Terms and Conditions for LearnItalianPod and ItalianChat

Welcome to LearnItalianPod and ItalianChat! These Terms and Conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our website (LearnItalianPod.com) and our application (ItalianChat, accessible at app.learnitalianpod.com and italianchat.app).

By accessing our website or using our application, we assume you accept these Terms and Conditions in full. Do not continue to use LearnItalianPod or ItalianChat if you do not agree to all of the Terms and Conditions stated on this page.

1. Definitions

The following terminology applies throughout these Terms and Conditions:

  • “Client”, “You”, and “Your” refer to you, the person accessing this website and using our services.
  • “The Company”, “Ourselves”, “We”, “Our”, and “Us” refer to LearnItalianPod.
  • “Party”, “Parties”, or “Us” refers to both the Client and ourselves.
  • “Website” refers to LearnItalianPod.com.
  • “Application” or “App” refers to the ItalianChat application.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using our Website or App, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our Website or App.

3. Website-Specific Terms

3.1 Cookies

We employ the use of cookies. By accessing LearnItalianPod, you agree to use cookies in agreement with our Privacy Policy. Most interactive websites use cookies to retrieve user details for each visit. Our website uses cookies to enable the functionality of certain areas and make it easier for people visiting our website.

3.2 License and Intellectual Property

LearnItalianPod owns the intellectual property rights for the original content created and published on LearnItalianPod.com and the ItalianChat application. This includes, but is not limited to, text, audio lessons, custom graphics, logos, and user interface elements. All such intellectual property rights are reserved.

Some materials on our platforms, such as certain images and icons, may be owned by third parties and used under license. We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same.

You may access and use the content on LearnItalianPod and ItalianChat for your own personal, non-commercial use, subject to the restrictions set in these Terms and Conditions.

You must not:

  • Republish material from LearnItalianPod
  • Sell, rent, or sub-license material from LearnItalianPod
  • Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from LearnItalianPod
  • Redistribute content from LearnItalianPod
  • Use data mining, robots, or similar data-gathering and extraction tools

3.3 Reporting Copyright Infringements

While we strive to ensure all content on our platforms respects copyright laws, we understand that oversights may occur. If you believe that any material on LearnItalianPod or ItalianChat infringes upon a copyright you own or represent, please let us know immediately. You can report potential copyright infringements through our contact page. We take these matters seriously and will promptly investigate all legitimate reports.

3.4 Hyperlinking to our Content

Organizations may link to our home page without prior written approval under the following conditions:

  • Government agencies
  • Search engines
  • News organizations
  • Online directory distributors
  • System-wide Accredited Businesses

These organizations may link to our home page, publications, or other website information so long as the link is not deceptive, does not falsely imply sponsorship or endorsement, and fits within the context of the linking party’s site.

4. ItalianChat App-Specific Terms

4.1 App Usage

The ItalianChat App is a comprehensive conversational Italian course. It enables users to interact with an AI tutor, access audio lessons, complete quizzes, and utilize AI technology for pronunciation assessment. Users can activate their microphone to converse in Italian and receive feedback. The app is designed solely for learning the Italian language. By using the ItalianChat App, you agree to comply with these Terms and our Privacy Policy, including the collection and processing of audio data for language learning purposes.

4.2 User Obligations

By using the ItalianChat App, you agree not to:

  • Utilize the ItalianChat App for any illegal purpose
  • Breach any applicable laws or regulations
  • Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or malware
  • Abuse, harass, or harm others via the ItalianChat App
  • Disrupt the functionality of the ItalianChat App

4.3 Intellectual Property

The ItalianChat App and its content are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our explicit permission.

4.3 Payment and Subscription Terms

ItalianChat is a paid product. By using ItalianChat, you agree to the following terms:

  • We use Stripe as our payment processor. All financial transactions are handled securely through this third-party service.
  • Our Website does not directly collect or store any payment information such as credit card details.
  • We offer a 3-day free trial period. The duration of this trial is subject to change without prior notice.
  • Our pricing is subject to change without prior notice. Current pricing can be found on our website or within the app.
  • At the end of the trial period, your account will automatically convert to a paid subscription using the payment method you provided, unless you cancel before the trial expires.
  • Subscriptions are set to automatically renew using the payment method chosen during the initial purchase. To avoid renewal, you must cancel your subscription before the renewal date.

For detailed information on how to manage your subscription or cancel your trial, please refer to our help section or contact us.

5. User-Generated Content

Parts of our Website and App offer opportunities for users to post and exchange opinions and information. LearnItalianPod does not filter, edit, publish or review comments prior to their presence on the website. Comments do not reflect the views and opinions of LearnItalianPod, its agents, and/or affiliates. Comments reflect the views and opinions of the person who posts them.

LearnItalianPod reserves the right to monitor all comments and remove any that can be considered inappropriate, offensive, or cause a breach of these Terms and Conditions.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of LearnItalianPod and ItalianChat is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs the Website and App and informs users of our data collection practices.

7. Disclaimers

The information provided on LearnItalianPod and ItalianChat is for general informational and educational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of this information. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

The Website and App are provided on an “AS-IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. We do not guarantee that the Website or App will always be available, uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.

8. Limitation of Liability

LearnItalianPod, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

  • Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Website or App
  • Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website or App
  • Any content obtained from the Website or App
  • Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will always post the most current version on our Website. By continuing to use the Website or App after changes become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us.

Updated on: August 4th, 2024