Terms of Service

Effective Date: 06/15/2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using NSOSE ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

NSOSE provides web-based software for school administrators and educators to manage substitute assignments, automate communications, and improve operational efficiency.

3. User Responsibilities

Users agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information during account creation
  • Maintain the confidentiality of their login credentials
  • Use the Service only for lawful and authorized purposes
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer, duplicate, or resell the platform

4. Membership Representation and Titles

Members may identify themselves with designations such as "M.NSOSE" or similar membership titles only while their membership is active and in good standing.

  • Use of membership titles or post-nominals is limited to individuals with current, paid memberships.
  • Members agree not to misrepresent their affiliation with the National Society of Software Engineers (NSOSE).
  • NSOSE reserves the right to revoke usage rights to titles and member benefits if a membership lapses or is terminated.

5. Membership Certificates

Membership certificates are provided for personal use and professional documentation only.

  • Certificates may be used in resumes, job applications, or credential portfolios as long as membership remains valid.
  • Altering, duplicating, or misusing certificates is strictly prohibited.
  • Employers, schools, or third parties may request verification of membership via our official contact channels.

6. User Responsibilities

Users agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information during account creation
  • Maintain the confidentiality of their login credentials
  • Use the Service only for lawful and authorized purposes
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer, duplicate, or resell the platform

7. Data and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described therein.

8. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, and data on the Service, including but not limited to software, design, text, graphics, and logos, are the property of NSOSE or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate user access at our discretion, especially in the case of any violation of these Terms or unauthorized use of the Service.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free use and disclaim all warranties, express or implied.

11. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall NSOSE be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the Service.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

13. Contact Us

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

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