1. Introduction
Welcome to Bilbo B.V. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the website located at bilbowebacademy.com and all associated services provided by Bilbo B.V., a company registered in the Netherlands with its registered office at Boxbergerweg 71, 7431 PL Diepenveen, Netherlands.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website or our services.
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Bilbo B.V. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Your continued use of the website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified terms.
2. Definitions
For the purposes of these Terms of Use:
- Company, We, Us, or Our refers to Bilbo B.V., registered in the Netherlands.
- Website refers to bilbowebacademy.com and all associated pages and services.
- User, You, or Your refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the website.
- Services refers to all educational programs, courses, materials, and related offerings provided by Bilbo B.V.
- Content refers to all text, images, videos, graphics, and other materials available on the website.
- Course Materials refers to all educational content, assignments, videos, documents, and resources provided as part of our educational programs.
3. Eligibility and Account Registration
3.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years of age to enroll in our courses or use our services. By using this website, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
3.2 Account Information
When you register for a course or create an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
3.3 Account Security
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account information.
4. Educational Services
4.1 Nature of Services
Bilbo B.V. provides educational courses and programs in the field of web design. Our services are designed for educational purposes only and are targeted at residents of Canada.
4.2 Course Enrollment
Enrollment in courses is subject to availability and acceptance by Bilbo B.V. We reserve the right to refuse enrollment to any individual at our sole discretion.
4.3 Course Content and Schedule
We reserve the right to modify course content, schedules, instructors, and delivery methods at any time. While we strive to maintain consistency, changes may be necessary to ensure quality education and adapt to evolving industry standards.
4.4 Access to Course Materials
Upon successful enrollment and payment, you will receive access to course materials for the duration specified in your enrollment agreement. Access may be revoked upon completion of the course or in case of violation of these terms.
5. Payment Terms
5.1 Course Fees
Course fees are stated on the website and provided during the enrollment process. All fees are subject to change without prior notice. However, changes will not affect enrollments already confirmed.
5.2 Payment Methods
Payment information and accepted methods will be communicated to you during the enrollment process. Payment must be received before access to course materials is granted.
5.3 Refund Policy
Refund requests must be submitted in writing within the timeframe specified in your enrollment agreement. Refunds are processed at our discretion and subject to the terms communicated at the time of enrollment.
5.4 Currency
All financial transactions are processed in accordance with Netherlands banking regulations. Currency and conversion rates will be specified during the payment process.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Ownership
All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and software, is the property of Bilbo B.V. or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
6.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the course materials solely for your personal educational purposes. This license does not include any right to:
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or resell any portion of the website or course materials
- Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works
- Distribute, transmit, or publicly display course materials
- Use course materials for commercial purposes
- Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
6.3 Student Work
You retain ownership of original work you create during courses. However, by submitting work for evaluation or display, you grant Bilbo B.V. a non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, and display your work for educational and promotional purposes.
7. User Conduct and Responsibilities
7.1 Acceptable Use
You agree to use the website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Use. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe upon the rights of others
- Transmit any harmful or malicious code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website
- Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
- Collect or harvest information about other users
- Use the website for any fraudulent or unlawful purpose
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Share your account credentials with others
7.2 Prohibited Activities
You may not use our services to:
- Reproduce, redistribute, or resell course materials
- Create competing educational products or services
- Record, screenshot, or capture course videos or materials for distribution
- Share login credentials with unauthorized individuals
- Post or transmit offensive, harassing, or inappropriate content
8. Disclaimers and Limitations
8.1 Educational Purpose
All materials and services provided by Bilbo B.V. are for educational purposes only. The information provided does not constitute professional advice and should not be relied upon as such.
8.2 No Guarantees
Bilbo B.V. makes no guarantees regarding:
- Employment outcomes or career advancement
- Specific learning results or skill acquisition
- Financial benefits or income generation
- Professional success or business outcomes
- Certification or accreditation recognition
8.3 Individual Results
Learning outcomes depend on individual preparation, commitment, effort, and circumstances. Results may vary significantly between students.
8.4 Website Availability
While we strive to maintain continuous availability, we do not guarantee that the website will be available at all times. We may suspend, withdraw, or restrict access to the website without notice for maintenance, updates, or other reasons.
8.5 Third-Party Content
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.
9. Limitation of Liability
9.1 Disclaimer of Warranties
The website and all services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
9.2 Limitation of Damages
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bilbo B.V., its directors, employees, instructors, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill, arising from:
- Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the website or services
- Any conduct or content of any third party on the website
- Any content obtained from the website
- Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your content or information
9.3 Maximum Liability
In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount paid by you to Bilbo B.V. in the twelve months preceding the claim.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bilbo B.V., its affiliates, instructors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with:
- Your access to or use of the website or services
- Your violation of these Terms of Use
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
- Your conduct in connection with the services
- Any content you submit or transmit through the website
11. Termination
11.1 Termination by User
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your access to course materials will cease, subject to any refund policies in effect.
11.2 Termination by Bilbo B.V.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account and access to services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms of Use
- Fraudulent or illegal activity
- Non-payment of fees
- Disruptive or inappropriate behavior
- Breach of intellectual property rights
11.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, all licenses and rights granted to you will immediately cease. You must immediately cease all use of the website and course materials. Provisions of these terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.
12. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data collection and processing practices.
By using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal information as described in the Privacy Policy.
13. Communications
13.1 Electronic Communications
By using our services, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These communications may include notices about your account, course updates, promotional materials, and other information. You agree that all agreements, notices, and other communications that we provide electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.
13.2 Opting Out
You may opt out of promotional communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us directly. However, you may not opt out of service-related communications that are necessary for the administration of your account.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
14.1 Governing Law
These Terms of Use and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Netherlands, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
14.2 Jurisdiction
Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms of Use shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in the Netherlands. You hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.
14.3 Dispute Resolution
Before initiating any legal proceedings, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve any dispute informally. We commit to working in good faith to resolve disputes amicably.
15. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated through the website or via email.
Your continued use of the website and services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you must discontinue use of the website and services.
It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use periodically to stay informed of updates.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving the original intent.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published on the website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bilbo B.V. regarding the use of the website and services, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.
18. Waiver
No waiver by Bilbo B.V. of any term or condition set forth in these Terms of Use shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition. Any failure to assert a right or provision under these Terms of Use shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
19. Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms of Use or your rights and obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms of Use and our rights and obligations at our sole discretion without notice or consent.
20. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use or our services, please contact us:
21. Acknowledgment
By using this website and our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. You represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement and that you are not prohibited from using the services under applicable law.