1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Rybnik University Education Network (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Platform”). By accessing or using our website at www.RybnikUniversity.edu.pl (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Rybnik University Education Network. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We will indicate the “Effective Date” at the top of this document to reflect when changes were last made.
2. Nature of Our Service
2.1 Platform Description
Rybnik University Education Network is an international directory and connection platform that showcases independent instructors from around the world who offer private educational services online. We provide a digital space where instructors can display their credentials and where students globally can find and contact qualified educators.
2.2 What We Are NOT
Critical Notice: Rybnik University Education Network is NOT:
- An accredited university, college, or educational institution
- A degree-granting organization recognized by any governmental education authority
- An employer of the instructors listed on our platform
- A provider of educational content or courses directly
- Responsible for the quality, delivery, or outcomes of instruction provided by independent instructors
- An entity that controls curriculum, teaching methods, or educational standards of independent instructors
Name Clarification: The term “University” in our name refers to our network of independent educators and our commitment to connecting learners with educational expertise. It does not indicate institutional status, accreditation, or authority to grant degrees.
2.3 Independent Contractor Relationship
All instructors featured on our platform are independent contractors who operate their own educational services businesses from various international locations. Any agreement for educational services is made directly between you (the student) and the instructor. We are not a party to these agreements and assume no responsibility for them.
Instructors are solely responsible for:
- The content and quality of their instruction
- Their own business operations, taxes, and legal compliance
- Setting their own rates, schedules, and policies
- Compliance with laws in their jurisdiction
- Their professional conduct and ethics
3. User Eligibility
3.1 Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website independently and enter into agreements with instructors. Users under 18 may only use the Website under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms and takes responsibility for the minor’s use of the service.
3.2 Accurate Information
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when contacting instructors or using any features of the Website. You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of your information.
3.3 International Use
This Website is accessible globally. By accessing the Website you acknowledge that you are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
4. Use of the Website
4.1 Permitted Use
You may use the Website to:
- Browse instructor profiles and information
- Contact instructors regarding their educational services
- Learn about available instructors and their qualifications
- Access publicly available information and resources
- Communicate with our support team about platform-related questions
4.2 Prohibited Use
You may NOT:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
- Harass, abuse, threaten, or harm instructors, other users, or our staff
- Scrape, copy, or republish instructor information for commercial purposes without permission
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or related systems
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the Website without permission
- Collect personal information about other users without consent
- Post false, misleading, defamatory, or fraudulent content
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Use the Website to compete with our business or build a similar platform
- Contact instructors for purposes other than legitimate educational inquiry
5. Instructor Listings
5.1 Information Accuracy
While we make reasonable efforts to verify instructor credentials through our published verification process, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or currency of all information provided in instructor profiles. Information may become outdated between our annual verification reviews.
5.2 Instructor Independence
Each instructor is solely responsible for:
- The accuracy of information in their profile
- The quality, content, and delivery of their educational services
- Setting their own rates, payment terms, and policies
- Compliance with applicable laws and regulations in their jurisdiction
- Their own tax obligations and business licensing
- Any promises, warranties, or representations they make to students
- Their professional conduct and ethical standards
5.3 No Endorsement
Inclusion of an instructor on our platform does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, guarantee, or certification of their services by Rybnik University Education Network. We provide a platform for connection; we do not vouch for educational outcomes or instructor performance beyond our initial verification.
5.4 Profile Changes
Instructors may update their profiles at any time. We conduct annual verification reviews but cannot guarantee real-time accuracy of all profile information. Students should verify critical information directly with instructors.
6. Student-Instructor Agreements
6.1 Direct Contracts
Any arrangement for educational services is a direct contract between student and instructor. Rybnik University Education Network is not a party to these agreements and has no obligations under them.
Student and instructor directly determine:
- Specific curriculum and learning objectives
- Session frequency, duration, and schedule
- Total costs and payment terms
- Cancellation and refund policies
- Communication methods and expectations
- Materials and resources required
- Assessment methods and completion criteria
6.2 Payment
All payments for educational services are made directly between student and instructor using payment methods they mutually agree upon. We do not process, hold, escrow, or receive payment for instructional services.
