Terms of Use for LessonNotes.ng
Effective Date: Friday, 10th October 2025
Last Updated: Friday, 10th October 2025
1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to LessonNotes.ng (“we,” “our,” “us,” or the “Website”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“you,” “your,” or “user”) and LessonNotes.ng regarding your access to and use of our website at https://lessonnotes.ng and all related services, content, and functionality.
1.1 Agreement to Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using LessonNotes.ng, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Website.
1.2 Eligibility
Our Website is intended for use by:
- Students seeking educational resources for Nigerian curriculum
- Teachers and educators preparing lesson materials
- Parents supporting their children’s education
- Educational institutions and organisations
If you are under 18 years of age, you represent that you have obtained permission from your parent or legal guardian to use this Website.
1.3 Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated Terms on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
- Displaying a prominent notice on our Website
- Sending an email notification (if you have subscribed to our communications)
Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
2. Description of Services
2.1 Educational Content
LessonNotes.ng provides free access to educational lesson notes organised by:
- Class Levels: JSS1 through SSS3 (Junior Secondary School 1 to Senior Secondary School 3)
- Academic Terms: First Term, Second Term, Third Term
- Subjects: All subjects in the Nigerian secondary school curriculum
- Topics: Weekly lesson notes covering various topics within each subject
2.2 Website Features
Our Website offers the following features:
- Free Browsing: View and read lesson notes directly on our Website without registration
- Advanced Filtering: Filter lesson notes by class, term, and subject
- Search Functionality: Search for specific topics or lesson notes
- Content Organisation: Navigate through structured category and subcategory pages
- Download Options: Access premium downloadable lesson note packages through our partner, SyllabusNG
2.3 Third-Party Services
When you click on download CTA (Call-to-Action) buttons, you will be redirected to:
- SyllabusNG (https://syllabus.ng) for purchasing and downloading comprehensive lesson note packages
- Other partner websites offering premium educational resources
These third-party services operate independently and are governed by their own terms of use and privacy policies.
2.4 Advertisements
We display third-party advertisements on our Website to support our free educational content. These advertisements are provided by advertising networks and partners and are subject to their own terms and policies.
3. User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use
3.1 Lawful Use
You agree to use LessonNotes.ng only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:
- Violate any applicable local, national, or international laws or regulations
- Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others
- Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use of the Website
- Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair our servers or networks
3.2 Prohibited Activities
You must not:
- Copy or Reproduce: Systematically copy, reproduce, or redistribute large portions of our content without permission
- Scrape or Harvest: Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to extract data from our Website
- Reverse Engineer: Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of our Website
- Frame or Mirror: Frame, mirror, or replicate any part of our Website on another domain
- Commercial Exploitation: Use our content for commercial purposes without our written consent
- Impersonate: Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation
- Interfere: Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers or networks connected to the Website
- Spread Malware: Upload, transmit, or distribute viruses, malware, or other malicious code
- Spam: Send unsolicited or unauthorised advertising, promotional materials, or spam
- Harass: Harass, abuse, threaten, or intimidate other users or our staff
3.3 Educational Purpose
Our content is provided for educational purposes only. You agree to:
- Use lesson notes as study aids and teaching resources
- Not present our content as your own original work
- Provide proper attribution when referencing our materials in academic or professional contexts
- Respect copyright and intellectual property rights
3.4 User Conduct
When interacting with our Website or contacting us, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information
- Maintain the confidentiality of any account credentials (if applicable in future)
- Respect other users and our staff
- Report any violations of these Terms to info@syllabus.ng
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Our Content and Ownership
All content on LessonNotes.ng, including but not limited to:
- Lesson notes and educational materials
- Text, graphics, images, and illustrations
- Website design, layout, and structure
- Logos, trademarks, and branding elements
- Software, code, and databases
- Compilations and arrangements of content
is owned by or licensed to LessonNotes.ng and is protected by Nigerian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
4.2 Limited Licence
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to:
- Access and view lesson notes on our Website for personal, educational, and non-commercial use
- Print individual lesson notes for personal study or classroom teaching purposes
- Share links to our Website on social media platforms
This licence does not include the right to:
- Download, copy, or reproduce our content in bulk
- Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
- Use our content for commercial purposes
- Remove copyright notices or attribution
- Redistribute our content on other websites or platforms
4.3 Third-Party Content
Some content on our Website may be provided by third parties or reference third-party sources. We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users to do the same.
If you believe that any content on our Website infringes your copyright or intellectual property rights, please contact us at info@syllabus.ng with:
- A description of the copyrighted work or intellectual property
- The location (URL) of the infringing material on our Website
- Your contact information
- A statement of good faith belief that the use is unauthorised
- A statement that the information provided is accurate
4.4 User Submissions
If you submit any content to us (feedback, suggestions, comments, questions), you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and distribute such content for any purpose.
5. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
5.1 Educational Content Disclaimer
The lesson notes and educational content provided on LessonNotes.ng are for informational and educational purposes only. We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, but:
- No Guarantee of Accuracy: We do not warrant that our content is accurate, complete, current, or error-free
- Not Professional Advice: Our content does not constitute professional educational advice or formal curriculum
- Supplementary Resource: Lesson notes should be used as supplementary study materials alongside official textbooks and curriculum
- No Endorsement: We do not endorse specific teaching methods, educational theories, or examination strategies
5.2 “As Is” and “As Available” Basis
LessonNotes.ng is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties of non-infringement
- Warranties regarding availability, reliability, or security
- Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
5.3 Third-Party Services and Links
We are not responsible for:
- The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites (including SyllabusNG)
- Products or services offered by third parties
- Transactions between you and third-party vendors
- Third-party advertisements displayed on our Website
- Any loss or damage resulting from your interactions with third parties
When you click on external links or download CTAs, you leave our Website and are subject to the terms and policies of those third-party websites.
