Welcome – Let’s Get Rolling
We’re excited you’re here! The Reel Genius platform (“Platform”) consists of the websites reelgenius.com and app.reelgenius.com, and is operated by Legacy Plus Foundation (“Provider”, “us”, “we”), a 501(c)(3) public charity. Reel Genius is a non-profit educational platform that seeks to provide accessible and inspiring education to young people — using the power of cinematic storytelling to make subjects such as Civics, Social Emotional Learning, Wellbeing and more relevant, engaging, and memorable, while empowering educators to spark curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. The goal is to give students and educators high-quality and helpful learning materials in a supportive and innovative environment.
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) are here to:
Our hope is that you’ll read through these Terms, understand them, and feel confident knowing that we’re here to make your learning experience supportive and inspiring. By using the Platform, you (“User” or “you”) agree to follow the Terms. If you don’t agree, you may not use the Platform.
1. Preamble – Our Mission
The Provider is a nonprofit organization, recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. Its primary focus is on helping individuals and institutions define and pursue a living legacy by aligning personal or organizational purpose with meaningful, measurable actions that create enduring impact. As part of this mission, Reel Genius is dedicated to empowering educators to spark curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. The Platform exists to provide students and educators with a supportive and inspiring online environment for exploring innovative, curriculum-aligned educational content.
We aim to provide a space where students can learn important lessons; where educators can track student progress; and where all Users can engage with high-quality, innovative educational content.
2. Acceptance of These Terms
By creating an account, logging in, accessing, or using the Platform in any way, the User enters into a legally binding contract with the Provider, agreeing to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, any additional guidelines posted within the Platform, and any applicable third-party terms for integrated services. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Platform. You agree that we may send you communications relating to your account or use of the Platform, consistent with our Privacy Policy.
3. Eligibility & Age Restrictions
If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you must have your parent or guardian review and accept these Terms on your behalf before you may access the Platform. By creating an account, you represent and warrant that your parent or guardian has reviewed and accepted these Terms on your behalf. The Platform is not intended for and may not be used by individuals under the age of thirteen (13). The Provider reserves the right to require proof of consent, age, or identity at any time and may suspend or terminate access if such proof is not provided or is determined to be inaccurate or otherwise unacceptable.
We comply fully with applicable laws regarding the protection of personal information in the United States and equivalent data protection laws in other jurisdictions. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under thirteen (13). If we become aware that a child under this age has provided personal information, we will delete that information promptly and take steps to terminate the account.
Users are also responsible for obtaining and providing proof of parent/guardian consent when required by laws in their country or region. For example, if you are under sixteen (16) and located in the European Union, you may be subject to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements for parental consent (which may vary depending on the member state). If you do not have the requisite permission required by such laws, or do not provide proof acceptable to Provider when prompted by the Platform or Provider, you cannot use the Platform.
4. Privacy
Your interaction with the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. The Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information about Users, and it is important that you read and understand it before using the Platform. For example, we may use contact information you provide (email, phone number) for reasons related to engagement in the Platform and its related programming.
The Provider may share User data with trusted third parties, including service providers such as cloud storage providers, analytics companies, and AI technology partners, only as necessary to operate and improve the Platform, comply with legal requirements, or protect our rights. If you access the Platform from outside the United States, you understand and agree that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers are located, which may have different data protection laws than your home country.
5. Member Account, Password, and Security
When you register for an account, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information. The Platform supports two primary account types: Student Accounts, which may be created through direct invitation from an educator or independently via the Platform, and Educator Accounts, which may be created through direct invitation from Reel Genius or independently via the Platform and vetted/approved by the Provider.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account login credentials, including your password. You must not share your credentials with any other person or allow anyone else to access the Platform using your account. You agree to immediately notify the Provider if you suspect or become aware of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. The Provider will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account information.
We reserve the right to at any time, without notice, suspend or terminate accounts that appear to be misused, compromised, or created with false information, or which may otherwise impede or interfere with the lawful operation of the Platform as intended. For example, if an Educator were to share their login credentials with Students instead of inviting them to create separate accounts, this would be a breach of these Terms, and the User account subject to action.
