Welcome to HareKrishnaWorld.com. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, services, and digital products. By accessing or using HareKrishnaWorld.com, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using HareKrishnaWorld.com, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction, and you are legally capable of entering into a binding contract. If you are using the website on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind the organization to these Terms.
2. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of HareKrishnaWorld.com after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any updates.
3. Use of the Website
a. Permitted Use
HareKrishnaWorld.com grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. You may not use the website for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.
b. Prohibited Use
You agree not to:
- Use the website for any illegal activities or in violation of any laws or regulations.
- Post or transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the website, including hacking or defacing any portion of the website.
- Access or attempt to access any accounts, systems, or networks related to the website without authorization.
- Use any automated means, such as bots, crawlers, or scrapers, to access the website.
- Distribute viruses, malware, or any other harmful software through the website.
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
4. User Accounts
a. Registration
To access certain features of HareKrishnaWorld.com, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information as necessary to keep it accurate, current, and complete.
b. Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account credentials.
5. Digital Products
a. Purchase and Access
HareKrishnaWorld.com offers digital products for purchase, including but not limited to eBooks, PDFs, audio files, and video files. By purchasing a digital product, you are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes.
b. No Refunds
Due to the nature of digital products, we do not offer refunds once a purchase is made and the product is accessed or downloaded. Please review our Refund Policy for more details.
6. Intellectual Property
a. Ownership
All content on HareKrishnaWorld.com, including text, graphics, images, audio, video, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to HareKrishnaWorld.com and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
b. Limited License
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit the content without the prior written consent of HareKrishnaWorld.com.
7. Privacy Policy
Your use of HareKrishnaWorld.com is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the website, you consent to our collection and use of your personal information as described in the Privacy Policy.
8. User Content
a. Submissions
HareKrishnaWorld.com may allow users to submit, post, or share content, including comments, reviews, and other user-generated content. By submitting content, you grant HareKrishnaWorld.com a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display the content in connection with the website and its services.
b. Responsibility
You are solely responsible for the content you submit, post, or share on HareKrishnaWorld.com. You agree not to submit any content that violates these Terms or any applicable laws or regulations. HareKrishnaWorld.com reserves the right to remove or modify any user content at its discretion.
9. Disclaimers
a. No Warranty
HareKrishnaWorld.com is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of the website or the information, content, materials, or products included on the website. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
b. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, HareKrishnaWorld.com and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, the website or its content. This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless HareKrishnaWorld.com and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees arising from your use of the website or its content, or your violation of these Terms.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in India.
12. Termination
a. Termination by HareKrishnaWorld.com
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to HareKrishnaWorld.com, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms. Upon termination, you must immediately cease using the website and its content.
b. Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [email protected]. Upon termination, you must immediately cease using the website and its content.
13. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and HareKrishnaWorld.com regarding your use of the website and its content. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms or the content on HareKrishnaWorld.com, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
15. Compliance with Laws
You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in connection with your use of HareKrishnaWorld.com. You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the website does not violate any applicable laws or regulations.
16. Modifications to the Website
HareKrishnaWorld.com reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the website at any time without notice. We are not liable for any modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations of the website or its services.
17. Electronic Communications
By using HareKrishnaWorld.com, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These communications may include notices about your account and information concerning or related to our services. You agree that any notices, agreements, disclosures, or other communications that we send to you electronically satisfy any legal communication requirements, including that such communications be in writing.
18. Third-Party Services
HareKrishnaWorld.com may integrate with third-party services, including payment processors and social media platforms. Your use of these third-party services is governed by their respective terms and policies. We are not responsible for the practices, content, or availability of these third-party services.
19. Assignment
HareKrishnaWorld.com may assign its rights and obligations under these Terms to any party at any time without notice to you. You may not assign your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.
20. No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such provision or of our right to enforce such provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by HareKrishnaWorld.com.
21. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.
22. Feedback and Suggestions
We welcome your feedback and suggestions to improve HareKrishnaWorld.com.
By submitting feedback and suggestions, you grant HareKrishnaWorld.com a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display such feedback and suggestions for any purpose.
23. Advertising and Sponsorships
HareKrishnaWorld.com may display advertisements and sponsorships. Advertisers and sponsors are responsible for ensuring that material submitted for inclusion on the website complies with applicable laws and regulations. We are not responsible for any error, inaccuracy, or illegal content in advertisements or sponsorships.
24. Affiliate Links
HareKrishnaWorld.com may participate in affiliate marketing and may allow affiliate links to be included on the website. This means we may earn a commission if/when you click on or make purchases via affiliate links. We will disclose our affiliate relationships whenever applicable.
25. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The arbitration shall be conducted in India. Each party shall bear its own costs and fees, including attorneys’ fees, unless the arbitrator determines that such costs and fees should be awarded to the prevailing party.
26. Force Majeure
HareKrishnaWorld.com shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay is caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, strikes, natural disasters, or interruptions in internet service.
27. Language
These Terms are drafted in English. If these Terms are translated into any other language, the English version shall prevail in the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the English version and the translated version.
28. Survival
The provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including but not limited to provisions related to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.
Conclusion
Thank you for using HareKrishnaWorld.com. These Terms are designed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all users. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Updated on: 28.07.2024
