Legal Documentation
Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using Podacium. By accessing our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.
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2026
Effective Date
1.0
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Podacium LLC
Registered Limited Liability Company (SARL) in Algeria
Language Notice
The official legal version of this document is in Arabic. Translations are provided for convenience only. In case of any discrepancy, the Arabic version shall prevail.
RC
RC: Registration in progress (Tribunal of Oran)
NIF
NIF: Pending attribution
NI
NIS: Pending attribution
Capital
Capital: 100,000 DZD (Subscribed)
Address
PC38+5MV, Bir El Djir, Oran, Algeria
podacium@podacium.com
Phone
+213 792 913 873
Website
www.podacium.com
www.podacium.dz · www.podacium.com.dz
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
merhabahmed@podacium.com
Effective Date
1 January 2026
Last Updated
1 January 2026
Version
1.0
1. Introduction and Acceptance
ImportantLegal agreement between you and Podacium SARL
1.1 About These Terms
These Terms of Service ('Terms') constitute a legally binding agreement between you ('User', 'you', or 'your') and Podacium SARL ('Podacium', 'we', 'us', or 'our'), a limited liability company (Société à Responsabilité Limitée) registered in Algeria.
Binding Agreement
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Podacium SARL
Algerian Law
All terms are governed by Algerian law and jurisdiction
1.2 Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, registering for, or using the Podacium platform and services (collectively, the 'Platform'), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Refund Policy, which are incorporated herein by reference.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease using the Platform.
1.3 Amendments
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified to registered users via email and/or prominent notice on the Platform at least 15 days before the changes take effect. Your continued use of the Platform after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
1.4 Legal Continuity Clause
Podacium SARL may convert its legal structure to a Simplified Joint Stock Company (Société Par Actions Simplifiée - SPAS) in the future. Such conversion will not affect the validity or enforceability of these Terms. Users will be notified of any change in legal structure.
2. Definitions
Key terms used in these Terms of Service
For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:
AI Services
AI-powered features including tutors, recommendations, and content generation
BI Features
Analytics dashboards, performance tracking, and reporting tools
Freelancing Marketplace
Connects freelancers with clients for project-based work
User-Generated Content
Content created and submitted by users including assignments and forum posts
3. Eligibility and User Accounts
ImportantRequirements for creating and using an account
3.1 Age Requirements
To create an Account on Podacium, you must be at least 16 years old. Users aged 16 to 18 may access the Platform only with parental or legal guardian consent, in accordance with applicable Algerian law.
Parental Consent Process:
- A parent or legal guardian must provide consent by submitting verified identification
- Podacium retains proof of parental consent securely for audit and compliance purposes
- Parents or guardians may revoke consent at any time by contacting us
3.2 Account Registration
To access full Platform features, you must create an Account by providing your full legal name, valid email address, date of birth, and a password meeting our security requirements.
3.3 Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account credentials and all activities that occur under your Account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach.
3.4 Account Types
Podacium supports Individual Learner Accounts, Freelancer Accounts, Business Accounts, and Institutional Accounts, each with specific features and requirements.
4. Platform Services
Educational, AI, BI, and freelancing services provided
4.1 Educational Services
Podacium provides online learning services including pre-recorded video courses, interactive exercises, learning paths, completion certificates, PDF materials, and AI-powered tutoring when available.
4.2 Certificates and Credentials
Certificates issued by Podacium represent successful completion of course requirements but are not formal academic degrees or accredited qualifications. They are informal credentials for continuing education.
4.3 Artificial Intelligence Services
Podacium may utilize artificial intelligence technologies to enhance learning experiences. AI features include conversational tutors, personalized recommendations, automated assessments, and content generation tools. Important disclaimers apply to AI-generated content.
4.4 Business Intelligence Features
Podacium offers Business Intelligence analytics tools for individual users (learning progress dashboards, performance analytics) and business/institutional users (employee learning analytics, team performance dashboards, custom reporting).
5. User Rights and Responsibilities
What you can and cannot do on our platform
5.1 License to Use Platform
Subject to compliance with these Terms, Podacium grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Platform for personal or internal business purposes.
5.2 Permitted Uses
You may access courses you have enrolled in, participate in Platform forums, create User-Generated Content in accordance with these Terms, use BI Features for legitimate analytics purposes, and download materials explicitly designated as downloadable.
5.3 Prohibited Uses
You must not use the Platform for any illegal purpose, engage in academic dishonesty, share Account credentials, reverse engineer the Platform, use automated systems to collect data, circumvent payment systems, upload malicious code, harass other users, impersonate others, or misuse AI Services.
6. Content and Intellectual Property
ImportantOwnership and usage rights for content
6.1 Podacium's Intellectual Property
All Platform Content, including source code, software, algorithms, course materials, AI models, Platform design, trademarks, logos, and Business Intelligence tools, is owned by Podacium SARL or licensed to us by third parties. All rights are reserved.
6.2 User-Generated Content Ownership
You retain ownership of all User-Generated Content you create, including course assignments, forum posts, reviews, and freelance work deliverables.
