Terms of Service

Terms of Service Scope and Purpose

These Terms of Service govern your use of SecureCore's cybersecurity training services, website, and related educational materials. By accessing our website or enrolling in our training programs, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Our training services are designed for professional development in cybersecurity and information security fields. These terms ensure a productive learning environment for all participants while protecting the rights of both students and instructors.

If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services or website. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any updates to these terms.

Service Usage Terms

1. Acceptable Use Policy

When using our services, you agree to:

Use our training materials and resources solely for educational purposes
Respect intellectual property rights of instructors and course materials
Maintain a professional and respectful learning environment
Apply ethical hacking and security principles responsibly

2. Prohibited Uses and Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Using learned techniques for unauthorized access or malicious purposes
Sharing, distributing, or selling copyrighted training materials
Attempting to hack or compromise our systems or networks
Disruptive behavior toward instructors or fellow students
Violating applicable laws or regulations in any jurisdiction

3. Service Access Requirements

Technical Requirements

• Stable internet connection for online components
• Compatible device for accessing course materials
• Required software as specified per course

Professional Prerequisites

• Basic IT or networking knowledge (varies by course)
• Professional commitment to ethical practices
• Willingness to follow lab safety protocols

4. Fair Usage Guidelines

To ensure quality service for all users:

Limit simultaneous access to shared lab resources during peak hours
Reasonable use of instructor support and Q&A sessions
Respect scheduled class times and attendance policies

Account and Access Management

5. Account Creation Requirements

To enroll in our training programs, you must:

Provide accurate and complete registration information
Verify your identity and professional background as requested
Maintain a valid email address for course communications
Meet any course-specific prerequisites or experience requirements

6. Account Security Responsibilities

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain secure login credentials
• Report suspicious account activity immediately
• Update contact information when changes occur
• Log out of shared computers after use

Our Security Measures

• Encrypted data transmission and storage
• Regular security monitoring and updates
• Access logging for audit purposes
• Secure password reset procedures

7. Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for:

Violation of these Terms of Service or acceptable use policies
Suspected fraudulent or unauthorized activity
Failure to pay required fees or persistent payment issues
Extended periods of inactivity (12+ months without course enrollment)

Account holders will receive 30 days written notice before termination, except in cases of serious violations requiring immediate action.

8. Multiple Account Policies

Each individual or organization should maintain only one active account to ensure proper tracking of progress and certification records. Multiple accounts may be terminated at our discretion.

Organizations requiring multiple student accounts should contact us about group enrollment options.

Service Availability and Modifications

9. Service Uptime and Maintenance

Availability Commitment

• 99.5% uptime target for online services
• Scheduled maintenance during off-peak hours
• 48-hour advance notice for planned downtime
• Emergency maintenance as needed for security

Maintenance Windows

• Routine updates: Sundays 2:00-6:00 AM JST
• Lab environment resets: As scheduled per course
• Security patches: Applied as required
• Hardware maintenance: Coordinated with classes

10. Feature Availability

Service features may vary based on:

Course Level: Advanced features available in higher-tier courses
Enrollment Status: Full access during active enrollment periods
Technical Limitations: Some features require specific software or hardware

11. Geographic Restrictions

Our services are primarily designed for students in Japan, though we welcome international participants:

In-person classes conducted in Tokyo metropolitan area
Online sessions scheduled in Japan Standard Time (JST)
Primary instruction language is English with Japanese support available

12. Service Modifications and Updates

We continuously improve our training programs and may modify course content, delivery methods, or service features. Changes will be communicated through:

Email notifications to enrolled students

Website announcements and updates

Direct communication during classes

Intellectual Property Rights

13. Content Ownership

All course materials, lab environments, documentation, videos, and training content are proprietary to SecureCore and protected by copyright law.

Course curriculum and instructional design remain SecureCore property
Recording of live sessions without permission is prohibited
Distribution of course materials outside of enrolled students is prohibited

14. User-Generated Content Rights

Content you create during courses (such as lab reports, projects, or forum posts):

Remains your intellectual property
You grant us limited rights to review and provide feedback
May be showcased with your permission for educational purposes

15. License Grants

During your enrollment, you receive:

Limited Educational License: Use course materials for personal learning and skill development
Lab Access Rights: Use virtual environments and tools during course duration
Reference Materials: Retain access to select resources post-completion

16. Copyright and Trademark Notices

SecureCore, our logo, and course names are trademarks of our organization. Unauthorized use of these marks is prohibited. Third-party tools and software used in training retain their respective copyrights and trademarks.

Students must respect all intellectual property rights of third-party tools and technologies covered in our courses.

Terms Modification Policy

17. Changes to Terms of Service

We may update these Terms of Service periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or operational practices. Material changes will be communicated to active users via email and posted on our website.

Effective Date: Changes take effect 30 days after notification. Continued use of our services after this period indicates acceptance of the updated terms.

Questions About Our Terms

If you have questions about these Terms of Service or need clarification about our policies, please contact our support team:

Email: info@zarethstone.com

We aim to respond to all service-related inquiries within 48 hours during business days.

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