Terms of Use
Terms of Use – The Civil Studies
1. Acceptance of Terms
By visiting, accessing, or using our platform, you confirm that:
- You have read and understood these Terms.
- You agree to follow all applicable laws and regulations.
- You are legally capable of entering into this agreement.
If you do not accept these Terms, please discontinue using our platform.
2. About The Civil Studies (Our Educational Platform)
The Civil Studies is a digital educational platform dedicated to civil engineering, CAD, AutoCAD, and related technologies. Our mission is to provide quality learning resources to students, professionals, and educators.
- Free tutorials, guides, and study materials
- CAD & AutoCAD training programs
- Civil engineering resources and notes
- Community discussions and Q&A forums
- Guest publishing opportunities
- Career and job-related resources
- Certification programs and skill assessments
Our content is for educational and informational purposes only and does not replace professional engineering or legal advice.
3. Advertising and Monetization Policy
Advertising Disclosure
To support free learning content, our website uses third-party advertising services including Google AdSense, Ezoic AI Advertising Optimization, and other reputable ad networks as needed.
Data Collection for Ads
Advertisers may use cookies, device identifiers, and browsing behaviour to deliver personalized advertisements. You may opt out of personalized ads through browser settings, Google Ad Preferences, or Ezoic privacy settings. We do not sell personal information to advertisers.
While we work with trusted partners, we are not responsible for the accuracy of ad content, external sites linked through ads, or transactions with advertisers. Users should exercise discretion when interacting with ads.
4. User Accounts & Registration
Account Creation
Creating an account is optional. If you register, provide accurate and updated information, keep your login credentials confidential, and remember you are responsible for activity under your account.
Age Requirements
Users under 13 must have parental consent. Users aged 13–17 should use the platform with guardian guidance.
Benefits of Registration
- Course progress tracking
- Access to certificates
- Personalized recommendations
- Community participation
- Ability to contribute content
Account Termination
We may suspend or terminate accounts for violating these Terms, attempting to harm the platform, misusing content, or posting unlawful material.
5. Acceptable Use Policy
Allowed Activities
- Learning, researching, and teaching
- Using content for non-commercial educational purposes
- Respectful community participation
- Sharing expertise with proper attribution
Prohibited Activities
- Illegal or harmful actions
- Uploading malicious software
- Harassment, abusive behaviour, or discrimination
- Automated scraping, data mining, or bot abuse
- Posting copyrighted material without permission
- Misrepresentation or spreading false information
- Attempting to disrupt platform security or servers
You may use our content for classroom teaching, academic projects, and personal study with proper credit. Commercial use requires written permission.
6. User-Generated Content (UGC)
By submitting comments, posts, tutorials, or articles, you confirm that you own the rights to your content, your content does not violate third-party copyrights, and you grant The Civil Studies a license to use, edit, and display your submissions. Content must be accurate, educational, and respectful.
Content Moderation
We may review, edit, or remove content that violates these Terms, contains incorrect or harmful information, or fails to meet quality or educational standards. Repeat violations may lead to account restrictions.
7. Privacy & Data Protection
Types of Data Collected
- Educational Data – course progress, certificates
- Technical Data – analytics, website performance
- Advertising Data – cookies, ad personalization
- Communication Data – support messages
Your Privacy Rights
You may request access to your data, update or correct information, request deletion of your account, opt out of marketing communications, and control ad personalization.
Data Security
We use industry-standard security practices including encryption, secure servers, and regular audits.
Third-Party Services
Ad partners (Google, Ezoic) have their own privacy policies. We encourage users to review those policies.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All original content on The Civil Studies—including articles, graphics, tutorials, branding, and course materials—is protected by intellectual property laws. You may use our content for non-commercial educational purposes and share with proper attribution. You may not copy, distribute, or sell our content commercially or use our branding without permission.
Third-Party Content
We respect others’ intellectual property and respond to valid copyright complaints.
9. DMCA / Copyright Infringement Policy
If you believe your copyrighted work has been posted without permission, please contact support@thecivilstudies.com with the subject line DMCA Takedown Request. Include:
- Your name and contact information
- Description of the copyrighted work
- URL of the infringing material
- Proof of ownership
We will take action as required by law.
10. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability
Educational Disclaimer
All content is provided for educational purposes only. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or professional reliability. Users must independently verify critical information.
Service Availability
We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free performance, or permanent availability of services. Maintenance or technical issues may occur.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect or consequential damages. Users assume responsibility for how they use the platform. We are not responsible for external websites, ads, or third-party content.
No Professional Advice
Our materials are not a replacement for professional engineering consultation, legal advice, or career counselling.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms when services change, legal requirements change, or platform improvements occur. When changes are made we will update the “Last Updated” date and may notify users via email or platform alerts. Continued use after updates means you accept the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be handled by the courts located in [Your City / State jurisdiction].
You may tell us which jurisdiction you prefer and we will update this clause accordingly.
14. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or legal inquiries:
support@thecivilstudies.comSubject Line: “Terms of Use Inquiry”
We aim to respond within 48–72 business hours.
These Terms are governed by applicable laws and disputes will be resolved through appropriate legal channels.
