Terms of Use
Last Updated: January 2025
Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Scempunsic. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.
These terms apply to all users of the website, including visitors, clients, and anyone who accesses our content or services.
Use of Website
You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or related systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the website's functionality or servers
- Transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
- Collect or harvest information about other users without their consent
- Use automated systems to access the website without our permission
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
Services and Coaching
Scempunsic provides professional public speaking coaching services. The specific terms of our coaching engagement will be outlined in a separate service agreement.
Service Delivery
We will make reasonable efforts to provide high-quality coaching services. However, results vary based on individual effort, practice, and circumstances. We do not guarantee specific outcomes or results from our coaching programs.
Client Responsibilities
When engaging our services, you agree to:
- Provide accurate information about your goals and needs
- Attend scheduled sessions or provide reasonable notice for cancellations
- Complete assigned exercises and practice recommendations
- Make payment according to agreed terms
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary coaching materials
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before a scheduled session. Late cancellations or no-shows may be charged at the full session rate. We reserve the right to reschedule sessions with reasonable notice in case of emergencies.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Scempunsic and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Website Content
You may view and print pages from the website for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to restrictions set out in these terms. You may not:
- Modify or reproduce website content without permission
- Use content for commercial purposes without a license
- Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions
- Distribute or republish website content
Coaching Materials
Materials provided during coaching sessions, including frameworks, exercises, and handouts, are proprietary. You may use them for your personal development but may not share, distribute, or use them commercially without written permission.
Payment Terms
Payment for services is due according to the terms specified in your service agreement. We accept payment via standard methods including bank transfer and credit card.
Prices are stated in euros and include applicable VAT. We reserve the right to adjust pricing with reasonable notice for future engagements.
Refund policies will be specified in individual service agreements. Generally, payment for completed sessions is non-refundable.
Confidentiality
We treat client information with strict confidentiality. Information shared during coaching sessions will not be disclosed to third parties except:
- With your explicit consent
- When required by law
- In anonymized form for case studies or marketing, only with permission
You are also expected to maintain confidentiality regarding our proprietary coaching methods and materials.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Scempunsic shall not be liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of our website or services
- Loss of profits, business opportunities, or revenue
- Service interruptions or technical issues beyond our control
- Decisions made or actions taken based on our coaching advice
Our total liability for any claim related to our services shall not exceed the amount paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.
This limitation does not affect liability that cannot be excluded or limited under Austrian law, such as liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence.
Professional Relationship
Our coaching services create a professional coaching relationship, not a therapeutic relationship. We are not psychologists, therapists, or medical professionals. If you have mental health concerns, we recommend consulting appropriate healthcare professionals.
Our coaching focuses on professional skills development and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of use.
Inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement. You access third-party websites at your own risk.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding:
- The accuracy or completeness of website content
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website
- Specific results from our coaching services
- Fitness for a particular purpose
We strive to provide accurate information and quality services but cannot guarantee perfection.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Scempunsic from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms of Use
- Your use of our website or services
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any content you submit or transmit through the website
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website with a new "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.
Material changes will be communicated through a prominent notice on our website.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website or services at our discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe:
- Violates these Terms of Use
- Is harmful to other users or our business
- Violates applicable laws or regulations
- Creates legal liability for us
Upon termination, your right to use the website and services ceases immediately.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Austria, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising from these terms or use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Vienna, Austria.
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Scempunsic regarding use of our website and services.
These terms supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:
Scempunsic
Email: [email protected]
Location: Vienna, Austria