Terms of Service for Gemstone Academy

Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 10, 2025

Welcome to Gemstone Academy. By accessing or using our website and online learning services, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before making a purchase or using our courses.

1. Satisfaction Guarantee and Refund Policy

At Gemstone Academy, we stand behind the quality of our educational programs. Your satisfaction is fully guaranteed.

If, within seven (7) days of purchase, you feel that a course is not as represented or does not meet your expectations, you may request a full refund—no questions asked.

To request a refund, simply contact us at info@usgemology.com within the seven-day period from your date of purchase. Refunds will be issued to the original payment method within a reasonable processing timeframe.

2. Shipping of Gemology Kits and Tools

As part of our commitment to quality and fairness, Gemstone Sets and Gemology Tools included with certain courses will be shipped after the seven-day satisfaction period has ended.

This ensures that all students who continue after the guarantee period receive their materials promptly, and helps us maintain a consistent inventory for our learners.

Shipping details and tracking numbers will be provided once your seven-day period has passed and your enrollment has been confirmed as active.

3. Course Access

All courses and materials provided by Gemstone Academy are for individual educational use only.
You may not copy, share, or redistribute course materials, videos, or downloadable content without express written permission.

Access to online courses is granted immediately after purchase and remains active for the duration specified in your course description.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, graphics, images, videos, and course materials—is the intellectual property of Gemstone Academy and its parent entity, the United States Gemological Institute (USGI).

No materials may be copied, reproduced, or distributed without prior written authorization.

5. Payment Terms

All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD). Payments are processed securely through Stripe or PayPal.
By completing a purchase, you confirm that you are authorized to use the payment method provided.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Gemstone Academy provides its educational content “as is.” While we make every effort to ensure accuracy and relevance, we do not guarantee that every course or material will meet all expectations or professional standards of every learner.

We are not responsible for any decisions or outcomes resulting from the application of information provided in our courses.

7. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Gemstone Academy or its affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website, courses, or materials.

8. Changes to Terms

Gemstone Academy reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Updates will be reflected by the “Last Updated” date above.

9. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, refunds, or your enrollment, please contact us using the form in the drop down menu.