5.4 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, LessonNotes.ng, its owners, operators, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for:
- Indirect Damages: Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Loss of Data: Loss of data, revenue, profits, or opportunities
- Personal Injury: Personal injury or property damage arising from your use of the Website
- Reliance on Content: Any damages resulting from reliance on information provided on our Website
- Third-Party Actions: Actions or omissions of third parties, including advertisers and linked websites
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Website shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the past twelve months (if any) or ₦10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira), whichever is greater.
5.5 Technical Issues
We do not guarantee that:
- The Website will be available at all times or in all locations
- The Website will be free from viruses, bugs, or other harmful components
- Defects will be corrected promptly
- The Website will be compatible with all devices or browsers
You are responsible for implementing adequate security measures and maintaining backup copies of any data you access through our Website.
6. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless LessonNotes.ng, its owners, operators, employees, agents, partners, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses (including reasonable legal fees), arising out of or related to:
- Your use or misuse of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of third parties, including intellectual property rights
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Any content you submit or transmit through the Website
- Your interactions with third-party services or advertisers
This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination of your use of the Website.
7. User Privacy and Data Protection
7.1 Privacy Policy
Your use of LessonNotes.ng is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy at [link to Privacy Policy page] to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
7.2 Data Collection
By using our Website, you acknowledge and consent to:
- Collection of usage data and analytics through cookies and similar technologies
- Use of third-party services (Google Analytics, advertising networks, CRM tools)
- Processing of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy
7.3 Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Copyright and DMCA Compliance
8.1 Copyright Policy
LessonNotes.ng respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. We comply with the provisions of applicable copyright laws.
8.2 Copyright Infringement Claims
If you believe that content on our Website infringes your copyright, please provide the following information to info@syllabus.ng:
- Identification of copyrighted work: Description of the work you claim has been infringed
- Location of infringing material: URL or specific location on our Website
- Your contact information: Name, address, telephone number, and email address
- Good faith statement: A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorised
- Accuracy statement: A statement that the information in your notice is accurate
- Authority statement: A statement that you are authorised to act on behalf of the copyright owner
- Signature: Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorised representative
8.3 Counter-Notification
If you believe that content you posted was wrongly removed due to a copyright claim, you may submit a counter-notification with the required information to info@syllabus.ng.
8.4 Repeat Infringers
We reserve the right to terminate access for users who repeatedly infringe intellectual property rights.
9. Advertising and Sponsored Content
9.1 Third-Party Advertisements
LessonNotes.ng displays advertisements from third-party advertising networks to support our free educational content. These advertisements:
- Are provided by independent advertising partners
- May be personalised based on your browsing behaviour
- Are subject to the advertisers’ own terms and policies
- Do not constitute endorsement by LessonNotes.ng
9.2 Ad Placement
We reserve the right to:
- Place advertisements at various locations throughout the Website
- Modify the number, size, and placement of advertisements
- Select advertising partners and networks
- Accept or reject specific advertisements at our discretion
9.3 Advertiser Responsibility
We are not responsible for:
- The content, accuracy, or legality of advertisements
- Products or services offered by advertisers
- Transactions between you and advertisers
- Any loss or damage resulting from your interactions with advertisers
9.4 Sponsored Content
From time to time, we may feature sponsored content or partnerships with educational organisations. Such content will be clearly identified as sponsored or promotional material.
10. Termination and Suspension
10.1 Our Right to Terminate
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to:
- Suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, with or without notice
- Remove or disable access to any content that violates these Terms
- Take legal action against users who violate these Terms
- Cooperate with law enforcement authorities regarding illegal activities
10.2 Grounds for Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access if:
- You violate any provision of these Terms
- You engage in prohibited activities or misconduct
- We receive a valid legal order or request from authorities
- We decide to discontinue the Website or specific features
- Your conduct poses a security or legal risk
10.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to access and use the Website will immediately cease
- All licences granted to you under these Terms will terminate
- Provisions that by their nature should survive will remain in effect (including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification)
10.4 No Liability
We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any termination or suspension of access to the Website.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
11.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
11.2 Jurisdiction
You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be instituted in the courts of Nigeria, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts.
11.3 Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms:
- Informal Resolution: The parties shall first attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiations
- Mediation: If informal resolution fails, the parties may agree to submit the dispute to mediation
- Litigation: If mediation is unsuccessful or declined, either party may pursue litigation in the appropriate Nigerian courts
11.4 Class Action Waiver
To the extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.
12. Miscellaneous Provisions
12.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and LessonNotes.ng regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
12.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
12.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorised representative of LessonNotes.ng.
12.4 Assignment
You may not assign, transfer, or delegate your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.
12.5 No Partnership
Nothing in these Terms shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and LessonNotes.ng.
12.6 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labour disputes, internet service failures, or government actions.
12.7 Headings
The headings and section titles in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.
12.8 Language
These Terms are written in British English. In the event of any conflict between the English version and any translation, the English version shall prevail.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:
LessonNotes.ng
- Email: info@syllabus.ng
- Phone: +234 707 054 6767
- Website: https://lessonnotes.ng
For legal notices and formal communications, please send correspondence to the email address above with “Legal Notice – Terms of Use” in the subject line.
14. Acknowledgement and Acceptance
By using LessonNotes.ng, you acknowledge that:
- You have read and understood these Terms of Use
- You agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy
- You will use the Website in accordance with these Terms and applicable laws
- You understand the disclaimers and limitations of liability
- You accept the risks associated with using our Website and third-party services