Terms of Use

Terms of Service – Pathway360

Effective Date: June 19, 2026
Last Updated: September 25, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Pathway360 ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, you may not use the Service. Pathway360 reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time; changes are effective upon posting.

2. Service Description

Pathway360 is a cloud-based college planning platform that helps families:

  • Track students' college preparation journey (middle school through move-in)
  • Research colleges and compare financial data
  • Manage deadlines, milestones, and scholarships
  • Create student readiness profiles
  • Sync school calendars and set reminders
  • Access AI-powered college recommendations

3. User Accounts & Responsibilities

3.1 Account Registration

  • You must provide accurate, complete, and current information
  • You are responsible for maintaining password confidentiality
  • You are liable for all activities under your account
  • You agree to notify us immediately of unauthorized access

3.2 Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

  • Impersonate others or provide false information
  • Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
  • Upload malware, viruses, or illegal content
  • Attempt to breach security or access unauthorized data
  • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or reproduce the Service
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without authorization
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations

3.3 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, your access to the Service ends immediately.

4. Subscription & Payment

4.1 Subscription Pricing

Pathway360 offers one paid subscription:

Pathway360 Subscription: $19.99/year

The subscription provides access to Pathway360's paid features.

If a free trial is offered, the annual subscription begins after the free-trial period unless canceled before the trial ends.

Prices may change in the future. Any applicable price changes will be communicated as required.

4.2 Recurring Billing

The Pathway360 subscription renews automatically each year unless canceled.

Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current subscription period.

Users may manage or cancel their subscription through the applicable account or app-store subscription settings.

4.3 Payment Terms

Payments are processed through the applicable payment provider or app store.

By starting a paid subscription, the user authorizes the applicable payment provider to charge the annual subscription price.

Refund eligibility is governed by the applicable Refund Policy and payment-provider requirements.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our IP

All content, features, and functionality of Pathway360 (design, text, graphics, code, logos) are owned by Pathway360 or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

5.2 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you create (student profiles, notes, documents). By uploading to Pathway360, you grant us a non-exclusive license to store, display, and process your content to provide the Service.

5.3 Limited License

We grant you a personal, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to use Pathway360 for personal, non-commercial use only.

6. Disclaimers & Limitations

6.1 "As-Is" Service

Pathway360 is provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant that the Service will be error-free, uninterrupted, or secure.

6.2 No Professional Advice

Pathway360 provides informational tools, not legal, financial, or educational advice. Always consult with qualified professionals (college counselors, financial aid officers, attorneys) before making decisions.

6.3 Third-Party Data

College data, scholarship information, and school calendars are provided as-is. We do not guarantee accuracy or completeness. Always verify directly with institutions.

6.4 Google Calendar Integration

We access your Google Calendar via OAuth only with your explicit authorization. We are not responsible for Google's services or data policies.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Pathway360 and its officers, directors, and employees are not liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Costs related to substitute services
  • Even if advised of the possibility of such damages

Total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Pathway360 from any claims, damages, or costs arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your misuse of the Service
  • Your violation of applicable laws
  • Infringement claims related to content you upload

9. Data Privacy & Security

  • See our Privacy Policy for details on data collection and use
  • You are responsible for backing up important data
  • We are not liable for data loss, even due to our negligence
  • Data breaches will be disclosed in accordance with applicable law

10. Third-Party Services & Links

Pathway360 integrates with third-party services (Google, Stripe, college databases). We are not responsible for:

  • Their availability, functionality, or security
  • Changes to their terms or services
  • Your use of their services

Review their terms and privacy policies before use.

11. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of laws principles.

11.2 Dispute Resolution

  • Informal Resolution: Contact us first through the Contact/Support form available within Pathway360
  • Binding Arbitration: Most disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration (not court)
  • Exceptions: Small claims court, injunctive relief, and IP infringement claims are not subject to arbitration

11.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree not to participate in class action lawsuits against Pathway360.

12. Accessibility & Compliance

We are committed to making Pathway360 accessible. If you experience barriers, please reach out through the Contact/Support form available within Pathway360. We will work to provide accommodations in compliance with applicable accessibility laws.

13. Termination & Survival

13.1 Termination by You

You may close your account anytime in Account Settings. Data deletion follows our Privacy Policy.

13.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend/terminate access for Terms violations, with or without notice.

13.3 Survival

Sections regarding limitation of liability, indemnification, and governing law survive termination.

14. Contact & Support

For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms of Use, please use the Contact/Support form available within Pathway360.


15. Severability

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


Last updated: September 25, 2026