Terms of Service

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+## Terms of Service
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+## Introduction
+Welcome to W3Schools. By visiting W3Schools.com ("Website") or using our products and services ("Services"), you agree to the terms and conditions (hereafter referred to as the "Terms"). The Terms apply to everyone using the Website, including without limitation, visitors, vendors, customers, merchants, and content contributors.
+Please read the Terms carefully before using the Website or the Services. By accessing any part of the Website, you agree to be bound by the Terms. If you don't agree with the Terms, you shouldn't access the Website or use our Services.
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+## Overview
+The Website is operated and managed by Refsnes Data AS ("Refsnes") and W3Schools Network AS ("Network"), collectively referred to as "W3Schools". Refsnes provides the Website including all content, information, and related tools. Network operates certain solutions (such as Spaces, Academy, Courses, Challenges, and My Learning) and a billing system. The two entities Refsnes and Network are separately responsible for the Services they provide, manage and operate.
+Any new features or tools added to the Website shall be subject to the Terms. You can review the most current version of the Terms at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace parts of the Terms by posting updates or changes at the Website. Please check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the Website after posting any changes constitutes acceptance of such changes.
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+## Use of the Website and the Services
+Our Service is generally not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13 in ways not allowed by the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If you are a parent or legal guardian and believe that your child has shared personal information in a way that is not allowed by law, please contact us at help@w3schools.com. We will look into it and delete the information as required by law.
+When a school uses our Services in an educational setting, it is the school's responsibility to ensure it has the legal right to share student information with us. This includes getting parental consent where the law requires it, such as under COPPA. By using our services on behalf of students, the school confirms that it has obtained or holds all the necessary permissions.
+Some parts of the Services require you to create an account. When you register, we collect information about you, like your name and email address. Your account information and how we use your data are detailed in our [Privacy Policy](https://w3schools.com/about/about_privacy.asp).
+You agree not to use our products for illegal or unauthorized purposes. You must comply with all laws, rules, and regulations, including copyright laws.
+Do not transmit any viruses, worms, or harmful code through the Services.
+If you breach our Terms, we may terminate your access to the Services immediately. At our sole discretion, we reserve the right to remove or restrict your account and any content you've created, such as websites or other user-generated data.
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+## Intellectual Property Rights and Fair Use
+All content provided by W3Schools, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by W3Schools. Any use beyond what is specifically allowed under the Terms is forbidden, ref. the Norwegian "Lov om opphavsrett til åndsverk m.v."
+### Fair Use
+You can still use W3Schools copyright material under fair use for:
+- Research
+- News reporting
+- Citations
+- Commentary
+Fair use also includes:
+- Linking to W3Schools
+- Including references to W3Schools in search engines
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+## Using W3Schools in Teaching
+Fair use allows the use of copyrighted material in teaching, provided it meets the following guidelines:
+### Permitted Use
+- Copying examples and code snippets for non-profit teaching or research
+- Copying small portions suitable for classroom instruction
+### Not Permitted Use
+- Copying for profitable or commercial use
+- Mass or verbatim copying
+- Copying large portions of material
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+## Privacy and Cookies
+By using the Website and the Services, any users thereby consent to W3Schools collecting, using, and processing the user's personal data as outlined in the [Privacy Policy](https://w3schools.com/about/about_privacy.asp).
+Users have certain rights regarding their data. For more information on these rights and how to exercise them, please see our [Privacy Policy](https://w3schools.com/about/about_privacy.asp).
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+## Products and Services
+To keep our offerings current, product descriptions and prices are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Without warning, we can discontinue the supply of any Services if our rules and guidelines or applicable laws are violated.
+We seek to maintain high standards and to provide accurate information. However, we cannot guarantee that every product, service, or element of information will meet your expectations.
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+## Modifications to the Service and Prices
+By ordering a subscription, the price for such subscription will remain firm for the period the subscription is purchased for. We reserve the right to adjust prices for any subsequent period(s).
+We are not liable to you or any third party for any loss suffered due to modifications to the Website, price adjustments, suspension or discontinuation of the Service.
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+## Accuracy and Completeness of Information
+We do our best to provide accurate and current information. However, we cannot guarantee that everything on the Website is complete or always up to date. Please do not rely solely on the material at the Website when making important decisions. You are using the information on the Website at your own risk.
+Some of the content you find on the Website may be historical. Since historical information may become incorrect we provide at the Website such information for reference only. We can change the contents of the Website at any time without creating a liability for W3Schools. It's your responsibility to keep track of any changes.
+If you find any errors, please let us know at [help@w3schools.com](mailto:help@w3schools.com) so we can correct them.
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+## Refund Policy
+### Exams and Courses:
+You can withdraw from a course or exam within 14 days of receiving your initial access (marked by the date we send you the access email). If you have already used any exam attempts, the purchase is final and not eligible for a refund. For questions or issues related to the product you have purchased, please contact us at [hello@w3schools.com](mailto:hello@w3schools.com).
+### Plans and Subscriptions:
+We do not provide refunds for plans or subscriptions. You may cancel your subscription anytime, but no refunds will be issued for the period you paid for.
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+## Domains
+We provide a domain purchasing service that seamlessly integrates with the W3Schools web hosting and development platform ("Spaces"). It allows you to search, select, and purchase a domain that automatically links to your Spaces.
+When you buy a domain, you become its sole owner and must follow all related terms and conditions.
