1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Berlin German School website and any services, content, or applications offered by us (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms, all applicable laws, and regulations, and agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you disagree with any part of the terms, then you may not access the Service.

2. User Obligations and Conduct

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else's use and enjoyment of the Service. Prohibited conduct includes:

• Submitting false or misleading information during the application or registration process.
• Attempting to interfere with the proper working of the Service, including hacking or introducing viruses.
• Using the Service to send unsolicited commercial communication ("spam").
• Violating any laws, rules, or regulations in connection with your use of the Service.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

The content on the Service, including all text, graphics, logos, images, software, and the compilation thereof, is the property of Berlin German School or its suppliers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or publicly perform any materials on our Service without prior written permission.

• **School Materials:** All educational content, curricula, and course materials provided remain the exclusive property of Berlin German School.
• **User Content:** By submitting content (e.g., assignment submissions, feedback), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with the Service.

4. Termination and Suspension

We may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including, without limitation, if you breach the Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. If you wish to terminate these Terms, you may simply discontinue using the Service.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. Berlin German School makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the operation of the Service or the content included therein. To the full extent permissible by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties. We will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of this Service, including, but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

6. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Kenya for the resolution of any legal matter arising from these Terms.