6.3 License to Podacium
By submitting User-Generated Content to the Platform, you grant Podacium a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to display, reproduce, and distribute your content on the Platform.
7. Payments, Fees, and Refunds
Pricing, payment methods, and refund policies
7.1 Pricing
Course prices, subscription fees, and Freelancing Marketplace commissions are displayed on the Platform in Algerian Dinars (DZD) or other applicable currencies. Prices may change at any time.
7.2 Payment Methods
Podacium accepts payments through licensed third-party payment gateways, including Algerian bank cards (CIB, EDAHABIA), SATIM payment system, and other licensed or international payment processors.
7.3 Taxes
Prices displayed are inclusive of applicable Algerian taxes (VAT/TVA) unless otherwise stated. International users may be subject to additional taxes in their jurisdiction.
7.6 Refund Policy
Detailed refund terms are provided in our separate Refund Policy. Key points include a 7-day full refund for course purchases if no content has been accessed, pro-rata refunds for partial completion, and specific non-refundable circumstances.
7-Day Cooling-Off
Full refund for course purchases if no content accessed within 7 days
Non-Refundable
Account termination for violations, completed courses, and certain transactions
Consent
By accepting these Terms, you provide explicit consent to data processing
8. Data Protection and Privacy
ImportantHow we protect and handle your data
8.1 Privacy Commitment
Podacium is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with Algerian Law 18-07 on the Protection of Personal Data. Full details of our data practices are provided in our Privacy Policy.
8.2 User Rights Under Algerian Law
You have the right to access your personal data, correct inaccurate data, delete your data (subject to legal retention requirements), object to certain data processing activities, withdraw consent for non-essential data processing, and lodge complaints with Algeria's National Authority for the Protection of Personal Data (ANPDP).
8.3 Data Retention
Personal data is deleted 6 months after Account deletion. Financial records are retained 10 years in anonymized form. Course completion certificates are retained indefinitely for verification purposes.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
External services and their integration
9.1 Third-Party Integrations
Podacium integrates with third-party services including payment processors, artificial intelligence service providers, analytics tools, cloud hosting providers, and communication services. These services have their own terms and privacy policies.
9.3 Third-Party Liability
Podacium uses reasonable efforts to select reliable third-party providers. However, we are not responsible for third-party service failures, outages, or errors. We maintain backup systems where technically feasible.
10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
ImportantImportant limitations and disclaimers
10.1 Educational Disclaimers
Podacium does not guarantee that completing courses will result in specific learning outcomes, employment, academic credit, or professional licensure. Educational success depends on individual effort and external factors beyond our control.
10.2 AI Disclaimers
AI Services may produce incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information. AI recommendations are general suggestions only and do not constitute professional advice. Consult qualified professionals for important decisions.
10.4 Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted under Algerian law, Podacium is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages. Where Podacium is found liable, our total liability is capped at the lesser of fees paid in the preceding 12 months or 50,000 Algerian Dinars.
11. Force Majeure
Events beyond our control
Podacium is not liable for delays or failures to perform obligations due to events beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, pandemics, war, government actions, internet infrastructure failures, cyberattacks, third-party service provider failures, labor strikes, or power outages.
12. Account Suspension and Termination
How accounts can be suspended or terminated
12.1 Termination by User
You may delete your Account at any time using the self-service deletion option in Account settings or by contacting support. Effect of deletion includes immediate access revocation, personal data deletion within 6 months, and retention of financial records for 10 years.
12.2 Termination by Podacium
We may suspend or terminate your Account immediately without notice for serious Terms violations (fraud, illegal activity, harassment, repeated infringement, academic dishonesty, or threatening Platform security).
13. Dispute Resolution
ImportantHow disputes are resolved
13.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Algeria, including Law 18-07 on Protection of Personal Data, Law 18-05 on Electronic Commerce, Law 09-03 on Consumer Protection, and the Algerian Civil and Commercial Codes.
13.2 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Oran, Algeria.
13.3 Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Before initiating court proceedings, parties agree to attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation (30 days) and mediation through a mutually agreed mediator in Algeria. ADR does not prevent either party from seeking urgent injunctive relief.
14. General Provisions
Additional legal terms
14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Podacium regarding Platform use, superseding all prior agreements and understandings.
14.5 Language
These Terms are drafted in English. An official Arabic version will be published as the authoritative legal version. Upon publication, the Arabic version shall become the legally binding version. In case of any conflict between translations, the official Arabic version shall prevail.
15. Contact Information
How to contact Podacium
podacium@podacium.com
Phone
+213 792 913 873
Address
PC38+5MV, Bir El Djir, Oran, Algeria
Website
www.podacium.com
Response Times:
- General inquiries: 48 hours
- Data protection requests: 15 days
- Complaints and legal notices: 15 days
Acknowledgment
By using the Podacium Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms, accept all provisions herein, will comply with all applicable laws and regulations, understand the disclaimers and limitations of liability, consent to data processing, and accept Algerian law and jurisdiction.
Thank you for choosing Podacium. We are committed to providing high-quality educational services and protecting your rights under Algerian law.
Last Updated: 1 January 2026 • Version: 1.0 • Effective Date: 1 January 2026