+W3Schools works with third-party providers, such as Amazon and its Route 53 services, for domain registration and distribution. You can review their terms here:
+- [Amazon Route 53 Domain Registration Agreement](https://aws.amazon.com/route53/domain-registration-agreement/)
+- [Amazon Registrar Policy Page](https://aws.amazon.com/route53/amazon-registrar-policies/)
+- [Gandi Contract Page](https://www.gandi.net/en/contracts/terms-of-service)
+As the distributor, W3Schools handles purchasing and billing. If you have any complaints, claims, or concerns about these third-party products, please contact us at [support@w3schools.com](mailto:support@w3schools.com).
+The mutual agreement for a domain renews automatically each year. If you don't want to continue with a domain purchase from us, you must cancel the renewal before the end of the current agreement. See the [Billing and Account Information]() section for more billing information.
+We are not liable for any harm, errors, or omissions caused by the domain registry administrator's actions, including domain registration or renewal requests. Before purchasing a domain, please review all associated third-party policies and practices to ensure you understand their terms.
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+## Billing and Account Information
+We reserve the right to refuse any order placed with us. At our sole discretion, we can limit or cancel the quantities purchased by any individual, household, or for any specific order. These restrictions also apply to orders made under the same customer account, using the same payment method, or associated with the same billing or shipping address.
+If we need to change or cancel an order, we will email you using the email address you provided at the time of purchase.
+Please know that you agree to provide current, complete, and accurate purchase and account information for all orders made through our website. You must keep your account details updated at all times, including your email address and payment method, so we can process your transactions and contact you if needed.
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+## Optional Tools and Third-Party Links
+We sometimes provide access to third-party tools we do not develop, monitor, or control. These tools are offered "as is" and "as available," without warranties, endorsements, or promises. We are not responsible for any issues or damages that arise from your use of these optional third-party tools.
+If you choose to use these tools, you do so at your own risk. Before you proceed with any such tools, please ensure you understand and agree to the terms set by the third-party provider.
+The Website may include links to external websites or services we do not operate or control. While we try to avoid linking to harmful or offensive content, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or quality of third-party materials, products, or services. We are not liable for any harm or damages you experience with third-party websites or services.
+Before you engage in any transaction with a third party, review their policies and practices to ensure you are comfortable with them. If you have complaints, claims, concerns, or questions about third-party products or services, please direct them to the appropriate third party.
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+## Errors, Inaccuracies, and Omissions
+Occasionally, the information on the Website or the Service contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions related to product descriptions, pricing, promotions, offers, product shipping charges, transit times, or availability. We reserve the right to correct these errors, inaccuracies, or omissions and to change or update information or cancel orders if the information on the Website or the Services is inaccurate. We can do this at any time without prior notice, including after you have placed an order.
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+## Prohibited Use
+In addition to other restrictions described in these Terms, the following activities are forbidden when using the Website or its content:
+. Engaging in any unlawful activity
+. Encouraging others to engage in unlawful activities
+. Violating international, national, regional, or local laws, regulations, or rules
+. Infringing upon our intellectual property rights or those of others
+. Harassing, abusing, insulting, harming, defaming, slandering, disparaging, intimidating, or discriminating against any individual or group, including but not limited to those defined by gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, age, national origin, or disability
+. Providing false or misleading information
+. Uploading or transmitting viruses, malicious code, or any harmful elements designed to affect the functionality or operation of the Service, any related website, other websites, or the broader Internet
+. Collecting or tracking personal information about others without authorization
+. Engaging in spamming, phishing, pharming, pretexting, spidering, crawling, or scraping
+. Using the Website or its content for offensive or unethical purposes
+. Interfering with or attempting to bypass the security features of the Service, related websites, other websites, or the Internet in general
+We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Website or the Services if you engage in prohibited activities.
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+## Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability
+We do not guarantee that using the Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.
+We do not guarantee that results obtained using the Service will be accurate or reliable.
+You create and own your user-generated content and are fully responsible for it. W3Schools is not liable for any errors or faults in your user-generated content.
+By using the Service, you accept that you do so at your own risk. Unless otherwise stated, we offer the Website and the Services "as is" and "as available" without express or implied warranties or guarantees.
+Under no circumstances shall W3Schools, its directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors, interns, suppliers, service providers, or licensors be held liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind.
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+## Indemnification
+By using our Services, you agree that W3Schools and its related parties (owners, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, officers, directors, agents, contractors, licensors, service providers, subcontractors, suppliers, interns, and employees) are not responsible for any third-party claims or lawsuits that come from your violation of these Terms, any referenced documents, or any laws or rights of others. In addition, W3Schools reserves the right to claim from you a reasonable attorney's fee incurred by W3Schools and/or its Associates in relation to your breach.
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+## Entire Agreement
+If we fail to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms, this does not mean we give up that right or provision.
+These Terms and any policies or rules on the Website make up the entire agreement between you and W3Schools. They govern your use of the Service and replace any previous agreements or discussions, whether written or spoken between you and W3Schools.
+Any uncertainty in interpreting these Terms should not be used to disadvantage the party responsible for drafting them.
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+## Governing Law and Jurisdiction
+These Terms and any separate agreements whereby we provide you with the Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Norway unless otherwise agreed to and accepted by W3Schools. In that case, it will only apply to the signing entity.
+You acknowledge that these Terms form a contract between you and W3Schools, even if they are presented electronically and not physically signed. This contract governs your use of the Services.
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+## Changes to the Terms
+You can review this page's most up-to-date version of these Terms anytime.
+We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates on our website. It's your responsibility to check our website regularly for changes.
+If you continue to use or access the Website or the Service after we post changes, you thereby accept those changes.
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+## Contact Information
+If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at [help@w3schools.com](mailto:help@w3schools.com)
+Last updated: 2025.05.19