Terms of Use
(Updated: December 27, 2025)

These Terms of Use (“ Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Mahdavia Academy website, any associated mobile or web applications, and all content, features, public forums, and services offered through them (collectively, the “ Platform”).

By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional policies or guidelines published on the Platform from time to time (collectively, the “ Agreement”). If you do not agree to any part of this Agreement, you must not access or use the Platform.

1. Definitions
  • “Creator,” “we,” “us,” or “our” refers to Mahdavia Academy, the owner and operator of the Platform.
  • “You,” “Your,” or “User” refers to any individual accessing or using the Platform.
  • “Content” means any course, lesson, session (live or recorded), digital product, document, assessment, or educational material made available on the Platform.
  • “Creator Content” means all original materials created or published by the Creator, including videos, audio, text, images, documents, and materials posted in Public Forums.
  • “Public Forums” means discussion boards, comments, chats, or any interactive features that allow users to communicate with the Creator or other users.

2. Eligibility, Access, and Registration

2.1 Minimum Age for Account Registration

To create an account and register on the Platform, you must be at least thirteen (13) years of age, or the minimum age of digital consent in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher.

2.2 Access by Learners Under 13

Learners under the age of thirteen (13) may access age-appropriate Content only through an account registered and managed by a parent or legal guardian. In such cases:
  • The parent or legal guardian is the registered account holder.
  • The parent or legal guardian provides consent for the minor’s participation.
  • The parent or legal guardian assumes full responsibility for the minor’s use of the Platform and compliance with this Agreement.
2.3 Course-Level Age Suitability

Certain courses or Content on the Platform may be designed for or suitable for learners aged ten (10) years and above, or other specified age ranges. Any age references associated with individual courses relate only to content suitability and do not override the minimum age requirement for account registration.

2.4 Registration Information

To access Content, you may be required to provide your name, email address, and other basic information. You represent and warrant that:
  • All information you provide is accurate and complete;
  • You meet the eligibility requirements set out in this Agreement; and
  • You will keep your information up to date.
3. Content Access, Enrollment, and Forums

When you enroll in or access Content, you may be granted access to Public Forums related to that Content. Participation in Public Forums is optional.

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to remove content, restrict access, or suspend or terminate accounts that violate this Agreement.

4. Supported Devices

Access to the Platform requires a compatible device and internet connection. Supported devices and system requirements may change over time, and we do not guarantee continued compatibility with all devices or operating systems.

5. License to Use the Platform

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Platform and Content for personal, non-commercial educational purposes only.

You may not:
  • Copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from any Content or Creator Content;
  • Publicly display or commercially exploit any materials;
  • Attempt to reverse engineer or disrupt the Platform;
  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices; or
  • Share access credentials or materials with others.
This license terminates automatically upon violation of this Agreement.

6. User Communications and Content

If you submit or post any content ( “Learner Content”) on the Platform, you represent that you own or have the rights to such content.

By submitting Learner Content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content in connection with operating the Platform.

7. Code of Conduct

You agree not to use the Platform to:
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations;
  • Post harmful, abusive, violent, hateful, defamatory, or discriminatory content;
  • Harass, bully, or intimidate others;
  • Engage in spam, scams, impersonation, or unauthorized access;
  • Upload malware or interfere with the Platform’s operation.
  • Violations may result in removal of content, suspension, or termination of access without notice.
8. Intellectual Property

All Platform materials, including Content and Creator Content, are the exclusive property of the Creator or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. You acquire no ownership rights through use of the Platform.

9. Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you submit may be used by us without restriction or compensation, and you waive any rights in such feedback.

10. Payments, Fees, and Donations

At present, registration and access to Content may be offered free of charge. We reserve the right to introduce paid Content in the future. Payments, if applicable, will be processed through secure third-party payment providers.

Donations made to support the Platform are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise stated and are processed through a secure third-party payment service.

11. Disclaimers

The Platform and Content are provided “as is” and “as available”. While the Content is developed through a scholarly review process and prepared with reasonable care for accuracy, Mahdavia Academy makes no warranties or guarantees regarding completeness, ongoing accuracy, availability, or suitability for any particular purpose.

The Content is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace personal religious guidance or legal rulings. Learners are responsible for seeking personal clarification or guidance from their Murshid, Mufti, or another qualified religious authority, in accordance with the Qur’an 4:59.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Creator shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from use of or inability to use the Platform or Content.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Creator from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the Platform or violation of this Agreement.

14. Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or practices, and access is at your own risk.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Creator’s home jurisdiction, without regard to conflict of law principles. You consent to exclusive jurisdiction in the courts of that jurisdiction.

16. Modifications and Miscellaneous

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of revised Terms. If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect. You may not assign this Agreement without our consent.

17. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, contact us by using the Contact Us form.