Terms of Service
1. Acceptance, Eligibility & Definitions
By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the WeeshWay mobile application (“App”), you (“User,” “you”) enter into a legally binding agreement with WeeshWay, a company registered in Finland (“Company,” “WeeshWay,” “we,” “us”). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.
Definitions. “Teacher” means an independent instructor who publishes classes on the Platform. “Student” means a User who books classes. “Class Price” means the price set by the Teacher for a class. “Booking Fee” means the per-spot platform fee charged at checkout. “Holding Period” means the 48 hours following the scheduled end time of a class. “Platform” means the WeeshWay App and associated services.
Eligibility. You must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering binding contracts. By using the App, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.
Minor Participants. If you book a class on behalf of a minor (under 18), you represent that you are the minor’s parent or legal guardian, that you have authority to bind the minor to these Terms, and that you assume full responsibility for the minor’s participation, safety, and conduct. The minor must be accompanied by you or another designated adult unless the Teacher’s class description explicitly permits unaccompanied minors.
2. Nature of the Platform
WeeshWay is a technology marketplace that connects independent dance Teachers with Students. WeeshWay is not a dance school, studio, employer, or agency.
Independent Contractor Status. Teachers are independent contractors and are not employees, agents, partners, or joint venturers of WeeshWay. WeeshWay does not control, direct, or supervise the content, method, quality, safety, or location of any class.
No Endorsement or Vetting. Listing on WeeshWay does not constitute an endorsement of any Teacher’s qualifications, experience, or fitness. WeeshWay does not conduct comprehensive background checks or verify professional credentials. You acknowledge that you use the Platform at your own risk and should exercise your own judgment when selecting a Teacher or class.
No Agency. WeeshWay acts solely as an intermediary facilitating transactions between Teachers and Students. WeeshWay is not a party to the contract for services between a Teacher and a Student.
3. Account Registration, Security & Conduct
Accurate Information. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to update such information promptly. WeeshWay reserves the right to suspend accounts with materially inaccurate information.
Account Security. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity occurring under your account. Notify WeeshWay immediately at contact@weeshway.com if you suspect unauthorized access.
Prohibited Conduct. You shall not: (a) circumvent the Platform by arranging off-platform payments or bookings with Users you met through WeeshWay; (b) harass, threaten, or discriminate against any User; (c) use the App for fraudulent, unlawful, or deceptive purposes; (d) scrape, data-mine, or reverse-engineer any part of the Platform; (e) impersonate another person or entity; or (f) post false reviews or manipulate ratings.
Enforcement. Violation of this Section may result in warning, suspension, or permanent termination of your account, at WeeshWay’s discretion. Termination for cause does not entitle you to a refund of any fees paid.
4. Payments, Fees & Financial Terms
Payment Processing. All financial transactions are processed by Stripe, Inc. By using payment features, you agree to the Stripe Connected Account Agreement and Stripe’s Terms of Service, in addition to these Terms. WeeshWay does not store your full payment card details.
Fee Structure. (a) Class Price: Set by the Teacher and displayed at the time of booking. (b) Booking Fee: A non-refundable per-spot platform fee collected at checkout, except as provided in the Cancellation & Refund Policy for Teacher-initiated cancellations. (c) WeeshWay Commission: 5% of the Class Price, deducted from the Teacher’s payout. WeeshWay reserves the right to modify fee amounts with 30 days’ advance notice.
Attendance Verification (QR Code). The App provides an optional QR code check-in feature for Teachers to verify Student attendance. Check-in is a convenience tool and does not constitute a condition precedent to payout processing.
48-Hour Holding Period. Following the scheduled end time of a class, a 48-hour Holding Period applies. During this period, either party may file a report through the App regarding any issue arising from the class, including non-attendance, safety concerns, or service quality. Reports not filed within the Holding Period shall not be eligible for review under these Terms.
Finality of Transactions. Upon expiration of the Holding Period, all transactions for which no report has been filed shall be deemed final and non-refundable. WeeshWay shall have no obligation to investigate or reverse any payment after the Holding Period has elapsed. This does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer under applicable law.
5. Teacher Compensation & Payouts
Payout Amount. Teachers receive 95% of the Class Price per confirmed booking (Class Price less the 5% WeeshWay commission).
Payout Timing. Payouts are initiated automatically upon expiration of the Holding Period, provided no report is pending against the applicable booking.
Report-Based Hold. If a Student files a report during the Holding Period, the payout for that booking is suspended pending review and resolution. Payouts for unaffected bookings proceed on the standard schedule.
Payout Finality. Upon processing, payouts are final and not subject to reversal through the Platform, except in cases of fraud or material error as determined by WeeshWay.
Tax Obligations. Teachers are solely responsible for reporting and paying all applicable taxes on income earned through the Platform. WeeshWay does not withhold taxes and does not provide tax advice.
6. Cancellations & Refunds
Cancellations, refunds, and related procedures are governed by the Cancellation & Refund Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference and available within the App.
7. Physical Activity — Assumption of Risk
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. Dance classes involve physical exertion and carry inherent risks of injury, including but not limited to muscle strains, sprains, fractures, and cardiovascular incidents. The nature and intensity of physical activity vary by class.
Assumption of Inherent Risk. By booking and attending a class through the Platform, you voluntarily acknowledge and assume all inherent risks associated with participation in dance instruction. This assumption of risk applies to you and, if applicable, to any minor for whom you have booked.
Medical Fitness. You represent and warrant that you (or the minor you represent) are in adequate physical health to participate in the booked class. If you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to participate safely, you are responsible for consulting a medical professional before attending.
