Terms and Conditions for Use of Website
1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the official website of Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham (“VSSP”, “the Peetham”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms, as well as our ‘Refund and Cancellation Policy’ and ‘Privacy Policy’ and any other policies or disclaimers that may be posted from time to time. If you do not accept these Terms in full, you must refrain from accessing or using the website and any associated digital services.
2. Purpose and Scope of Website Use
The Peetham’s website serves as a digital platform to provide spiritual, cultural, educational, and charitable information to the public. It is intended to offer access to updates on our religious activities, publications, events, and initiatives. By using the website, you undertake to do so solely for lawful, non-commercial, and spiritually aligned purposes. Any use that violates the sanctity, principles, or lawful operation of the Peetham is expressly prohibited.
3. Eligibility and User Conduct
Users of this website must be individuals or entities who agree to act in good faith and in compliance with applicable laws and the Peetham’s values. You agree not to use this website for any unauthorised or illegal purposes, including but not limited to uploading harmful content, impersonating Peetham representatives, soliciting funds for unrelated causes, or attempting to compromise the site’s security or reputation.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All materials on this website, including text, images, audio, video, graphics, icons, software, design elements, and any other content, are the exclusive intellectual property of Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham or its authorised licensors, and are protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and related intellectual property laws.
No part of the website or its content may be copied, distributed, republished, downloaded, displayed, posted, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of the Peetham. Any unauthorised use of the Peetham’s intellectual property will result in legal action, including but not limited to civil and criminal liability.
5. Donations and Financial Transactions
All financial contributions made through the website are voluntary and non-refundable. By making a donation, you confirm that you are legally authorised to use the chosen mode of payment and that the information provided is true and complete.
Donations are processed through RBI-authorised, PCI-DSS-compliant third-party payment gateways. The Peetham complies with applicable Indian financial regulations, including the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) for international donations.
Donors from outside India are encouraged to ensure that their contributions comply with local financial and tax laws. The Peetham is not liable for any unauthorised transactions made through unofficial or impersonated platforms.
6. Privacy and Data Protection
The Peetham values your privacy and ensures that any personal data collected through the website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection legislation. Personal information is collected for purposes including, but not limited to, processing donations, responding to enquiries, managing event participation, issuing receipts, and improving user engagement. Such data may be shared with authorised service providers, payment processors, or government authorities solely where required by law or for legitimate institutional purposes. The Peetham shall not be held liable for any unauthorised access or data breach resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including cyberattacks, technical failures, or force majeure events.
By continuing to use this website and voluntarily providing your personal information through forms, emails, donations, or other means, you expressly consent to the Peetham collecting, storing, and using such data for the purpose of contacting you in connection with Peetham-related activities. These may include spiritual communications, event notifications, donation appeals, newsletters, volunteer opportunities, or other institutional updates. You may withdraw your consent or opt out of such communications at any time by contacting us directly or using the unsubscribe option, where available.
7. Content Submissions and Public Interaction
Any content submitted by users to the Peetham, such as testimonials, spiritual experiences, suggestions, or feedback, must be respectful, truthful, and aligned with the sanctity of the institution. By submitting such content, you grant the Peetham a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable licence to use, reproduce, and publish the content in any medium for lawful purposes. The Peetham retains the right to review, moderate, or reject any user-generated content that it deems inappropriate or inconsistent with its values.
8. External Links and Third-Party Services
The website may contain links to third-party websites for user convenience, including platforms for registration, donations, or event information. The Peetham does not control or endorse the content, terms, or data policies of external websites. Users are advised to independently review third-party policies before sharing personal data or completing transactions. The Peetham disclaims all liability for losses or damages arising from the use of third-party platforms.
9. Security and System Integrity
We implement appropriate technological and organisational safeguards to protect the integrity and availability of our website and user data. However, no online platform is entirely immune to risks. The Peetham cannot guarantee that the website will always function uninterrupted or error-free, nor that it will be free from viruses or other harmful components. Users are responsible for using appropriate antivirus protection and are advised not to rely solely on the website for time-sensitive or critical information.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
The website and all content, services, and functions offered through it are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Peetham makes no express or implied warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or availability of the content. Use of the website is at your sole discretion and risk. No oral or written information given by the Peetham or its representatives shall create any warranty not expressly stated herein.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham, its trustees, affiliates, volunteers, and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the website, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or goodwill. This limitation shall apply even if the Peetham was advised of the possibility of such damages.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham, its affiliates, trustees, employees, volunteers, and authorised service providers from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising from your use of the website, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any rights of third parties.
13. Force Majeure
The Peetham shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performance of its obligations under these Terms due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, government restrictions, pandemics, power failures, internet outages, cyberattacks, or other unforeseeable events.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts or arbitration tribunals situated in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Any arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
15. Revisions and Updates
The Peetham reserves the right to amend or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Revised Terms will be posted on the website with an updated “Last Modified” date. Your continued use of the website following such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
16. Representation and Organisational Status
Visakha Sri Sarada Peetham is a spiritual and charitable institution operating under Indian law. The content on this website is intended exclusively for spiritual, cultural, and educational purposes, and shall not be construed as legal, financial, or medical advice. The Peetham does not represent any political or commercial entity and maintains strict neutrality in such matters.
17. Contact and Grievance Redressal
For any questions, concerns, or grievances relating to these Terms or your use of the website, please contact the designated Grievance Officer using the details below. All grievances will be addressed in accordance with applicable law and in a timely manner.
Grievance Officer (IT – Department)
Visakha Sri Sharada Peetham
Email: info@thevssp.com