Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing and using this website and services (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the "Terms"). If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
Your acceptance of these Terms is required. If you do not accept, you may not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
2.1 What We Provide
Vaibhav Bansode ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") provides:
- Web development services
- Consultation and strategy
- Deployment and hosting assistance
- Ongoing support and maintenance
- Other services as agreed in writing
2.2 Service Changes
We reserve the right to:
- Modify or discontinue the Service
- Change pricing with 30 days notice
- Limit features or functionality
- Suspend your account
We will notify you of material changes via email if you provided contact info.
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
To use certain features, you may need to create an account.
You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current information
- Maintain confidentiality of passwords
- Accept responsibility for account activity
- Notify us of unauthorized access
- Keep information up-to-date
3.2 Account Suspension
We may suspend your account immediately if:
- Violation of these Terms
- Illegal activity
- Fraud or deception
- Abuse or harassment
- Non-payment
3.3 Account Termination
Either party may terminate the relationship:
- In writing with 30 days notice
- Immediately for material breach
- For violation of these Terms
Upon termination:
- Your account access ends
- Payment obligations remain
- Data handling per Privacy Policy
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Our IP
All content on the website and provided by us is our property:
- Website design and layout
- Text, graphics, logos, images
- Software and code
- Services and processes
- Trademarks and trade names
4.2 Your IP
You retain ownership of:
- Content you provide
- Information you submit
- Custom work we create (per service agreement)
By using the Service, you grant us a license to:
- Use your content for service delivery
- Display feedback and testimonials (anonymously)
- Analyze usage data
- Improve our services
4.3 Licensing
Content on this website is provided as-is for personal, non-commercial use.
You may NOT:
- Copy, reproduce, or distribute content
- Modify or create derivative works
- Sell, rent, or lease
- Use for commercial purposes
- Remove copyright notices
4.4 DMCA Compliance
If you believe we've violated copyright:
- Contact us with DMCA notice
- Include description of copyrighted work
- Include location on our site
- Provide contact information
5. User Conduct
5.1 Prohibited Uses
You agree NOT to use the Service to:
Illegal Activities
- Violate laws or regulations
- Engage in fraud or deception
- Circumvent security measures
- Access unauthorized systems
Harmful Conduct
- Harass, threaten, or abuse
- Post hateful or discriminatory content
- Defame or malign others
- Reveal personal information without consent
Technical Abuse
- Use automated tools or bots
- Attempt to break/hack the system
- Overload servers or systems
- Scrape or extract data
Spam
- Send unsolicited emails
- Post spam or advertisements
- Engage in phishing
- Create fake accounts
6. Payment Terms
6.1 Pricing
Our pricing:
- Posted on the website
- Subject to change with notice
- Exclusive of taxes (if applicable)
- Final and non-refundable (unless noted)
6.2 Payment Methods
We accept:
- Credit/debit cards
- Bank transfers
- PayPal
- Other methods as specified
6.3 Billing
Your payment obligations:
- Due by specified date
- Payment method must remain valid
- You're responsible for currency conversion
- Late payments may result in service suspension
6.4 Refund Policy
Non-Refundable Services
- Services already delivered
- Time-based consulting
- Completed work per agreement
Refundable Services
- If specified in service agreement
- Within 30 days of delivery (if applicable)
- Minus any work completed
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1 AS-IS Disclaimer
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
We make NO WARRANTY that:
- Service will meet your needs
- Service will be error-free
- Service will be uninterrupted
- Any defects will be corrected
7.2 Limitation of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
We are NOT liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Lost profits or revenue
- Lost data or business interruption
- Loss of goodwill or reputation
- Any damages even if advised of possibility
7.3 Maximum Liability
Our total liability shall NOT exceed:
- Amount you paid for the service
- Last 12 months of payments
- Or if no payment: $100
This applies to any claim regardless of legal theory.
7.4 Exceptions
These limitations do NOT apply to:
- Death or personal injury
- Fraud or intentional misconduct
- Violations of law that cannot be excluded
- Gross negligence
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless us from:
- Claims arising from your use of the Service
- Violation of these Terms
- Violation of any law or regulation
- Infringement of third-party rights
- Claims related to content you provide
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
9.1 Services
We provide services on an "as-is" basis.
We do NOT warrant:
- Accuracy of information provided
- Fitness for particular purpose
- Completeness of deliverables
- Non-infringement of rights
- Performance standards
9.2 Third-Party Services
We are not responsible for:
- Third-party tools or services we use
- Hosting providers
- Payment processors
- Analytics tools
- Email services
Use them at your own risk per their terms.
10. Termination
10.1 Termination by Us
We may terminate immediately if:
- You violate these Terms
- Illegal activity
- Repeated violations
- Abuse of Service
- Harm to other users
10.2 Termination by You
You may terminate anytime by:
- Notifying us in writing
- Providing 30 days notice
- Paying any outstanding invoices
10.3 Effects of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your access ends immediately
- Payment obligations remain
- Refunds per our policy
- Data handled per Privacy Policy
11. Modifications to Terms
11.1 Right to Modify
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time.
11.2 Notice
We will:
- Post updated Terms
- Update "Last Updated" date
- Notify you if material changes
11.3 Continued Use
Your continued use of the Service means you accept the updated Terms.
12. Dispute Resolution
12.1 Informal Resolution
Before formal action:
- Contact us about the dispute
- Attempt to resolve within 30 days
- Exchange information and documents
12.2 Binding Arbitration
If not resolved informally:
- Submit to binding arbitration
- Single arbitrator per applicable rules
- Arbitration in Mumbai, India
- Each party bears own costs
12.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree NOT to:
- Bring class action lawsuits
- Participate in class actions
- Consolidate arbitrations
- Representative actions
12.4 Exceptions
These do NOT apply to:
- Claims in small claims court
- Injunctive relief for IP infringement
- Claims within small claims jurisdiction
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflicts principles. Exclusive venue in Mumbai, India courts.
14. Severability
If any provision is invalid:
- That provision is severed
- Remaining Terms continue
- Provision reformed to be valid if possible
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute:
- Entire agreement between us
- Supersedes previous agreements
- No other terms or conditions apply
- Except where noted in writing
16. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms:
Email: [email protected]
Location: Mumbai, India
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Next Review: January 1, 2027