Terms of Service
Effective Date: February 25, 2025
Last Updated: February 25, 2025
Welcome to Wika, a service provided by Snack Software LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our web-based language learning platform and related services (“Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue your use of the Services immediately.
1. Acceptance of Terms
- These Terms govern your use of the Services, including any software, content, or functionality offered through wika.com or associated domains.
- By creating an account, accessing, or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy.
- If you use the Services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to bind that organization to these Terms.
2. Eligibility
- You must be at least 13 years old to use our Services.
- If you are under the age required to consent to data processing in your jurisdiction, you must have the permission of your parent or guardian to use the Services.
3. Accounts and Registration
- Account Creation: You may need to create an account to access certain features. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
- Account Security: You're responsible for safeguarding your account credentials. You agree not to share your password with others and to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
- Account Usage: You will not create an account using false information or impersonate another person. You agree to use your account for lawful purposes only.
4. License and Access
- Limited License: Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-transferable, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the Services for your personal, educational, or organizational needs.
- Restrictions: You agree not to:
- Modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on our Services without prior written permission.
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of our Services.
- Use the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
5. User Conduct
When using our Services, you agree to:
- Compliance with Laws: Abide by all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations.
- Respect Intellectual Property: Only upload or share content that you own or have permission to use.
- No Harassment: Not engage in any harassing, bullying, intimidating, or threatening behavior.
- No Harmful Activity: Avoid introducing viruses, worms, or any malicious code that could disrupt or damage the Services or users' devices.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
- Wika Content: All content, design, and functionality within the Services—such as text, graphics, logos, and software—are owned by or licensed to Wika and are protected by intellectual property laws.
- User-Generated Content:
- You retain ownership of any content you create or upload (“User Content”).
- By submitting User Content, you grant Wika a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, and display such content in connection with providing and promoting the Services.
- Trademarks: Wika's name, logos, and any related brand assets are trademarks of Wika. You agree not to use these without our prior written permission.
7. Paid Services and Billing
- Subscriptions: Some of our Services may require a subscription or payment. By subscribing, you agree to pay all fees specified for the chosen plan.
- Billing Cycle: Subscription fees are charged on a recurring basis as stated during sign-up. You authorize us to charge your chosen payment method on the applicable billing dates.
- Refunds: Refund policies vary based on subscription type. Please refer to our Refund Policy or your plan details.
- Price Changes: We reserve the right to adjust subscription fees or introduce new charges. We will provide reasonable notice before any changes take effect.
8. Privacy
Your use of the Services is subject to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Services, you consent to the data practices described therein.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
- As Is Basis: The Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
- No Guarantee: We do not guarantee that the Services will be error-free, timely, secure, or produce specific learning outcomes.
- Third-Party Content: We are not responsible for content provided by third parties, including links or external sites. Accessing these is at your own risk.
10. Limitation of Liability
- Indirect Damages: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Wika will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Services.
- Aggregate Liability: In no event will Wika's total liability exceed the fees you paid to Wika in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Wika, its affiliates, and their respective directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Services.
12. Termination
- Termination by You: You may stop using the Services or cancel your account at any time.
- Termination by Wika: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services without notice if we believe you have breached these Terms or engaged in unlawful or fraudulent behavior.
- Effect of Termination: Upon termination, any licenses granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease, and you must discontinue all use of the Services.
13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of Virginia, USA, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
- Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising from these Terms or the Services shall be resolved in the courts located in Springfield, VA, USA and each party consents to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may update or modify these Terms at any time. If we make significant changes, we will provide notice by posting the revised Terms on our website and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.
15. Miscellaneous
- Entire Agreement: These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Wika regarding your use of the Services.
- Severability: If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
- No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
- Assignment: You may not assign these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at our discretion.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us.