Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using StudyShare, you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree with any part, please discontinue use of the platform.

2. User Conduct

Users must use StudyShare lawfully. You are prohibited from sharing or transmitting unlawful, harmful, harassing, defamatory, or inappropriate material of any kind.

3. Intellectual Property

All uploaded academic materials remain the property of their respective authors. By uploading, you grant StudyShare a limited, non-exclusive license to host and display your content solely for verified academic use.

4. Accuracy of Content

StudyShare does not guarantee that all uploaded content is accurate, complete, or up to date. Users are encouraged to verify information before use.

5. Disclaimer

StudyShare is a student-driven initiative. Content is provided “as is” for educational purposes only. StudyShare is not officially affiliated with any university or academic institution.

6. Limitation of Liability

StudyShare shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the platform or materials, including data loss or unauthorized access.

7. Modifications to Terms

StudyShare reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the platform after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

8. Protection of Personal Data

StudyShare is committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. We collect limited personal information such as your name, email address, IP address, and device information to enhance platform security, performance, and user experience.

• Data Collection: We collect only necessary information when you create an account, upload files, or interact with the site.
• Data Use: Your information is used for authentication, communication, analytics, and service improvement. We do not sell or share your data with third parties without consent.
• Cookies: StudyShare may use cookies to maintain user sessions and improve functionality. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
• Security: All sensitive data is transmitted securely and stored using encryption and access controls to prevent unauthorized access.
• User Rights: You may request to view, correct, or delete your personal information by contacting us at studyshare@alwaysdata.net.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any disputes will be handled within its jurisdiction.