📜 Terms of Use

Last Updated: January 2024

1. Platform Overview

The Miah's Class Reading Platform ("Platform") is an educational service provided by Miah's Class, operated by A.S.M. Shamim Miah. The Platform offers:

• Interactive GE-style reading comprehension exercises
• Automated grading and feedback systems
• Progress tracking and analytics
• Email submission of results
• Teacher access to student performance data

2. Eligibility and Account Registration

2.1 Age Requirements

• Users under 18 must have parental or guardian consent
• Users under 13 require verifiable parental consent
• Teachers and administrators must be at least 18 years old

2.2 Account Information

You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Keep your login credentials secure
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Take responsibility for all activities under your account

3. Acceptable Use Policy

3.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Platform to:

• Complete reading exercises for educational purposes
• Track your learning progress
• Submit results to authorized teachers
• Access your own performance analytics

3.2 Prohibited Activities

You must NOT:

• Share answers or cheat on exercises
• Use automated scripts or bots to complete exercises
• Attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or compromise the Platform
• Copy, distribute, or modify Platform content without permission
• Impersonate other users or provide false information
• Upload malicious code or viruses
• Interfere with other users' access to the Platform
• Use the Platform for any illegal purposes
• Collect or harvest user data without authorization
• Resell or commercialize access to the Platform

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Platform Content

All content on the Platform, including but not limited to:

• Exercise passages and questions
• User interface design and layout
• Graphics, logos, and branding
• Software code and algorithms
• Educational materials and resources

...is the exclusive property of Miah's Class and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

• Access and use the Platform for personal educational purposes
• View and complete exercises
• Download PDF reports of your own results

4.3 Restrictions

You may NOT:

• Reproduce, duplicate, or copy any part of the Platform
• Sell, rent, or sublicense Platform access
• Create derivative works based on Platform content
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Your Submissions

When you submit exercise answers or feedback, you grant us:

• A worldwide, royalty-free license to store and process your submissions
• The right to use anonymized data for educational research and platform improvement
• Permission to share your results with authorized teachers

5.2 Responsibility for Content

You are responsible for:

• The accuracy of information you provide
• Ensuring your content complies with these Terms
• Any consequences of submitting inappropriate content

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it carefully to understand:

• What data we collect
• How we use and protect your information
• Your rights regarding your personal data
• Cookie and local storage usage

7. Educational Integrity

7.1 Academic Honesty

We expect all users to:

• Complete exercises independently without unauthorized assistance
• Not share or discuss answers during timed exercises
• Report any technical issues honestly
• Use the Platform to genuinely improve reading skills

7.2 Grading and Scores

• Automated grading is provided as a learning tool
• Scores may be subject to teacher review
• We do not guarantee perfect grading accuracy
• Final assessment decisions rest with authorized teachers

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 "As Is" Basis

The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy or completeness of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Compatibility with all devices

8.2 Educational Tool

This Platform is designed as a supplementary educational tool and:

• Does not replace formal GE preparation courses
• Does not guarantee GE exam success
• May not reflect actual GE exam difficulty
• Is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE or Cambridge Assessment

8.3 Technical Issues

We are not responsible for:

• Internet connectivity problems
• Browser compatibility issues
• Data loss due to technical failures
• Server downtime or maintenance

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• Miah's Class and its owner shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid (if any) to access the Platform
• We are not responsible for losses resulting from unauthorized access to your account
• We are not liable for decisions made based on Platform scores or analytics

10. Modifications to the Platform

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Platform
• Change exercise content, features, or functionality
• Update these Terms at any time
• Introduce fees for premium features (with notice)

Significant changes will be communicated via email or platform notification.

11. Termination

11.1 By You

You may stop using the Platform at any time. To delete your account and data, contact us at info@miahsclass.com.

11.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access immediately if:

• You violate these Terms of Use
• You engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
• Your account has been inactive for an extended period
• We are required to do so by law

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to the Platform will cease immediately
• We may delete your account data after a reasonable period
• Certain provisions (confidentiality, liability) will survive termination

12. Third-Party Links and Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We:

• Do not endorse or control third-party content
• Are not responsible for third-party practices or policies
• Recommend you review their terms before using their services

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Miah's Class, its owner, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your use of the Platform
• Your violation of any rights of another person
• Content you submit to the Platform

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Applicable Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where Miah's Class operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute:

• Contact us first to resolve the issue informally
• Attempt good-faith negotiation for 30 days
• If unresolved, disputes may be subject to binding arbitration or court proceedings

15. General Provisions

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Miah's Class regarding the Platform.

15.2 Severability

If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full effect.

15.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right.

15.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights without restriction.

15.5 Language

These Terms are written in English. Translations may be provided for convenience, but the English version prevails in case of conflict.

16. Contact Information

17. Acknowledgment