Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using Web Launch Academy's website, courses, and services ("Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our Services.
About Web Launch Academy
Web Launch Academy provides website creation education through a unique coaching model that combines:
- Self-paced and structured course content
- Group classes
- One-on-one coaching sessions
- Hands-on website building from start to finish
Our goal is to empower students to own their website code and infrastructure.
Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to enroll in our courses. By enrolling, you represent that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
Course Enrollment and Access
Enrollment Process
- You must complete the registration process and provide accurate information
- Payment must be processed successfully through Stripe
- You will receive access to the student portal upon enrollment confirmation
Course Access
- Access to course materials is granted upon successful enrollment and payment
- You will receive login credentials for the student portal (authenticated through Supabase)
- Course access includes group classes, 1-on-1 sessions, and online course materials
- Access duration depends on your specific enrollment package
Account Security
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You must not share your account with others
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
Payment Terms
Pricing and Payment
- All prices are listed in USD
- Payment is processed securely through Stripe
- You agree to provide current, complete, and accurate payment information
Refund Policy
A+ Guarantee Program
- Full refund available if requested before your first scheduled session
- Once your first session begins, no refunds will be issued
- We are committed to helping you complete your website
- If circumstances prevent you from completing the course, we will work with you to finish your website given adequate time
- Our guarantee means you will get a completed website, which is reflected in our no-refund policy after course commencement
3 LVL UPs Package (Buy 1 Get 2 Free)
- No refunds available for this package
- Setup work (GitHub repository initialization, forking, testing, and site familiarization) begins immediately after finalization of purchase
- Due to the immediate technical setup costs and time investment, all sales are final
General Terms
- To request a refund (where applicable), contact us at support@weblaunchacademy.com
- Refunds are processed within 10 business days to your original payment method
- You understand that our services are personalized and include significant setup and preparation time
Payment Plans
- If you enroll in a payment plan, you agree to make timely payments according to the schedule
- Failure to make payments may result in suspension of course access
- Outstanding balances may be sent to collections
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
- All course materials, videos, code examples, and documentation are owned by Web Launch Academy
- We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access course materials for personal educational use
- You may not reproduce, distribute, or sell our course materials
Your Work
- You own the code you create during the course
- You retain all rights to websites, applications, and projects you build
- Your GitHub repositories are your property
- We may use anonymized examples of student work for promotional purposes (with your permission)
Technology Stack
- Course teaches Next.js, GitHub, Vercel, and other technologies
- These technologies are subject to their own licenses and terms
- You are responsible for complying with third-party terms of service
Student Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Attend scheduled group classes and 1-on-1 sessions or notify us of absences
- Complete coursework and exercises in a timely manner
- Treat instructors and fellow students with respect
- Use the student portal and services appropriately
- Not engage in any activity that disrupts the learning environment
- Maintain your own backups of your code and projects
Scheduling and Attendance
Group Classes
- Group class schedules are announced in advance
- We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate scheduling conflicts
- Recordings may be available for missed sessions
One-on-One Sessions
- Sessions must be scheduled through our booking system
- Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance
- Late cancellations or no-shows may forfeit the session
- We reserve the right to reschedule sessions due to instructor availability
SMS Communications Terms
If you opt-in to receive SMS messages:
- You consent to receive course updates, reminders, and account notifications
- Message frequency varies (typically 2-8 messages per month)
- Standard message and data rates may apply from your carrier
- Supported carriers include major US carriers
- You can opt-out at any time by replying STOP
- Reply HELP for assistance
- We are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages
- You must notify us of phone number changes
Technical Requirements
To participate in our courses, you need:
- A computer with internet access
- A modern web browser
- Ability to install development tools (Git, Node.js, etc.)
- GitHub account (free)
We are not responsible if you cannot meet these technical requirements.
Third-Party Services
Our courses utilize third-party services including:
- Namecheap: Domain registration and email
- GitHub: Code repository hosting
- Vercel: Website hosting
- Supabase: Authentication and database
- Airtable: Course administration
- Stripe: Payment processing
- Resend: Email delivery
You may need to create accounts with these services (some are free, some may have costs). You are responsible for complying with their terms of service.
Service Availability
- We strive to provide uninterrupted access to our Services
- We do not guarantee that Services will be available at all times
- We may suspend Services for maintenance or updates
- We are not liable for any downtime or technical issues
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- Web Launch Academy is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind
- We do not guarantee specific outcomes or results from taking our courses
- We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the course
- We are not responsible for third-party service failures or issues
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Web Launch Academy harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of our Services
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of third-party rights
- Websites or applications you create using course knowledge
Termination
By You
- You may terminate your enrollment by contacting us
- Refunds are subject to our refund policy
By Us
We may suspend or terminate your access if you:
- Violate these Terms
- Engage in disruptive behavior
- Provide false information
- Fail to make payments
- Use Services for illegal purposes
Upon termination:
- Your access to the student portal will be revoked
- You may retain access to materials you downloaded
- Outstanding payments remain due
Privacy
Your use of our Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect and use your information.
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of changes by:
- Posting updated Terms on our website
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notification for material changes
Your continued use of Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Ohio, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Informal Resolution
Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.
Arbitration
Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Painesville, OH, except where prohibited by law. You waive the right to a jury trial or class action.
General Provisions
Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Web Launch Academy.
Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver.
Assignment
You may not transfer your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights without restriction.
Contact for Legal Notices
All legal notices should be sent to support@weblaunchacademy.com.
Acknowledgment
By enrolling in Web Launch Academy, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.