Terms of Service

Terms of Service for Online Tech University

Last Updated: October 1, 2023

1. Introduction

Welcome to Online Tech University! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Online Tech University website, online platforms, services, and any related applications (collectively, the "Services"). Please read these Terms carefully, as they constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Online Tech University ("we," "our," or "us").

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

2. Definitions

Throughout these Terms, the following definitions apply:

  • "User," "you," or "your" refers to any individual, entity, or organization that accesses or uses our Services.
  • "Content" refers to any text, images, videos, audio, graphics, software, data, information, or other materials that are available through our Services.
  • "Student" refers to any individual enrolled in our educational programs or courses.
  • "Visitor" refers to any individual who accesses or uses our Services without being enrolled in our educational programs.
  • "User Account" refers to an account created by a User to access or use certain features of our Services.

3. Eligibility and User Accounts

3.1 Eligibility Requirements

To access or use our Services, you must be at least 16 years of age. If you are under 18 years of age, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to access or use our Services, and they have read and agreed to these Terms on your behalf.

3.2 Account Creation and Responsibility

Some features of our Services may require you to create a User Account. When creating 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. You agree to:

  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach
  • Ensure you exit from your account at the end of each session
  • Not share your account credentials with any third party

We reserve the right to disable any User Account at any time if, in our opinion, you have failed to comply with these Terms or if we believe your account is being used fraudulently.

4. Services and Content

4.1 Service Description

Our Services include, but are not limited to, the provision of educational content, online learning platforms, admissions and application processing, campus information, research resources, and other related services that Online Tech University may offer from time to time.

4.2 Modifications to Services

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

4.3 Content Ownership and Licensing

All Content provided through our Services is owned by or licensed to Online Tech University and is protected by intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Content solely for your personal, non-commercial educational purposes.

4.4 Prohibited Uses of Content

You agree not to:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, display, perform, or create derivative works of any Content without our prior written permission
  • Use any Content for commercial purposes
  • Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from any Content
  • Transfer the Content to another person or "mirror" the Content on any other server
  • Attempt to decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble any software contained within our Services

5. User Conduct

By using our Services, you agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
  • Use our Services in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Services
  • Use any robot, spider, or other automated device to access our Services except for search engines and public archives
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our Services or any systems or networks connected to our Services
  • Use our Services to send unsolicited communications, promotions, or advertisements
  • Upload, post, or transmit any Content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable
  • Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Services or servers or networks connected to the Services

6. Educational Programs and Enrollment

6.1 Admission and Enrollment

Admission to and enrollment in Online Tech University's educational programs are subject to separate terms, conditions, and requirements, which will be provided during the application and enrollment process. We reserve the right to change admission criteria, tuition, fees, course offerings, degree requirements, and policies at any time.

6.2 Academic Integrity

As a Student, you are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity. Acts of academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, falsification, or facilitating academic dishonesty, may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to failure of the course, suspension, or expulsion from the university.

6.3 Student Code of Conduct

All Students are expected to adhere to the Student Code of Conduct, which is provided separately upon enrollment. Violations of the Student Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to warnings, probation, suspension, or expulsion from the university.

7. Payment and Fees

Certain Services, including but not limited to enrollment in educational programs, may require payment of fees. By using such Services, you agree to pay all applicable fees as specified at the time of purchase or enrollment. All fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated in our refund policy or as required by applicable law.

We may change our fees at any time. We will provide notice of any fee changes by posting the new fees on our website or by notifying you directly. Your continued use of the Services after the fee change becomes effective constitutes your agreement to pay the updated fees.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy, available at Privacy Policy, explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

9.1 Disclaimers

OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

WE MAKE NO WARRANTY THAT (I) OUR SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, (II) OUR SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, (III) THE RESULTS THAT MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF OUR SERVICES WILL BE ACCURATE OR RELIABLE, OR (IV) THE QUALITY OF ANY PRODUCTS, SERVICES, INFORMATION, OR OTHER MATERIAL OBTAINED THROUGH OUR SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS.

9.2 Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL ONLINE TECH UNIVERSITY, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM (I) YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE OUR SERVICES; (II) ANY CONDUCT OR CONTENT OF ANY THIRD PARTY ON OUR SERVICES; (III) ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM OUR SERVICES; AND (IV) UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS, USE, OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR CONTENT, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, WHETHER OR NOT WE HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

IN JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES IS NOT ALLOWED, OUR LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Online Tech University, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that arise from or relate to (i) your use or misuse of our Services; (ii) your violation of these Terms; or (iii) your violation of any rights of another person or entity.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including, without limitation, if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use our Services will immediately cease.

All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. If we make changes, we will provide notice by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after the updated Terms are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Serbia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of our Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Belgrade, Serbia.

14. Miscellaneous

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other agreements expressly incorporated by reference herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Online Tech University concerning your use of our Services.

14.2 Waiver and Severability

Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14.3 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms, by operation of law or otherwise, without our prior written consent. Any attempt to assign or transfer these Terms without such consent will be null and void. We may freely assign or transfer these Terms without restriction.

14.4 Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Online Tech University
Terazije 23, 11000 Belgrade
Serbia

Email: legal@otu.edu.rs
Phone: +381 11 123 4567