Terms of Usage

Introduction

These terms and conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of Open Assessment Technologies’ TAO Testing platform and services (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use the Service.

• “User,” “you,” or “your” refers to the individual or entity accessing or using the Service.
• “Content” refers to any data, text, software, documents, or other materials uploaded, transmitted, or displayed through the Service.
• “TAO Testing” refers to the assessment platform and related offerings provided by Open Assessment Technologies.

License to Use

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Open Assessment Technologies grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sub-licensable license to access and use the Service for your internal business purposes. This license does not permit you to resell or commercially exploit the Service.

User Account

To access and use the Service, you may be required to create a user account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to immediately notify Open Assessment Technologies of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. Open Assessment Technologies will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this section.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful or prohibited activities. You shall not:

• (a) attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• (b) interfere with or disrupt the Service or any networks connected to the Service
• (c) transmit any viruses, worms, or other harmful code through the Service
• (d) use the Service in any manner that violates any applicable laws or regulations.

User Content

If you upload or submit content through the Service, you retain ownership of that content. However, you grant Open Assessment Technologies a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to host, store, and display such content solely for the purpose of providing the Service.

Intellectual Property

All intellectual property rights in the Service, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, are owned by Open Assessment Technologies or its licensors. You agree not to copy, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, or distribute the Service, except as expressly permitted by these Terms or with the prior written consent of Open Assessment Technologies.

Privacy

Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data. However, you are responsible for securing your own environment access credentials. If you suspect a data breach, you agree to notify us immediately.

Termination

Open Assessment Technologies reserves the right to terminate your access to and use of the Service, in whole or in part, at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to your violation of these Terms. Upon termination, you shall cease all use of the Service and destroy any copies of the Service in your possession or control.

Fees & Payment

Certain components of the Service may require payment. Fees, if any, will be disclosed to you prior to your purchase or subscription. You agree to pay all applicable fees and taxes in a timely manner and in accordance with any applicable payment terms.

Exclusion of Warranties

The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Open Assessment Technologies does not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Open Assessment Technologies be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to lost profits or data, arising out of or in connection with your use of or inability to use the Service, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory, and whether or not Open Assessment Technologies has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Open Assessment Technologies, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of the Service or your breach of these Terms.

Export Control Compliance 

You represent and warrant that you are not located in a country subject to embargo or designated by applicable law as a terrorist-supporting country, and you are not listed on any government list of prohibited or restricted parties. You agree to comply with all applicable export control laws and regulations.

Modification of Terms

Open Assessment Technologies reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Terms on our website. Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Luxembourg, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Luxembourg City.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and any applicable license or service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Open Assessment Technologies regarding the use of the Service, and supersede all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.

Contact information

For questions about these Terms, please contact:
Open Assessment Technologies S.A.
40 Parc d’Activités
L-8308 Capellen Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
contact@taotesting.com

Last updated 21/07/25