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    Terms of Service

    Last updated: March 2026

    These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Etalia platform, products, and services ("Services"). By accessing or using Etalia, you agree to these Terms.

    If a contract with an individual institution exists, its terms take precedence. In areas not covered, these Terms apply.

    1. Definitions

    "Etalia"

    The company that provides the services

    "User"

    Any individual or entity accessing our Services

    "Account"

    A registered user profile on Etalia

    "Content"

    Text, images, data, and materials uploaded or created by users

    2. Eligibility & Registration

    • Users of all ages may access our Services. Minors should have appropriate consent from a parent, guardian, or institution.
    • You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration.
    • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
    • Etalia reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

    3. Use of Services

    • Use our Services in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
    • Do not engage in activities that harm, disrupt, or exploit our platform or other users.
    • Do not use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our Services.
    • We may suspend or terminate access if you violate these Terms.
    These limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law and do not affect your statutory rights under EU consumer protection laws.

    4. Content & Intellectual Property

    • You retain ownership of Content you create and upload, unless otherwise specified in a separate written agreement.
    • By posting Content, you grant Etalia a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use and display it in connection with our Services.
    • Do not upload Content that infringes third-party rights, is illegal, or violates our policies.
    • Etalia reserves the right to remove or restrict Content that violates these Terms.

    5. Privacy & Data Protection

    • Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
    • We take security and GDPR compliance seriously.
    • You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
    • If you opt in, academic submissions may be processed by Azure OpenAI within Etalia's secure environment. No PII is shared. You can opt out anytime.
    • If your institution connects Etalia via Canvas or another LMS, student enrollment and grade data is exchanged through LTI. This is governed by a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) between Etalia and your institution.

    6. Termination & Suspension

    • Etalia may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms.
    • You may discontinue using our Services at any time by deleting your account.
    • Upon termination, your personal data will be securely anonymized. Contributed content remains accessible in anonymized form.

    7. Disclaimers & Liability

    • Our Services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.
    • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access.
    • Etalia is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

    8. Changes to These Terms

    We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify users via email or in-app notifications at least 14 days before material changes take effect. Continued use after this period constitutes acceptance.

    9. Governing Law

    Disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved preferably through amicable negotiations. If unsuccessful, disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of the Netherlands. Arbitration may be chosen upon mutual agreement.

    10. Contact

    For any questions about these Terms: info@etalia.nl.