Terms of Use - Salone SMS

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Salone School Management System ("Salone SMS", "we", "us", or "the Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Purpose of the Platform

Salone SMS is a cloud-based platform designed to assist schools in Sierra Leone with academic administration, including class management, attendance tracking, grade reporting, communication, and role-based access for administrators, teachers, parents, and students.

2. User Roles & Responsibilities

School Administrators: Responsible for onboarding users, managing structure, and ensuring compliance.
Teachers: Manage classes, assignments, attendance, and grades responsibly.
Parents/Guardians: Access only the academic information of their linked children.
Students: Use the platform for academic tracking and communication.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree not to misuse the Platform, including attempting unauthorized access, disrupting service stability, falsifying academic data, or sharing credentials. We reserve the right to suspend accounts for misuse.

4. Accounts & Security

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials. Any suspected unauthorized access should be reported immediately. Account roles are assigned by authorized school administration or system super admins.

5. Data Ownership & Usage

Academic and institutional data entered into the Platform remain the property of the respective school. We act as a processor, facilitating secure storage and retrieval. Aggregated and anonymized data may be used to improve platform performance and reporting.

6. Privacy

Your use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how information is collected, used, and protected.

7. Service Availability

While we strive for high availability, we do not guarantee uninterrupted operation. Scheduled maintenance or third-party disruptions may temporarily affect access.

8. Modifications

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect improvements or changes in regulation. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

9. Suspension & Termination

We may suspend or terminate access for violations, suspected fraud, security risks, or legal requirements. Schools may also request user account deactivation.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Salone SMS is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of the Platform.

11. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at Lioncodeinnovation@outlook.com.

By using Salone SMS, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use our platform.