Disclaimer

1. Educational Purpose

DotCodeSchool ("we," "our," or "us") is an open-source educational platform funded by the Polkadot Treasury. Our platform is designed to provide educational content and resources for learning blockchain development.

The information, code examples, tutorials, and other content provided on our platform are for educational and informational purposes only. They are not intended to serve as financial, legal, or professional advice.

2. No Warranty

2.1 Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on our platform.

2.2 Code Examples and Tutorials

The code examples, tutorials, and other technical content provided on our platform:

• Are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind
• May not be suitable for production environments without proper review and testing
• May require modifications to work in specific environments or use cases
• May become outdated as technologies evolve

2.3 Third-Party Content

Our platform may include content provided by third parties. We do not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any third-party content.

3. Risk Disclaimer

3.1 Blockchain Technology Risks

Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency development involve significant risks, including but not limited to:

• Regulatory uncertainty and legal risks
• Market volatility and financial risks
• Security vulnerabilities and technical risks
• Rapid technological changes

3.2 Educational Examples

Any blockchain applications, smart contracts, or cryptocurrency examples provided on our platform are for educational purposes only. Implementing such examples in real-world scenarios may involve significant risks and should be done with proper due diligence and professional guidance.

3.3 No Investment Advice

Nothing on our platform constitutes investment advice, financial advice, trading advice, or any other sort of advice. We do not recommend any specific cryptocurrency, token, or blockchain project as an investment.

4. Limitation of Liability

4.1 No Responsibility for Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall DotCodeSchool, its contributors, or the Polkadot Treasury be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever including, without limitation:

• Loss of use, data, or profits
• Business interruption
• Any other commercial damages or losses

This applies whether in an action of contract, negligence, or other tortious action, arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of our platform, content, or related services.

4.2 User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for:

• Evaluating the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of all content
• Testing and reviewing any code before implementation
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Implementing appropriate security measures

5. Open Source Project

5.1 Community Contributions

As an open-source project:

• Content may be contributed by community members
• We cannot guarantee the accuracy of all community-contributed content
• Users should exercise their own judgment when using community-contributed content

5.2 Polkadot Treasury Funding

While our project is funded by the Polkadot Treasury:

• This does not constitute an endorsement by Polkadot of any specific content
• The Polkadot Treasury is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of our content
• Funding relationships may change over time

6. External Links

Our platform may contain links to external websites or resources that are not owned or controlled by DotCodeSchool. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or resources
• Any damage or loss resulting from the use of such external websites or resources
• The availability or accuracy of such external websites or resources

7. Technical Limitations

7.1 Platform Availability

We do not guarantee that our platform will be:

• Available at all times
• Error-free or uninterrupted
• Free from security vulnerabilities
• Compatible with all devices or browsers

7.2 GitHub Authentication

Our use of GitHub for authentication:

• Requires users to have a GitHub account
• Is subject to GitHub's availability and policies
• May involve limitations imposed by GitHub's API

7.3 Vercel Deployment

Our use of Vercel for deployment:

• Is subject to Vercel's availability and policies
• May involve limitations imposed by Vercel's service

8. Indemnification

By using our platform, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DotCodeSchool, its contributors, and the Polkadot Treasury from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your use of our platform.

9. Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our platform. Your continued use of our platform after any changes to this disclaimer constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

10. Severability

If any provision of this disclaimer is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that this disclaimer shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.

11. Governing Law

This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which DotCodeSchool is established, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact us at:

• Email: batman@dotcodeschool.com
• GitHub: https://github.com/dotcodeschool

This disclaimer is effective as of May 6, 2025.

By using DotCodeSchool, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer.