Last Updated: 06-12-2025
Effective Date: 06-12-2025

Acceptance of Terms

This Terms of Use Agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which you may use this website (the “Site”). This Site contains information related to the Kurdistan Accrediting Association for Education (“KAAE”, “we”, or “our”) in the form of text, graphics, reports, publications, and other materials (“Content”). 

By accessing, browsing, or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by this Agreement.  

KAAE reserves the right to amend this Agreement at any time by posting updated terms on the Site.

Use of Website Content

All Content on the Site, including text, images, logos, reports, publications, and other materials, is the intellectual property of KAAE or its licensors. 

You may view, download, and print Content solely for personal, non-commercial, informational purposes. 

You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, transmit, publicly display, or commercially exploit any Content without prior written permission from KAAE. 

User Conduct and Acceptable Use

By using this Site, you agree not to: 

  • Use the Site in violation of any laws or regulations. 
  • Send unauthorized advertisements, promotional materials, or spam. 
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to KAAE systems or disrupt the Site’s functionality or security. 
  • Impersonate any individual or institution or misrepresent your affiliation. 

No Warranty and Limitation of Liability

The Site and all Content are provided “as is.” KAAE makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the Site or its Content. 

KAAE is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its Content. 

External links, when included, are provided for convenience only. KAAE does not endorse and is not responsible for the accuracy, security, or content of any third-party websites. 

Intellectual Property Rights

KAAE owns or controls all intellectual property rights related to the Site and its Content unless otherwise stated. Unauthorized use of these rights is prohibited. 

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use and any disputes arising in connection with them are governed by the laws of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (or applicable Iraqi law). The competent courts of the Region shall have exclusive jurisdiction over such disputes. 

Amendments

KAAE may revise these Terms of Use at any time. Updates will be reflected in the “Last Updated” date at the top of this document. Continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. 

Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact: 

Email: info@kaae.org 

How Your Information May Be Used

KAAE may use information collected through this Site to: 

  • Provide updates or communications 
  • Respond to inquiries 
  • Process employment applications 
  • Support accreditation related communications 
  • Monitor website usage and improve functionality 

KAAE may also share aggregated data that does not personally identify users. 

Email Privacy

KAAE does not sell or rent email addresses to external parties. All personal information is handled in accordance with KAAE’s Privacy Policy. 

External Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. These sites are not operated or controlled by KAAE. We are not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices. You access external links at your own risk. 

Modifications to the Privacy Policy

KAAE may amend its Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on the Site. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted indicates acceptance of the revised policy.