Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the website at www.sayam.org ("Website"), you ("User," "you," "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Sayam Foundation ("we," "us," "our"), a registered non-profit organization under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882.

If you do not agree to any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Website. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

2. About Sayam Foundation

Sayam Foundation is a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to empowering underprivileged children and communities through education, books and supplies distribution, health and nutrition programs, women empowerment, skill development, and livelihood support programs across India. The Website serves as an informational and donation platform to support our charitable mission.

Our registered office is located in New Delhi, India. We operate under applicable Indian laws and regulations, including provisions of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, and the Income Tax Act, 1961 (Section 80G tax benefits).

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, videos, audio clips, data compilations, software, and the overall design and arrangement of the Website, is the exclusive property of Sayam Foundation or its content suppliers and is protected by Indian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website solely for personal, non-commercial, and informational purposes. You may not:

• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any content from the Website for commercial purposes without our express written consent
• Modify, distribute, transmit, display, perform, or create derivative works based on any Website content
• Use any data mining, robots, spiders, scrapers, or similar data gathering or extraction tools on the Website
• Frame or use framing techniques to enclose any trademark, logo, or other proprietary information without written permission
• Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notice displayed on the Website

Sayam Foundation's name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Sayam Foundation. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

When using this Website, you agree to the following standards of conduct:

4.1 Prohibited Activities

• Using the Website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious purpose
• Uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, worms, trojans, or other harmful code
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, other user accounts, or any computer systems or networks connected to the Website
• Interfering with or disrupting the Website's infrastructure, servers, or networks
• Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely claiming affiliation with Sayam Foundation
• Collecting or harvesting personal information of other users without their express consent
• Using automated systems, bots, or scrapers to access or interact with the Website
• Posting or transmitting content that is defamatory, obscene, abusive, harassing, or otherwise objectionable
• Violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation

4.2 User Accounts

If you create an account on our Website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account at info@sayam.org. Sayam Foundation reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that we reasonably believe have been compromised or are being used in violation of these Terms.

5. Donations and Payments

Sayam Foundation accepts donations through the Website to support our charitable programs. By making a donation, you agree to the following terms:

• Voluntary Donations: All donations are voluntary and made at your own discretion. Donations are non-refundable except as outlined in our Refund Policy.
• Payment Processing: Donations are processed through secure, PCI-DSS-compliant third-party payment gateways. We do not store your credit card, debit card, or UPI details on our servers.
• Receipt and Tax Benefits: A donation receipt with Section 80G tax exemption details will be provided to eligible donors. It is your responsibility to ensure that your PAN and other details are accurate for tax receipt issuance.
• Currency: Unless otherwise specified, all donation amounts are in Indian Rupees (INR). International donations may be subject to currency conversion rates determined by your bank or payment provider.
• Third-Party Fees: Payment gateways may charge transaction fees. Any such fees are borne by the donor unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Sayam Foundation reserves the right to decline or refund any donation that we suspect may be fraudulent, unauthorized, or in violation of applicable laws.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and all content, features, and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sayam Foundation disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
• Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content on the Website
• Warranties that the Website or its servers are free of viruses or other harmful components

We make no representations or warranties about the outcomes or results of our programs as described on the Website. Specific impact figures and stories are representative and based on internal assessments.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Sayam Foundation, its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website, including but not limited to:

• Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill
• Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in Website content
• Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data or transmissions
• Any third-party conduct or content on the Website
• Any interruption or cessation of Website services

In no event shall our total aggregate liability exceed the amount of Indian Rupees One Hundred (₹100) or the amount you paid to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, whichever is greater. This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory upon which the claim is based.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sayam Foundation and its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use of the Website or any services obtained through the Website
• Your violation of these Terms of Use
• Your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party rights
• Any content you submit, post, or transmit through the Website

9. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Sayam Foundation. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by Sayam Foundation.

You acknowledge and agree that Sayam Foundation shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any content, goods, or services available on or through any third-party websites.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi, India.

Before initiating any legal proceedings, you agree to first contact us at info@sayam.org and attempt to resolve any dispute informally. We will make good-faith efforts to resolve disputes through negotiation within thirty (30) days of receiving your written notice.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our sole discretion, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms. Upon termination:

• Your right to access the Website ceases immediately
• We may retain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes
• Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and governing law

12. Modifications to Terms

Sayam Foundation reserves the right to modify, amend, or replace these Terms of Use at any time. We will indicate the date of the most recent revision at the top of this page. Material changes will be communicated through a prominent notice on the Website or via email to registered users.

Your continued use of the Website after any changes to these Terms constitutes your binding acceptance of the updated Terms. If you disagree with any modifications, you must stop using the Website immediately.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions. The remaining Terms shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Sayam Foundation regarding the use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter herein.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 business days.