Terms of Service

2 Definitions

• ▸ "Service" refers to the ScolaVault website and all its features, including scholarship listings, search tools, and guides.
• ▸ "User" refers to any person using our Service, including registered and unregistered visitors.
• ▸ "Content" refers to all information, data, and materials on the Service, including scholarship listings, guides, and user-generated content.

3 About Our Service

ScolaVault is a free scholarship database that helps students discover funding opportunities. We:

• ▸ Curate and list scholarships from various providers
• ▸ Provide guides and resources for scholarship applications
• ▸ Offer search and filtering tools to help users find relevant opportunities

4 No Guarantee of Scholarships

ScolaVault provides information about scholarships, grants, and funding opportunities. However:

• ▸ We do not guarantee that you will receive any scholarship
• ▸ We do not endorse or recommend specific scholarships
• ▸ We are not affiliated with any scholarship provider unless explicitly stated
• ▸ Scholarship availability, deadlines, and requirements may change without notice

5 Acceptable Use

By using our Service, you agree to:

• ▸ Use the Service for lawful purposes only
• ▸ Provide accurate and truthful information
• ▸ Respect the rights of other users
• ▸ Not use the Service for any fraudulent or deceptive activities
• ▸ Not attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the Service
• ▸ Not scrape or copy our data for commercial purposes

6 User Accounts

When you create an account with us, you agree to:

• ▸ Provide accurate and complete information
• ▸ Maintain the security of your account
• ▸ Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
• ▸ Be responsible for all activities under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

7 Content Accuracy

We strive to keep all information on our Service accurate and up-to-date. However:

• ▸ We are not responsible for errors or omissions in scholarship listings
• ▸ Scholarship providers may change deadlines or requirements without notifying us
• ▸ We do not guarantee that all listed scholarships are still open for applications

If you find inaccurate information, please contact us so we can correct it.

8 Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, including scholarship providers, universities, and government agencies. We are not responsible for:

• ▸ The content or practices of these websites
• ▸ Scholarship application processes or outcomes
• ▸ Privacy policies or data practices of third parties

Visiting third-party websites is at your own risk. We recommend reading their terms and privacy policies.

9 Intellectual Property

All content on our Service, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of ScolaVault or our content providers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our explicit permission. You may use our content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

10 Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please read our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

11 Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Service is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. We do not guarantee that:

• ▸ The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• ▸ All scholarship information is accurate or current
• ▸ You will receive any scholarship through our Service
• ▸ Our Service will meet your specific needs or expectations

12 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ScolaVault is not responsible for:

• ▸ Lost scholarship opportunities
• ▸ Changes in scholarship deadlines or requirements
• ▸ Decisions made by scholarship providers
• ▸ Technical issues with our website
• ▸ Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

We provide scholarship information as a free service, but we are not responsible for the outcomes of your applications.

13 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold ScolaVault harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• ▸ Your use of the Service
• ▸ Your violation of these terms
• ▸ Your violation of any third-party rights

14 Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at our discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to other users.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. You may still access public information, but your account will be disabled.

15 Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will:

• ▸ Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• ▸ Notify registered users via email
• ▸ Post a notice on our website

Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

16 Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which ScolaVault operates. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of that jurisdiction.

17 Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: