Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2025
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using the IREN platform operated by Porto Limited. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.
1 Acceptance of Terms
By creating an account, accessing, or using the IREN platform (including the web platform and IREN educational devices), you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2 Description of Services
IREN provides:
- IREN Educational Devices: Physical learning devices that are registered to a school and linked to teachers. Each device accesses educational content uploaded and managed by the assigned teacher, enabling students to engage with curriculum materials in an inclusive and hands-on way.
- School Management Platform: A web-based system for Headteachers and Teachers to manage students, curriculum, performance, and attendance.
- Teacher Content Portal: Teachers upload and organise educational content that is delivered directly to linked IREN devices used by students in their class.
- Parent Portal: A dedicated interface for parents to monitor their child's academic progress and communicate with schools.
- Subscription Plans: Monthly and yearly plans for schools and families to access IREN's platform and device services.
3 User Accounts and Responsibilities
Headteachers
Headteachers are responsible for managing their school's IREN account, adding teachers and students, and ensuring the platform is used in accordance with these terms and applicable school policies.
Teachers
Teachers are responsible for uploading and managing the educational content that is delivered to IREN devices linked to their account. They may access student data, create curriculum materials, and track student performance. All content uploaded must be appropriate, accurate, and used solely for educational purposes.
Parents
Parents register independently and are responsible for maintaining the security of their account credentials. Parents may view their child's progress and manage their family subscription.
4 Subscriptions and Payments
- Subscription fees are billed monthly or annually depending on the selected plan.
- All prices are displayed in USD and TZS. Porto Limited reserves the right to update pricing with 30 days' notice.
- Payments are processed securely. Porto Limited does not store full card details.
- Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled before the renewal date.
- Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. Contact iren@porto.africa for refund requests.
- Schools are onboarded manually — a Porto Limited representative will contact you after you express interest.
5 Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Share your account credentials with unauthorized persons.
- Use the platform to distribute harmful, illegal, or offensive content.
- Attempt to reverse-engineer, copy, or reproduce IREN software or devices.
- Use student data for any purpose other than education and school management.
- Interfere with the platform's security, performance, or availability.
6 Intellectual Property
All IREN software, content, designs, logos, device concepts, and educational platform components are the property of Porto Limited. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any part of the IREN platform or its associated materials without written permission.
7 Limitation of Liability
Porto Limited shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the IREN platform. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the service in the preceding 12 months.
8 Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms of Service. Users may close their account at any time by contacting our support team. Upon termination, your data will be retained for 30 days before deletion, unless required by law.
9 Changes to Terms
Porto Limited reserves the right to update these Terms of Service. We will notify users of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on the platform. Continued use of IREN after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
10 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania. Any disputes shall be resolved through the courts of Tanzania or through mutually agreed arbitration.