Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the ISMAA Bengaluru Chapter website, services, and platforms operated by the Indian School of Mines Alumni Association, Bengaluru Chapter ("ISMAA," "we," "us," or "our").

By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Eligibility and Membership

You must provide accurate and complete information when registering or participating in our activities. Misrepresentation of credentials or identity may result in suspension of access.

User Responsibilities

As a user of our services, you agree to:

• Respectful Communication: Maintain professional and respectful discourse in all interactions
• Accurate Information: Provide truthful and current information about yourself
• Privacy Respect: Respect the privacy and confidentiality of other members
• Appropriate Content: Share only appropriate, relevant, and legal content
• Network Purpose: Use the platform primarily for alumni networking and community building
• Compliance: Follow all applicable laws and regulations

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

• Harassment, bullying, or discrimination of any kind
• Sharing false, misleading, or defamatory information
• Commercial solicitation without prior approval
• Spamming or unsolicited mass communications
• Sharing confidential or proprietary information
• Violating intellectual property rights
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to systems
• Disrupting the normal operation of our services

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Intellectual Property

All content on our website and platforms, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, and software, is the property of ISMAA Bengaluru Chapter or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

• Your Content: You retain ownership of content you submit but grant us a license to use it
• Our Content: You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
• Trademarks: ISM, IIT (ISM), and related marks are trademarks of the respective institutions

Events and Activities

Participation in ISMAA events and activities is subject to additional terms:

• Event registration may be required and subject to capacity limits
• Cancellation and refund policies vary by event
• Photography and recording may occur during events
• Adherence to venue rules and local laws is mandatory
• ISMAA reserves the right to refuse participation or remove individuals from events

Disclaimers and Limitations

• Content Accuracy: We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee all information is current or correct
• Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for external websites or services
• User Content: We are not liable for content posted by users
• Technical Issues: We are not liable for technical failures or data loss

Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to our services for:

• Violation of these Terms of Service
• Inappropriate or harmful behavior
• Misuse of the platform or services
• Legal requirements or court orders

You may also terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your access will cease, but these Terms will continue to apply to any prior use.

Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services will be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

We encourage resolution of disputes through direct communication before pursuing legal action.

Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify users of significant changes through:

• Website announcements
• Email notifications
• Updated "Last Modified" date

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.