Common Payment Methods: Instructors typically accept PayPal, bank transfers, Wise/TransferWise, credit cards (via third-party processors), or other digital payment platforms. Payment currency and method are negotiated directly.
6.3 Disputes
Any disputes regarding educational services, payment, quality of instruction, scheduling, cancellations, refunds, or other matters must be resolved directly between student and instructor. We do not mediate, arbitrate, or resolve such disputes. We are not responsible for dispute outcomes.
If you cannot resolve a dispute: You may contact us to report serious concerns about instructor conduct that violates professional ethics or our terms, but we do not guarantee any particular resolution or outcome.
7. Intellectual Property
7.1 Website Content
All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and the overall design and structure, is the property of Rybnik University Education Network or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
7.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Website content
- Use content for commercial purposes without written permission
- Remove copyright notices or proprietary markings
- Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
7.3 Instructor Content
Instructors retain ownership of their profile content, credentials, biographical information, and any materials they provide. By submitting content to the Website, instructors grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, and distribute such content on the platform for the purpose of operating our service.
7.4 Trademarks
“Rybnik University Education Network” and associated logos are trademarks of our organization. Use of these trademarks without permission is prohibited.
8. User Accounts and Security
8.1 Account Creation (If Applicable)
If the Website offers account creation for students or instructors, you are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
- Ensuring your account information remains current and accurate
8.2 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate any account that violates these Terms, engages in fraudulent activity, or for any other reason at our sole discretion.
9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
9.1 No Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND ALL INFORMATION, CONTENT, AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that:
- The Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Information on the Website is accurate, complete, reliable, or current
- Instructors listed will meet your expectations or requirements
- Educational services obtained through the platform will meet your needs or goals
- Any defects in the Website will be corrected
- The Website is free from viruses or other harmful components
9.2 Educational Outcomes
WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES, LEARNING RESULTS, SKILL ACQUISITION, JOB PLACEMENT, SALARY INCREASES, ACADEMIC SUCCESS, OR OTHER BENEFITS THAT MAY RESULT FROM EDUCATIONAL SERVICES OBTAINED THROUGH OUR PLATFORM.
Educational success depends on numerous factors beyond our control, including student effort, prior knowledge, instructor-student compatibility, and external circumstances.
9.3 Instructor Verification Limitations
While we conduct verification of instructor credentials, we:
- Cannot guarantee the accuracy of all instructor-provided information
- Do not continuously monitor instructor credentials or professional status
- Cannot verify subjective qualities like teaching effectiveness or personality fit
- Rely partly on documentation provided by instructors themselves
- Cannot guarantee instructors will perform as expected
9.4 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, RYBNIK UNIVERSITY EDUCATION NETWORK, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:
- Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Website
- Any conduct or content of instructors or third parties on the Website
- Educational services provided by instructors listed on the platform
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
- Statements or conduct of any third party on the Website
- Any disputes between you and instructors
- Any other matter relating to the Website or services
MAXIMUM LIABILITY CAP: OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THE WEBSITE OR THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED €100 (ONE HUNDRED EUROS) OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US (NOT TO INSTRUCTORS) IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
9.5 Jurisdictional Limitations
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Rybnik University Education Network, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website or violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
- Any agreement, dispute, or transaction between you and an instructor
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Any content you submit or post to the Website
- Any fraudulent, misleading, or harmful activity
This indemnification obligation survives termination of your use of the Website.
11. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Key Privacy Points:
- We collect minimal personal information necessary for platform operation
- We comply with GDPR (for EU users) and other applicable data protection laws
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties
- We use industry-standard security measures to protect data
- You have rights to access, correct, and delete your personal data
Please review our complete Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.
12. International Considerations
12.1 Global Platform
Rybnik University Education Network operates as an international platform accessible globally. We do not guarantee that the Website or services are appropriate or available for use in all locations.
12.2 Compliance with Local Laws
You are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regarding:
- Online education services and distance learning
- International transactions and payments
- Professional licensing requirements for any credentials you seek
- Tax obligations related to any payments made
- Consumer protection laws
- Educational regulations specific to your country
- Data protection and privacy laws
12.3 Export Controls
You may not use or export information from the Website in violation of applicable export control laws and regulations.
