This Website Service Agreement and Terms of Use (“Agreement” or “TOU”) governs your access to and use of the website located at DogTraining.World (the “Website”) and the services provided by K9-1 Specialized Dog Training, LLC (“K9-1,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Website or Services, you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by this Agreement, our Privacy Policy (available at https://dogtraining.world/privacy/), and any applicable operating rules or domain licenses, all of which are incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease using the Website and Services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
1.1. Binding Agreement. This Agreement is a legally binding contract. By accessing or using the Website or Services, you signify your acceptance of this Agreement. You represent that you are at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into this Agreement.
1.2. Updates to Terms. K9-1 may modify this Agreement at any time without prior notice. Changes are effective immediately upon posting on the Website or notification via email or other means. Continued use of the Website or Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms. The current version is accessible via the “Terms of Use” link at the bottom of our web pages.
1.3. Account Responsibility. Your right to use the Website is personal and non-transferable. You are responsible for all activities under your account and for maintaining the confidentiality of your password(s). You must notify K9-1 immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach via email to support@dogtraining.world.
1.4. Service Modifications. K9-1 may change, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Website or Services, including content, features, or availability, at any time without notice.
2. Privacy Policy
K9-1 respects your privacy and allows you to control the treatment of your personal information. Our Privacy Policy, available via the “Privacy Policy” link at the bottom of our web pages, is incorporated into this Agreement and governs the collection, use, and disclosure of your data.
3. User Equipment
You are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all hardware, software, and other equipment necessary to access and use the Website and Services, as well as all related costs.
4. Services
4.1. Description. K9-1 provides access to resources, including video classes, educational materials, private communication forums, and product information (collectively, “Services”). Services, including updates, enhancements, or new features, are subject to this Agreement and the Privacy Policy.
4.2. User Conduct. You agree to use the Services for lawful purposes only. You shall not:
5. Account Security
If you register for an account, you must provide accurate, complete information and maintain the confidentiality of your username and password. You are responsible for all activities under your account and may not use another’s account. K9-1 is not liable for losses caused by unauthorized use, but you may be liable for losses incurred by K9-1 or others due to such use.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1. K9-1 Content. The Website and Services contain copyrighted material, trademarks, and proprietary information owned by K9-1 or third parties, protected under United States copyright laws. You may not modify, publish, transmit, sell, create derivative works, or exploit any content without express permission from K9-1 or the copyright owner. Limited downloading for personal, non-commercial use is permitted, provided copyright or attribution notices are not altered.
6.2. User Submissions. By submitting content (“Submissions”) to the Website or Services, you grant K9-1 a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, distribute, and incorporate such Submissions in any form or media. You warrant that you own or control all rights to your Submissions and are responsible for any infringement or harm caused. For Submissions containing images, you warrant that you have the necessary rights and consents for their use.
6.3. Compliance. You agree to respect all intellectual property rights and laws. You are solely responsible for ensuring Submissions do not infringe third-party rights. K9-1 may suspend or terminate accounts of Users who violate intellectual property laws.
7. Use of Documents
You may use documents (e.g., white papers, FAQs) from the Services for personal, non-commercial, or informational purposes, provided:
8. Third-Party Content and Links
8.1. Third-Party Content. K9-1 acts as a distributor, not a publisher, of content provided by third parties or Users. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of such content and disclaim liability for reliance thereon.
8.2. Links. The Website may contain links to third-party sites not controlled by K9-1. We are not responsible for the content, updates, or transmission of linked sites, and links do not imply endorsement. Use linked sites at your own risk.
9. Unsolicited Idea Policy
K9-1 does not accept unsolicited ideas, including for products or marketing. Any ideas submitted are not confidential or proprietary, and K9-1 is not liable for similarities to our products or strategies.
10. Monitoring and Enforcement
K9-1 may monitor Website content, including Communication Services, to ensure compliance with this Agreement or applicable laws. We may edit, refuse to post, or remove content and terminate access at our discretion, without notice, for violations or objectionable conduct.
