Terms of Service

Last Updated: July 2, 2025

Welcome to Prepare.sh, operated by Engineerinco CEU KFT ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our educational technology platform, including all virtual environments, coding environments, interview preparation tools, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

BY ACCESSING OR USING OUR SERVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE LEGALLY BOUND BY THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, DO NOT USE OUR SERVICE.

1. Acceptance and Modifications

1.1 Binding Agreement

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the Company. You represent that you have the legal authority to enter into this agreement.

1.2 Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, at our sole discretion, without prior notice. Modifications become effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service after any modification constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We may notify you of significant changes via email or through the Service.

1.3 Additional Terms

Certain features of our Service may be subject to additional terms and conditions, which will be presented to you when you access such features.

2. Service Description and Availability

2.1 Service Overview

Prepare.sh provides educational technology services including but not limited to:

Interactive coding environments and virtual machines
Interview preparation questions and assessments
Development tools including VSCode, Kubernetes, databases
Educational content and tutorials
Performance analytics and progress tracking

2.2 Service Availability

We strive to maintain high service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may suspend, modify, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without notice. Scheduled maintenance will be announced when feasible.

2.3 System Requirements

You are responsible for ensuring your systems meet the minimum requirements for using our Service and for maintaining compatible hardware and software.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account by providing accurate, current, and complete information. You may not create multiple accounts or share account credentials.

3.2 Account Security

You are solely responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
All activities that occur under your account
Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized use
Using strong passwords and enabling two-factor authentication when available

3.3 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account immediately, without prior notice, for any violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

3.4 Account Deletion and Data Retention

You may request deletion of your account at any time through your account settings. Upon account deletion:

Your account will be deactivated and you will be logged out immediately
Your personal profile data will be scheduled for deletion
For anti-abuse and fraud prevention purposes, we retain certain data (including email address, IP addresses, and account activity logs) for up to one (1) year after account deletion
This retention period helps us prevent abuse, enforce our Terms, and comply with legal obligations
After the retention period, all remaining data will be permanently deleted

4. Prohibited Uses and Activities

4.1 Strict Prohibitions

You are absolutely prohibited from using our Service for:

Illegal Activities:

Any activity that violates local, national, or international laws
Storing, transmitting, or sharing illegal content
Copyright infringement or intellectual property violations
Fraud, identity theft, or financial crimes

Resource Abuse:

Cryptocurrency mining of any kind
Excessive bandwidth consumption or network abuse
Running unauthorized servers (game servers, web servers, etc.)
Distributed computing projects not related to education
Any activity that degrades system performance for other users

Security Violations:

Attempting to gain unauthorized access to systems or networks
Hacking, cracking, or penetration testing without explicit permission
Distributing malware, viruses, or malicious code
Circumventing or attempting to bypass security measures
Port scanning or network reconnaissance
Social engineering attacks

Content Violations:

Torrenting or peer-to-peer file sharing
Hosting or distributing pirated content
Storing or sharing explicit, offensive, or harmful material
Spam, phishing, or fraudulent communications
Harassment, threats, or abusive behavior

Commercial Misuse:

Using the Service for unauthorized commercial purposes
Reselling or redistributing access to the Service
Mining or scraping data for commercial use
Running business operations unrelated to education

4.2 Monitoring and Enforcement

We reserve the right to:

Monitor all activities on our Service using automated and manual methods
Log and record IP addresses, email addresses, and usage patterns
Scan uploaded content for malicious software or prohibited material
Implement rate limiting and resource usage restrictions
Take immediate action against violations without prior warning

4.3 Zero Tolerance Policy

Certain violations will result in immediate account termination:

Any form of hacking or security breach attempts
Cryptocurrency mining or similar resource abuse
Distribution of malware or illegal content
Harassment or threats against other users or staff

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Company Property

All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, software, and the compilation thereof, are the exclusive property of the Company and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for educational purposes only, subject to these Terms.

5.3 User Content

You retain ownership of content you create using our Service. However, by using the Service, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, and display your content solely for the purpose of providing and improving the Service.

5.4 Restrictions

You may not:

Copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from our Service
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without written permission
Frame or mirror any part of the Service

6. Privacy and Data Protection

6.1 Data Collection

We collect and process personal data as described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

6.2 GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and provide appropriate data protection rights.

6.3 Data Security

While we implement reasonable security measures, you acknowledge that no system is completely secure, and you use the Service at your own risk.

7. Payment Terms and Refunds

7.1 Subscription Fees

Certain features require payment of subscription fees. All fees are charged in advance and are non-refundable except as required by law or as explicitly stated in our refund policy.

7.2 Price Changes

We may change subscription prices at any time with 30 days' notice to active subscribers.

7.3 Automatic Renewal

Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date. You may cancel through your account settings or by contacting support.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Service Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS
UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE OPERATION
ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF CONTENT

8.2 Educational Purpose

Our Service is designed for educational purposes only. We do not guarantee that use of our Service will result in employment, career advancement, or specific learning outcomes.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR ALTERATION OF YOUR DATA
THIRD-PARTY CONDUCT OR CONTENT ON THE SERVICE

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE SERVICE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
Any content you submit or transmit through the Service

10. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or government actions.

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Hungary without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Hungary, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts.

11.3 Arbitration

For disputes involving amounts under €10,000, either party may elect binding arbitration under the rules of the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

12. General Provisions

12.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding the Service.

12.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

12.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

12.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

12.5 Survival

Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, indemnification, and dispute resolution.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Legal Address: Váci út 45. G. ép. 7. em. 1134 Budapest, Hungary

By using Prepare.sh, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.