Terms of Service

Welcome to Cutflow. These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of our website, courses, and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Please read these terms carefully before using our services. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or services.

Last updated: November 25, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our website or enrolling in our courses, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all users of the site, including students, prospective students, and general visitors.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

2. Description of Services

Cutflow provides professional video editing courses and training programs. Our services include:

In-person video editing courses taught at our Tokyo location
Educational materials and resources related to video editing
Course information and enrollment services through our website
Communication and support related to our educational programs

Course content, schedules, and offerings are subject to change. We strive to provide accurate information but make no guarantees about the availability or continuation of any particular course or program.

3. Acceptable Use Policy

When using our website and services, you agree to:

Permitted Uses

Access course information and educational resources for personal educational purposes
Submit accurate information when making inquiries or enrolling in courses
Respect intellectual property rights in all course materials
Communicate respectfully with instructors and staff
Use the website in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

Prohibited Activities

You may not:

Provide false or misleading information during enrollment or inquiries
Access or attempt to access areas of the website you are not authorized to access
Reproduce, distribute, or share course materials without permission
Use the website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these terms
Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
Engage in any conduct that could damage our reputation or business

4. Course Enrollment and Attendance

Enrollment Requirements

Students must provide accurate contact and background information during enrollment. Some courses may have prerequisites or equipment requirements that must be met before enrollment.

Payment and Fees

Course fees must be paid according to the payment schedule provided during enrollment. All fees are in Japanese Yen unless otherwise specified. Payment confirms your enrollment and acceptance of these terms.

Attendance Expectations

Regular attendance is expected for optimal learning outcomes. Students are responsible for keeping up with course material if they miss sessions. We do not provide refunds for missed classes due to student absence.

Course Cancellation by Cutflow

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule courses due to insufficient enrollment, instructor availability, or other circumstances. In such cases, enrolled students will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to another course.

5. Account Security and Responsibilities

If you create an account or enrollment profile with us:

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
You must provide accurate and current information and update it as necessary
We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms

6. Service Availability and Modifications

Website Availability

We strive to maintain continuous website availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be unavailable during maintenance periods, technical issues, or due to circumstances beyond our control.

Course Content and Schedule Changes

We reserve the right to modify course content, schedules, instructors, or curriculum to improve educational outcomes or address operational needs. Material changes affecting enrolled students will be communicated in advance when possible.

Geographic Restrictions

Our services are primarily designed for students in the Tokyo area. While our website is accessible globally, in-person courses are conducted at our Tokyo facility. Some services may not be available in all locations.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on our website and in our courses, including text, graphics, logos, course materials, videos, and software, is the property of Cutflow or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without explicit written permission. Course materials are provided for personal educational use only.

Student Work

Students retain ownership of original work created during courses. By enrolling, you grant us a non-exclusive license to use student work for educational and promotional purposes, with appropriate credit given. You may opt out of promotional use by notifying us in writing.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

Please note the following important disclaimers:

Educational Services

Our courses provide education and training in video editing techniques. We do not guarantee employment, specific career outcomes, or particular skill levels upon completion. Individual results depend on effort, practice, and prior experience.

Software and Third-Party Services

We teach industry-standard software tools but are not affiliated with software manufacturers. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary software licenses. We provide instruction on using these tools but do not warrant their performance or availability.

Website Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate information, we do not warrant that website content is complete, current, or error-free. Course descriptions and pricing are subject to change.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, our services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services
Our total liability for any claim related to our services is limited to the amount you paid for the specific course or service giving rise to the claim
We are not responsible for losses resulting from unauthorized access to your account or information
We are not liable for failures or delays caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at our discretion if you violate these terms or engage in conduct we deem harmful to our business, other students, or instructors.

Students may withdraw from courses according to our cancellation policy, which is provided during enrollment. Upon termination, your right to access course materials and services ends immediately.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Tokyo, Japan.

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to resolve disputes informally. Many concerns can be addressed through direct communication.

12. General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and any course-specific agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Cutflow regarding your use of our services.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these terms or your rights under them without our written consent. We may assign these terms without restriction.

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