11. Payments and Refunds
Recurring subscription fees may be canceled at any time. K9-1 offers a 30-day money-back satisfaction guarantee. To request a refund for your most recent payment, contact us at support@dogtraining.world or via our Contact Us page. Refunds are subject to the limitations in Section 18.5 (Cessation of Business Operations).
12. Disclaimer of Warranties
12.1. As-Is Basis. The Website and Services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
12.2. No Guarantee. K9-1 does not warrant that the Website or Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure, or that results will be accurate or reliable.
12.3. User Risk. You assume all risks associated with use, including from viruses, errors, or unauthorized access.
13. Limitation of Liability
13.1. No Liability. K9-1, its affiliates, and their agents or suppliers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Website or Services, including loss of data, profits, or use.
13.2. Third-Party Conduct. K9-1 is not liable for defamatory, offensive, or illegal conduct by Users or third parties.
13.3. Force Majeure. Neither party is liable for delays or failures due to events beyond their control (e.g., acts of God, equipment failure). The affected party must notify the other via email within 15 days, and performance will be suspended until the event is resolved.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless K9-1, its affiliates, and their directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Website or Services or breach of this Agreement.
15. Copyright Infringement Policy
K9-1 complies with copyright laws and may suspend or terminate accounts of Users who infringe intellectual property rights. To report infringement, provide the following to our Copyright Infringement Unit at support@dogtraining.world:
16. Dispute Resolution
16.1. Arbitration. All disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Westchester County, New York, under the Commercial Arbitration Procedures of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration award is final and may be entered in any court with jurisdiction. The prevailing party is entitled to reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs.
16.2. Governing Law. This Agreement is governed by the laws of New York and the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
16.3. Venue. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of state or federal courts in Westchester County, New York, for non-arbitrable disputes.
17. Notices
Notices to K9-1 must be sent via email to support@dogtraining.world. Notices to Users will be sent to the provided email address. Email notices are deemed delivered 24 hours after sending.
18. General Provisions
18.1. Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time. K9-1 may immediately terminate your account for unacceptable conduct or breach of this Agreement.
18.2. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, the Privacy Policy, and any operating rules or domain licenses constitute the entire agreement between you and K9-1, superseding all prior agreements.
18.3. Severability and Waiver. If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in force. No waiver of a breach constitutes a waiver of other breaches, and waivers are effective only if in writing and signed.
18.4. Assignment and Change of Control.
19. Acknowledgment
By using the Website or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement. All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved.
Our Commitment to Privacy
Your privacy is important to K9-1 Specialized Dog Training, LLC (“K9-1,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our website at DogTraining.World (the “Website”) and our services, including educational coursework (“Courses”) and other resources (collectively, “Services”). This policy is incorporated into our Website Service Agreement and Terms of Use (“Agreement”), available via the “Terms of Use” link at the bottom of our web pages. By using the Website or Services, you consent to the practices described herein.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following information when you interact with our Website or Services:
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
3. How We Share Your Information
We share your personal information only in the following limited circumstances:
4. Data Retention
K9-1 retains your information for as long as necessary to provide the Services and fulfill legitimate business purposes, such as record-keeping, compliance, or dispute resolution. We are not obligated to delete information you submit to the Website, as retention is necessary to manage our operations and comply with the Agreement. You may contact us to opt out of marketing communications, but this does not affect our retention of data for other purposes.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and managerial measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security, as noted in the Agreement’s warranty disclaimers.
6. Accessing or Correcting Your Information
You may request access to or correction of your personal information by emailing support@dogtraining.world with “Personal Information Request” in the subject line and your contact details in the email body. We will verify your identity before responding to protect your privacy. You may correct factual errors by providing credible evidence. We are not obligated to delete your information, as retention supports our business operations.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Website and Services are intended for users 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect or maintain information from individuals under 18. If we learn that such information has been collected, we will take steps to remove it.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time, with changes effective upon posting on the Website or notification via email. Continued use of the Website or Services after changes constitutes your acceptance. The current version is accessible via the “Privacy Policy” link at the bottom of our web pages.
9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at support@dogtraining.world. All correspondence must be sent via email, per the Agreement’s notice provisions.
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