Terms and Conditions

The Authority Academy

Terms and Conditions

The Authority Academy

Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: 30/12/2025

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Good Marketing Club Ltd ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our website(s), products, and services.

By accessing our website or purchasing our products/services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Company Details: 15863257

  • Company Name: Good Marketing Club Ltd

  • Company Number: 15863257

  • Registered Address: 4 Blackburn Road, Accrington, England, BB5 1HD

  • Registered in: England and Wales

2. Products and Services

2.1 Our Offerings

We provide:

  • Digital training courses (7-Day Authority Course)

  • Live masterclasses and workshops

  • Group coaching programmes (The Authority Academy™)

  • One-to-one coaching services

  • Digital resources, templates, and materials

2.2 Eligibility

You must be:

  • At least 18 years old

  • Capable of entering into legally binding contracts

  • Using our services for lawful purposes

3. Purchases and Payment

3.1 Pricing

  • All prices are in GBP (£) unless otherwise stated

  • Prices include VAT where applicable

  • We reserve the right to change prices at any time

  • Price changes don't affect existing orders

3.2 Payment

  • Payment is required at the time of purchase

  • We accept payment via [Stripe/PayPal/other]

  • Payment plans may be available for certain programmes

  • Failed payments may result in suspension of access

3.3 Payment Plans

If you choose a payment plan:

  • You agree to the full payment schedule

  • Missed payments may result in loss of access

  • The full balance becomes due if you default

  • Refund policies still apply to amounts paid

4. No Refunds Policy

4.1 General Policy

All sales are final. We do not offer refunds, returns, or exchanges except where required by law.

4.2 Statutory Rights (Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013)

14-Day Cooling Off Period: You have a legal right to cancel within 14 days of purchase. HOWEVER:

  • Digital Content Waiver: By clicking "I agree" at checkout and accessing any digital content (courses, masterclasses, programme materials), you explicitly waive your right to the 14-day cooling-off period.

  • Before Access: If you purchase but do NOT access any content within 14 days, you may request a full refund.

  • After Access: Once you access any digital content, your purchase is final and non-refundable.

4.3 The Authority Academy™ and Coaching Programmes

  • All programme fees are non-refundable once you've accessed materials or attended a session

  • Payment plan balances remain due in full even if you discontinue participation

  • Missed sessions or lack of participation do not qualify for refunds

4.4 Technical Issues

If you experience technical issues preventing access:

  • Contact us immediately at [your email]

  • We'll resolve access issues within 48 hours

  • Technical issues on your end (internet, device compatibility) are not grounds for refund

4.5 Consumer Rights Act 2015

This policy doesn't affect your statutory rights. Our digital content must be:

  • As described

  • Fit for purpose

  • Of satisfactory quality

If content is defective or not as described, contact us within 30 days.

4.6 Exceptional Circumstances

Refunds may be considered at our sole discretion for extraordinary circumstances such as:

  • Serious illness with medical documentation

  • Death of purchaser

  • Significant service failure on our part

These are evaluated case-by-case with no guarantee of approval.

5. Access and Account

5.1 Account Creation

  • You're responsible for maintaining account security

  • Don't share login credentials

  • Notify us immediately of unauthorised access

5.2 Access Duration

  • Courses: Lifetime access unless otherwise stated

  • The Authority Academy™: Access for programme duration plus 4-months

  • Coaching: For duration of package/contract

5.3 We Reserve the Right To:

  • Suspend or terminate access for breach of terms

  • Modify or discontinue services with reasonable notice

  • Remove offensive or inappropriate content

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

All content, materials, trademarks, and intellectual property are owned by Good Marketing Club Ltd, including but not limited to:

  • The PACE™ Framework

  • Course materials and templates

  • Videos, graphics, and written content

  • The Authority Academy™ programme structure

6.2 Your License

You receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • Access and use materials for personal use

  • Implement teachings in your own business

6.3 Restrictions

You may NOT:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or sell our materials

  • Share login credentials or course access

  • Create derivative works without permission

  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices

  • Use materials to create competing products

6.4 Your Content

Content you submit (testimonials, case studies, questions) may be used by us for marketing with your permission.

7. Confidentiality

7.1 What's Confidential

  • Programme content and materials

  • Business strategies shared in coaching

  • Other participants' information (in group programmes)

7.2 Your Obligations

  • Keep confidential information private

  • Don't share recordings or materials from group sessions

  • Respect other participants' privacy

8. Results Disclaimer

8.1 No Guarantees

  • We don't guarantee specific results, revenue, or outcomes

  • Testimonials represent individual results, not typical outcomes

  • Your results depend on your effort, background, and market conditions

8.2 Your Responsibility

  • You're responsible for implementing what you learn

  • We provide education and guidance, not done-for-you services

  • Success requires consistent effort and action

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1 To the Maximum Extent Permitted by Law:

  • We're not liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the service

  • We're not liable for technical issues, downtime, or third-party services

9.2 We Don't Provide:

  • Legal, financial, or tax advice

  • Guarantees of business success

  • Personalized advice outside coaching sessions

10. Professional Advice

Our content is educational and should not replace:

  • Professional legal advice

  • Financial or tax advice

  • Mental health support

  • Industry-specific regulatory guidance

Always consult qualified professionals for your specific situation.

11. Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use our services to:

  • Violate laws or regulations

  • Infringe intellectual property rights

  • Harass, abuse, or harm others

  • Transmit malware or harmful code

  • Engage in fraudulent activity

  • Spam or send unsolicited communications

12. Community Guidelines (for Group Programmes)

Participants must:

  • Respect other members

  • Maintain confidentiality

  • Provide constructive feedback

  • Avoid self-promotion (unless invited)

  • Follow facilitator guidance

Violation may result in removal without refund.

13. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party sites or services:

  • We're not responsible for third-party content

  • Different terms and privacy policies apply

  • We don't endorse third-party offerings

14. Modifications to Services

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue services

  • Change programme curriculum or format

  • Update course content

  • Provide reasonable notice of significant changes

15. Force Majeure

We're not liable for failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our control, including:

  • Natural disasters

  • Government actions

  • Technical failures

  • Pandemics or health emergencies

16. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising from:

  • Your breach of these Terms

  • Your use of our services

  • Your violation of any rights of others

17. Dispute Resolution

17.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

17.2 Jurisdiction

Courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.

17.3 Informal Resolution

We encourage contacting us first to resolve disputes informally: Email: [your email]

17.4 Alternative Dispute Resolution

For consumer disputes, you may use:

  • Online Dispute Resolution platform: ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

  • Alternative dispute resolution services

18. Consumer Rights (UK)

Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights under UK law, including:

  • Consumer Rights Act 2015

  • Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013

Our digital content must be:

  • As described

  • Fit for purpose

  • Of satisfactory quality

19. Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Good Marketing Club Ltd.

21. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights to a successor or affiliated entity.

22. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right doesn't constitute a waiver of that right.

23. Updates to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. Significant changes will be communicated via:

  • Email notification

  • Prominent website notice

  • Updated "Last Updated" date