usage
License to Course Content
Upon successful purchase, you receive:
- Personal, non-transferable license to course content
- Right to access course for duration specified
- Permission to download allowed materials for personal use
- Access to course updates and additional materials
Usage Restrictions
You may NOT:
- Share login credentials with others
- Download or distribute copyrighted content
- Resell or sublicense course access
- Use content for commercial purposes without permission
- Circumvent access controls or security measures
Course Availability
- We strive to maintain continuous course access
- Technical issues may temporarily affect availability
- Course providers may modify or remove content
- We'll provide notice of significant changes when possible
🚫 Prohibited Conduct
Unacceptable Behavior
Users must not:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Harass, threaten, or harm other users
- Post inappropriate or offensive content
- Attempt to hack or disrupt our systems
Consequences
Violations may result in:
- Warning notifications
- Temporary account suspension
- Permanent account termination
- Legal action if necessary
- Forfeiture of course access without refund
🔒 Intellectual Property
Our Content
CheapGroupBuys owns:
- Website design and functionality
- Platform software and features
- Logos, trademarks, and branding
- User interface and experience elements
Course Content
Course providers retain ownership of:
- All course materials and content
- Intellectual property rights
- Copyrights and trademarks
- Licensed content and resources
User Content
Content you submit (reviews, forum posts, etc.):
- Remains your property
- Grants us license to use for platform purposes
- Must not infringe on others' rights
- Subject to our community guidelines
⚠️ Disclaimers and Limitations
Service Availability
We provide services "as is" and:
- Cannot guarantee uninterrupted service
- May experience technical difficulties
- Perform maintenance that affects availability
- Reserve right to modify features
Course Quality
While we curate courses, we:
- Don't guarantee specific learning outcomes
- Are not responsible for course content quality
- Cannot control course provider actions
- Recommend reviewing course details before purchasing
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- Our liability is limited to amount paid for services
- We're not liable for indirect or consequential damages
- Time limitations may apply to claims
- Some jurisdictions don't allow certain limitations
🏛️ Legal Terms
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by:
- Laws of [Your State/Country]
- Federal laws where applicable
- International treaties for cross-border issues
- Local consumer protection regulations
Dispute Resolution
Informal Resolution:
- Contact us first to resolve disputes amicably
- We'll work in good faith to address concerns
- Allow 60 days for informal resolution attempts
Formal Arbitration:
- Binding arbitration for unresolved disputes
- Individual basis only (no class actions)
- Conducted under applicable arbitration rules
Exceptions to Arbitration:
The following may be pursued in court:
- Intellectual property disputes
- Small claims court matters
- Injunctive relief requests
- Government enforcement actions
📞 Contact and Support
Customer Service
For questions about these Terms:
Email: legal@cheapgroupbuys.com
Phone: 1-800-GROUPBUY
Live Chat: Available Mon-Fri, 9 AM-6 PM EST
Business Information
CheapGroupBuys LLC
Registered Address: 123 Learning Street, Education City, EC 12345
Business Registration: [Registration Number]
Contact: legal@cheapgroupbuys.com
By using CheapGroupBuys, you agree to these Terms and our commitment to providing excellent educational opportunities through group buying.