6. Privacy & Data Shared with Educators
When a Student User is linked to an educator through the Platform, that educator will have access to certain personal and activity information about the Student. This may include the Student’s full name, account profile details, assignment submissions, quiz responses, scores, course progress, engagement metrics (such as completion rates and time spent on lessons), and last login dates.
This information is provided solely for the purpose of enabling the educator to monitor, evaluate, and support the Student’s learning. It may not be used for any non-educational purpose or shared outside the context of the course or program without the Student’s consent (or, for minors, the consent of a parent or guardian). Students will not have access to other Students’ personal or activity data except in specifically authorized by the Student User (e.g. collaborative or group assignments where sharing is necessary for the activity).
7. Third-Party Licensed Content
The Platform includes certain materials that are owned by third-party rights holders and made available to Users under license (“Licensed Content”). Licensed Content may include, without limitation, excerpts of television programs, excerpts of films, other video excerpts, audio recordings, text-based learning materials, quizzes, assessments, interactive simulations, graphics, and images. These materials are provided for educational use solely within the Platform and are subject to strict usage restrictions imposed by the rights holders.
Except as expressly permitted within the Platform’s normal functionality, you may not download, reproduce, redistribute, publicly display, publish, broadcast, adapt, modify, sell, or otherwise exploit Licensed Content for any purpose. Any attempt to circumvent technological protection measures — for example, by screen recording videos or extracting embedded content — constitutes a violation of these Terms and may result in the immediate suspension or termination of your account, as well as potential legal action.
The Provider does not grant you any ownership rights in Licensed Content. All rights not expressly granted to you under these Terms are reserved by the applicable rights holders. If your access to Licensed Content is revoked for any reason (for example, if the licensing agreement between the Provider and the rights holder expires), you agree to immediately cease all use of that content.
8. Intellectual Property in Service Content, Software, and Trademarks
All materials made available through the Platform — including but not limited to text, images, video, audio, software code, user interfaces, visual design elements, documentation, and any AI-generated educational responses — are either owned by the Provider or used under license from third parties. This body of work, together with the underlying software and infrastructure, constitutes the “Service Content.” The Service Content is protected by copyright, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws in the United States and internationally.
The Provider grants you a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service Content through the Platform for your own educational purposes as facilitated strictly by the Platform. This license does not grant you the right to reproduce, modify, distribute, or publicly display Service Content outside the Platform’s intended use, nor does it allow you to use our trademarks, logos, or brand elements without our prior written consent.
Any unauthorized use of the Service Content may violate intellectual property laws and could result in legal liability. By using the Platform, you agree to respect all copyright notices, trademark designations, and proprietary rights displayed within the Platform, and you will not attempt to remove, obscure, or alter any such notices or markings.
9. AI Features
The Platform incorporates artificial intelligence tools, including a chat-based educational assistant powered by an independent third-party provider (“AI Tool Provider”). These AI features are intended to support learning by providing general explanations, answering questions, and offering study guidance; however, AI responses are automatically generated and may contain errors, omissions, or outdated, or other unintended information. The Provider reserves the right to modify, restrict, suspend, or discontinue access to the AI features at any time without notice, for any reason, including technical, legal, or operational considerations. The Provider makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or suitability of the AI features, and any reliance you place on information provided by the AI features is strictly at your own risk.
You acknowledge and agree that the AI features are not a substitute for human instruction and should not be relied upon as the sole or definitive source of information for any academic, professional, or personal decision-making. The Provider expressly disclaims all responsibility and liability for any reliance on, or use of, AI-generated responses.
You agree that you may not use the AI features to: (i) engage in any conduct prohibited by the User Conduct section below or (ii) seek and/or rely on professional advice (e.g. medical, financial, or legal advice).
In addition, in order to use the AI features the AI Tool Provider may require processing your input (such as questions or prompts) through its systems. You should not submit personal, confidential, or sensitive information to the AI Tool Provider, as the Platforms’ Provider cannot guarantee that such data will not be retained or otherwise used by the AI Tool Provider. Your use of the AI features constitutes acceptance of any third-party terms of service of the AI Tool Provider governing their use, as may be posted within the Platform.
