TERMS OF SERVICE
OVERVIEW
This website is operated by Chai Vekayam. Throughout the site, the terms “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to Chai Vekayam. Chai Vekayam offers this website, including all information, tools, and services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies, and notices stated here.
By visiting our site and/or making a donation, volunteering, or engaging in our programs and initiatives, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service,” “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein and/or available by hyperlink. These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including, without limitation, donors, volunteers, partners, beneficiaries, and content contributors.
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before accessing or using our website. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions of this agreement, then you may not access the website or use any services.
Any new features or tools added to the current platform shall also be subject to the Terms of Service. You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates and/or changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Our website is hosted on a third-party platform that enables us to facilitate donations, provide services, and support our mission.
SECTION 1 - OWNERSHIP OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All logos, designs, and artwork displayed on this website are the exclusive property of Chai Vekayam. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any visual content, branding elements, or design assets without explicit written permission from Chai Vekayam is strictly prohibited.
SECTION 2 - ONLINE STORE TERMS
By agreeing to these Terms of Service, you represent that you are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction or have provided consent for a minor dependent to use this site.
You may not use our website for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose nor may you, in the use of our services, violate any laws in your jurisdiction (including but not limited to copyright laws).
A breach or violation of any of the Terms may result in an immediate termination of your access to our website and services.
SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS
We reserve the right to refuse service, including rejecting donations, removing content, or blocking access, to anyone for any reason at any time.
You understand that your content (excluding credit card information) may be transferred unencrypted and involve transmissions over various networks. Credit card information is always encrypted during transfer over networks. You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the services provided through this website without express written permission from us.
SECTION 4 - MODIFICATIONS TO THE SERVICE AND PRICES
Prices for our products are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right at any time to modify or discontinue the Service (or any part or content thereof) without notice at any time. We shall not be liable to you or to any third-party for any modification, price change, suspension or discontinuance of the Service.
SECTION 5 - PRODUCTS OR SERVICES (if applicable)
Certain products or services may be available exclusively online through the website. These products or services may have limited quantities and are subject to return or exchange only according to our Return Policy. We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colors and images of our products that appear at the store. We cannot guarantee that your computer monitor's display of any color will be accurate. We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to limit the sales of our products or Services to any person, geographic region or jurisdiction. We may exercise this right on a case-by-case basis. We reserve the right to limit the quantities of any products or services that we offer. All descriptions of products or product pricing are subject to change at anytime without notice, at the sole discretion of us. We reserve the right to discontinue any product at any time. Any offer for any product or service made on this site is void where prohibited. We do not warrant that the quality of any products, services, information, or other material purchased or obtained by you will meet your expectations, or that any errors in the Service will be corrected.
SECTION 6 - DONATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS
All donations made to Chai Vekayam are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise required by law. We reserve the right to modify donation amounts, direct contributions to different programs as needed, and use funds in the best manner to fulfill our mission.
SECTION 7 - ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, AND TIMELINESS OF INFORMATION
We do our best to provide accurate and up-to-date information, but we are not responsible if any information on this site is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated. Any reliance on material from this site is at your own risk.
SECTION 8 - THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND LINKS
Certain content, services, or donations may involve third-party tools or platforms. We are not responsible for evaluating their accuracy or any risks associated with their use.
SECTION 9 - USER-GENERATED CONTENT
If you submit comments, testimonials, images, or other materials to our website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, edit, and publish such content. We reserve the right to remove any content we determine to be inappropriate, offensive, or in violation of any laws.
SECTION 10 - PRIVACY POLICY
Your submission of personal information through our website is governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be reviewed separately.
SECTION 11 - PROHIBITED USES
In addition to other prohibitions outlined in these Terms, you are prohibited from using the site or its content for:
Any unlawful purposes
Soliciting others to engage in illegal activities
Violating any applicable laws or regulations
Harassing, abusing, or discriminating against others
Spreading misinformation or fraudulent claims
We reserve the right to terminate your access for any violation of these prohibitions.
SECTION 12 - DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
We do not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free service. We provide this website and all related services "as is" and "as available."
In no event shall Chai Vekayam, its directors, employees, partners, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.
SECTION 13 - TERMINATION
These Terms remain in effect unless terminated by either you or us. You may stop using our services at any time. We may terminate or suspend your access if you fail to comply with any term or provision.
SECTION 14 - GOVERNING LAW
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States.
SECTION 15 - CHANGES TO TERMS OF SERVICE
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and it is your responsibility to review them periodically. Your continued use of our website and services constitutes acceptance of any updates.
SECTION 16 - CONTACT INFORMATION
For any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at support@chaivekayam.org.