Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to 86 Connect. By accessing or using our website at the86connects.com and our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and 86 Connect (“we”, “us”, or “our”).

2. Description of Services

86 Connect provides consulting and facilitation services including:

• Study in China: Scholarship application assistance, university admissions support, and study abroad guidance for international students.
• Product Sourcing: Supplier identification, procurement assistance, and logistics support for businesses sourcing products from China.

We act as a facilitator and consultant. We are not the final decision-maker for university admissions, scholarship awards, or supplier agreements.

3. Eligibility

To use our services, you must:

• Be at least 16 years of age or have parental consent
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• Provide accurate and complete information
• Not be prohibited from using our services under applicable law

4. User Accounts

For account access to track your submissions, you may register with your email. You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized access
• Ensuring your account information is accurate

5. User Obligations

You agree not to:

• Use our services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information in inquiry forms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, accounts, or data
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to extract data without permission
• Reproduce, duplicate, or resell our content without written permission
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code

6. Inquiries and Service Process

6.1 Submission of Inquiries

When you submit an inquiry through our forms, you authorize us to process the provided information to deliver our services. You are responsible for the accuracy of all submitted information.

6.2 Service Delivery

We will use reasonable efforts to facilitate your inquiry with relevant universities, suppliers, or service providers. However, we do not guarantee:

• Admission to any specific university or program
• Approval of any scholarship application
• Successful sourcing of specific products or suppliers
• Specific pricing, timelines, or terms from third parties

6.3 Communication

By submitting an inquiry, you consent to receive communications from us regarding your request via email, phone, or other channels. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.

7. Fees and Payment

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, our initial consultation and inquiry review are provided at no cost. Additional services may be subject to fees, which will be communicated and agreed upon before work begins.

For paid services:

• Fees are quoted in USD unless otherwise specified
• Payment terms will be outlined in a separate agreement
• Refunds, if applicable, are subject to the terms of that agreement
• You are responsible for any applicable taxes

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Content

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of 86 Connect or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 Permitted Use

You may view and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. Any other use, including reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication, requires our prior written consent.

8.3 User Content

By submitting information through our forms, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your information for the purpose of providing our services and processing your inquiry.

9. Third-Party Services

Our services may involve third parties, including:

• Chinese universities and educational institutions
• Manufacturers, suppliers, and logistics providers
• Government agencies for visas and documentation
• Hosting and analytics service providers

We are not responsible for the actions, omissions, or performance of these third parties. Any agreement with a third party is between you and that party.

10. Disclaimers

Our website and services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of intellectual property
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• That defects will be corrected

You use our website and services at your own risk.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, 86 Connect and its affiliates, officers, employees, agents, and partners shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Delays or failures in service delivery caused by third parties
• Damages arising from your use of or inability to use our services
• Outcomes of university applications, scholarship decisions, or supplier transactions

Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid us for services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless 86 Connect and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of our website or services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights or applicable law
• Information you submit to us or third parties

13. Privacy

Our handling of your personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

14. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, with or without cause or notice, including if we believe you have violated these Terms.

Upon termination, all licenses and rights granted to you will cease immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination (including intellectual property, disclaimers, liability, and indemnification) will remain in effect.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People’s Republic of China, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any dispute arising from these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, the dispute shall be submitted to arbitration in Beijing, China, in accordance with the rules of the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC).

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of our services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and 86 Connect regarding your use of our website and services, superseding any prior agreements.

19. Contact Information

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

• Email: beijingbridgepath@gmail.com
• Phone: +86 176 1153 3296