By using the AI Tool, you agree that the Provider, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, licensors, and agents shall not be liable for any claims, damages, losses, or injuries arising out of or in connection with your use of the AI Tool.
In summary, the AI Tool is a supportive learning aid and not a guarantee of correct, safe, or appropriate content. Your use of the AI Tool constitutes an acknowledgment of its limitations and an agreement that the Provider is not and will not be responsible from any claims arising from the User’s interaction with it.
10. User Conduct
You agree to use the Platform in a manner that is lawful, respectful, and consistent with its educational mission. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:
The Provider also prohibits academic misconduct. This includes, but is not limited to, submitting AI-generated responses as your own work without disclosure, plagiarizing, falsifying information, or cheating on assessments. If you are found to have engaged in academic misconduct, your account may be suspended or terminated, and relevant institutions or educators may be notified.
We reserve the right to investigate suspected violations of this section and to take any action we deem appropriate, including reporting unlawful conduct to law enforcement authorities.
11. User Content Transmitted Through the Services
You retain ownership of any materials, submissions, or content you upload or transmit through the Platform (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you grant the Provider a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, sublicensable license to store, reproduce, adapt, display, and distribute such content solely for the purpose of operating, maintaining, and improving the Platform, or as otherwise required by law.
You represent and warrant that you have the necessary rights and permissions to submit your User Content and that your User Content does not violate any applicable laws or infringe the rights of any third party. You are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and appropriateness of your User Content.
The Provider reserves the right (but is not obligated) to remove, block, or disable access to any User Content that, in our sole judgment, violates these Terms or applicable law. Removal of content does not relieve you of your responsibility for any consequences arising from your User Content.
12. Copyright Complaints (DMCA)
The Provider respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects Users to do the same. If you believe that any content on the Platform infringes your copyright, you may submit a notification to our Designated DMCA Agent that complies with the requirements of the U.S. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Your notice must include:
Notices should be sent to: DMCA Agent – Reel Genius, 6500 Main St, Suite 5, Williamsville, NY 14221
We may remove allegedly infringing material without prior notice to the User who posted it. Repeat infringers may have their accounts terminated.
13. Third-Party Websites
The Platform may contain links to, or embed functionality from, websites, applications, or services operated by third parties (“Third-Party Services”). These links are provided solely for convenience and do not constitute an endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by the Provider of the third-party operator or the content, products, or services they provide.
We do not control and are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, legality, or quality of Third-Party Services, nor do we monitor or review their content. Your interactions with Third-Party Services, including any transactions you may enter into, are solely between you and the applicable third party. You acknowledge and agree that the Provider is not liable for any loss or damage you may incur as a result of your use of Third-Party Services.
If you access a Third-Party Service from the Platform, you do so at your own risk and you are solely responsible for reviewing and complying with any terms and privacy policies applicable to such service.
14. Modifications to the Terms
The Provider reserves the right to update, revise, or otherwise modify these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion, to reflect changes in the Platform’s features, applicable laws, or operational needs. If we make material changes to these Terms, we will provide notice to you by posting the updated version on the Platform and/or sending you an email to the address associated with your account.
Unless otherwise stated in the updated Terms, the modifications will become effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of the updated Terms constitutes your acceptance of the modifications. If you do not agree with the updated Terms, you must discontinue use of the Platform and, if applicable, close your account.
15. Modifications to the Services
We are continuously improving and evolving the Platform, which means we may add, modify, or remove features, content, or functionality at any time, without notice. We may also temporarily or permanently discontinue certain aspects of the Platform, including Licensed Content, in whole or in part.
In some cases, changes may be necessary due to the expiration or termination of licensing agreements with content providers, the introduction of new technologies, compliance with legal or regulatory requirements, or operational considerations. You acknowledge and agree that the Provider is not liable to you or to any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of any part of the Platform or for the loss of access to any content, including Licensed Content, that may result.
16. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform, with or without notice, if we determine in our sole discretion that you have violated these Terms, misused Licensed Content, engaged in prohibited conduct, or otherwise acted in a manner that is harmful to other Users, the Provider, or third-party rights holders. We may also terminate or restrict access if required to do so by law, by a government authority, or as necessary to protect the security and integrity of the Platform.
Upon termination, your right to use the Platform will immediately cease, and any licenses granted to you under these Terms will be revoked. We may delete your account and all related data, although we reserve the right to retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Termination will not limit any rights or remedies available to the Provider under these Terms, at law, or in equity.
You may terminate your account at any time by following the account closure instructions within the Platform or by contacting us directly. Upon termination by you, any ongoing obligations or liabilities you have to the Provider will survive.
17. The Platform Is Provided “AS IS”
You understand and agree that your use of the Platform is at your sole risk and that the Platform is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Provider and its affiliates, officers, employees, licensors, and agents expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
The Provider makes no warranty that the Platform will meet your requirements, be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or quality of any content, including AI-generated responses or Licensed Content, made available through the Platform.
Because some jurisdictions do not allow certain exclusions of warranties, some of the above exclusions may not apply to you, but will apply to the fullest extent permitted by law.
18. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Provider, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, agents, and partner organizations (including without limitation Legacy Plus Foundation Canada and Reel Genuis Education Inc.) (“Provider Parties”), shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses, even if any of the Provider Parties have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Without limiting the foregoing, the Provider Parties’ total liability to you for all claims arising out of or related to these Terms or the Platform, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall not exceed the greater of fifty U.S. dollars ($50) or the amount you paid to the Provider Parties in relation to use of the Platform, if any, in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the liability.
Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations of liability for personal injury, death, or certain damages, these limitations may not apply to you in such cases. In those cases, the limitations will apply to the fullest extent permitted by law.
19. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Provider Parties from and against any claims, actions, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with: (a) your use of the Platform; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your violation of any rights of another person or entity; or (d) your User Content.
This obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Platform. The Provider Parties reserve the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with the Provider Parties in asserting any available defenses.
20. Binding Arbitration
By agreeing to these Terms, you agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy of any kind arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Platform, or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof (collectively, a “Dispute”), shall first be addressed through good-faith discussions between you and the Provider, with both parties committing to work toward a reasonable and mutually satisfactory resolution. If the parties are unable to resolve the Dispute within thirty (30) days from the date one party notifies the other of the issue in writing, the Dispute shall be referred to and finally resolved by binding arbitration as the sole and exclusive means of dispute resolution.
The arbitration shall be conducted in the Province of Ontario, Canada, and administered in accordance with the Arbitration Act, 1991 (Ontario), or any successor legislation then in force, and the rules of procedure of the ADR Institute of Canada, Inc. (“ADRIC”) or such other arbitral rules as the parties may mutually agree in writing. The arbitration shall be conducted in the English language before a single arbitrator jointly chosen by the parties, or, if the parties cannot agree, appointed in accordance with the ADRIC rules. The arbitrator shall have the authority to grant any remedy or relief that a court of competent jurisdiction in Ontario could order or grant, including injunctive relief and specific performance, but shall have no authority to award punitive or exemplary damages.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the arbitrator may not consolidate claims of multiple parties, nor preside over any form of a class or representative proceeding. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties, and judgment upon the award may be entered and enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction in Ontario.
21. International Access
The Platform is not intended for use in Mainland China, or any country or jurisdiction where its use would be contrary to applicable laws or regulations. If you access the Platform from a country outside the United States or Canada, you consent to the transfer of your personal data to the United States or Canada and acknowledge that U.S. laws may not provide the same level of protection for personal data as those in your home country.
22. General
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Provider concerning the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether electronic, oral, or written.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable for any reason, that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. The failure of the Provider to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
These Terms and any related Disputes are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario (Canada) and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
23. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms or the Platform, please contact us at the coordinates provided on the Platform’s webpage, available here.
By using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.