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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

Agreement to Terms​

By accessing and using ICTBest ("the Service"), operated by ICTBest ("us," "we," or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

Description of Service​

ICTBest provides educational resources, study materials, and support for HKDSE ICT students and educators. Our services include but are not limited to:

  • Study guides and revision materials
  • Practice questions and past papers
  • Educational blog posts and articles
  • Community forums and discussions
  • Downloadable resources

User Accounts​

Account Creation​

  • You may be required to create an account to access certain features
  • You must provide accurate and complete information
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
  • You must be at least 13 years old to create an account

Account Security​

  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized account use

Acceptable Use​

Permitted Uses​

You may use our Service for:

  • Personal educational purposes
  • Legitimate study and research activities
  • Sharing knowledge with other students and educators
  • Contributing to our community in a constructive manner

Prohibited Uses​

You may not use our Service to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Transmit harmful or malicious content
  • Spam or send unsolicited communications
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
  • Use automated systems to access the Service without permission

Intellectual Property Rights​

Our Content​

  • All content on ICTBest is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
  • Educational use is permitted for personal study purposes only

User-Generated Content​

  • You retain ownership of content you create and share
  • By posting content, you grant us a license to use, display, and distribute it
  • You represent that you have the right to share the content
  • We may remove content that violates these terms

Privacy and Data Protection​

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Service, to understand our practices.

Disclaimers and Limitations​

Educational Content​

  • Our content is for educational purposes only
  • We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of information
  • Content should not be considered as official HKDSE guidance
  • Users should verify information with official sources

Service Availability​

  • We strive to maintain service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access
  • We may modify or discontinue features at any time
  • We are not liable for service interruptions or technical issues

Limitation of Liability​

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

  • We provide the Service "as is" without warranties
  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Service

Indemnification​

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ICTBest from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Content you post or share

Termination​

By You​

  • You may stop using the Service at any time
  • You may delete your account through account settings

By Us​

We may terminate or suspend your account if you:

  • Violate these Terms of Service
  • Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
  • Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
  • Otherwise misuse the Service

Modifications to Terms​

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by:

  • Posting updated Terms on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending email notifications (if applicable)

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution​

Governing Law​

These Terms are governed by the laws of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Dispute Resolution​

  • We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication
  • For formal disputes, we prefer mediation over litigation
  • Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in Hong Kong courts

Educational Use and Academic Integrity​

Study Resources​

  • Our materials are designed to supplement official HKDSE resources
  • Students should use our content as study aids, not as substitutes for official materials
  • We encourage proper citation when using our content in academic work

Academic Integrity​

  • Users must maintain academic integrity when using our resources
  • Plagiarism and cheating are strictly prohibited
  • We support fair and honest academic practices

Community Guidelines​

Respectful Interaction​

  • Treat all users with respect and courtesy
  • No harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior
  • Constructive feedback and discussion are encouraged

Content Standards​

  • Share accurate and helpful information
  • Respect intellectual property rights
  • No spam, advertising, or promotional content without permission

Accessibility​

We strive to make our Service accessible to all users. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us so we can work to improve your experience.

Contact Information​

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Severability​

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement​

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ICTBest regarding the use of our Service.

These Terms of Service are effective as of January 2025 and will remain in effect until modified or terminated.