IM Junta Ikeda

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Terms and conditions

Last updated: 19 July 2026

1. AcceptanceThese Terms & Conditions (Terms) apply to your use of juntaikeda.com and any purchase of our services and digital products.By accessing the website, booking a coaching session or purchasing a digital product, you agree to these Terms.2. DefinitionsWe/us/our means Junta Ikeda.You/your means the person using the website or purchasing services or products.Services means online chess coaching and related support.Digital Products means digital courses, PDFs, downloads, PGNs, personalised video reviews and other digital items we sell or provide.Booking Confirmation means the confirmation message and booking details provided via Calendly (or other booking process we use).3. Eligibility and juniorsYou must be able to enter a binding contract to purchase Services or Digital Products.If coaching is for someone under 18, a parent or guardian must book the session and consent to the minor participating, unless we agree otherwise.4. ServicesCoaching is delivered online using platforms such as Zoom or Google Meet and may involve screen sharing and analysis on platforms such as Lichess or Chess.com.You are responsible for your internet connection, device and any accounts needed to participate.5. Bookings, refunds, rescheduling and cancellationsBookings are made via Calendly and are subject to availability.Time zone rule
All deadlines below are calculated by reference to the scheduled start time shown in your Booking Confirmation.Rescheduling (24 hours or more before start time)
You may reschedule your session up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.Cancellation (24 hours or more before start time)
You may cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.Within 24 hours of the scheduled start time
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled start time are non-refundable. This reflects the short-notice loss of the booking opportunity.Reschedule requests within 24 hours are not permitted and are treated as cancellations.No-shows and late arrival
If you do not attend within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time, the session is treated as a no-show and is non-refundable.If you arrive late, the session will still end at the originally scheduled end time.After a session has been provided
Once a coaching session has been provided, we do not offer refunds for change of mind or dissatisfaction with your own performance, results or progress.If we cancel a session
If we need to cancel a session, you may choose either:
• a full refund, or
• a credit to rescheduleCredits are valid for 6 months from the original session date unless we state otherwise in writing.This clause does not affect any rights or remedies you may have under Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws.6. Fees, currency and taxesPrices are shown on the website, booking page or checkout.Currency
Customers living in Australia are charged in AUD.
Customers outside Australia are charged in USD.
We may ask you to confirm your billing country to apply the correct currency.You are responsible for any bank fees, currency conversion fees, duties or taxes imposed by your bank or your country.Payments are processed via Stripe.7. Digital Products: delivery and accessDigital Products are delivered in the way described at checkout, for example via download link, email delivery or access through a platform.You are responsible for ensuring the email address you provide is correct and that you can receive emails and access links.Unless stated otherwise at checkout, access to online courses is provided for as long as the course remains available on the platform. We may update, modify, replace or remove course materials from time to time. Purchase of a Digital Product does not include access to future courses, live sessions, private coaching or additional products unless this is specifically stated at checkout.8. Digital Products: licence and restrictionsWhen you purchase a Digital Product, you receive a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use it for your own personal learning.You must not:
• share, resell, redistribute or publish the Digital Product
• upload it to file-sharing sites, forums or group chats
• provide it to students or clients (if you coach) unless we grant a separate licence in writing
