Terms of Service

Effective Date: November 19, 2025

These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of the Skill Studio website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms. Please read them carefully before proceeding.

Scope of Services

1. Service Description

Skill Studio provides arcade game development training programs, workshops, and educational resources through our website and affiliated platforms. Our services include but are not limited to:

Online and in-person training workshops and courses
Educational content, tutorials, and resource materials
Professional development certifications
Community forums and networking opportunities
Technical support and guidance for enrolled students

2. Eligibility Requirements

To use our services, you must:

Be at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian consent
Provide accurate and complete registration information
Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws
Not be prohibited from using our services under applicable regulations

3. User Obligations

When using our services, you agree to:

Use the services only for lawful and legitimate educational purposes
Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
Provide accurate information and keep your profile updated
Respect intellectual property rights of Skill Studio and other users
Not interfere with or disrupt the operation of our services
Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use our services to:

Access and participate in training programs you're enrolled in
View and download educational materials for personal learning
Interact with instructors and other students appropriately
Submit assignments and receive feedback on your work
Participate in community discussions and knowledge sharing

Prohibited Activities

You must not:

Share or distribute course materials without authorization
Use the services to promote competing educational programs
Engage in harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior
Post or transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
Attempt to scrape, copy, or reproduce our website content
Impersonate other users, instructors, or staff members
Use automated tools to access or interact with our services
Circumvent security measures or access restrictions

Content Guidelines

When posting content or communicating through our services, ensure your contributions are respectful, constructive, and relevant to arcade game development. We reserve the right to remove content that violates these guidelines or our community standards.

Account Management

1. Account Creation

When you create an account with us, you agree to provide accurate and complete information. You're responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials and all activities that occur under your account.

2. Account Security

You must:

Choose a strong, unique password for your account
Keep your login credentials confidential
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access
Not share your account with others
Log out from shared or public computers

We're not liable for losses resulting from unauthorized use of your account if you fail to maintain adequate security.

3. Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if:

You violate these Terms of Service or our policies
You engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
Your account poses a security risk
You fail to pay required fees or tuition
We're required to do so by law

You may also close your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your access to paid services will cease, subject to our refund policy.

4. Multiple Account Policy

Each individual should maintain only one active account. Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions or access controls is prohibited and may result in termination of all associated accounts.

Service Availability and Modifications

Service Uptime and Maintenance

While we strive to provide continuous access to our services, we don't guarantee uninterrupted availability. Our services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control. We'll make reasonable efforts to notify you of planned maintenance when possible.

Feature Availability

Certain features may be available only to users enrolled in specific programs or subscription tiers. We reserve the right to modify, add, or remove features at our discretion to improve our services or comply with legal requirements.

Geographic Restrictions

Our services are primarily designed for users in the United States. Access from other locations may be subject to additional restrictions or limitations. Some features may not be available in all regions.

Service Modifications and Updates

We may modify our services, pricing, features, or policies at any time. Significant changes will be communicated through email or prominent notices on our website. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modifications.

Intellectual Property Rights

Content Ownership

All content, materials, resources, software, and intellectual property available through our services are owned by Skill Studio or our licensors. This includes but is not limited to course materials, videos, text, graphics, logos, designs, and trademarks.

License Grant

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

Access and view course materials for personal educational purposes
Download resources provided as part of your enrolled programs
Use materials in accordance with the specific program guidelines

This license does not permit you to reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without explicit written permission.

User-Generated Content Rights

When you submit content through our services (such as forum posts, project submissions, or feedback), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display that content for the purposes of providing and improving our services. You retain ownership of your original content.

Copyright and Trademark Notices

The Skill Studio name, logo, and associated marks are trademarks of our company. You may not use these marks without our prior written consent. If you believe any content on our platform infringes your intellectual property rights, please contact us with detailed information about the alleged infringement.

Payment Terms and Refunds

Payment Processing

All fees for our training programs are charged in United States Dollars. Payment is due at the time of enrollment unless alternative arrangements have been agreed upon. We use secure third-party payment processors to handle transactions.

Pricing and Fees

Program prices are listed on our website and may be subject to change. Price changes will not affect enrollments already confirmed. Additional fees may apply for supplementary materials, certifications, or optional services.

Refund Policy

Our refund policy varies by program type and will be clearly communicated at the time of enrollment. Generally, refund requests must be submitted within the specified timeframe and may be subject to administrative fees. Please contact us to discuss specific refund situations.

Questions and Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Service or need clarification on any provision, please contact us using the information provided at the top of this page. We're here to help you understand your rights and obligations as a user of our services.

By using Skill Studio's services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.