Terms of Service for Thomas Power's Computer Science NEA

Effective Date: 6th September 2024

Welcome to Thomas Power's Computer Science NEA (referred to as "the Website"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use the Website.

1. Account Registration

  • Eligibility: You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. If you are under 13, you must obtain parental or guardian consent.
  • Account Security: When you create an account, you agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and are fully responsible for all activities under your account.
  • OAuth & Password Security: You may sign in using Google or Microsoft OAuth or email/password. Passwords are hashed for security. Never share your password.

2. Acceptable Use

By using the Website, you agree not to:

  • Misuse the Service: You may not interfere with, disrupt, or misuse any features of the Website, including attempting to exploit the AI evaluation system or manipulate leaderboards.
  • Post Inappropriate Content: Do not submit content that is offensive, harmful, illegal, or in violation of any laws or rights of others (e.g., through your input data, username, or avatar).
  • Automated Access: You may not use bots, scrapers, or other automated tools to interact with the Website.
  • Impersonation: Do not impersonate other users, attempt to steal accounts, or falsely represent yourself.

3. AI Usage

The Website uses AI (e.g., OpenAI) to evaluate your exam answers. You agree that:

  • Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy in AI evaluations, the feedback provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered final or definitive.
  • Input Content: You are responsible for ensuring that any input (answers, content) you provide for AI evaluation does not violate any laws, rights, or terms of this agreement.

4. Leaderboard and Friends System

  • Public Information: Your username and avatar are visible to other users on leaderboards and through the friends system. Choose content that is appropriate for public display.
  • Fair Play: Any attempt to manipulate or game the leaderboard system (e.g., using multiple accounts, falsifying inputs) is strictly prohibited and will result in account suspension or termination.

5. User-Generated Content

  • Content Ownership: You retain ownership of the content you submit (e.g., exam answers, avatars), but you grant the Website a license to use, process, and display it for the purposes of providing the service.
  • Content Moderation: We reserve the right to review and remove content that violates these terms or is deemed inappropriate.

6. Termination of Account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for any violation of these Terms of Service, including but not limited to misuse of the Website, posting inappropriate content, or engaging in fraudulent activities.

7. Data Privacy

We take your privacy seriously. For details on how we handle your data, please review our [Privacy Policy] (link to privacy policy). By using the Website, you consent to the collection and processing of your data as described in the Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or that its features (including AI grading) will be completely accurate. You use the Website at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Thomas Power and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the Website or reliance on its content.

10. Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the Website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that jurisdiction.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at tpower@highstorrs-mlt.co.uk.

By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.