Terms and Conditions

Last updated on October 01, 2025

1. User Accounts

Account Registration

We collect information you provide, such as name, email address, phone number, and payment details, when you register, enroll in a course, or communicate with us.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. By creating an account, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

2. Course Enrollment and Access

Enrollment and Course Access

Upon enrolling in a course, you are granted a personal, non-transferable license to access the course materials. Course access may be time-limited or indefinite, as stated at the time of purchase.

No Sharing of Course Materials

The content provided in our courses is for your individual use only. Sharing, reproducing, or redistributing course content without permission is prohibited.

3. Payments and Refunds

Payment Terms

Payments are required in full at the time of enrollment, and prices are subject to change. Accepted payment methods include credit/debit cards through PayPal.

Refund Policy

We offer a pro-rated refund policy for your unused mentoring sessions. Refund requests can be sent to hello@bignerd.design. Some courses or services may have specific refund policies, which will be noted at the time of purchase.

4. User Conduct

Respectful Behavior

We aim to maintain a respectful learning environment. Harassment, abusive language, or disruptive behavior is not permitted on our platform.

Prohibited Activities

Users may not engage in activities that disrupt our services, such as using bots, hacking attempts, or any form of data scraping.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on Pathwise, including courses, graphics, logos, and text, is the property of Pathwise or its content providers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any part of our site or materials without permission.

6. Limitation of Liability

Pathwise is not liable for any damages, direct or indirect, resulting from your use of our services. We do not guarantee that our courses will meet your specific expectations or career goals. Use of our platform is at your own risk.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

8. Modifications to Terms and Services

Pathwise reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or by posting on this page. Continued use of our platform signifies acceptance of any updated terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the state of Pennsylvania, U.S.A. Any disputes arising from your use of our services will be resolved in the appropriate courts of the state of Pennsylvania, U.S.A.

10. Cookie Policy

Big Nerd Academy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your browser and remember certain information such as login details, preferences, or pages visited.

Types of Cookies We Use

  1. Essential Cookies – Required for core site functionality (e.g., logging in, accessing your account, processing payments).

  2. Performance & Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how users interact with the site by collecting data such as pages visited and time spent. This information allows us to improve usability and content.

  3. Functionality Cookies – Remember your preferences, such as language or region, to provide a more personalized experience.

  4. Advertising & Marketing Cookies – (If applicable) Used to deliver relevant ads and track their performance across platforms.

Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party services (such as analytics providers or advertising partners) to set cookies on our site. These third parties may collect information about your browsing activities across different websites.

Your Choices

  • Consent: When you first visit our site, you’ll be asked to accept or manage your cookie preferences.

  • Browser Settings: You can set your browser to refuse or delete cookies at any time. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

  • Opt-Out Tools: For interest-based advertising, you can opt out through industry tools like Network Advertising Initiative or Your Online Choices.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

📧 hello@bignerd.design

This Terms and Conditions content is designed to be thorough and transparent, protecting both Pathwise and its users. Let me know if you need any additional specifics!