1. Summary

SomoLabs is a Rwanda-based and Rwanda-operating Software-as-a-Service company registered by Rwanda Development Board. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our platform, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through www.somolabs.com (the "Website"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Please read these Terms carefully before using our services. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use the Website.

We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates and/or changes to our Website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the Website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Definitions

• "Platform" refers to the online learning environment provided by SomoLabs where users can access curriculum-based courses.
• "User" refers to any individual or entity who accesses or uses the Platform.
• "Content" refers to all text, graphics, videos, audio, and other materials available on the Platform.
• "Subscription" refers to the payment plan that allows users to access content on the Platform.
• "Courses" refers to the educational content provided on the Platform, which is aligned with curriculum that we support.

3. Eligibility

To use SomoLabs, you must be at least 18 years old or have the permission and supervision of a parent or guardian if you are under 18. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you have the right, authority, and capacity to enter into this agreement and to abide by all of these Terms.

4. Account Registration

To access certain features of the Platform, you may be required to register for an account. When you create an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
• Maintain the security of your password and identification.
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
• Take full responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

5. Subscription Plans and Payments

SomoLabs offers subscription-based access to its courses. By subscribing, you agree to:

• Pay the fees specified on the Platform for your selected subscription plan.
• Provide accurate payment information.
• Authorize SomoLabs to charge your payment method for the subscription fees.

5.1 Automatic Renewal

Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each subscription period unless you cancel your subscription before the renewal date. Renewal fees will be charged to the payment method on file unless you update your payment information.

5.2 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time by accessing your account settings. However, no refunds will be provided for partial subscription periods. Your access to the Platform will continue until the end of the subscription period.

6. License to Use the Platform

SomoLabs grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Platform for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

• Modify, copy, distribute, or create derivative works based on the Content.
• Use the Platform for any unlawful purpose.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform, other user accounts, or computer systems or networks connected to the Platform.

7. User Content

By submitting any content to the Platform (e.g., comments, reviews, or other materials), you grant SomoLabs a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display such content. You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary licenses, rights, consents, and permissions to use and authorize SomoLabs to use all patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other proprietary rights in and to any content you submit.
• Your content does not violate any applicable laws or infringe on any third-party rights.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, including but not limited to the courses, software, and design of the Platform, is the property of SomoLabs or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You agree not to use, copy, or distribute any content from the Platform unless expressly permitted by these Terms.

9. Privacy

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and disclose information that pertains to your privacy. By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

10. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Using the Platform for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, national, or international law.
• Attempting to interfere with or disrupt the security, integrity, or performance of the Platform.
• Using automated means (such as bots or scripts) to access or use the Platform.
• Attempting to decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software used to provide the Platform.

11. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The Platform and all content are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. SomoLabs makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Platform's operation or the information, content, or materials included therein.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SomoLabs disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. SomoLabs will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of the Platform, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SomoLabs, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Platform.

13. Termination

SomoLabs reserves the right to terminate your access to the Platform at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, effective immediately. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform will immediately cease.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Rwanda, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located in Kigali, Rwanda, for any actions related to these Terms.

15. Changes to the Terms

SomoLabs reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@somolabs.com.