Terms of service.

Effective Date: November 16, 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to TishEd, Inc. , a California corporation and TishEd Tech, Inc. a Delaware corporation (“TishEd,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our websites, platforms (including ApplyEd and Cheddar), consulting services, or any related content (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.

2. Eligibility

You may use our Services only if you:

  • Are at least 13 years old (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction).

  • Have the authority to bind your institution, if you use our Services on behalf of a school, college, or other organization.

3. Use of Services

You agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including FERPA, CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, and other student privacy rules.

You agree not to:

  • Misuse, reverse engineer, or interfere with our Services.

  • Upload unlawful, harmful, or infringing content.

  • Use the Services in ways that could harm students, applicants, or institutions.

4. Institutional Use

If you are an educational institution using ApplyEd, Cheddar, or TishEd Consulting:

  • You are responsible for securing necessary consents from students, applicants, and parents/guardians.

  • You must ensure compliance with applicable education laws.

  • TishEd acts as a service provider under FERPA when handling Student Data.

5. Accounts and Security

You may need an account to use parts of our Services. You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining confidentiality of your login credentials.

  • All activity under your account.

  • Promptly notifying us of unauthorized access.

6. Intellectual Property

All content, software, design, logos, and trademarks related to TishEd Services are owned by TishEd, Inc. and TishEd Tech, Inc. or our licensors.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our Services for institutional or personal educational purposes, subject to these Terms.

7. Fees and Payments

Some Services require payment. By purchasing or subscribing, you agree to pay fees as described at the time of purchase.

  • Pricing may vary depending on number of applicants, accepted students, or service tiers.

  • Fees are non-refundable except as required by law.

  • TishEd may suspend services for unpaid invoices.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Services may integrate with third-party tools (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers, video conferencing). TishEd is not responsible for the privacy or security practices of third parties.

9. Disclaimers

The Services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We do not guarantee that the Services will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • TishEd will not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

  • Our total liability to you for any claim arising from the Services will not exceed the amount you paid us in the past 12 months.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TishEd, its officers, employees, and contractors from claims, damages, or expenses arising from your misuse of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of applicable laws.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms.
You may stop using our Services at any time.

Certain sections (Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification) survive termination.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If changes are material, we will provide notice (via email, platform notices, or website). Continued use of the Services means you accept the updated Terms.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  • For TishEd, Inc., these Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California.

  • For TishEd Tech, Inc., these Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware.

Disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Los Angeles, CA unless prohibited by law, with small claims court as an alternative.

15. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, contact:

TishEd, Inc. (California Corporation)
TishEd Tech, Inc. (Delaware Corporation)
📧 info@tished.co
🌐 www.tished.co