This User Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the “Agreement” or “Offer”) is a public offer by Sole Proprietor Kukareko D.M. (UNP 193319998) to enter into a contract under the terms set out below:
1. Definitions
1.1. Site Administrator (Administration) – Sole Proprietor Kukareko D.M.
1.2. Masterclasses (Video Lessons) – video content on the topic of pastry arts published on the Website.
1.3. User (Users) – any individual who uses the Website’s services in the ways described in Clause 2.1 of this Agreement.
1.4. Website – an electronic document system (data files and code) owned by Sole Proprietor Kukareko D.M. and available on the Internet at: https://maru.family, maru.expert, my.maru.expert, and their subdomains. The primary purpose of the Website is to inform Users about pastry courses and to provide access to full versions of those courses and individual lessons on a paid basis.
1.5. Website Services – a set of services provided by the Administrator, including access to content published on the Website, the ability to view video lessons and masterclasses under the terms of this Agreement, and other features of the Website available to Users.
2. Acceptance of the Offer
2.1. In accordance with Articles 404(2)(3) and 408(3) of the Civil Code of the Republic of Belarus, a User shall be deemed to have accepted this Offer and entered into a contract with the Administrator without reservation by performing any of the following actions:
- Accessing any materials or information on the Website, regardless of the duration or number of pages viewed;
- Registering on the Website;
- Making a payment for access to paid materials;
- Any other use of the Website’s services.
2.2. By accepting this Offer, the User confirms that:
- They are of legal age, fully capable, and not restricted from entering into this Agreement;
- They have read, understood, and fully agree to the terms of this Agreement without any reservations.
3. Use of Website Services
3.1. Access to the Website is free of charge.
3.2. Use of the Website and its services must comply with this Agreement and the laws of the Republic of Belarus.
3.3. Users acknowledge that access to certain materials (such as full video courses) may require payment, as defined by the Administrator.
3.4. To access paid content, the User must complete registration, providing accurate and current information. Access is granted through a personal account using a unique login and password.
3.5. Each account is for individual use only. Sharing login credentials or granting access to third parties is prohibited. Any such cases must be immediately reported to the Administrator.
3.6. All actions taken through the User’s account are considered their own unless proven otherwise. The Administrator may block accounts in case of unauthorized access.
3.7. The User agrees not to use the Website for illegal or inappropriate purposes, including:
- Distribution of viruses, harmful software, hate speech, or pornography;
- Advertising their or third-party products/services;
- Sending spam or unsolicited messages to other users or third parties.
4. Payment
4.1. Access to paid content (video courses) can be purchased by:
4.1.1. Paying by bank card through the bePaid system – payment is made in real-time after placing the order.
4.1.2. Subscription payment – monthly or annually – with the possibility of auto-renewal. Subscription provides access to all materials on the Website for the paid period. Users pay separately for each renewal, which may be processed automatically. Subscriptions can be canceled in the personal account settings.
4.2. Users may request a refund within 7 calendar days if the content has material defects (e.g., factual errors, poor quality). The User must explain the reasons for the request. Refunds are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
5.1. All video content is protected under the laws of the Republic of Belarus and may not be used without permission.
5.2. Payment grants the User personal, non-commercial viewing rights only. It is prohibited to copy, distribute, broadcast, modify, or otherwise use the content without authorization.
5.3. The Website and its design, structure, and elements are also protected under intellectual property law.
6. Use of Personal Data
6.1. During registration, Users may provide personal data. By accepting this Agreement, they consent to its processing for the purposes of the Agreement.
6.2. Users agree that their data may be used for informational and marketing communications. Users can unsubscribe at any time.
6.3. Data may be shared with employees, partners, or contractors of the Administrator as necessary. They are obligated to maintain confidentiality.
6.4. The Administrator may disclose personal data if required by law or to prevent unlawful actions.
6.5. The Administrator takes reasonable measures to protect User data but is not liable for unauthorized access due to third-party actions or the User’s negligence.
7. Liability
7.1. Both parties are liable for non-performance or improper performance under this Agreement in accordance with Belarusian law.
7.2. Neither party is liable for force majeure events (war, natural disasters, government bans, etc.).
7.3. Users are responsible for any harm caused to the Administrator or others.
7.4. The Administrator is not liable for content accuracy posted by other Users.
7.5. The Administrator is not liable for damages resulting from User interactions, technical failures, or service interruptions.
7.6. The Administrator is not liable for unauthorized use of User data by other Users.
7.7. The Administrator is not liable for damages to User equipment or software unless proven to be caused by the Administrator’s intent.
7.8. The Administrator reserves the right to:
- Adjust content schedules;
- Refuse service to Users who provide false information;
- Engage third parties for service delivery;
- Cancel service before it starts without explanation and issue a full refund;
- Terminate services during the contract period without explanation (with partial refund for unused portion);
7.9. Users agree to:
- Follow learning schedules and Administrator’s guidance;
- Provide accurate contact details for communication and service delivery.
7.10. Users may:
- Cancel the agreement, paying for services rendered up to that point;
- Request rescheduling of services, with supporting documents.
7.11. If third-party claims arise due to materials posted by the User, the Administrator may remove such materials and refer the third party to the User. The User must compensate the Administrator for any related losses.
7.12. Unlawful use of content, site design, or structure by the User may lead to legal liability.
7.13. The User is fully responsible for any third-party rights violations resulting from content uploads or downloads.
7.14. The Administrator may block a User’s account for violations. No refunds will be issued in this case.
7.15. In the case of proven damages caused by the Administrator, the maximum liability is limited to the course or subscription fee paid.
8. Dispute Resolution
8.1. Disputes shall be resolved by written claims under Belarusian law. A response must be provided within 15 calendar days.
8.2. If no agreement is reached, disputes will be handled by the court at the Administrator’s place of registration.
9. Term of Agreement
9.1. This Agreement becomes effective upon acceptance (see Clause 2.1). For certainty, registration on the Website shall be deemed acceptance.
9.2. The Administrator may unilaterally modify this Agreement by publishing an updated version at https://maru.family/ru/contract-offer. Users must check for updates independently. Continued use of the Website constitutes full acceptance of the updated Agreement.