Terms of Service

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By downloading, installing, or using TeachAssist ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE

TeachAssist is a free, open-source mobile application that provides a mobile interface for accessing ta.yrdsb.ca. The App is developed by an individual developer and is distributed under the GNU General Public License, version 2 (GPL-2.0). The App does not collect, store, or transmit user data to any external servers operated by us.

3. OPEN SOURCE LICENSE

TeachAssist is released under the GNU General Public License, version 2 (GPL-2.0). The source code is available for review, modification, and distribution in accordance with the GPL-2.0 terms. You may use, copy, modify, and distribute the software, provided that any derivative work you distribute is also licensed under the GPL-2.0 and its complete corresponding source code is made available.

4. USER RESPONSIBILITIES

5. DATA ACCURACY DISCLAIMER

• - You acknowledge that TeachAssist displays information from ta.yrdsb.ca
• - We make no representations about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information displayed
• - It is your responsibility to verify all information with official sources
• - Any discrepancies should be resolved directly with your educational institution
• - We are not responsible for any consequences arising from inaccurate or outdated information

6. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

• - The App interfaces with ta.yrdsb.ca, which is operated by York Region District School Board
• - We have no control over ta.yrdsb.ca's availability, functionality, or content
• - Your use of ta.yrdsb.ca through our App is subject to their terms of service and privacy policies
• - We are not responsible for any issues, outages, or changes to ta.yrdsb.ca
• - The App will attempt to notify users of connectivity issues, but we cannot guarantee such notifications

7. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

• - Attempting to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts
• - Using the App to harass, threaten, or harm others
• - Distributing malware or harmful code through the App
• - Attempting to overwhelm ta.yrdsb.ca's servers through excessive requests
• - Using the App in violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• - Impersonating others or providing false information
• - Commercial use without explicit permission

8. TERMINATION

• - We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the App at any time for violation of these Terms
• - You may stop using the App at any time by uninstalling it from your device
• - Upon termination, all locally stored data will be deleted when you uninstall the App
• - Termination does not affect your rights under the GNU GPL v2 for the source code

9. DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES

10. UPDATES AND MODIFICATIONS

• - We reserve the right to update, modify, or discontinue the App at any time
• - We may update these Terms from time to time
• - Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms
• - We will attempt to notify users of significant changes through the App or app store updates

11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

• - The App is open source under the GNU GPL v2
• - Educational data accessed through the App belongs to you and/or York Region District School Board
• - We claim no ownership over any educational data accessed through the App
• - Trademarks and copyrights of third parties are acknowledged

13. PRIVACY

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle your information.

14. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ontario, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.

15. AGE REQUIREMENT

You must be at least 13 years old to use this App. By using the App, you represent that you meet this age requirement. This age is independently verified and enforced by YRDSB.

16. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

17. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

18. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the App.

By using TeachAssist, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.