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Student Program Terms

Effective: March 20, 2026 | Last updated: March 20, 2026

These terms apply specifically to the SpeakLingo Student Program.

1. What is the Student Program?

The SpeakLingo Student Program is a special initiative offering students:

  • 1 year (365 days) of free access to the SpeakLingo Lite plan
  • Early access to SpeakLingo when it launches
  • No credit card or payment required
  • Trust-based enrollment (no verification documents needed)

The Student Program is completely free. We do not collect any payment information.

2. Eligibility Requirements

2.1 Who Can Join

  • Students currently enrolled in a school, college, or university
  • Must be at least 16 years old
  • One enrollment per email address
  • If under 18: Must have parental or guardian consent

2.2 Parental Consent for Minors

If you are under 18 years old: By joining the Student Program, you confirm that you have obtained consent from your parent or legal guardian. Your parent/guardian agrees to these terms on your behalf and accepts responsibility for your participation. We reserve the right to request proof of parental consent and to remove accounts where consent cannot be verified.

2.3 Trust-Based Enrollment

Honor System: We trust that you are a genuine student. By joining, you confirm that you are currently enrolled in an educational institution. We do not require verification documents, but we reserve the right to verify enrollment and revoke access for fraudulent claims.

2.4 Email Domain Verification & Requirements

IMPORTANT: Email Domain Check

SpeakLingo will verify the email domain of all Student Program signups. The 1 year free Lite plan benefit is intended exclusively for students using verified educational institution email domains.

2.4.1 Recognized Educational Email Domains

The following email domain patterns are recognized as educational:

  • .edu (United States)
  • .ac.uk, .ac.in, .ac.jp, .ac.nz, .ac.* (Academic institutions)
  • .edu.au, .edu.sg, .edu.* (Country-specific educational)
  • .sch.* (Schools)
  • Other domains verified as belonging to educational institutions

2.4.2 Non-Educational Email Domains

The following are considered non-educational email domains and do NOT automatically qualify for the 1 year free benefit:

  • Gmail (@gmail.com)
  • Yahoo (@yahoo.com, @yahoo.co.in, etc.)
  • Outlook/Hotmail (@outlook.com, @hotmail.com, @live.com)
  • iCloud (@icloud.com)
  • Proton (@proton.me, @protonmail.com)
  • Any other personal or commercial email providers

2.4.3 Rights Regarding Non-Educational Emails

For signups using non-educational email domains, SpeakLingo reserves the absolute right to:

  • Deny the 1 year free Lite plan benefit entirely
  • Revoke the benefit at any time, even after it has been granted
  • Require verification of student status before granting access
  • Delay access until verification is completed
  • Reject the signup without providing reasons
  • Offer reduced benefits or alternative offers instead

By signing up with a non-educational email, you acknowledge and accept that you may NOT receive the 1 year free Lite plan, and you waive any claims related to denial of this benefit.

2.5 Verification Process

SpeakLingo reserves the right to request proof of enrollment at any time, including but not limited to:

  • Valid student ID card
  • Enrollment letter or certificate
  • Screenshot of student portal access
  • Any other documentation we deem acceptable

Failure to provide verification when requested, providing false information, or inability to prove current student status will result in immediate removal from the Student Program and permanent loss of all free access benefits. No appeals will be entertained.

3. 1 Year Free Lite Plan

3.1 What You Get

  • 365 days of free access to SpeakLingo Lite plan
  • All Lite plan features as defined at product launch
  • Access begins on the day you activate your account after launch

3.2 Activation Requirements

  • Must activate using the same email used to join the Student Program
  • Must activate within 12 months of SpeakLingo launch
  • Free year starts from activation date, not launch date

3.3 After the Free Year

When your free year ends, you may:

  • Continue with the Lite plan at standard pricing
  • Upgrade to Pro or Pro Plus plans
  • Stop using the service (no auto-billing)

We will notify you before your free period ends. No automatic charges will be applied.

4. Data We Collect

When you join the Student Program, we collect:

DataPurposeRequired
Email addressAccount identification, notificationsYes
School/College nameVerify student status, analyticsYes
CityLocation analytics, regional featuresYes
CountryRegional compliance, analyticsYes
IP addressFraud prevention, rate limitingAutomatic
Device/browser infoAnalytics, bot detectionAutomatic

For complete privacy information, see our Student Program Privacy Policy.

