Terms of Service

Welcome to WorksheetBridge

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of WorksheetBridge's educational platform, including our website, mobile applications, and all related services (collectively, the "Service"). WorksheetBridge is designed to help students learn English through cultural understanding and provide comprehensive resources for educators.

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

Agreement to Terms

By creating an account, accessing content, or using any part of WorksheetBridge, you confirm that:

• You have read and understand these Terms
• You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• You are at least 13 years old, or have parental consent if under 13
• You have the authority to enter into this agreement

Updates to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

• We will notify users via email and platform notifications
• Updated Terms will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date
• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
• Significant changes will include a 30-day notice period

2. Service Description

Educational Platform

WorksheetBridge provides:

• Interactive English lessons with cultural context
• Worksheets and educational materials for students
• Teaching resources and lesson plans for educators
• Progress tracking and assessment tools
• Community features for educational discussion

Free Access Period

During our launch phase, all core features are available at no cost. This includes:

• Complete access to lesson library
• Downloadable teacher resources
• Student progress tracking
• Community forum participation

3. User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account by providing:

• Valid email address
• Secure password
• Basic profile information
• Account type (student, teacher, or institution)

Account Security

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Using accurate and up-to-date information

Minors and Parental Consent

For users under 18:

• Users under 13 require verified parental consent
• Parents may review and control their child's account
• Additional privacy protections apply (see Privacy Policy)
• Parents can request account deletion at any time

4. Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use WorksheetBridge to:

• Learn English through our educational content
• Access and download teaching resources
• Participate in educational discussions
• Share appropriate educational experiences
• Provide constructive feedback on lessons

Prohibited Activities

You may not:

• Copy, distribute, or resell our copyrighted materials
• Use the platform for commercial purposes without authorization
• Upload harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Interfere with other users' learning experience
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use automated tools to access content (bots, scrapers)
• Share account credentials with others

5. Educational Content and Materials

Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy in our educational materials:

• Content is designed for educational purposes
• We regularly update materials based on feedback
• Cultural information reflects general perspectives, not universal truths
• Grammar rules may vary between English variants (British, American, etc.)

Student Use

Students may:

• Access all lessons appropriate to their level
• Download worksheets for personal study
• Print materials for offline learning
• Share progress with parents and teachers

Content Updates

• We regularly add new lessons and materials
• Existing content may be updated for accuracy
• Deprecated materials will remain available for 90 days
• Users will be notified of significant content changes

6. Teacher Resources and Classroom Use

Permitted Teacher Use

Educators may:

• Download and print lesson plans for classroom use
• Modify worksheets to fit specific student needs
• Use materials in face-to-face and online classes
• Share resources with colleagues in their institution
• Create derivative works for classroom use

Restrictions

• Materials cannot be sold or distributed commercially
• Attribution to WorksheetBridge must be maintained
• Sharing outside your institution requires our permission
• Cannot create competing educational platforms using our content

Institutional Use

Schools and educational institutions may:

• Create institutional accounts for their teachers
• Use materials across multiple classes and departments
• Access aggregated student progress data (with proper consent)
• Request custom content or features (premium service)

7. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

WorksheetBridge owns or licenses:

• All lesson content, worksheets, and educational materials
• Platform software and user interface
• Trademarks, logos, and branding elements
• Assessment frameworks and progress tracking systems

Third-Party Content

Some materials may include:

• Licensed images and multimedia content
• References to cultural materials under fair use
• Links to external educational resources

Creative Commons and Open Resources

Where applicable, we may license certain materials under Creative Commons or similar open licenses, which will be clearly marked.

Copyright Infringement

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your copyrighted work has been used improperly, please contact us with:

• Description of the copyrighted work
• Location of the allegedly infringing material
• Your contact information and authority to act
• Good faith statement of unauthorized use

8. User-Generated Content

Content You Share

When you post content on WorksheetBridge (comments, forum posts, feedback), you:

• Retain ownership of your original content
• Grant us a license to display and distribute it on the platform
• Confirm you have the right to share the content
• Agree to our community guidelines

Content Standards

All user content must:

• Be appropriate for an educational environment
• Respect cultural differences and diversity
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Not infringe on others' intellectual property rights

Content Moderation

• We reserve the right to remove inappropriate content
• Community reporting helps maintain quality standards
• Repeated violations may result in account restrictions
• Appeals process available for content removal decisions

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our comprehensive Privacy Policy explains:

• What information we collect and why
• How we protect student and teacher data
• Your rights and control over your information
• Compliance with GDPR, COPPA, and FERPA

10. Payment Terms and Future Pricing

Current Free Access

During our launch phase:

• All content and features are completely free
• No payment information required
• Early users will receive grandfathered pricing on future premium features

Future Premium Features

Planned premium services may include:

• Advanced analytics and reporting
• Institutional management tools
• Custom content development
• Priority support and training

Pricing Policy

• We will provide 60 days notice before introducing any fees
• Core educational content will remain accessible
• Early adopters receive special pricing considerations
• Educational institutions may qualify for nonprofit discounts

11. Account Termination and Suspension

Voluntary Termination

You may terminate your account at any time by:

• Using the account deletion feature in your profile
• Contacting our support team
• Following data deletion procedures outlined in our Privacy Policy

Termination by WorksheetBridge

We may suspend or terminate accounts for:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Inappropriate behavior toward other users
• Fraudulent or illegal activities
• Violation of intellectual property rights

Effects of Termination

• Access to the platform and content will cease
• Personal data will be handled according to our Privacy Policy
• Downloaded materials for educational use may be retained
• Community contributions may remain anonymized

12. Disclaimers and Warranties

Educational Purpose

WorksheetBridge is designed as an educational tool:

• Content is for learning purposes and may not reflect all cultural perspectives
• Language learning requires practice beyond our platform
• Individual results may vary based on learning styles and effort
• We do not guarantee specific educational outcomes

Service Availability

We strive for reliable service but cannot guarantee:

• Uninterrupted access to the platform
• Error-free operation at all times
• Compatibility with all devices and browsers
• Immediate resolution of technical issues

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• WorksheetBridge's liability is limited to the amount paid for services (currently $0)
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• This includes lost profits, data loss, or business interruption
• Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability, so these limits may not apply to you

Educational Context

We are not responsible for:

• Educational outcomes or language proficiency levels achieved
• Decisions made by educational institutions based on our materials
• Cultural misunderstandings that may arise from content
• Technical issues affecting student assessments or progress

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

For any disputes:

• First, contact our support team to attempt resolution
• Mediation may be pursued for educational disputes
• Legal proceedings subject to jurisdiction of [Your Courts]
• Class action waiver applies where legally permissible

International Users

Users outside [Your Country] acknowledge that data may be processed in [Your Country] and consent to the jurisdiction of our courts for legal matters.

15. Miscellaneous Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the complete agreement between you and WorksheetBridge.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Language

These Terms are provided in English. Any translations are for convenience only, and the English version controls in case of conflicts.

Assignment

You may not transfer your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights and obligations to a successor entity.