• remove watermarks or proprietary notices9. Refunds and Australian Consumer LawDigital Products, including online coursesBecause Digital Products are provided digitally and may include immediate access to course materials, we do not offer refunds for change of mind. This does not affect any consumer guarantees or other rights you may have under Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws that cannot be excluded.If a Digital Product is faulty, not as described or otherwise fails to meet a consumer guarantee, you may be entitled to a remedy under Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. If you experience a problem accessing a Digital Product, you should contact us using the contact details provided on our website. We will take reasonable steps to help resolve the issue.Services, including coachingRefunds for coaching are handled according to clause 5, subject to your rights under Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws.Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any consumer guarantees or other rights you may have under Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws that cannot be excluded.10. Intellectual propertyAll content and materials we provide, including videos, text, PDFs, PGNs, lesson plans and website content, are owned by us or licensed to us and are protected by law.11. Recording policyWe do not record live coaching sessions.If you wish to record a session for personal review, you must ask for consent before recording. If consent is not given, you must not record.12. TestimonialsIf you provide a testimonial or review, we may ask for your permission to use it on our website or marketing channels. We will not publish it in a way that misrepresents your experience.13. DisclaimersOur Services and Digital Products are educational. They are not legal, financial, medical or psychological advice.Chess improvement depends on many factors. We do not guarantee results such as rating increases, tournament results or specific performance outcomes.14. Limitation of liabilityTo the maximum extent permitted by law:• We are not liable for indirect or consequential loss (such as loss of profit, loss of data or loss of opportunity).
• Our total liability for any claim relating to a Service or Digital Product is limited to the amount you paid for that specific Service or Digital Product.This clause does not limit rights and remedies that cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law.15. Acceptable useYou must not misuse the website, interfere with its operation, attempt unauthorised access or use our materials in a way that infringes intellectual property rights.We may refuse service or end a session if there is unacceptable behaviour that makes it unsafe or unreasonable to continue.16. Chargebacks and payment disputesIf you believe a charge is incorrect, contact us first at [email protected]
so we can try to resolve it.Unjustified chargebacks may result in suspension of access to Digital Products and refusal of future services, subject to your rights under applicable law.17. Third-party platformsWe use third-party platforms and service providers to operate our website, process payments, deliver digital products, host course materials, send emails, manage bookings, provide online coaching, analyse games and support customer communication.Your use of some features may also be subject to the terms, policies and availability of those third-party providers. We are not responsible for outages, technical issues, changes or interruptions caused by third-party platforms, except to the extent required by law.Nothing in this clause excludes, restricts or modifies any rights you may have under Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws that cannot be excluded.18. International usersWe are based in Australia and these Terms are governed by ACT law. If you access our website or services from outside Australia, you are responsible for complying with local laws that apply to you.Some countries provide consumer rights that cannot be excluded. Where such rights apply, they may apply in addition to these Terms.19. Changes to these TermsWe may update these Terms from time to time. The updated Terms will be published on the website with a new “Last updated” date.20. Governing lawThese Terms are governed by the laws of the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Courts of the ACT have non-exclusive jurisdiction.21. ContactQuestions about these Terms: [email protected].

