TERMS OF SERVICE

Legal terms and conditions governing your access to and use of Funopengame Academy cybersecurity training programs, certification courses, and professional development services.

Agreement Scope and Acceptance

These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Funopengame Academy governing your access to and use of our cybersecurity training programs, online platforms, certification courses, and all related services. By accessing our website, enrolling in courses, or using any of our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

These terms apply to all users, including prospective students, enrolled participants, graduates, corporate clients, and website visitors. If you do not agree to these terms, you must discontinue use of our services immediately and refrain from accessing our platforms or content.

Effective Date: July 20, 2025. These terms supersede all previous agreements and will remain in effect for the duration of your relationship with Funopengame Academy. We reserve the right to modify these terms with appropriate notice as outlined in the modification policy below.

Service Usage and Acceptable Use

Acceptable Use Policy

Educational Purpose: Our services are designed exclusively for legitimate cybersecurity education, professional development, and ethical skill building. All training content and lab environments must be used solely for educational purposes.

Ethical Standards: Students must adhere to ethical hacking principles and industry standards. Any attempt to use learned skills for malicious purposes, unauthorized system access, or illegal activities is strictly prohibited.

Lab Environment Respect: Virtual lab environments are shared resources. Students must not attempt to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to lab systems beyond their assigned exercises and training scenarios.

Intellectual Property: All course materials, lab setups, proprietary methodologies, and training content remain the intellectual property of Funopengame Academy and may not be reproduced or distributed without explicit written permission.

User Responsibilities and Obligations

Account Security: Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and for all activities that occur under their account. Any suspected unauthorized access must be reported immediately.

Accurate Information: Students must provide accurate, current, and complete information during enrollment and maintain the accuracy of their personal and professional details throughout their training period.

Professional Conduct: Interactions with instructors, staff, and fellow students must maintain professional standards appropriate for cybersecurity education environments, including respectful communication and collaborative learning practices.

Compliance Requirements: Students must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to cybersecurity practice in their jurisdiction and intended area of professional activity.

Service Availability and Limitations

Service Hours: While we strive to provide 24/7 access to our platforms, scheduled maintenance, updates, and unforeseen technical issues may result in temporary service interruptions with advance notice when possible.

Technical Requirements: Users are responsible for ensuring their systems meet minimum technical requirements for accessing our platforms and completing training exercises effectively.

Geographic Restrictions: Some services may be subject to geographic limitations due to export control regulations, certification body requirements, or legal restrictions in certain jurisdictions.

Capacity Limitations: Enrollment in certain programs may be limited due to instructor availability, lab capacity, or certification body requirements, with preference given to qualified applicants based on established criteria.

Account Terms and Conditions

Enrollment Process: Successful completion of our enrollment process creates a binding agreement for the selected training program, including payment obligations and adherence to program requirements.

Payment Terms: All fees must be paid according to the agreed schedule. Late payments may result in restricted access to services and additional administrative fees as outlined in our payment policy.

Refund Policy: Refunds are available under specific circumstances outlined in our separate refund policy, typically within the first 14 days of enrollment for certain programs, subject to conditions and administrative fees.

Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these terms, non-payment, or other breach of agreement, with appropriate notice and opportunity for remediation when possible.

User Conduct and Legal Obligations

Required User Conduct

Professional Behavior: All interactions within our training environment must reflect the professional standards expected in cybersecurity careers, including respectful communication, constructive collaboration, and ethical decision-making.

Academic Integrity: Students must complete all assessments independently unless specifically designed as group exercises. Plagiarism, cheating, or unauthorized collaboration on individual assignments is strictly prohibited.

Confidentiality Obligations: Students must maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary training methodologies, fellow student information, and any sensitive information disclosed during training sessions or networking events.

Industry Standards Compliance: All activities must align with established cybersecurity industry standards, ethical guidelines, and professional codes of conduct recognized by major certification bodies and professional organizations.

Prohibited Activities

Malicious Use: Using acquired cybersecurity skills for unauthorized access to systems, data theft, fraud, or any other illegal or unethical purposes is strictly forbidden and may result in immediate termination and legal action.

System Interference: Attempting to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to Funopengame Academy systems, other students' accounts, or any systems outside designated lab environments is prohibited.

Content Misuse: Reproducing, distributing, or selling copyrighted training materials, lab configurations, or proprietary content without explicit written authorization from Funopengame Academy.

Harassment or Discrimination: Any form of harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or inappropriate behavior toward other students, instructors, or staff based on race, gender, religion, nationality, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Content and Communication Guidelines

Communication Standards: All written and verbal communication must maintain professional standards appropriate for cybersecurity education, avoiding offensive language, personal attacks, or inappropriate content.

Information Sharing: Students may share general learning experiences but must not disclose specific technical details of lab exercises, assessment questions, or proprietary methodologies to non-enrolled individuals.

Public Representation: When representing your association with Funopengame Academy publicly, all statements must be accurate and professional, avoiding misrepresentation of programs, outcomes, or institutional affiliations.

