Terms and Conditions – AskEllie
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE PURCHASING OR USING THIS SERVICE
By purchasing or using any services provided by AskEllie (operated by Oliver Lee), you agree to the following Terms.
1. About the Service
AskEllie provides guidance to parents and carers navigating:
SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
EHCP processes
School and Local Authority issues
UK benefits (DLA, UC, Carer’s Allowance and related support)
Support is based on:
UK legislation and statutory guidance
The SEND Code of Practice
Recognised advocacy resources (e.g. IPSEA, SOS!SEN)
Practical experience
2. How the Service Works (AI-Assisted Support)
AskEllie operates using a hybrid AI-assisted model to deliver personalised support efficiently and at a lower cost.
This means:
Your information is processed using advanced AI systems and custom-built agents trained on relevant UK legislation, statutory guidance, and recognised support resources
AI is used to analyse, structure, and draft responses based on the information you provide
All outputs are reviewed, refined, and issued by AskEllie before being delivered to you
By purchasing or using this service, you acknowledge and agree that:
AI forms a core part of how the service is delivered
Responses may be partially generated using AI systems
While reviewed, responses may still contain errors, omissions, or misinterpretations
No guarantee is made that outputs will be fully accurate, complete, or up to date
You are responsible for:
This approach allows AskEllie to provide structured, personalised support at a significantly lower cost than traditional advisory services.
3. Nature of the Service
This service provides:
Written guidance
Suggested strategies
Template wording
This is not:
Legal advice
Medical advice
Financial advice
AskEllie:
Does not act as a solicitor or representative
Cannot contact or act on your behalf
Cannot guarantee outcomes
You remain fully responsible for all actions taken.
4. Delivery
Support is delivered in written format only
No live calls unless explicitly stated
Timeframes are not guaranteed
5. Payments & Refunds
Therefore:
Refunds may be issued at our discretion only.
6. Your Responsibilities
You agree to:
Provide accurate and complete information
Only share documents you are authorised to share
Use the service responsibly
We are not responsible for outcomes based on incorrect or incomplete information.
7. Document Use & Risk
By submitting documents:
AskEllie:
8. Document Uploads & Data Responsibility
As part of this service, you may choose to upload or share documents for review.
By doing so, you acknowledge and agree that:
You are solely responsible for any documents or information you submit
You confirm that you have the legal right and permission to share all content provided
You understand that documents may be processed using AI-assisted systems as part of the analysis and response generation process
This may include extracting, summarising, and structuring information to produce your personalised response
Important Data Warning
You are strongly advised to:
Remove or redact names, addresses, dates of birth, and any identifiable personal information before uploading
Avoid sharing highly sensitive or confidential information unless absolutely necessary
Any information you choose to provide is submitted at your own discretion and risk.
AskEllie:
Does not accept liability for any personal, sensitive, or confidential data you choose to upload
Is not responsible for misuse, exposure, or consequences arising from the submission of such information
Cannot guarantee that any digital system used in the process is completely secure
9. Intellectual Property
All outputs remain the property of AskEllie.
You are granted personal-use rights only.
You may not copy, sell, or distribute content.
10. Limitation of Liability
We do not guarantee:
To the fullest extent permitted by law, AskEllie is not liable for:
11. Third Parties
We are not responsible for:
Payment providers (Stripe, PayPal, Stan Store)
External organisations or decisions
12. Service Refusal
We may refuse or cancel services at any time.
13. Governing Law
England and Wales.
14. Updates
Terms may be updated at any time.
2. PRIVACY POLICY
(This is critical for GDPR compliance — especially because you're handling sensitive child/SEND data)
Privacy Policy – AskEllie
AskEllie respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
1. What We Collect
We may collect:
This may include sensitive personal data.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
We do not use your data for:
Advertising
Selling to third parties
3. AI Processing
Your data may be processed using AI systems to:
This processing is:
Controlled
Purpose-limited
Reviewed before delivery
4. Legal Basis (UK GDPR)
We process your data under:
5. Data Storage
6. Data Sharing
We do not share your data except:
7. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you can:
8. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data.
However:
9. Contact
Email: hello@askellie.co.uk
3. AI TRANSPARENCY NOTICE (IMPORTANT)
(This is what really protects you if anyone challenges “AI use” later)
AI Transparency Notice – AskEllie
AskEllie uses advanced AI systems to support the delivery of its services.
How AI is Used
AI is used to:
Process and structure information
Draft responses based on your input
Apply relevant legal and guidance frameworks
Human Oversight
Limitations
AI systems:
Your Responsibility
You must:
4. SIMPLE DISCLAIMER (USE ON SALES PAGE)
(Put this directly on Stan Store page — this is VERY important)
Disclaimer
AskEllie provides guidance only and is not a legal, medical, or financial service.
All responses are based on information provided and may involve AI-assisted drafting.
No outcomes are guaranteed.