Terms of Use
Last updated: March 30, 2026
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern the use of the Meridian mobile application and related services ("Service"). By using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Service Description
Meridian is an AI-powered study abroad advisory platform. The Service includes:
- Personalized educational guidance through the ATLAS AI advisor
- Matching analysis across 50+ countries and 5,000+ programs
- Country risk assessment via Student Impact Score (OEP)
- Information on scholarships, visas, and application processes
- Recommendations across summer schools, exchange programs, language schools, boarding schools, foundation/pathway programs, and degree programs
2. Eligibility and Account
2.1 Age Requirements
- 18 years and older: May independently create an account and use the Service.
- 14 to 17 years old: May use the Service with parental or legal guardian consent.
- Under 14: May not use the Service.
2.2 Account Responsibilities
- You are responsible for the security of your account credentials
- You may not transfer your account to third parties
- You are obligated to provide accurate information
- You must notify us immediately if you detect unauthorized access to your account
3. AI Service Disclaimer
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The ATLAS AI advisor provides informational guidance only. ATLAS:
- Does not guarantee admission to any university or program
- Provides recommendations with a maximum 92% confidence level; no information is 100% certain
- Is not a licensed education consultant or legal advisor
- Provides information that should be verified with official sources
Users are solely responsible for decisions made based on ATLAS recommendations. Meridian accepts no legal liability for the direct or indirect consequences of its recommendations.
4. Prohibited Uses
The following activities are strictly prohibited:
- Using the Service for illegal purposes
- Extracting data through automated tools (bots, scrapers)
- Harassing, threatening, or harming other users
- Manipulating the system by entering misleading or false information
- Actions that jeopardize the security of the Service
- Copying, distributing, or reverse-engineering any part of the Service
5. Intellectual Property
- Platform: The Meridian application, its design, algorithms, and trademarks belong to Meridian.
- User Data: Users retain ownership of their personal data.
- AI Outputs: Content generated by ATLAS is for informational purposes and may not be commercially redistributed.
6. Limitation of Liability
Meridian states that recommendations provided through the Service are advisory in nature only and do not constitute guarantees. Meridian:
- Does not guarantee admission to any university or program
- Does not claim absolute accuracy of country risk analyses (OEP)
- Does not accept liability for the outcomes of user decisions
- Does not accept liability for interruptions of third-party services (Firebase, AI providers)
7. Termination
- By the user: You may delete your account at any time through in-app settings or by contacting support@meridianedu.ai.
- By Meridian: In cases of Terms violation, Meridian reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account with prior notice.
8. Changes
These Terms may be updated from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via in-app notification. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Turkey. Disputes shall be resolved by the courts and enforcement offices of Istanbul.
10. Contact
For questions regarding these terms of use:
support@meridianedu.ai