12.4 Language
The English version of these Terms is the official and controlling version. Any translations provided are for convenience only. In case of discrepancies between versions, the English version prevails.
13. Third-Party Links and Services
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources (including instructor personal websites, scheduling platforms, payment processors, video conferencing services, or professional networks).
We are not responsible for:
- The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites or services
- The availability or functionality of third-party services
- Any harm resulting from your use of third-party sites or services
- Privacy practices of third-party services
Your interactions with third-party sites and services are governed by their terms and policies, not ours. We do not endorse or control third-party services.
14. Dispute Resolution
14.1 Informal Resolution
If you have a dispute with us regarding the Website or these Terms, please first contact us at legal@rybnikuniversity.edu.pl to attempt informal resolution. Many disputes can be resolved through communication.
14.2 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the administrator’s headquarters (or principal office) , without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
14.3 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Website that cannot be resolved informally shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the administrator’s headquarters (or principal office).. You consent to personal jurisdiction in the administrator’s headquarters (or principal office). for such disputes.
14.4 Disputes with Instructors
Disputes between you and instructors are not covered by this section. Such disputes must be resolved directly between the parties or through applicable legal channels in relevant jurisdictions.
15. Termination
15.1 Termination by Us
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent or harmful activity
- Abuse of instructors or other users
- Legal requirements or law enforcement requests
- Discontinuation of the Website or services
Upon termination, your right to use the Website ceases immediately.
15.2 Effect of Termination
Termination does not affect:
- Agreements you have already entered into with instructors
- Obligations under these Terms that by their nature should survive (indemnification, disclaimers, limitations of liability)
- Our right to retain certain information as required by law
15.3 Voluntary Termination
You may stop using the Website at any time. If you have an account, you may request account deletion by contacting us.
16. General Provisions
16.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Rybnik University Education Network regarding the use of the Website.
16.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
16.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision. No waiver shall be effective unless made in writing.
16.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
16.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, pandemics, natural disasters, internet failures, or government actions.
16.6 Headings
The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.
16.7 Contact for Legal Matters
For questions about these Terms or legal matters, contact: Email: legal@rybnikuniversity.edu.pl
17. Changes to These Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
Material Changes: If we make material changes that significantly affect your rights, we will provide additional notice (such as by email or through a prominent notice on the Website).
Your Acceptance: Continued use of the Website after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Website.
Review Regularly: We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.
18. Special Notices for Different User Types
18.1 For Students
- You are entering into direct agreements with instructors, not with us
- Verify instructor credentials independently if critical to your needs
- Understand that certificates from instructors are not accredited degrees
- You are responsible for ensuring instruction meets your educational requirements
- Payment disputes and refunds are between you and the instructor
18.2 For Instructors
- You are operating your own independent business
- You are responsible for all aspects of your educational services
- You must maintain accurate profile information and update changes
- You are responsible for compliance with laws in your jurisdiction
- You must conduct yourself professionally and ethically
18.3 For Parents/Guardians
- You are responsible for supervising minors’ use of the Website
- You must approve and oversee any agreements with instructors for minors
- You are responsible for ensuring instruction is age-appropriate
- You should actively monitor the student-instructor relationship
19. Acknowledgment and Consent
BY USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:
- You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms
- You understand that Rybnik University Education Network is not an accredited university or degree-granting institution
- You understand that instructors are independent contractors, not our employees
- You agree that educational agreements are directly between you and instructors
- You accept all risks associated with using the Website and engaging instructors
- You will conduct appropriate due diligence before engaging any instructor
- You understand that we do not guarantee educational outcomes or instructor performance
- You will comply with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction
- You are at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian supervision and consent
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately stop using the Website.
Contact Information
Rybnik University Education Network
Website: www.RybnikUniversity.edu.pl
General Inquiries: info@rybnikuniversity.edu.pl
Legal Matters: legal@rybnikuniversity.edu.pl
Support: support@rybnikuniversity.edu.pl
Privacy Concerns: privacy@rybnikuniversity.edu.pl
Platform Operator: Rybnik University Education Network