Terms of Use
Effective Date: 05 Nov 2023
1. Introduction
Welcome to petshelter.org (“Website”). By accessing or using the Website, you (“User”, “you”) agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
These Terms govern your use of the Website and services operated by petshelter.org (“we”, “us”, “our”), based in India. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.
2. Definitions
– “Website”: Refers to petshelter.org and any subdomains or services offered through it.
– “User”, “you”: Any person accessing or using the Website.
– “Services”: All content, features, tools, and functions available on the Website.
– “Content”: Includes text, images, graphics, videos, links, data, and all other media provided on the Website.
3. Eligibility
Our Services are intended for users aged 13 and older. If you are under 18, you may only use the Website with the involvement and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. If we discover such data, we will delete it immediately.
4. User Responsibilities
You agree to use the Website lawfully and not to:
– Violate applicable local, national, or international laws.
– Infringe upon intellectual property rights.
– Distribute spam, malicious software, or harmful content.
– Attempt unauthorized access to any part of the Website.
You are solely responsible for all content you submit through forms or other interactive features.
5. Intellectual Property
All content, logos, software, and visual elements on the Website are the property of petshelter.org or licensed third parties. You may not reproduce, republish, or distribute any content without prior written permission.
6. User Submissions and Feedback
By submitting content, suggestions, or feedback, you grant petshelter.org a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content for any purpose, including marketing and development. You warrant that you have the right to provide this content and that it does not violate any laws.
7. RSS and Syndication
You may use our RSS feeds solely for personal, non-commercial purposes and must not alter the content. You may not redistribute the RSS feed content without written consent. We reserve the right to terminate access to feeds at our discretion.
8. Third-Party Content and Services
The Website may contain third-party links or advertisements. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party sites. Interactions with third-party sites are governed by their own terms and policies.
9. Affiliate Disclosure
petshelter.org participates in affiliate marketing programs. Some pages may contain affiliate links, and we may earn a commission if you make a purchase. These links do not influence our content, and we only promote services we believe in.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not warrant that the Website will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted. You use the Website at your own risk.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, petshelter.org shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of the Website, even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless petshelter.org and its affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims, liabilities, losses, or damages resulting from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.
13. Electronic Communications
By using the Website or submitting forms, you consent to receive communications from us electronically. You agree that all notices, disclosures, and communications meet legal requirements if delivered electronically.
14. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to revise these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website signifies your acceptance of any updates.
15. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to petshelter.org or others.
16. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any legal action shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in India.
17. Dispute Resolution
You agree to first attempt to resolve any disputes informally. If unresolved, disputes will be submitted to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, conducted in the city where petshelter.org is based.
18. Force Majeure
We shall not be held responsible for delays or failures due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, pandemics, internet outages, or government actions.
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
20. No Waiver
Failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver unless agreed upon in writing.
21. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, along with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and petshelter.org.
22. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].