Last Updated:
Mar 1, 2025
Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: March 1, 2025
Out-of-School Time Essentials (OST Essentials)
Website: www.ostessentials.com
Email: admin@ostessentials.com
Address: 7850 White Lane Suite E-150, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone: (661) 665-8270
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the OST Essentials website or services, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, along with our Privacy Policy.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Updates take effect immediately upon posting. It is your responsibility to review them periodically.
2. Purpose and Scope of Services
OST Essentials offers resources and training for adults working with children and youth in non-traditional settings. Our services include:
Online content, tips, and best practices
Educational materials and toolkits
Workshops, training sessions, and webinars
Community and peer support opportunities
All services are provided “as-is” and may be changed or discontinued at any time.
3. User Responsibilities
By using our website or services, you agree to:
Use resources lawfully and responsibly
Respect all copyrights and intellectual property
Avoid misuse, reproduction, or distribution of materials without permission
Provide accurate information when engaging with us
Refrain from harassment or disruptive behavior
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations.
4. Right to Exclude Users
OST Essentials may deny or revoke access to any service, account, or resource at its sole discretion, without notice, for reasons including:
Violating these terms
Harmful or unlawful behavior
Misuse or misrepresentation of content or mission
Any other reason affecting the integrity or safety of our services
All decisions regarding exclusion are final.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content—including text, graphics, videos, and tools—is the exclusive property of OST Essentials.
You may:
Use materials for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes
Share content links with appropriate credit
You may not:
Copy, reproduce, or modify content without permission
Use materials for commercial purposes
Remove copyright or proprietary labels
Violations may result in legal action.
6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
No Guarantees: OST Essentials provides content for informational purposes only. No specific outcomes are guaranteed.
No Professional Advice: Content is not a substitute for professional, legal, medical, or psychological advice.
Limitation of Liability: We are not liable for any direct or indirect damages from using our website or services.
Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for external websites linked on our site.
7. Account Registration and Security
Some services may require account registration. You agree to:
Provide accurate and current information
Keep your login credentials secure
Notify us of any unauthorized access
We may suspend accounts for violations.
8. Payment and Refund Policy
Payments are processed through secure third-party providers.
Refunds are evaluated on a case-by-case basis based on the specific product or service.
For inquiries, contact: admin@ostessentials.com
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These terms are governed by the laws of [Insert State/Country].
Dispute resolution will follow this sequence:
Good Faith Negotiation
Mediation/Arbitration in [Insert Location]
Legal Action in [Insert Jurisdiction]
Users waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits.
10. Termination of Services
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of our website or services at any time without liability.
We may terminate services if:
A user violates these Terms
Harmful or disruptive behavior occurs
Operational changes are made
Termination does not waive prior obligations or liabilities.
11. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions:
Email: admin@ostessentials.com
Website: www.ostessentials.com
By continuing to use OST Essentials’ website and services, you acknowledge and accept these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for being part of our community and supporting positive outcomes for children and youth.
