Teachers Global Marketplace – Terms of Service

Last updated: February 2026

Welcome to Teachers Global Marketplace! Teachers Global Marketplace ("TGM", "we", "us", or "our") provides an open platform for educators and creators to discover, buy, sell, and share original teaching resources. By using our website, apps, or services (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms").

1. Membership

To use many aspects of our Services, you must be at least 18 years old. By registering for an account, you represent that you are eligible and your information is accurate. You are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure and for all activity under your account.

2. Account Types

  • Buyers: Individuals who purchase and download resources for personal, educational use. Buyers must provide accurate information and are responsible for their account activity.
  • Sellers: Individuals or entities who upload and sell resources, access sales data, and use seller tools. Sellers are subject to membership fees, payout rates, and must comply with our Seller Fees & Payout Rates Policy. Sellers retain intellectual property rights in their resources but must not infringe on others' rights. See our Copyright & Trademark Policy for details.
  • Organizations: Schools or entities purchasing and distributing resources to members. Organization accounts are managed by authorized representatives and must comply with all TGM policies.

3. Fees & Payments

You are responsible for paying any applicable fees and taxes. Sellers may be subject to membership fees and transaction fees. See our Seller Fees & Payout Rates Policy for details. TGM may update fees, payout rates, or features at any time. Changes will be notified to affected users.

4. Resource Licensing

When you purchase a resource, you receive a license for personal, educational use. Sellers retain intellectual property rights. You may not share, resell, or redistribute resources except as permitted by the license. Sellers must ensure their resources do not infringe on third-party copyrights or trademarks. See our Copyright & Trademark Policy for more information.

5. Intellectual Property

All site content, except for user-uploaded resources, is owned by TGM. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute site content for commercial purposes without permission. Sellers retain rights to their uploaded resources but must comply with our Copyright & Trademark Policy. TGM will respond to valid copyright and trademark infringement notices and may remove content or suspend accounts for violations.

6. Marketplace Participation Standards

All users are required to follow our Marketplace Participation Standards to help ensure a safe, respectful, and professional environment for educators and creators. Violations may result in content removal or account suspension at our discretion.

7. Payment, Earnings, & Refunds

All sales are final unless otherwise stated in our Refund Policy. Payouts are issued monthly via supported payment services. Sellers are responsible for any applicable taxes and fees. See our Seller Fees & Payout Rates Policy for details.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important. See our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect and use your information. By using TGM, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy and all incorporated policies.

9. Limitation of Liability

TGM is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties. TGM does not guarantee continuous access to resources or services and is not responsible for losses due to service interruptions, account closures, or content removal.

10. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved under the laws of Australia. By using our Services, you waive the right to participate in class actions. TGM may require binding arbitration for certain disputes. Please review this section carefully as it affects your legal rights.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be notified on the site or by email. Continued use after updates means you accept the revised Terms. Incorporated policies may also be updated periodically.

12. Contact

For questions, contact support@teachersglobalmarketplace.com. For copyright or trademark concerns, email copyright@teachersglobalmarketplace.com.