- 1. Acceptance of Terms
- 2. Modifications to Terms
- 3. Services Provided
- 4. User Accounts
- 5. Intellectual Property Rights
- 6. User Responsibilities
- 7. Disclaimer of Warranties
- 8. Limitation of Liability
- 9. Links to Third-Party Websites
- 10. Indemnification
- 11. Termination
- 12. Governing Law
- 13. Dispute Resolution
- 14. Contact Information
- 15. Severability
- 16. Entire Agreement
Welcome to the official website of Lindnet Institute of Technology.
These Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as "Terms") govern your use of our Website and services. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
This website is provided for lawful, educational, and informational purposes related to the Institute’s academic offerings, administrative services, news, and public information. Users agree to use the site only for these permitted purposes and to act in good faith at all times. Users must not use the website or any service provided through it to post, transmit, or distribute content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, abusive, threatening, harassing, or that infringes the rights of others. Users must not take any action that could harm, disrupt, degrade, or otherwise interfere with the site’s operation or the experience of other users including but not limited to introducing viruses, malware, denial-of-service attacks, or other harmful code. Attempts to gain unauthorized access to the website, its underlying systems, data, or any restricted areas (for example by probing, scanning, password mining, brute-force attacks, or exploiting vulnerabilities) are strictly prohibited and may be subject to civil and criminal penalties under Zimbabwean law
2. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
3. Services Provided
Our Website offers educational services, including but not limited to online courses, learning materials, tutorials, and interactive tools designed to enhance learning. We strive to provide accurate and current information but do not guarantee that all content is complete or free from errors. We may modify or discontinue any part of our services at our discretion.
4. User Accounts
To access certain features or content on the Website, you may need to register and create an account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during the registration process. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this website, including but not limited to logos, trade names, text, photographs, images, graphics, course descriptions, lecture materials, syllabi, designs, software, and system architecture, is the exclusive property of Lindnet Institute of Technology or its licensors, unless expressly stated otherwise. Such materials are protected by domestic and international intellectual property laws and treaties. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to view, download, and print pages or materials from the site solely for your personal, non-commercial use or for educational purposes directly related to the Institute. Any other use, including reproduction, republication, modification, distribution, transmission, display, or performance of the content without the Institute’s prior written permission is strictly prohibited and may give rise to legal liability
6. User Responsibilities
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe on the rights of any third party. You agree not to:
- Use the Website to transmit or distribute content that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, or harmful.
- Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the functioning of the Website or any associated networks or services.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website, other user accounts, or any connected systems or networks.
- Use automated systems, such as robots or data mining tools, to access or collect data from the Website without our express written permission.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and all services, content, and materials provided are offered on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Lindnet Institute of Technology, its officers, employees, agents, and affiliates disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages that may arise out of or relate to your use of, inability to use, or reliance on the website and its content. This includes, without limitation, loss of revenue, loss of business, loss of data, lost savings, reputational harm, or any other financial or non-financial loss, whether arising from negligence, contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise. The Institute does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, nor does it guarantee that defects will be corrected or that the site is free of viruses or other harmful components. Nothing in these Terms shall exclude or limit any liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under the laws of Zimbabwe
9. External Links and Third-Party Content
This website may contain links, references, or pointers to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by the Institute. Such links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement, guarantee, or responsibility for the content, products, services, or practices of those third parties. The Institute is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, legality, or any other aspect of the information found on third-party websites, nor for any transactions you may enter into with third parties. Your interactions with external websites are at your own risk, and you should review the terms and privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information or conducting business.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lindnet Institute of Technology, together with its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees and costs, arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of the website, any breach of these Terms of Use, or any violation of applicable law or the rights of any third party.
11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website, in our sole discretion, without prior notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in any conduct that we deem harmful or inappropriate. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease, and we may delete or deactivate your account.
12. Governing Law
These Terms of Use, and any disputes arising out of or in connection with them, are governed by and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of Zimbabwe. You agree that any legal action or proceeding relating to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Zimbabwe, subject to any mandatory jurisdictional rules that may apply.
13. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes or claims arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use or your use of the website shall, where possible, be resolved amicably through good-faith negotiations between the parties, failing which such disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration conducted in Harare, Zimbabwe in accordance with the rules of the Commercial Arbitration Centre, Harare. The arbitration shall be conducted in English by a single arbitrator appointed in accordance with the applicable rules, and the decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding and may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction in Zimbabwe.
14. Contact Information
Questions about these Terms of Use should be sent to us using the contact details below:
Trade Name: Lindnet Institute of Technology
Telephone:
+263 774 020 715
+263 8644 287543 / +263 242 711638
Email:
info@lindnet.ac.zw
Physical Address:
No. 4 Central Avenue
1st Floor, Stewart House
Harare CBD
Zimbabwe
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified or replaced to the extent necessary to give effect to the intent of these Terms.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and [Website Name] regarding your use of the Website and supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter of these Terms.