Terms of Service

1. About LearnDSA.me

LearnDSA.me is an educational platform created by a group of computer engineering students to provide free, interactive learning resources for data structures and algorithms. Our mission is to make computer science education accessible to students worldwide.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using LearnDSA.me, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our platform.

• These Terms apply to all users of the platform
• You must be capable of entering into a legally binding agreement
• Use of the platform constitutes acceptance of these Terms

3. Educational Purpose and Target Audience

LearnDSA.me is designed specifically for computer science students and education:

• Primary Audience: Computer science students, programmers, and educators
• Content Focus: Data structures, algorithms, and related computer science topics
• Educational Use: All content is intended for educational and learning purposes
• Age Appropriateness: Content is suitable for all ages with no restricted material
• Global Accessibility: Platform is designed to serve international students

4. User Accounts and Authentication

4.1 Account Creation

• Accounts are created through Google OAuth authentication only
• We collect only your Google profile picture and username
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your Google account
• One person may not maintain multiple accounts

4.2 Account Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and current information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

5. Acceptable Use Policy

5.1 Permitted Uses

• Learning data structures and algorithms concepts
• Using interactive visualizations and educational tools
• Tracking your personal learning progress
• Sharing knowledge with fellow students (following academic integrity)
• Using content for personal educational advancement

5.2 Prohibited Uses

• Violating any applicable laws or regulations
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the platform or other users' accounts
• Distributing malware, viruses, or other harmful code
• Using automated tools to scrape or download content en masse
• Interfering with the proper functioning of the platform
• Impersonating other users or entities
• Using the platform for commercial purposes without permission
• Attempting to reverse engineer or copy our educational algorithms

6. Content and Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

• All original content, including lessons, visualizations, and interactive tools, is owned by LearnDSA.me
• Content is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws
• We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to access and use content for educational purposes
• You may not redistribute, modify, or create derivative works without permission

6.2 Third-Party Content

• Some content may reference or include third-party educational materials
• Such content is used under fair use principles for educational purposes
• Third-party content remains the property of its respective owners
• We respect intellectual property rights and respond to DMCA notices

6.3 User Data

• Your learning progress and preferences remain your data
• We do not claim ownership of your personal information
• You retain rights to your data subject to our Privacy Policy

7. Service Availability and Modifications

We strive to provide consistent access to our educational platform:

• The service is provided "as is" without warranties of availability
• We may modify, suspend, or discontinue services with reasonable notice
• Maintenance and updates may temporarily interrupt service
• We reserve the right to impose reasonable usage limits

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our data practices include:

• Minimal data collection (profile picture and username only)
• Local storage of progress for unauthenticated users
• Secure handling of all personal information
• No sale or unauthorized sharing of personal data
• Compliance with applicable privacy laws

For detailed information, please review our Privacy Policy.

9. Future Developments

As our platform evolves, we may introduce new features:

• Analytics: Google Analytics for improving user experience
• Monetization: Potential advertising partnerships in the future
• Enhanced Features: Advanced learning tools and personalization
• Community Features: Discussion forums or study groups

Users will be notified of significant changes to terms or services.

10. Disclaimers and Limitations

10.1 Educational Disclaimer

• Content is for educational purposes and may not be completely comprehensive
• We recommend supplementing with other educational resources
• Academic success depends on individual effort and institution requirements
• We are not responsible for academic outcomes or decisions based on our content

10.2 Technical Disclaimer

• The platform is provided "as is" without warranties
• We do not guarantee error-free or uninterrupted service
• Users are responsible for backing up their progress data
• Technical issues may occasionally affect platform functionality

11. Termination

Either party may terminate the use of services:

• By You: Stop using the platform at any time
• By Us: Suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms
• Effect: Upon termination, your right to use the platform ceases
• Data: You may export your progress data before termination

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements:

• Notice of material changes will be provided through the platform
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of modified Terms
• Users who disagree with changes should discontinue use
• Version history will be maintained for transparency

13. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or reports regarding these Terms:

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Nepal. Any disputes will be resolved through good faith negotiation, with jurisdiction in the courts of Kathmandu, Nepal for matters that cannot be resolved amicably.