ApplyGoal Terms and Conditions
Table of Content
Introduction
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the ApplyGoal Inc. platform and its services ("Services"). By using our platform, you ("User", "Institution", or "Recruiter") agree to be bound by these Terms. If you don't agree to these Terms, kindly avoid using our Services.
ApplyGoal Inc. is a business-to-business (B2B) platform that connects educational institutions with prospective students for the purpose of student recruitment. ApplyGoal provides services to educational institutions, recruitment agencies, and other third-party partners involved in student admissions and recruitment activities.
ApplyGoal Inc. is registered under the California Secretary of State with document number 6378294., with its principal office located at California.
User Eligibility
By using the ApplyGoal platform, you confirm that you are an authorized representative of an educational institution, a recruitment agency, or another partner entity involved in student recruitment activities. You agree that you have the necessary rights, permissions, and authority to act on behalf of your organization.
- Educational Institutions: You are an accredited school, college, university, or other educational institution involved in the recruitment of students for admissions.
- Recruiters: You are an agent, agency, or other third-party organization facilitating student recruitment for educational institutions.
- Student: By using the ApplyGoal platform, you confirm that you are an individual seeking educational opportunities, such as applying to schools, colleges, universities, or other accredited institutions. You agree that you are using the platform for personal purposes related to your educational goals and recruitment process. If you are acting on behalf of another student or organization, you must have the necessary rights, permissions, and authority to do so.
Account Registration and Use
In order to use our platform, you must create an account and provide accurate information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details and any actions that occur under your account.
- Account Information: You must provide true, accurate, and complete information during registration and keep this information updated.
- Account Security: You agree to notify ApplyGoal Inc. immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account or any security breach.
Services Provided by ApplyGoal
ApplyGoal Inc. offers the following services to educational institutions, recruiters, and students:
- Student Recruitment: A platform for educational institutions to connect with prospective students for recruitment purposes.
- Document Submission and Processing: Facilitates the collection and submission of students' educational documents, passports, and other personal documents for admission or visa processing.
- Credential Evaluation: Facilitate sharing of documents with credential evaluation companies (such as WES) for assessment and verification.
- Application Management: Provides tools for managing and tracking student applications, including admissions and visa-related services.
Student Document Submission
Educational institutions and recruiters may request students to submit personal documents as part of the recruitment process. The documents may include, but are not limited to:
- Educational records (e.g., transcripts, diplomas)
- Passports and other personal identification
- Visa-related documents
- Payment receipts for application fees or other related charges
By submitting these documents, the student consents to ApplyGoal Inc.'s processing of such documents in connection with the recruitment process.
Payment Terms
ApplyGoal Inc. offers paid services to institutions and recruiters. By using our Services, you agree to pay the applicable fees as outlined on our platform.
- Subscription Fees: Our platform may operate on a subscription basis, where fees are billed periodically. You agree to pay these fees in accordance with your subscription plan.
- Payment Methods: Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors.
- Late Payments: Late payments could lead to additional interest.It is determined by the educational institution's policy or the ApplyGoal Policy.
Fee Payment Terms
- Credit Card Payments: If you choose to pay fees with a credit card, you authorize ApplyGoal Inc. or our designated third-party payment processors to automatically charge your card for all fees incurred while using the ApplyGoal Platform. If your credit card payment is declined or rejected for any reason, you will be responsible for any associated penalties or charges.
- Collection of Overdue Amounts: If any fees remain unpaid, we have the right to seek all available legal and equitable remedies to recover the amounts owed. This includes, but is not limited to, billing you for reasonable costs incurred during the collection process, such as legal fees or administrative expenses.
- Application Processing: We may withhold processing of your application or any related services until we receive full payment of all applicable fees. This ensures that all financial obligations are met before proceeding with your request.
By using the ApplyGoal Platform, you agree to these payment terms and acknowledge your responsibility for timely payment of all fees. Failure to comply may result in delays or suspension of services.
Service Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your subscription or service at any time, but any fees already paid will not be refunded unless explicitly stated in a separate agreement. Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing or through the platform’s designated cancellation process. Upon cancellation, access to paid services will continue until the end of the current billing cycle.
Refund Policy
All payments made for services provided by ApplyGoal Inc. are considered final and non-refundable unless explicitly stated otherwise in a separate written agreement or as part of a specific cancellation policy. We strive to ensure transparency and fairness in all transactions, and any exceptions to this policy will be clearly communicated to you in advance.
If you believe you are eligible for a refund based on a specific agreement or cancellation policy, you must submit a formal request in writing, providing all necessary details and documentation to support your claim. Refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and approval will be at the sole discretion of ApplyGoal Inc.
Please note that refunds, if approved, may take up to 90 business days to process and will be issued through the original payment method used, unless otherwise agreed upon. By using our services, you acknowledge and agree to this refund policy and understand that no refunds will be provided unless explicitly permitted under the terms outlined above.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights to the content, software, design, and materials available on the ApplyGoal platform are owned by ApplyGoal Inc. or licensed to ApplyGoal Inc.
- License to Use: ApplyGoal grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the platform for legitimate student recruitment purposes.
- Prohibited Uses: You may not copy, replicate, reproduce, distribute, modify or use any of the platform's material without ApplyGoal Inc's prior written approval.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, ApplyGoal Inc. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our platform, including but not limited to:
- Loss of student data or documents
- Delays in processing applications or documents
- Errors in service provided by third parties (such as credential evaluation services like WES)
Termination
ApplyGoal Inc. reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the platform if you violate these Terms or engage in any activity that disrupts or harms the platform, its users, or its operations. This includes, but is not limited to, engaging in spam-related activities such as sending unsolicited messages, distributing malicious content, or misusing the platform for unauthorized promotional purposes.
- Termination by You: You may terminate your account at any time by following the instructions provided on the platform. Upon termination, your access to the platform and its services will be discontinued.
- Termination by ApplyGoal: We may terminate or suspend your account without prior notice if we determine, at our sole discretion, that you have violated these Terms, engaged in spam-related activities, or otherwise misused the platform. In such cases, you will no longer have access to your account or any associated data.
ApplyGoal Inc. is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from the suspension or termination of your account. By using the platform, you agree to comply with these Terms and acknowledge our right to enforce them as described above.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in California.
Changes to Terms
ApplyGoal Inc. reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. We will post the updated Terms on this page, and the "Last Updated Date" will be updated accordingly. By continuing to use the platform after any changes, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
Disclaimers
- Control of Third Parties: ApplyGoal Inc. has no authority or influence over the decisions of third parties, such as educational institutions, immigration authorities, or other bodies engaged in awarding admissions, visas, permits, or other approvals for your application(s). You acknowledge that the outcome of your application(s) is solely dependent on these third parties, and we are not responsible for any results or decisions made by them. ApplyGoal Inc. offers no assurances or representations as to the possibility of acceptance or success with any third party or partner institution.
- Rejection of Applications: We are not liable for the rejection of your application(s), any inaccuracies in the information you supply, or your inability to achieve admission to your preferred program(s) or partner institutions. You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of your application materials.
- Inability to Access a Country: You are solely responsible for obtaining any entry requirements, such as visas, permits, and other legal or regulatory conditions, in order to gain access into the nation where your program is located. Compliance with any laws and government regulations is solely your responsibility.
- Issues with Partner Institutions: Any complaints or disagreements about your application(s), program(s), or compliance with partner institutions' policies are completely between you and the institution. ApplyGoal Inc. is not responsible or liable for such situations.
By using our services, you acknowledge and accept these disclaimers and understand that ApplyGoal Inc. is not liable for outcomes beyond its control.