Privacy policy

Last updated: 9 June 2026

1. OverviewThis Privacy Policy explains how Junta Ikeda (we, us, our) collects, uses, stores and discloses personal information when you visit our website, book coaching, purchase digital products or contact us.We operate primarily from Australia. If you are located outside Australia, your personal information may be handled in Australia and in other countries where our service providers operate.2. What personal information we collectDepending on how you interact with us, we may collect:Identity and contact details
• Name, email address and other contact details you provideBookings and coaching
• Booking details and session information (including time zone and scheduling details)
• Information you share for coaching purposes (for example chess background, goals and preferences)
• Coaching notes we keep to deliver the service (for example lesson focus, training plans and progress)Communications
• Messages you send us, including emails and support enquiriesPayments
• Purchase and transaction details (for example amount, date and payment status)
• Payments are processed by Stripe. We do not store full payment card details on our own systems.Website and technical data
• IP address, device and browser information
• Pages viewed and interactions with our website
• Basic site usage data (see Cookies and tracking)Testimonials
• If you provide a testimonial or review, we may collect the content and the name or identifier you approve for publication.3. How we collect personal informationWe collect personal information when you:
• Use our website
• Make a booking or appointment request
• Make a payment for coaching or a digital product
• Subscribe to our emails or newsletter
• Contact us by email or other channels you use to reach us
• Provide information during coaching sessions or related communicationsWe also collect limited technical data automatically when you visit our website.4. Why we collect, use and disclose personal information• We collect, use and disclose personal information to:
• Provide online chess coaching and related customer support
• Manage bookings, cancellations and rescheduling
• Process payments and deliver digital products
• Communicate with you about your bookings, purchases and enquiries
• Send newsletters and updates where you opt in (you can unsubscribe at any time)
• Maintain business records and manage disputes
• Protect the security and integrity of our systems
• Comply with legal obligationsIn Australia, we generally handle personal information because it is necessary to provide services you request and to run our business where your consent is relevant (for example, marketing subscriptions and testimonials).5. Who we disclose personal information toWe may disclose personal information to trusted third parties that help us operate our business, including:
• Payment processing providers
• Booking and scheduling providers
• Email and newsletter delivery providers
• Website hosting and website service providers
• Video conferencing and online chess platforms you choose to use during coaching
• Professional advisers (such as accountants or legal advisers) where necessary
• Authorities or regulators where required or authorised by lawWe do not sell your personal information.6. Overseas disclosureSome providers we use may store or process data outside Australia. As a result, your personal information may be transferred, stored or processed overseas.We take reasonable steps to use reputable providers and to ensure disclosures are consistent with this Privacy Policy, noting that overseas recipients may not be subject to Australian privacy laws.7. SecurityWe take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference and loss, and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. No system is completely secure. You are responsible for keeping your own devices and accounts secure.8. RetentionWe keep personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, including record-keeping, dispute management and legal or tax obligations.9. Access and correctionYou can request access to personal information we hold about you, and ask us to correct it if it is inaccurate, out of date, incomplete, irrelevant or misleading.Email requests to [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity.10. ComplaintsIf you have a complaint about how we handle your personal information, contact us at [email protected]
with details. We will respond within a reasonable time.If you are not satisfied with our response, you may be able to complain to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).11. Cookies and trackingOur website may use cookies or similar technologies that help the site function and remember preferences.We do not currently use analytics tracking (such as Google Analytics). If we add analytics in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy and any cookie wording on the site.You can usually remove or disable cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functions.12. MarketingIf you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send updates and marketing messages. You can unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us at [email protected].13. Children and junior coachingWe may coach juniors. If a client is under 18, a parent or guardian may need to consent to the coaching arrangement and to the collection and use of the child’s personal information for service delivery.14. Third-party platformsCoaching may involve third-party platforms such as Zoom, Lichess or Chess.com. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies and terms.Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.15. Changes to this Privacy PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be published on this page with a new “Last updated” date.16. Contact usFor privacy enquiries, access/correction requests or complaints:
Email: [email protected]

