Terms of Service

Last updated: May 2026

1. Nature of the Service

BandCheck (the "Service") provides automated AI evaluation of IELTS Writing essays via a Telegram bot at @bandcheck_bot. The Service uses third-party AI providers to estimate band scores and produce feedback.

Results are estimates only and are NOT an official IELTS score. Your actual exam result may differ. The Service is provided for educational practice; it is not a substitute for official IELTS preparation, tutoring, or assessment.

2. Payments

Paid packages are charged via Telegram Stars. Credits or unlimited access are granted automatically upon successful payment. Prices are displayed in Telegram Stars inside the bot.

Refunds. Refund requests for verifiable technical issues (e.g., AI service downtime, double charges, bot bugs that consumed credits without delivering feedback) are reviewed on a case-by-case basis within 14 days of purchase. Used checks where feedback was delivered are generally non-refundable, as compute cost was incurred. Approved refunds are returned via Telegram Stars to your account.

To request a refund, use the /support command inside the bot.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

Submit content that is not an IELTS Writing essay
Attempt to bypass usage limits or rate limits
Use the bot for automated scraping or resale
Submit content that violates third-party copyright or applicable laws
Use the Service to harass other users or our support team

4. Limitation of Liability

The Service is provided "as is", without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

The accuracy of AI-generated band scores or feedback
Your exam outcome or admission/visa decisions
Uninterrupted availability of the Service

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.

5. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. Material changes will be announced inside the bot.

6. Trademarks

BandCheck is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by British Council, IDP IELTS, or Cambridge English Language Assessment. IELTS is a registered trademark of its respective owners. Telegram is a trademark of Telegram FZ-LLC.

7. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction of operation. Consumer rights granted by your local jurisdiction (such as EU CRD or similar) remain in effect where applicable.

8. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Send /support inside the bot or write to @bandcheck_bot.