Teacher Insurance. Teachers who offer classes through WeeshWay are encouraged to maintain appropriate liability insurance for physical instruction. WeeshWay does not verify or guarantee Teacher insurance coverage.
Limitation. This section does not waive any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law, including Finnish consumer protection law.
8. User-Generated Content
License Grant. By posting reviews, photographs, videos, or other content on the Platform, you grant WeeshWay a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content solely for the purposes of operating, promoting, and improving the Platform. This license continues for so long as the content remains on the Platform and for a reasonable period thereafter for archival or cached copies.
Content Responsibility. You represent that you have all necessary rights to the content you post, that it does not infringe any third-party rights, and that it is not defamatory, obscene, or otherwise unlawful. WeeshWay may remove content that violates these Terms at its discretion.
Right to Removal. You may request removal of your content by contacting contact@weeshway.com. WeeshWay will remove such content within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law or necessary for the resolution of pending disputes.
9. Intellectual Property
The WeeshWay name, logo, App design, software, and all associated intellectual property are owned by or licensed to WeeshWay. Nothing in these Terms grants you any right to use WeeshWay’s trademarks or proprietary materials beyond your personal use of the App.
10. Privacy & Data Protection
Your use of the Platform is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. WeeshWay processes personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Finnish data protection legislation. For inquiries regarding your data, contact contact@weeshway.com.
11. Disclaimers
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WEESHWAY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
WeeshWay does not warrant that the App will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components. WeeshWay does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content posted by Users or Teachers.
Note: These disclaimers do not affect mandatory consumer rights under EU or Finnish law that cannot be waived by contract.
12. Limitation of Liability
Liability Cap. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, WeeshWay’s total aggregate liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Platform shall not exceed the greater of: (a) the total fees you paid to WeeshWay (not to Teachers) in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or (b) USD 100.
Exclusion of Indirect Damages. WeeshWay shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits, lost data, or business interruption, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.
Statutory Rights Preserved. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for: (a) death or personal injury caused by WeeshWay’s negligence; (b) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or (c) any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable mandatory law. These limitations do not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.
13. Indemnification
To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless WeeshWay and its officers, directors, and employees from any third-party claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: (a) your breach of these Terms; (b) your interaction with other Users, including any injury, loss, or damage of any nature arising from classes booked through the Platform; (c) your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights; or (d) your User-generated content.
Note: This indemnification obligation does not apply to the extent it would be unenforceable under mandatory consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction.
14. Dispute Resolution
Informal Resolution. Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to contact WeeshWay at contact@weeshway.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for a period of thirty (30) days.
Mediation. If informal resolution is unsuccessful, either party may propose non-binding mediation before a mutually agreed mediator. Costs of mediation shall be shared equally unless otherwise agreed.
Jurisdiction. Any dispute that cannot be resolved through informal resolution or mediation shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Helsinki, Finland, without prejudice to any mandatory consumer protection forum that may be available to you under applicable law.
Consumer Rights. If you are a consumer in the EU, nothing in this Section deprives you of the protection of mandatory provisions of the law of your country of residence, nor of your right to bring proceedings in the courts of that country. You may also submit disputes to the European Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution platform at https://ec.europa.eu/odr.
15. EU Consumer Right of Withdrawal
If you are a consumer in the European Union, you have the right to withdraw from a distance contract within fourteen (14) days of its conclusion without giving any reason.
Exception for Services. By booking a class, you expressly request that the performance of the service begin before the expiration of the withdrawal period. You acknowledge that, once the class has been attended, you lose your right of withdrawal with respect to that booking. For cancellations before the class takes place, the Cancellation & Refund Policy applies.
16. Termination
By You. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting contact@weeshway.com or using the account deletion feature in the App. Termination does not relieve you of obligations for pending bookings.
By WeeshWay. WeeshWay may suspend or terminate your account immediately upon notice if you materially breach these Terms, engage in prohibited conduct, or pose a risk to other Users’ safety. For non-material breaches, WeeshWay will provide reasonable notice and an opportunity to cure before termination.
Effect of Termination. Upon termination: (a) your right to use the App ceases; (b) pending Teacher payouts will be processed in accordance with Section 5; (c) Students will receive refunds for future booked classes in accordance with the Cancellation & Refund Policy; (d) WeeshWay will delete your personal data in accordance with the Privacy Policy and applicable law, subject to any legal retention requirements.
17. Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform obligations under these Terms due to events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, government orders, acts of war, or widespread infrastructure failures. In the event a class cannot take place due to a force majeure event, affected Students shall receive a full refund.
18. Modifications to These Terms
WeeshWay reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via the App or by email at least thirty (30) days before they take effect. Your continued use of the App after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes acceptance. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the App and may terminate your account.
19. App Store Compliance
You acknowledge that these Terms are solely between you and WeeshWay, and not with Apple Inc. or Google LLC. Apple and Google have no obligation to provide maintenance, support, or warranty for the App. In the event of any failure of the App to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple/Google, and they may refund the purchase price (if any). To the maximum extent permitted by law, Apple and Google have no other warranty obligation with respect to the App.
20. General Provisions
Governing Law. These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Finland, without regard to conflict of law principles. If you are a consumer, this choice of law does not deprive you of the protection of mandatory provisions of the law of your country of residence.
Severability. If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.
Entire Agreement. These Terms, together with the Cancellation & Refund Policy, the Privacy Policy, and any supplemental Teacher Agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and WeeshWay regarding the Platform.
No Waiver. Failure by WeeshWay to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or the right to enforce it in the future.
Assignment. You may not assign your rights under these Terms. WeeshWay may assign its rights and obligations in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to you.
21. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Email: contact@weeshway.com