Terms & Conditions of Sale

TowerLingua – Terms & Conditions of Sale

Last updated: 12/09/2025

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms”) govern the purchase and use of services on the TowerLingua platform, operated by LYYK UG (haftungsbeschränkt), registered in Germany under HRB 276551 B, headquartered at Donaustraße 115, 12043 Berlin, legally represented by its Managing Director, KOUMENI Karmelle ("TowerLingua”, "we”, "us”, "our”).

By creating an account, purchasing services, or using the TowerLingua platform, you ("Student”, "User”, "you”, "your”) agree to be legally bound by these Terms.

1. Definitions

• Platform: the TowerLingua website and related services.
• Student/User: any individual using the Platform to purchase and attend lessons.
• Teacher: an independent freelance service provider delivering lessons through the Platform.
• Individual Lesson: a one-on-one tutoring session between a Student and a Teacher.
• Group Class: a live class with multiple participants (maximum 6 students).
• Workshop: a live interactive session with no participant limit.
• Lesson Pack: a prepaid bundle of lessons or credits offered by TowerLingua.
• Wallet: a virtual account allowing Students to store credits and purchase lessons individually.
• Credits: virtual units stored in the Wallet, used as payment for lessons.

2. Services

TowerLingua provides access to online language lessons delivered by independent freelance teachers.

TowerLingua acts solely as a technical and commercial intermediary and is not the employer of the teachers.

Teachers are solely responsible for the content, preparation, and delivery of lessons, including the choice of teaching materials. TowerLingua does not guarantee the quality, accuracy, or suitability of such materials.

Students may consult reviews and ratings of Teachers, but these reflect subjective opinions and do not constitute a guarantee of quality by TowerLingua.

3. Lesson Types & Pricing

3.1 Individual Lessons (1:1 tutoring – 45 minutes)

• English: €17
• Spanish: €18
• SItalian: €20
• French: €22
• German: €23

3.2 Group Classes (50 minutes – max. 6 participants)

• English: €5
• Spanish: €7
• German: €7
• Italian: €10
• French: €10

3.3 Workshops

• Special interactive sessions with no participant limit.
• Prices vary depending on the event and are displayed at the time of booking.

Pricing Notes:

• All prices are not inclusive of VAT where applicable.
• Prices may vary depending on Teacher, language, or promotions.
• TowerLingua reserves the right to update its prices at any time. Updates do not affect lessons already booked and paid.

4. Wallet & Credits

• Wallet balance is denominated in credits or euros.
• Credits are personal, non-transferable, and non-refundable.
• Credits are valid for unlimited from purchase, after which they expire without refund.
• Wallet balance cannot be converted into cash.

5. Payment

• Payments are processed securely through third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
• Payment must be completed before a lesson can be booked.
• In case of failed or reversed payments, TowerLingua reserves the right to suspend access to the Platform.

6. Right of Withdrawal

• Under EU consumer law, Students have a 14-day withdrawal right from the date of purchase.
• If a lesson is scheduled or attended within this period, the Student expressly agrees that the withdrawal right is waived for the portion already delivered.

7. Lesson Cancellation & Rescheduling

• Students may cancel or reschedule a lesson up to 24 hours before the scheduled time without penalty.
• If cancelled later or missed, the lesson is considered consumed and non-refundable.
• If a Teacher cancels, the corresponding credit will be automatically restored to the Student’s Wallet.

8. Student Obligations

Students agree to:

• Use the Platform lawfully and respectfully.
• Not bypass TowerLingua to contract directly with Teachers (anti-circumvention clause).
• Not harass, abuse, or engage in illegal conduct.
• Not share account details or permit third-party use.

TowerLingua may suspend or terminate accounts violating these Terms, without refund.

9. Technical Requirements

Students are responsible for:

• Maintaining adequate internet connectivity and equipment (computer, microphone, camera).
• TowerLingua is not liable for service disruption caused by insufficient equipment or poor internet connections on the Student’s side.

10. Intellectual Property

• All Platform content (design, logo, interface, software) is the exclusive property of TowerLingua and protected by copyright.
• Students may not reproduce, copy, or distribute Platform content without prior written consent.
• Teachers remain owners of their pedagogical materials but grant Students a limited right to use them solely for personal learning.

11. Liability

• TowerLingua provides only technical access and payment services.
• Lessons are under the sole responsibility of Teachers.
• TowerLingua’s liability is limited to the amount paid by the Student for the disputed service.
• TowerLingua is not liable for indirect damages, learning outcomes, or technical disruptions beyond its control.

12. Force Majeure

TowerLingua shall not be held responsible for delays or failures caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, government actions, or large-scale internet disruptions.

13. Termination

• Students may close their account at any time.
• TowerLingua may suspend or terminate accounts that breach these Terms.
• Upon termination, any unused Credits, Packs, or booked lessons are forfeited, except where required by law.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain enforceable.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between TowerLingua and the Student, superseding any prior agreements or representations.

16. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

• These Terms are governed by the laws of Germany.
• Exclusive jurisdiction lies with the courts of Berlin, unless mandatory consumer law dictates otherwise.

17. Dispute Resolution

In accordance with EU law, Students may access an independent consumer mediation service in case of disputes. Details will be provided upon request.

18. Contact

For any inquiries, please contact:

contact@towerlingua.com