Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Kowd website and services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to any part of these terms, you may not use the Service. Kowd reserves the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the Service following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

2. Description of Service

Kowd is a problem-first coding academy and educational platform offering developer bootcamp programs, technical curriculum, and learning resources for career-switchers and self-taught developers. Our Service includes online and in-person classroom instruction, diagnostic assessments, curriculum mapping, code review practices, and related educational materials. Kowd operates primarily in Alexandria, Cairo, and Giza, Egypt, and serves students seeking to close technical skill gaps in full-stack development, database design, deployment pipelines, and software engineering fundamentals.

3. Permitted Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the Service. Prohibited behavior includes:

• Harassing, threatening, or abusing other students, instructors, or staff;
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Service or its systems;
• Reproducing, distributing, or transmitting any course materials, code examples, or proprietary content without explicit written permission from Kowd;
• Using the Service for commercial purposes unrelated to your personal learning;
• Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or any code intended to disrupt or damage the Service;
• Violating any applicable laws or regulations in Egypt or your jurisdiction;
• Impersonating another person or misrepresenting your identity or affiliation with Kowd.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Kowd Service, including but not limited to course materials, curriculum guides, code examples, video recordings of classroom sessions, whiteboard diagrams, technical documentation, logos, and branding, is the exclusive property of Kowd or its content providers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this content solely for your personal educational purposes as a Kowd student or authorized user.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works from any Kowd content without prior written consent. If you submit code, assignments, or other work to Kowd as part of your coursework, you grant Kowd a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such work for educational, assessment, and improvement purposes within the Kowd platform and classroom environment.

5. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, questions, code, or other content through the Service, you represent that you own or have the right to submit such content and that it does not violate any third-party rights. By submitting content, you grant Kowd a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, display, and reproduce your content in connection with the Service and for educational purposes. Kowd is not responsible for any user-generated content and reserves the right to remove or modify content that violates these terms or is deemed inappropriate.

6. Disclaimers

The Service is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. Kowd makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Service, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Kowd does not guarantee that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or harmful components;
• Completion of Kowd courses will guarantee employment or career advancement;
• All technical information provided is current, accurate, or complete;
• Third-party links or resources accessed through the Service are reliable or safe.

Kowd is an educational institution and does not provide professional legal, financial, or medical advice. Any information or guidance provided is for educational purposes only.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Egyptian law, Kowd and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Service, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, or business opportunity, even if Kowd has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Kowd's total liability for any claim arising from the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid to Kowd in the twelve months preceding the claim, or one hundred Egyptian pounds, whichever is greater. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Kowd, its owners, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Service, your violation of these terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

9. Termination

Kowd reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Termination may occur if you violate these terms, engage in unlawful conduct, or for any reason at Kowd's sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately, and you remain responsible for any outstanding fees or obligations.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Service is also governed by Kowd's Privacy Policy. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, applications, and services that are not operated by Kowd. Kowd is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is governed by their terms and policies. Kowd does not endorse or warrant any third-party content or services.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Egypt, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to the Service or these terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in Alexandria, Egypt. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue or inconvenient forum.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies or agreements referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Kowd regarding the Service and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, whether written or oral.

15. Changes to Terms

Kowd reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Service. Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms of Service or the Service itself, please contact Kowd using the information below: