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Terms of Service

These Terms of Service govern access to and use of the ITA website, certification programs, educational materials, membership services, digital resources, and related activities available through https://ita-edu.org/.

Organisation

International Trading Association (ITA)

Last updated

May 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the International Trading Association ("ITA", "we", "our", or "us").

These Terms of Service govern access to and use of the ITA website, certification programs, educational materials, membership services, digital resources, and related activities available through:

https://ita-edu.org/

By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with these Terms.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the website and services.

2. Nature of Services

ITA is an independent professional education and certification initiative focused on:

All services and content are provided solely for educational, informational, and professional development purposes.

Professional development.
Educational resources.
Certification programs.
Ethical standards.
Membership services.
Industry knowledge and professional learning.
ITA does not provide brokerage services.
ITA does not provide investment advisory services.
ITA does not provide securities dealing.
ITA does not provide financial product sales.
ITA does not provide regulated financial services.
ITA does not provide custody of funds.
ITA does not provide transaction execution.

3. Eligibility

Users are responsible for ensuring that access to ITA services is permitted under the laws and regulations of their jurisdiction.

Certain certifications, memberships, or educational programs may require additional eligibility requirements.

ITA reserves the right to refuse, suspend, or terminate access where appropriate.

4. Accounts and Registration

Certain services may require account registration.

Users agree to:

ITA may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or applicable professional standards.

Provide accurate information.
Maintain the confidentiality of login credentials.
Remain responsible for activities conducted through their accounts.

5. Certification and Membership

Certification and membership services may include:

ITA reserves the right to:

Certification status may be publicly verifiable where applicable.

Online examinations.
Educational programs.
Digital certificates.
Member resources.
Professional development materials.
Review applications.
Deny or revoke certifications.
Suspend membership status.
Conduct disciplinary or compliance reviews.

6. Educational Content Disclaimer

All educational materials, standards, certification resources, and website content are provided for informational and professional learning purposes only.

Nothing on this website constitutes:

Users remain solely responsible for their own professional, financial, legal, and business decisions.

Investment advice.
Financial advice.
Legal advice.
Regulatory approval.
Professional licensing.
Guaranteed outcomes.

7. Payments and Fees

Certain ITA services may require payment, including:

All prices are subject to change without notice.

Payments are processed through third-party payment providers.

Unless otherwise stated, fees are non-refundable once:

Certification examination fees.
Membership fees.
Educational program access.
Events and related services.
Digital services have been accessed.
Examinations have been scheduled.
Memberships have been activated.
Educational content has been delivered.

8. Acceptable Use

Users must not:

ITA reserves the right to restrict or terminate access in response to violations.

Misuse ITA branding or certification status.
Submit false or misleading information.
Interfere with website functionality.
Attempt unauthorized access to systems.
Use ITA services for unlawful activities.
Infringe intellectual property rights.
Engage in abusive, fraudulent, or deceptive conduct.

9. Intellectual Property

All website materials, certification frameworks, educational content, graphics, logos, documents, and related materials are owned by or licensed to ITA unless otherwise stated.

Users may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit content without prior written permission.

10. Third-Party Services

ITA may use or link to third-party services, platforms, or providers.

ITA is not responsible for:

Users access third-party services at their own discretion.

Third-party content.
External websites.
Third-party policies.
Service interruptions caused by third parties.

11. Service Availability

ITA does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to its website or services.

We may modify services, update content, suspend functionality, or conduct maintenance without prior notice.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, ITA shall not be liable for:

Use of ITA services is at the user's own risk.

Indirect or consequential losses.
Interruption of services.
Loss of data.
Loss of business opportunities.
Reliance on educational materials.
Inability to access services.

13. Privacy

Use of ITA services is also governed by the ITA Privacy Notice available on the website.

14. Modifications to Terms

ITA may update these Terms periodically.

Updated versions become effective upon publication unless otherwise stated.

Continued use of ITA services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

15. Governing Principles

ITA operates as an independent professional education and certification initiative.

Nothing within these Terms shall be interpreted as creating regulated financial service relationships or investment advisory relationships.

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