Terms of Service
Atarrodo Inc. Terms of Service
Last Updated: 11/19/2025
Welcome to Atarrodo Inc. ("Atarrodo," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website https://atarrodo.com/, mobile applications, learning tools, content, products, and services (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.
1. About Atarrodo
Atarrodo is a global online platform dedicated to making African languages accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. We provide interactive learning experiences, cultural lessons, multimedia content, quizzes, and educational tools.
We serve a global audience, including children under 13 years old, and therefore implement additional safety and parental controls.
2. Eligibility
2.1 General Users
To use the Services, you must be:
- At least 13 years old, unless parent or guardian permission is granted, OR
- A child user under 13 whose parent/guardian has provided verified consent.
2.2 Parents & Guardians
For children under 13:
- A parent or legal guardian must create, approve, or oversee the account.
- Parents are responsible for monitoring the child’s use of Atarrodo.
- We comply with COPPA, GDPR, and other global child-privacy standards.
3. Accounts
3.1 Account Registration
When you create an account, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Keep your login details secure
- Notify us immediately of unauthorized access
3.2 Parent-Managed Child Accounts
Parents/guardians may:
- Create a child account
- Manage privacy settings
- Update or delete the child’s information
3.3 Account Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms, misuse the platform, or behave in a way that threatens user safety.
4. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Use Atarrodo for unlawful purposes
- Harass, threaten, or harm others
- Upload malicious code or attempt to disrupt the platform
- Copy, distribute, or modify Atarrodo content without permission
- Misrepresent your age or identity
We may restrict or remove content or accounts that violate these standards.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
All materials provided through Atarrodo—including text, audio, video, illustrations, lessons, and software—are owned by Atarrodo or our licensors.
You may not, without written permission:
- Reproduce or redistribute content
- Use content for commercial gain
- Create derivative works based on our content
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use Atarrodo solely for personal, educational purposes.
6. User Content
You may submit content such as:
- Comments
- Profile information
- Learning contributions
By submitting content, you grant Atarrodo a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, or distribute it solely to operate and improve the Services.
You agree that your content:
- Does not violate any laws
- Does not infringe third-party rights
- Is not harmful, abusive, or inappropriate
7. Children’s Use of the Platform
We take special precautions to protect child users.
7.1 Parental Consent
Parents must provide verifiable consent for children under 13, depending on the region.
7.2 Child Safety Controls
We implement:
- Restricted communication features
- Content filters
- Data minimization practices
- Parent dashboards
7.3 Educational Purpose
Atarrodo’s Services for children are solely for learning and cultural exploration.
8. Payments, Subscriptions, and Billing
Some features may require payment or subscription.
8.1 Payment Terms
By purchasing a subscription or premium feature, you agree to:
- Provide valid payment information
- Pay applicable fees
- Allow recurring charges if enrolling in auto-renewal plans
8.2 Refunds
Refunds may be issued at our discretion and subject to applicable laws.
8.3 Pricing Changes
We may modify pricing, but we will notify users in advance when required.
9. Third-Party Services
Atarrodo may integrate with external services such as:
- Analytics providers
- Hosting providers
- Payment processors
- Educational tool partners
We are not responsible for the content or policies of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is subject to their terms.
10. Data Privacy
Your privacy is extremely important to us. Please review the Atarrodo Privacy Policy for detailed information.
By using our Services, you agree to data collection and processing as outlined in the Privacy Policy.
11. Global Compliance
Because we serve users all over the world, we comply with:
- COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)
- GDPR & UK GDPR
- PIPEDA (Canada)
- NDPR (Nigeria)
- POPIA (South Africa)
- CCPA/CPRA (California)
- Other U.S. state privacy laws
Applicable rights depend on your country or state of residence.
12. Termination of Service
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Services:
- For violating these Terms
- For harmful behavior
- For legal or safety reasons
- To protect the integrity of the platform
You may terminate your account at any time.
13. Disclaimers
Atarrodo provides educational content on an "as is" basis. We make no guarantees that:
- The platform will always be error-free or uninterrupted
- Content is free from inaccuracies
- Services will meet your expectations
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain disclaimers, so these limitations may not apply to you.
14. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Atarrodo is not liable for:
- Damages resulting from inability to use the Services
- Loss of data
- Unauthorized access to your account
- Third-party conduct or content
Our total liability for any claim will not exceed the amount paid by the user in the past 12 months, or $50 if no payments were made.
15. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Atarrodo against claims arising from:
- Your misuse of the Services
- Violation of these Terms
- Infringement of third-party rights
16. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Delaware, unless otherwise required by local law.
17. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms occasionally. When changes occur:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date
- We may notify you via email or in-app notification
Continued use of the Services means you accept the revised Terms.
18. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms:
Atarrodo Inc.
Email: contact@atarrodo.com
Website: https://atarrodo.com/
Thank you for choosing Atarrodo. We are committed to providing a safe, enriching, and culturally immersive learning experience for everyone.
