Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Welcome to Landscape Design Academy. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website landscapedesigncourses.org and our educational services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our services.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our services and make purchases. By using our services, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• All information you provide is accurate and complete
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• You will not use our services for any unlawful purpose

3. Account Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features and purchase courses, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of your login credentials
• Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

3.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of our services or other users
• Non-payment of fees
• Prolonged inactivity

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [email protected]. Account termination does not relieve you of payment obligations for services already rendered.

4. Course Enrollment and Access

4.1 Course Purchase

When you purchase a course:

• You receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access course materials
• Access is granted for personal, non-commercial use only
• Course access begins upon successful payment processing
• Unless otherwise specified, you receive lifetime access to purchased courses
• We may update or modify course content to improve quality or accuracy

4.2 Course Materials

All course materials, including videos, documents, images, quizzes, and other content, are protected by intellectual property rights. You agree not to:

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute course materials without authorization
• Share your login credentials with others
• Download or record course content for redistribution
• Use course materials for commercial purposes
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
• Remove copyright notices or proprietary markings

4.3 Certification

Upon successful completion of courses, you may receive a certificate of completion. Certificates:

• Verify completion of course requirements
• Are for personal use and professional development
• Do not constitute professional licensure or accreditation
• Must not be misrepresented or used fraudulently
• Remain the property of Landscape Design Academy

5. Payment and Fees

5.1 Pricing

All prices are displayed in US Dollars (USD) and are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to:

• Modify course prices at any time
• Offer promotional discounts or special pricing
• Correct pricing errors on our website

Price changes do not affect courses already purchased.

5.2 Payment Processing

Payment must be made at the time of purchase using accepted payment methods. You agree to:

• Provide valid payment information
• Authorize us to charge your payment method for applicable fees
• Pay all applicable taxes and charges
• Resolve any payment disputes directly with your payment provider

We use third-party payment processors to securely handle transactions. We do not store complete credit card information on our servers.

5.3 Billing

You will receive an email receipt upon successful payment. If you believe there is an error in billing, contact us within 30 days at [email protected].

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

All content on our website and in our courses, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, software, and compilation, is the property of Landscape Design Academy or our content suppliers and is protected by:

• Copyright laws
• Trademark laws
• Patent laws
• Trade secret laws
• Other intellectual property rights

6.2 Trademarks

"Landscape Design Academy" and related logos, graphics, and service names are trademarks of Landscape Design Academy. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission.

6.3 User Content

If you submit content to our website (reviews, comments, forum posts, project submissions), you:

• Retain ownership of your content
• Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content
• Represent that you have the right to submit the content
• Warrant that your content does not infringe third-party rights
• Agree that your content does not contain illegal, offensive, or harmful material

7. User Conduct

You agree to use our services responsibly and legally. Prohibited activities include:

• Violating any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringing intellectual property rights
• Transmitting viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfering with other users' access or enjoyment of services
• Harassing, threatening, or defaming others
• Collecting user information without consent
• Using automated systems to access our website (bots, scrapers)
• Impersonating others or misrepresenting your affiliation
• Engaging in fraudulent or deceptive practices

8. Disclaimers

8.1 Educational Purpose

Our courses are designed for educational and informational purposes. We do not guarantee:

• Specific career outcomes or employment
• Professional licensure or certification from third-party organizations
• Particular skills or competency levels
• Business success or income generation

8.2 "As Is" Basis

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Uninterrupted or error-free service
• Accuracy or completeness of content

8.3 Third-Party Content

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for:

• The availability or accuracy of external sites
• Content, products, or services on third-party sites
• Privacy practices of external sites

Links to third-party sites do not imply endorsement.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Landscape Design Academy and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and instructors shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Service interruptions or technical failures
• Unauthorized access to your account or data
• Errors or omissions in course content
• Actions or conduct of third parties

Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific course or service at issue, or $100, whichever is greater.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Landscape Design Academy and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and instructors from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of third parties
• Your content or submissions
• Your negligent or wrongful conduct

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.2 Arbitration

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court to protect intellectual property rights.

11.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive any right to bring or participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.

11.4 Informal Resolution

Before initiating arbitration, you agree to contact us at [email protected] to attempt informal resolution. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve disputes amicably.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

• Breach of these Terms
• Request by law enforcement or government agencies
• Unexpected technical issues
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Fraudulent or illegal activity

Upon termination:

• Your right to access courses and materials ceases immediately
• Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect
• You remain liable for all obligations incurred prior to termination

13. General Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Landscape Design Academy regarding use of our services.

13.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13.3 Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

13.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or technical failures.

13.6 Notices

All notices to you will be sent to the email address associated with your account. Notices to us should be sent to [email protected] or our physical address.

14. Contact Information

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

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +298933405
• Mail: Landscape Design Academy, 808 Vosloo Ford, Pamelamouth, EC 5921, South Africa
• Registration No: 14885322

15. Acknowledgment

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of our services immediately.