General terms & conditions
Last updated: 29/01/2026
1. Introduction
These General Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website www.takumifinch.com (“Website”) and the services provided by Institut Takumi Finch.
By accessing or using our Website, creating an account, or enrolling in our courses, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.
2. About Us
Institut Takumi Finch
Société à responsabilité limitée (SARL)
Share capital: €5,000
Registered office: 30 avenue de Moutille, 33360 Cénac, France
Registered with the Bordeaux Trade and Companies Register under number 832 632 269
VAT: Exempt for training activities (Art. 261.4.4 a of the French General Tax Code)
Email: admin@takumifinch.com
3. Definitions
- “User”: Any person who accesses or uses the Website
- “Member”: A User who has created an account on the Website
- “Course”: Any online training programme or educational content provided through the Website
- “Specialist”: A professional listed in the Specialist Directory
- “Specialist Directory”: The searchable directory of certified practitioners on the Website
4. Account Registration
4.1 Creating an Account
To access certain features of the Website, including courses and the Specialist Directory, you must create an account. When registering, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
- Keep your password confidential and secure
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account
4.2 Account Responsibility
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. Institut Takumi Finch is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account credentials.
4.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:
- Violate these Terms
- Provide false or misleading information
- Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
- Have not accessed your account for more than 24 months
You may request to close your account at any time by contacting us at admin@takumifinch.com.
5. Online Courses
5.1 Course Access
When you enrol in a course, you are granted a personal, non-transferable licence to access the course content for your own educational purposes. This licence does not include the right to:
- Share your account or login credentials with others
- Download, copy, or redistribute course materials
- Use course content for commercial purposes
- Record, screenshot, or capture course videos or materials
5.2 Course Availability
We strive to ensure courses are available at all times. However, we may occasionally need to:
- Update or modify course content
- Temporarily suspend access for maintenance
- Discontinue a course with reasonable notice
5.3 Course Completion
Course completion and any associated certificates are subject to:
- Completing all required lessons and assessments
- Meeting any minimum score requirements
- Complying with these Terms throughout the course
5.4 No Professional Advice
Course content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional medical, therapeutic, or legal advice. You should always consult qualified professionals for specific advice related to your practice.
6. Specialist Directory
6.1 Eligibility
To be listed in the Specialist Directory, you must:
- Have completed the required training with Institut Takumi Finch
- Hold valid professional qualifications and insurance as required by law
- Agree to the Specialist Directory Terms
6.2 Listing Information
As a listed Specialist, you are responsible for:
- Ensuring all information in your listing is accurate and current
- Updating your listing promptly if your circumstances change
- Maintaining appropriate professional insurance and qualifications
6.3 Removal from Directory
We may remove your listing from the Directory if:
- You request removal
- Your information is found to be inaccurate or misleading
- You no longer meet the eligibility requirements
- You breach these Terms or bring the Institute into disrepute
6.4 No Endorsement
Inclusion in the Specialist Directory does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee by Institut Takumi Finch. Users of the Directory are responsible for conducting their own due diligence when selecting a practitioner.
7. Intellectual Property
7.1 Our Content
All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, course materials, and software, is the exclusive property of Institut Takumi Finch or its licensors and is protected by French and international intellectual property laws.
7.2 Limited Licence
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Website and its content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
7.3 Restrictions
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any content without our written permission
- Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
- Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without authorisation
- Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from our content
7.4 User Content
If you submit any content to the Website (such as comments, reviews, or directory information), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with our services.
8. Acceptable Use
When using our Website, you agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe upon the rights of others
- Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
- Use automated tools to scrape or collect data from the Website
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Post false, misleading, or defamatory content
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of content
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on the Website.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Institut Takumi Finch shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
- Damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Website
- Damages resulting from unauthorised access to your account
- Any issues arising from the use of internet networks, including data loss, intrusion, viruses, or service interruptions
Our total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us in the twelve months preceding the claim.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Institut Takumi Finch, its directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of a third party
- Any content you submit to the Website
12. Data Protection
We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable French data protection laws.
For full details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
13. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content or practices of any third-party websites.
14. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:
- We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page
- For significant changes, we will notify registered Members by email
- Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms
We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Institut Takumi Finch regarding your use of the Website.
17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of France.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Bordeaux, France.
18. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Email: admin@takumifinch.com
Post:
Institut Takumi Finch
30 avenue de Moutille
33360 Cénac
France