bristom

    Terms and Conditions

    Last Updated: July 18, 2025

    1. Introduction

    Welcome to Bristom ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our online assessment platform, including our face proctoring services (the "Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

    If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Platform.

    2. Definitions

    3. Acceptance of Terms

    By using the Platform, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or guardian. You also represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

    4. User Accounts

    4.1 Account Creation

    To access certain features of the Platform, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information as necessary.

    4.2 Account Security

    You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

    4.3 Account Termination

    We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

    5. Platform Use

    5.1 Permitted Use

    You may use the Platform only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Platform in any way that could disable, overburden, or impair the Platform.

    5.2 Prohibited Activities

    You agree not to:

    6. Proctoring Services

    6.1 Face Proctoring

    Our Platform includes face proctoring services that monitor Test Takers during assessments. By participating in a proctored assessment, you consent to being recorded and monitored.

    6.2 Identity Verification

    You may be required to verify your identity before taking an assessment. This may include presenting a government-issued ID and allowing facial recognition technology to confirm your identity.

    6.3 Environment Requirements

    During proctored assessments, you must ensure a quiet, private environment with adequate lighting and a stable internet connection. You may be required to show your testing environment to the proctor.

    6.4 Proctoring Data

    Video recordings and other data collected during proctoring may be reviewed by authorized personnel and stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

    7. Assessment Conduct

    7.1 Test Taker Responsibilities

    As a Test Taker, you agree to:

    7.2 Academic Integrity

    Any form of cheating, plagiarism, or academic dishonesty is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in assessment invalidation, account suspension, and notification to relevant parties.

    8. Intellectual Property

    8.1 Platform Content

    All content on the Platform, including text, graphics, software, and assessment materials, is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.

    8.2 User Content

    You retain ownership of content you create or upload to the Platform. However, by uploading content, you grant us a license to use, modify, and distribute such content as necessary to provide our services.

    8.3 Assessment Materials

    Assessment questions, answers, and related materials are confidential and proprietary. You may not copy, distribute, or disclose such materials without express written permission.

    9. Privacy and Data Protection

    Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. We do not use cookies or similar tracking technologies on our Platform.

    10. Technical Requirements

    To use the Platform effectively, you must have compatible hardware and software, including a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection. We are not responsible for technical difficulties that prevent Platform use.

    11. Disclaimers

    The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. Your use of the Platform is at your own risk.

    12. Limitation of Liability

    To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

    13. Indemnification

    You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Platform, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

    14. Termination

    Either party may terminate these Terms at any time. Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect.

    15. Governing Law

    These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which we operate, without regard to conflict of law principles.

    16. Dispute Resolution

    Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the applicable arbitration association. You waive any right to a jury trial or class action lawsuit.

    17. Modifications

    We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

    18. Severability

    If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

    19. Contact Information

    If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

    Email: team@redsage.global

    20. Entire Agreement

    These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the use of the Platform and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.