Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Apnijanta website (apnijanta.com), mobile applications, and related services (collectively referred to as the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Apnijanta, operated by ProjectsBox. By continuing to use our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

2. Description of Service

Apnijanta provides:

• News articles and blog posts covering various topics including but not limited to politics, sports, entertainment, finance, and technology
• User-generated content including comments and discussions
• Social media integration and sharing capabilities
• Email newsletters and notifications
• Advertising and promotional content from third parties
• Mobile-responsive website and potential mobile applications

3. User Eligibility

To use our Service, you must:

• Be at least 13 years of age (users under 18 require parental consent)
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• Not be prohibited from using our Service under applicable laws
• Provide accurate and truthful information when required

4. User Accounts and Registration

4.1 Account Creation

While browsing our content does not require registration, certain features may require you to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information as necessary
• Keep your login credentials secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

4.2 Account Responsibility

You are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your account. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized use of your account.

5. Content Usage and Copyright

5.1 Our Content

All content on Apnijanta, including but not limited to text, images, videos, graphics, logos, and software, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. This content is owned by Apnijanta, ProjectsBox, or our content partners.

5.2 Permitted Use

You may:

• View and read content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share articles via social media using our sharing tools
• Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and links back to the original article

5.3 Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions
• Create derivative works based on our content

5.4 User-Generated Content

By submitting content (comments, feedback, suggestions), you grant Apnijanta a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, modify, and display such content in connection with our Service.

6. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

When using our Service, you agree not to:

• Post or transmit illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or invasive content
• Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state your affiliation
• Transmit spam, unsolicited advertising, or promotional materials
• Upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' accounts
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our Service
• Engage in activities that could damage, disable, or impair our Service
• Post content that infringes on intellectual property rights
• Engage in hate speech, discrimination, or harassment based on race, religion, gender, or other characteristics

7. Advertising and Third-Party Content

7.1 Google AdSense

Our website uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. By using our Service, you acknowledge that:

• Google may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites
• You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings
• We do not control the content of advertisements displayed

7.2 Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties.

7.3 Sponsored Content

Some content may be sponsored or contain affiliate links. Such content will be clearly marked as "Sponsored," "Advertisement," or "Affiliate Link" where required by law.

8. 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.

Key privacy points:

• We collect information to provide and improve our services
• We use cookies and similar technologies for functionality and analytics
• We may share information with service providers and partners as described in our Privacy Policy
• You have rights regarding your personal data under applicable laws

For complete details, please read our Privacy Policy.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

9.1 Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of our content. News and information can change rapidly, and we may not always reflect the most current information.

9.2 Service Availability

We do not guarantee that our Service will be available at all times or free from interruptions, errors, or security vulnerabilities.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Apnijanta and ProjectsBox shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our Service.

9.4 "As Is" Basis

Our Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Service at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it by contacting us.

10.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our Service at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our Service ceases immediately. Provisions that should survive termination (including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, and limitations of liability) will remain in effect.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, specifically the laws applicable in Madhya Pradesh.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.

11.3 Alternative Dispute Resolution

Before initiating any legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to resolve any disputes informally.

12. Contact Information