5. Email Communications

By joining the Student Program, you consent to receive:

  • Welcome email: Confirmation of your enrollment
  • Launch notification: When SpeakLingo is ready for you
  • Product updates: Development progress and new features
  • Expiry reminder: Before your free year ends

Unsubscribe: You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time. Essential notifications (welcome, launch, expiry) are required for service delivery.

6. Launch Timeline

SpeakLingo is targeting launch in Q2 2026 (April-June 2026). This is an estimated timeline and may change.

  • You will be notified via email when the product launches
  • Your 1 year free access begins when you activate your account
  • You must activate within 12 months of launch to claim your free year

7. Promotional Offer Disclaimer

7.1 Nature of Offer

The 1 year free Lite plan access offered through the Student Program is a promotional incentive, not a contractual guarantee. This offer is provided at the sole discretion of SpeakLingo and VarootaBay AI Labs.

7.2 Lite Plan Definition

Lite plan features will be defined at product launch. SpeakLingo reserves the right to determine all plan details and functionality at its sole discretion.

7.3 Right to Modify

SpeakLingo reserves the right to:

  • Modify the duration of free access offered
  • Change eligibility requirements
  • Substitute the offer with an alternative benefit
  • Discontinue the Student Program at any time

7.4 Alternative Benefit

If the 1 year free Lite plan offer cannot be fulfilled for any reason (including but not limited to product non-launch, Lite plan discontinuation, or technical limitations), SpeakLingo may, at its sole discretion, provide an alternative benefit such as a 10% discount on Pro or Pro Plus plans. Any alternative benefit is subject to availability and determined exclusively by SpeakLingo. SpeakLingo is under no obligation to provide any alternative benefit.

7.5 Non-Launch Scenario

In the event that SpeakLingo does not launch, is indefinitely delayed, or the company ceases operations, all Student Program benefits (including the 1 year free Lite plan) shall be void. Students shall have no claim to compensation, refunds, or alternative benefits in such scenarios.

7.6 No Binding Obligation

This Student Program creates no legally binding obligation to deliver any specific product, feature, or duration of free access. Users acknowledge this is a promotional offer with no guaranteed outcome.

7.7 Product Features & Functionality Disclaimer

All product features, capabilities, screenshots, demonstrations, and functionality displayed on the SpeakLingo website, landing pages, marketing materials, or any promotional content are for illustrative purposes only and represent our development goals and vision.

SpeakLingo and VarootaBay AI Labs make no guarantees that:

  • Any specific feature shown or described will be available at launch
  • Features will function exactly as depicted or described
  • All advertised capabilities will be included in the final product
  • The user interface or experience will match promotional materials
  • Pricing, plans, or feature availability will remain as currently shown

By joining the Student Program, you acknowledge that marketing materials represent aspirational goals (not contractual commitments), and you waive any claims related to features not delivered or changed.

8. Waiver of Claims & Limitation of Liability

8.1 Waiver of Claims

By joining the Student Program, you waive any and all claims, damages, or legal action against SpeakLingo, VarootaBay AI Labs, its founders, employees, or affiliates related to:

  • Non-delivery or partial delivery of the 1 year free access
  • Changes to the Lite plan or its features
  • Delays in product launch or non-launch of the product
  • Discontinuation of the Student Program or SpeakLingo service
  • Any alternative benefit provided or not provided
  • Technical issues affecting Student Program registration
  • Loss of enrollment due to system errors
  • Changes to eligibility requirements
  • Company cessation, acquisition, or restructuring
  • Denial of free access due to non-educational email address
  • Verification requirements for non-educational emails

8.2 Maximum Liability

The maximum liability of SpeakLingo for any claim arising from the Student Program shall not exceed $0 USD, as the Student Program is a free service with no payment collected.

8.3 "As Is" Service

The Student Program is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

8.4 Jurisdiction Notice

Users in jurisdictions where such waivers are unenforceable (e.g., EU, UK, Australia) retain only the minimum rights required by local law. No additional rights are granted beyond what is legally mandated.

9. Governing Law

  • Governing law: Laws of India
  • Jurisdiction: Courts of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • EU/UK exception: EU/UK residents may use local courts for consumer disputes

10. Contact Us

For questions about the Student Program:

Email: [email protected]

Entity: VarootaBay AI Labs (Partnership Firm, India)

Response time: Within 48 hours

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