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Everybody Counts

Terms & Conditions

Everybody Counts Terms and Conditions 

Effective Date: 9th July 2024 

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of Everybody Counts ("Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to these Terms. Please print or save a copy for future reference. 


1. Definitions 

  • Authorised User: Any individual using the Platform as a teacher, staff member, student, or parent of a student within an Organisation. 
  • Extended Licence Period: As defined in Clause 10. 
  • Fees: Charges for accessing the Product on the Platform. 
  • Initial Licence Period: The initial period during which the Product is accessible. 
  • Intellectual Property Rights: Includes all copyrights, trademarks, patents, and other rights, whether registered or not. 
  • Licence Period: The Initial Licence Period and any Extended Licence Periods. 
  • Organisation: The educational institution granted access to the Platform. 
  • Everybody Counts: The online learning platform provided by Everybodycounts Ltd. 
  • Everybodycounts Ltd ("we", "us", "our"): Everybody Counts Ltd, Bowbarrie, Fettercairn, Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB30 1ER. 
  • Parent: A parent or guardian of a student. 
  • Personal Data: Information that identifies an individual. 
  • Product: The educational products available on the Platform. 
  • Product Specific Terms: Terms related to specific products. 
  • Software: The software enabling access to the Platform and Products. 
  • User Materials: Content uploaded by users to the Platform. 
  • You: The Organisation and its Authorised Users. 


2. Licence 

2.1 Grant of Licence: In exchange for Fees, we grant you a non-exclusive licence to use the Product via the Platform during the Licence Period. 

2.2 Restrictions: You must not: 

  • Sub-license or transfer your licence. 
  • Modify, disclose, or distribute the Software. 
  • Reverse engineer the Software. 
  • Transfer any rights under these Terms. 
  • Help others gain unauthorized access to the Platform. 

2.3 User Materials Licence: You grant us a perpetual, irrevocable licence to use your User Materials for our business purposes. 


3. Accessing the Platform and Product 

3.1 Access Conditions: You can access the Product only during the Licence Period and must follow the Product Specific Terms. 

3.2 Organisation's Authority: By purchasing the Product, you confirm your authority to do so on behalf of your Organisation. 

3.3 User Accounts: Your Organisation must create a user account for you to access the Platform. 

3.4 Login Requirements: Access requires logging into your Platform account. 


4. Your Obligations 

4.1 Product Selection: The Organisation is responsible for selecting appropriate Products. 

4.2 Security: Do not share your username and password. 

4.3 Content Restrictions: Do not upload illegal or inappropriate content. 

4.4 Legal Compliance: Ensure all content you upload complies with relevant laws. 

4.5 Suspension of Access: We may remove content or suspend access if we suspect a breach of these Terms. 

4.6 Teacher Responsibility: Teachers must use the Product appropriately for students. 

4.7 Reporting Errors: Notify us of any errors in the Product. 

4.8 Prohibited Actions: Do not spam, download excessively, or introduce harmful elements to the Platform. 

4.9 Device Configuration: Ensure your device meets the required specifications. 

4.10 Data Protection Compliance: Ensure any Personal Data you provide complies with data protection laws. 


5. Our Obligations 

5.1 Platform Access: We will use reasonable efforts to ensure the Platform and Products are accessible. 

5.2 User Credentials: Provide login credentials and support for Authorised Users. 

5.3 Training: Provide training and help notes if agreed in writing. 


6. Withdrawal of Products 

6.1 Right to Withdraw: We may withdraw any Product if: 

  • We no longer have the right to publish it. 
  • It infringes third-party rights or is objectionable. 

6.2 Notification and Compliance: We will notify you of any withdrawal and provide instructions for removing the material. 


7. Intellectual Property Rights 

7.1 Ownership: We own all Intellectual Property Rights in the Platform and Products. 

7.2 User Warranty: You warrant that your User Materials do not infringe third-party rights. 

7.3 Reporting Infringements: Notify us promptly if you become aware of any intellectual property infringement. 

7.4 Remedies for Infringement: We may obtain rights for you to continue using infringing items, replace or modify them, or withdraw them and refund you. 


8. Warranties 

8.1 Availability: We will use reasonable efforts to ensure the Platform is available. 

8.2 No Uninterrupted Service: We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. 

8.3 Selection Responsibility: The Organisation is responsible for selecting the Product. 

8.4 No Implied Warranties: Except as stated, we provide no other warranties. 


9. Liability 

9.1 Scope of Liability: This clause sets our entire financial liability. 

9.2 Exclusions: We do not exclude liability for death, personal injury caused by our negligence, or fraud. 

9.3 Limitation of Liability: We are not liable for indirect or consequential loss, loss of profit, revenue, business, or data. 

9.4 Liability Cap: Our total liability is limited to the Fees paid in the 12 months preceding the claim or £5000, whichever is higher. 

9.5 No Direct Claims: Authorised Users must raise any claims through their Organisation. 


10. Term and Termination 

10.1 Automatic Extension: The licence extends automatically for 12 months unless terminated with 30 days' notice before the end of the current period. 

10.2 Termination for Breach: Either party may terminate if the other is in material breach and fails to remedy it within 30 days. 


11. Effect of Termination 

11.1 Consequences: On termination, you must cease using the Platform, and we may delete your account and content. 

11.2 Survival: Rights and obligations that should continue after termination will survive. 


12. Force Majeure 

12.1 No Liability for Events Beyond Control: We are not liable for failure to perform due to events beyond our control. 


13. Maintenance 

13.1 User Responsibility: Ensure the fault is not with your device before contacting us. 

13.2 Contact Details: Contact us via help@everybodycounts.org.uk or +44 (0) 333 339 1001 if you need assistance. 

13.3 Administrative Fees: We may charge for support if the fault lies with your device or internet service. 


14. Notices 

14.1 Delivery of Notices: Notices must be in writing and delivered personally or by courier. 


15. General Provisions 

15.1 Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us and you. 

15.2 Amendments: We may amend these Terms with at least one month's notice. 

15.3 Waivers: Waivers must be in writing. 

15.4 Severability: Invalid provisions will be modified to reflect the parties' intent. 


16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction 

16.1 Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the law of England. 

16.2 Jurisdiction: The courts of England have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes. 

16.3 Alternative Dispute Resolution: If you are a consumer in the EU, we may consider resolving disputes through ADR. 

For further assistance, contact us at help@everybodycounts.org.uk or +44 (0) 333 339 1001.