TERMS OF SERVICE AGREEMENT

LAST REVISION: 3/20/25

PLEASE READ THIS TERMS OF SERVICE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.

By accessing this Website, CenterForDeathEducation.org, or purchasing any Services, you agree to be legally bound by this Terms of Service Agreement (the “Agreement”). This Agreement governs your use of the Website, its content, and the educational Services provided by Center For Death Education (the “Corporation,” “we,” or “us”). If you do not agree to the terms outlined in this Agreement, you must immediately discontinue your use of this Website and any associated Services.

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1. DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this Agreement, the term “Services” refers to all classes, courses, events, materials, and any offerings provided through the Website. The term “User,” “you,” or “your” refers to any individual accessing or using the Website or purchasing Services. The term “Corporation” refers to Center for Death Education, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Corporation. The term “Content” includes all text, images, graphics, videos, logos, pdfs, data, and other materials available on the Website. The term “Instructor” refers to any person providing educational courses, materials, or information through the Website. The term “Third-Party Links” refers to external websites, applications, or content linked to or from the Website.

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2. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By using this Website or purchasing Services, you acknowledge that you have read and fully understand this Agreement. Your continued use of the Website and Services constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions contained herein. You further agree to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. The Corporation reserves the right to modify or update this Agreement at any time. It is your responsibility to review the Agreement periodically, as continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Agreement.

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3. SERVICES AND PAYMENTS

The Corporation provides educational classes, courses, and related Services through this Website. All purchases of Services are considered final unless otherwise stated in the Refund Policy. Payment is required in full at the time of registration, and accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and other approved payment methods. You agree that you will not initiate chargebacks or payment disputes without first making a reasonable attempt to resolve any concerns directly with the Corporation. In the event of a chargeback or returned payment, a non-refundable administrative fee of thirty-five dollars ($35) will be assessed.

Refund Policy: A request for a refund must be made in writing, from the User's registered email address and be received at the email address contactus@centerfordeathed.org. Requests must be received at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the scheduled start time of a class or Service. No refunds will be granted for no-shows or failure to notify the Corporation within the required timeframe.

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4. WEBSITE USE AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Your use of this Website is limited to personal, non-transferable, non-commercial purposes. You are strictly prohibited from copying, distributing, modifying, or reproducing any Content from the Website without the prior written consent of the Corproration. You may not create a link to any page of this website without our prior written consent. Any attempt to use this Website for illegal, fraudulent, or unauthorized purposes, including but not limited to interfering with the Website’s functionality or attempting unauthorized access to Corporations systems, will result in termination of your access and may lead to legal action.

All Content on the Website, including but not limited to trademarks, copyrights, and proprietary materials, is the exclusive property of the Corporation or its licensors. Any unauthorized use, reproduction, transmission, distribution, or create derivative work of such Content is strictly prohibited and may result in legal consequences.

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, which are provided for informational and convenience purposes only. The Coproration does not endorse, monitor, or control these third-party websites and assumes no responsibility for their content, opinions, security, or policies. The Corporation is not responsible for the content of or any damage that may result from your access to or reliance on these third-party websites.

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5. INSTRUCTOR DISCLAIMER

The Corporation does not employ or directly control any Instructors who provide educational courses or materials through the Website. Instructors operate as independent contractors and are not employees, agents, or representatives of the Corporation. The views, opinions, and instructional content provided by Instructors are solely their own and do not reflect the views, opinions, or policies of the Corporation. All content provided by an Instructor belongs to the Instructor and may not be recorded, copied, distributed, modified, or reproduced without the express written consent of the Instructor.

The Corporation does not assume responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by Instructors. Any disputes, concerns, or claims regarding Instructor content must be addressed directly with the Instructor and not the Corporation. The Corporation expressly disclaims all liability arising from or related to any advice, guidance, or recommendations made by an Instructor.

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6. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

The Corporation provides educational Services for informational purposes only and does not provide medical, psychological, diagnostic, treament, or therapeutic advice. Always seek professional services from a licensed medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this Website.You understand, acknowledge, and agree that agree that the Corporation does not guarantee any specific results or outcomes from participation in its Services, does not make any representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy, applicability, fitness, or completeness of the Services, and does not warrant the performance, effectiveness or applicability of any sites listed or linked to any Service.

If you are thinking about suicide or if you are considering taking actions that may cause harm to you or to others or if you feel that you or any other person may be in any danger or if you have any medical emergency, you must immediately call the relevant emergency service number, notify the relevant authorities, and seek immediate in-person assistance. For the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States dial 988.

All Services, Content, and Website access are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis without warranties of any kind, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. The Corporation does not warrant that access to the Website or Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Corporation’s total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Website or Services shall not exceed the greater of the amount you paid for Services in the last thirty (30) days or one hundred dollars ($100). Under no circumstances shall the Corporation be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.

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7. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Corporation, its affiliates, officers, employees, and contractors from and against any claims, damages, losses, or expenses, including legal fees, arising from your use of the Website or Services, your reliance on Instructor-provided content, or your violation of this Agreement.

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8. PRIVACY AND DATA SECURITY

By using this Website, you acknowledge and agree to the Corporation’s Privacy Policy, which governs the collection, use, and storage of personal data. The Corporation does not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties except as required by law. The Corporation implements industry-standard security measures to protect user data but does not guarantee complete protection against unauthorized access or data breaches. Users are responsible for safeguarding their login credentials and notifying the Corporation of any unauthorized account activity.

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9. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina. Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in North Carolina. By agreeing to these terms, you waive the right to participate in any class-action lawsuit. Any claims or causes of action must be filed within one (1) year of the event giving rise to the dispute; otherwise, such claims shall be permanently barred.

Users are prohibited from engaging in any abusive, harassing, or malicious conduct, nor can they post or share content that is intended to harm the Corporation's reputation or cause financial damage towards an Instructor or the Corporation.

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10. TERMINATION OF SERVICES

The Corporation reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website and Services at its sole discretion and without prior notice if you violate this Agreement.

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11. FORCE MAJEURE

The Corporation shall not be held responsible for delays, interruptions, or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, cyber-attacks, labor strikes, or acts of government.

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12. GENERAL PROVISIONS

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between you and the Corporation and supersedes all prior agreements. The failure of the Corporation to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of such provision. If any part of this Agreement is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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13. CONTACT INFORMATION

For any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, you may contact us at contactus@centerfordeathed.org.
By using this Website or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to be legally bound by this Agreement.