The 10-Habit Chess Improvement System Affiliate terms and conditions

Last updated: 10 July 2026

These terms apply to the affiliate program for The 10-Habit Chess Improvement System.The programme is currently invite-only. It is intended for students, coaches, creators and trusted members of the chess community who understand the course well enough to recommend it honestly.By applying to join the affiliate program, accepting an affiliate invitation or using an affiliate link, you agree to these terms.1. How the program worksIf you are approved as an affiliate, you will receive access to your Kajabi Affiliate Portal.Inside the Affiliate Portal, you will find your affiliate link, stats and any approved promotional resources.When someone purchases The 10-Habit Chess Improvement System through your affiliate link, Kajabi may attribute that sale to you.If the sale qualifies under these terms, you may earn a commission.2. CommissionThe standard affiliate commission is 30% of the eligible course purchase amount.Commission currency: USDEligible product: The 10-Habit Chess Improvement SystemReferral window: 30 daysCommission is calculated on the purchase amount after any approved discount has been applied.Commissions are not payable on refunded, cancelled, disputed, fraudulent or self-referred purchases.Unless agreed separately in writing, commissions only apply to The 10-Habit Chess Improvement System. They do not automatically apply to future products, coaching, memberships, subscriptions, bundles, upsells or other offers.Selected partners may be invited to separate VIP partner terms at our discretion. VIP terms must be agreed in writing.3. PayoutsCommissions become eligible for payment 30 days after the sale, provided the purchase has not been refunded, cancelled, disputed or flagged for review.Payout method: PayPalPayout schedule: MonthlyMinimum payout threshold: US$25If your unpaid commission balance is below US$25, it will roll over to the next payout period.You are responsible for providing correct payout details. If your payout details are missing, incomplete or incorrect, payment may be delayed.Any receiving fees, currency conversion fees, PayPal fees, bank fees or other third-party payment fees are your responsibility unless otherwise agreed in writing.4. Refunds, disputes and chargebacksIf a referred purchase is refunded, cancelled, disputed or charged back, the related commission may be cancelled, adjusted or withheld.Commissions are only paid on completed, qualifying purchases.5. TrackingAffiliate tracking is handled through Kajabi.For a sale to qualify for commission, Kajabi must attribute the purchase to your affiliate link or approved affiliate coupon code, if one has been provided.Tracking may not work if the buyer uses a different browser or device, clears cookies, purchases outside the referral window, clicks another affiliate’s link before purchasing or does not complete the purchase through the official Kajabi checkout page.If you believe a sale was not tracked correctly, contact me with the buyer’s name, approximate purchase date and any relevant details. I may review the sale, but I cannot guarantee that untracked referrals will be manually credited.6. Affiliate disclosureYou must clearly disclose your affiliate relationship whenever you promote the course.Your disclosure must be easy to notice, easy to understand and placed close to the recommendation or affiliate link.You can use wording such as:
“This is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a commission if you buy through it, at no extra cost to you.”Do not hide the disclosure at the bottom of a long post, behind vague wording or anywhere people are unlikely to see it.7. Honest promotionYou must represent the course honestly.You may share your own genuine experience with the course, but you must not promise specific rating gains, tournament results or guaranteed improvement.Do not make claims that are false, misleading, exaggerated or impossible to verify.You may say something like:
“I found this course useful because it gives you a practical system for reviewing games, finding training themes and turning those lessons into habits.”Do not say things like:
“This course will make you gain 300 rating points.”8. Where you may promote the courseYou may promote the course on platforms where affiliate links are allowed, provided you follow the platform’s rules and these terms.This may include your newsletter, blog, YouTube channel, social media, chess club, coaching resources or private recommendations.If you promote the course by email, you are responsible for complying with applicable email marketing laws. Do not send unsolicited commercial emails. Your emails must identify you as the sender and include a clear unsubscribe option where required.9. Prohibited conductYou must not:• use your own affiliate link to purchase the course
• make false or misleading claims about the course
• promise guaranteed rating gains, title gains or tournament results
• spam chess groups, forums, communities or email lists
• share private course materials, lesson videos, PDFs, templates or student-only resources
• imply that you are employed by us or officially representing the course
• use our name, brand, image, course name or content in paid ads without written permission
• bid on my name, brand name or course name in search ads without written permission
• create fake reviews, fake testimonials or fake scarcity
• offer unauthorised discounts, bonuses or guarantees
• promote the course in a way that may damage trust in the course or brand10. Course materials and promotional assetsYou may only use approved promotional materials provided by us or available inside the Affiliate Portal.Do not publish, copy, sell, distribute or publicly share private course content, lesson videos, student resources, templates or PDFs.11. Paid advertisingYou must ask for written permission before running paid ads that promote the course.This includes search ads, social media ads, retargeting ads, YouTube ads or any other paid promotion.Do not use our name, brand, image, likeness, course name or course content in paid advertising without written approval.12. Tax responsibilityYou are responsible for your own tax obligations.Depending on your location, affiliate commissions may need to be reported as income.Australian affiliates may be asked to provide an ABN or other required payment information before commissions are paid.We do not provide tax advice. Please speak to an accountant or tax professional if you are unsure about your obligations.13. Privacy and payment informationWe will use the information you provide for affiliate administration, communication, tracking and payouts.Please only provide information that is necessary for the affiliate program.You are responsible for keeping your contact and payout details up to date.14. Removal from the programI may remove you from the affiliate program at any time if you breach these terms, misrepresent the course, fail to disclose your affiliate relationship, spam audiences, share private course materials or act in a way that may harm the course or brand.If you are removed from the program, your affiliate links may be disabled and unpaid commissions may be reviewed, withheld or cancelled where appropriate.15. Changes to these termsThese terms may be updated from time to time.The current version will be available on this page.Continued participation in the affiliate program after an update means you accept the updated terms.16. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Australian Capital Territory and Australia.16. Contact us
For affiliate questions, please email us at [email protected]