Social Media Guidelines: Public posts about your training experience should maintain professional standards and respect confidentiality obligations regarding specific content, methodologies, and fellow students.

Age Restrictions and Requirements

Minimum Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old or have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction to enroll in our cybersecurity training programs independently.

Background Verification: Certain advanced programs may require background checks or security clearance verification as mandated by certification bodies or partner organizations.

Professional Prerequisites: Some specialized courses may require demonstrated professional experience, prior certifications, or specific technical competencies as outlined in individual program requirements.

Legal Capacity: Applicants must have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements and meet any jurisdiction-specific requirements for cybersecurity training and certification.

Service Limitations and Disclaimers

Disclaimer of Warranties

Service Provision: Funopengame Academy provides training services on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive for excellence, we make no warranties regarding uninterrupted service availability or specific learning outcomes.

Career Outcomes: While we provide comprehensive career support and maintain high placement rates, we cannot guarantee specific employment outcomes, salary levels, or career advancement results for individual students.

Certification Success: Course completion does not guarantee success on third-party certification examinations, as these are administered by independent organizations with their own standards and requirements.

Content Accuracy: We maintain current and accurate training content to the best of our ability, but the rapidly evolving nature of cybersecurity may result in temporary gaps between industry developments and curriculum updates.

Limitation of Liability

Damages Limitation: Funopengame Academy's total liability for any claims arising from our services is limited to the amount of fees paid by the student for the specific program or service in question.

Consequential Damages: We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including lost profits, business opportunities, or data, arising from use of our services.

Force Majeure: We are not liable for service interruptions or inability to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, or infrastructure failures.

Third-Party Actions: We are not responsible for actions taken by students using skills acquired through our training programs, and students indemnify us against claims arising from their use of acquired knowledge.

Service Modifications and Updates

Curriculum Updates: We reserve the right to modify training content, methodologies, and program structures to maintain current industry relevance and improve educational effectiveness with reasonable notice.

Platform Changes: Technical platforms, lab environments, and delivery methods may be updated or changed to enhance functionality, security, or performance, with advance notification when possible.

Policy Modifications: These terms and related policies may be updated periodically to reflect legal requirements, industry changes, or operational improvements, with notification provided through appropriate channels.

Service Discontinuation: In the unlikely event that specific programs or services are discontinued, enrolled students will receive reasonable notice and assistance with program completion or alternative arrangements.

Termination Conditions

Student-Initiated Termination: Students may withdraw from programs subject to our withdrawal policy, which includes specific notice requirements and potential fee obligations based on program progress.

Academy-Initiated Termination: We reserve the right to terminate student enrollment for violations of these terms, academic dishonesty, unprofessional conduct, or failure to meet payment obligations.

Post-Termination Obligations: Upon termination, students must cease using our platforms, return any materials, and continue to honor confidentiality obligations regarding proprietary content and methodologies.

Data Retention: Following termination, student data will be handled according to our privacy policy, with certain information retained for record-keeping, certification verification, and legal compliance purposes.

Legal Information and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Applicable Law

These terms are governed by Swiss law, with Swiss courts having primary jurisdiction over disputes arising from this agreement, while respecting applicable consumer protection laws in students' home countries.

Jurisdiction

Legal proceedings must be initiated in competent Swiss courts, except where consumer protection laws require local jurisdiction or where alternative dispute resolution mechanisms are agreed upon.

Cross-Border Considerations

For students in Austria and Germany, certain consumer protection provisions of local law may apply, and we respect mandatory consumer rights as required by EU regulations.

Dispute Resolution Procedures

Initial Resolution

We encourage direct communication to resolve concerns. Contact our support team first, as most issues can be resolved promptly through good-faith dialogue and mutual understanding.

Mediation Process

If direct resolution fails, parties agree to attempt mediation through recognized mediation services before pursuing formal legal proceedings, promoting efficient and cost-effective resolution.

Arbitration Option

For significant disputes, parties may agree to binding arbitration under Swiss arbitration rules, providing faster resolution while maintaining professional confidentiality standards.

Legal Proceedings

Formal legal action should be considered only after exhausting alternative resolution methods, with both parties committed to professional and constructive resolution approaches.

Terms Modification Policy

We may update these terms periodically to reflect legal changes, industry developments, or service improvements. Significant changes will be communicated at least 30 days in advance through appropriate channels.

Continued use of our services after modification notice constitutes acceptance of updated terms. Students who disagree with modifications may terminate their enrollment according to our withdrawal policy.

Contact Information

For questions about these terms, legal matters, or to report violations, contact our legal team through our main contact form. We are committed to addressing all legal inquiries promptly and professionally.

Our legal department maintains expertise in cybersecurity education law and international training regulations to provide accurate guidance and ensure compliance.

Agreement Validity and Enforceability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving the original intent.

These terms constitute the complete agreement between Funopengame Academy and students regarding the use of our services, superseding all previous agreements, communications, or understandings relating to the subject matter.