Terms of Service

Terms and conditions for using our service

Introduction

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the English speaking proficiency testing services ("Service") provided by ii5 ("we," "us," or "our"). Please read these Terms carefully before using our Service.

Last Updated: 9/5/2025

Service Description

Services Provided

  • • English speaking proficiency tests (5 levels)
  • • Immediate test results and feedback
  • • Digital certificate issuance
  • • Detailed assessment reports

Important Notice

Our Service focuses exclusively on English speaking proficiency assessment and does not include evaluation of other language skills (reading, writing, listening).

User Responsibilities

Account Management

  • • Provide accurate information
  • • Maintain password security
  • • Keep account information current
  • • Prevent unauthorized use

Test Conduct

  • • Take tests personally
  • • No cheating or fraud
  • • Test in appropriate environment
  • • Verify technical requirements

Prohibited Activities

  • • Proxy testing by others
  • • Unauthorized system access
  • • Copying or distributing test content
  • • Commercial misuse

Compliance

  • • Follow applicable laws
  • • Adhere to Terms of Service
  • • Accept Privacy Policy
  • • Respect public order

Test Policies

Test Administration

Test Conditions:

  • • Quiet testing environment
  • • Stable internet connection
  • • Device with microphone
  • • Identity verification

Test Duration:

  • • Levels 1-2: Approximately 15 minutes
  • • Levels 3-4: Approximately 20 minutes
  • • Level 5: Approximately 25 minutes
  • • Must complete within time limit

Evaluation Criteria

Evaluation Areas: Fluency, Pronunciation, Vocabulary Usage, Grammar Accuracy, Communication Skills

Assessment combines automated AI systems with expert verification.

Retake Policy

Retake Interval: You may retake the same level after 72 hours.

Fee: Standard fees apply for retakes.

Payment Terms

Payment Methods

  • • Credit cards
  • • Debit cards
  • • Convenience store payment
  • • Other Stripe-supported methods

Pricing Structure

  • • Level-based pricing
  • • Tax-inclusive display
  • • Finalized upon payment
  • • No exchange rate impact

Refund Policy

  • • Before test start: Full refund available
  • • After test start: Generally non-refundable
  • • Technical issues: Case-by-case basis
  • • Refund period: Within 7 business days

Payment Security

  • • Secure processing by Stripe
  • • PCI DSS compliant
  • • SSL encryption
  • • Fraud detection systems

Intellectual Property

Our Rights

All content related to our Service (test questions, evaluation systems, algorithms, designs, etc.) is the intellectual property of our company or our licensors.

User Restrictions

  • • No copying test content
  • • No commercial use
  • • No reverse engineering
  • • No third-party transfer

Permitted Use

  • • Personal learning purposes
  • • Sharing results (certificates)
  • • Non-commercial reference
  • • Terms-compliant use

Limitation of Liability

Disclaimer

Our Service is provided "as is" without express or implied warranties. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose of test results.

Liability Limits

  • • Direct damages: Up to fees paid
  • • Indirect damages: Not liable
  • • Lost opportunities: Not covered
  • • Emotional damages: Not covered

Technical Limitations

  • • System failure interruptions
  • • Internet connection issues
  • • Device compatibility issues
  • • Third-party service impacts

Service Availability

Service Hours

  • • Available 24/7
  • • Except during maintenance
  • • Advance maintenance notice
  • • Emergency maintenance possible

Support System

  • • Business hours support
  • • Email and phone support
  • • Priority technical assistance
  • • Multilingual support (Japanese/English)

Termination

User Termination

You may delete your account and terminate use of the Service at any time. Unused test credits will not be refunded upon termination.

Company Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or delete your account without prior notice if you violate these Terms.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

Governing Law: These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with Japanese law.

Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Tokyo District Court.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or our Service, please contact us:

Email: info@skillyah.com

Business Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (JST)

We will respond to inquiries within 2-3 business days

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms to reflect changes in legal requirements or service improvements. We will notify you of significant changes at least 30 days in advance via email or website notice.

Continued Consent: Your continued use of our Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Last Updated: 9/5/2025