Instructor Agreement (Public Offer) for Course Authors on GradeBuilder
Last updated: 14.06.2025
This Instructor Agreement (“Agreement”) is a public offer and legally binding contract between the Author (also referred to as “Instructor” or “you”) and GradeBuilder, operated by Gradebuilder S.L., a registered company in Spain (hereinafter, “the Platform,” “we,” or “us”).
By registering on GradeBuilder and publishing any educational content, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.
1. Purpose of the Agreement
1.1. This Agreement governs the terms by which Authors may create, upload, and monetize online educational courses via the GradeBuilder platform.
1.2. You may publish courses in accordance with our technical and quality guidelines and offer them to users (Students) for free or at a price you define (where allowed).
2. Revenue Sharing and Payments
2.1. When a Student purchases access to your course, the Platform will credit you a percentage of the paid amount (excluding taxes and processing fees). This percentage is determined by the Platform and may vary.
2.2. We reserve the right to change the commission structure at any time. You will be notified via email or dashboard updates. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of new terms.
2.3. All earnings are paid via PayPal to the email you provide. You are solely responsible for providing correct and up-to-date payment details.
2.4. Minimum payout thresholds and withdrawal schedules may apply and are subject to change.
2.5. The Platform is not responsible for any bank or payment processor fees or delays.
2.6. If you choose to publish a course for free, the Platform reserves the right to offer paid certificates of completion to Students. The certificate price is set by the Platform, and all revenue generated from such certificates will belong to the Platform. This revenue may be used to cover operational costs, platform maintenance, and user support services.
3. Taxes and Legal Obligations
3.1. You are solely responsible for reporting and paying any applicable taxes, duties, or other legal obligations in your country of residence related to the income you receive through the Platform.
3.2. We may request tax documentation or identity verification to comply with applicable laws or prevent fraud. Refusal to comply may result in suspension of your account or withheld payouts.
4. Intellectual Property and Content Standards
4.1. You retain copyright ownership of any original content you upload. However, by uploading a course, you grant the Platform a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to host, display, promote, and distribute the course on the Platform.
4.2. You may not upload content that:
- Infringes on copyrights, trademarks, or rights of others
- Contains offensive, defamatory, or unlawful material
- Includes third-party content without proper rights or permission
4.3. You are fully responsible for the legality, accuracy, and originality of your course content.
5. Moderation and Removal of Content
5.1. We reserve the right to review, moderate, edit, hide, or remove any course content or user account at our sole discretion, especially if it violates our standards, laws, or community values.
5.2. In case of repeated violations or serious complaints, we may permanently suspend your account and withhold pending payouts.
6. Platform Changes and Service Availability
6.1. The Platform may update features, pricing, payout terms, or policies at any time without prior notice.
6.2. We may temporarily or permanently discontinue certain features or services without liability.
6.3. You will be notified of material changes to this Agreement or Platform features via email or dashboard notification.
7. Data Protection and GDPR
7.1. We collect and store personal data such as your name, email, payment details, and course information solely for the purpose of operating the Platform.
7.2. You may request deletion or modification of your data in compliance with GDPR. However, some data may be retained for legal or administrative reasons (e.g., transaction records).
7.3. Your data is stored securely and is not shared with third parties except where required by law or payment processing.
8. Termination
8.1. You may terminate your use of the Platform at any time by deleting your account.
8.2. The Platform may terminate your access immediately if you breach these terms, violate laws, or engage in fraudulent activity.
8.3. Upon termination, any pending payouts will be processed only if no violations are found and your payment information is valid.
9. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
9.1. The Platform is provided “as is,” without warranty of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free performance.
9.2. We are not liable for lost earnings, reputation, or content, nor for any indirect or consequential damages.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
10.1. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Kingdom of Spain.
10.2. In case of disputes, the parties shall first attempt to resolve them amicably. If no resolution is reached, the matter shall be settled by the competent courts of Valencia, Spain.
11. Free Courses and Certificate Revenue
11.1. If you publish a course with free access, the Platform may, at its sole discretion, offer optional paid certificates of completion to Students.
11.2. The certificate price is determined by the Platform, and all income from such certificates is retained by the Platform.
11.3. This revenue helps support the maintenance, improvement, and ongoing operation of the Platform, including hosting, user support, and educational infrastructure.
12. Contact
For any questions regarding this Agreement, please contact:
📧 Email: org@gradebuilder.com
📍 Address: calle Coronel Ivorra Ruiz, 7.1, Santiago de la Ribera, Murcia, España, 30720