Terms and Conditions

Users must comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws while using Shield Academy services. This includes but is not limited to data protection laws, cybersecurity regulations, and educational compliance requirements.

Any cybersecurity techniques learned through our programs must be used solely for legitimate, ethical purposes such as authorized security testing, defensive measures, and professional security research.

Strictly Prohibited: Using learned skills for unauthorized access to systems, engaging in any form of cybercrime or malicious hacking, distributing malware or participating in illegal activities, sharing course materials without permission.

Behavioral Standards: Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior toward staff or fellow students will not be tolerated and may result in immediate removal from programs.

All content shared during courses must be appropriate for professional educational environments. Users may not post, share, or discuss illegal activities, distribute copyrighted materials without authorization, or engage in any content that promotes harmful or illegal cybersecurity practices.

Students must be at least 18 years of age to enroll independently. Participants under 18 require parental or guardian consent and supervision. All students must demonstrate adequate technical background and professional maturity suitable for cybersecurity education.

Shield Academy provides educational services "as is" without warranty of any kind. While we strive for high-quality education, we make no guarantees regarding specific career outcomes, certification success rates, or employment opportunities.

Course content is updated regularly to reflect current industry practices, but we cannot warrant that all information will remain current in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity field.

Shield Academy's liability is limited to the amount paid for the specific course or service in question. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of our services.

This includes but is not limited to lost profits, data loss, career setbacks, or damages resulting from misuse of cybersecurity knowledge gained through our programs.

Under no circumstances shall Shield Academy be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of use, data, revenue, or profits, regardless of whether such damages are foreseeable and whether Shield Academy has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Shield Academy is not liable for delays or failures in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, pandemics, technical failures, or other force majeure events. Alternative arrangements will be made when possible.

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Finland. Any disputes arising from this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Helsinki, Finland, unless otherwise required by applicable consumer protection laws.

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, parties agree to attempt resolution through good faith negotiations. Disputes should first be reported through our contact channels with detailed descriptions of the issue.

If direct negotiation fails, mediation through a mutually agreed mediator will be attempted before pursuing litigation. EU residents may also utilize the European Online Dispute Resolution platform for consumer disputes.

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. Invalid provisions shall be replaced with valid provisions that most closely approximate the intent of the original clause.

Shield Academy reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions with reasonable notice to users. Significant changes will be communicated via email or website announcement. Continued use of services after modification constitutes acceptance of updated terms.