Welcome to Diwali Gift Guide
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Diwali Gift Guide website at diwaligiftguide.com ("Service") operated by Diwali Gift Guide ("us", "we", or "our").
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.
Description of Service
Diwali Gift Guide is a community platform that:
- Showcases local businesses and their Diwali-related products and services
- Features cultural events and celebrations
- Provides curated gift guides and cultural content
- Connects community members through stories and recommendations
- Offers a newsletter with local business spotlights and event information
Acceptable Use
You May:
- Browse our business listings and event information
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Share our content on social media (with proper attribution)
- Contact us with questions or suggestions
- Submit community stories or feedback when invited
You May NOT:
- Use our Service for any unlawful purpose or illegal activity
- Spam, harass, or abuse other users or businesses
- Submit false, misleading, or defamatory content
- Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage our website
- Use automated tools to scrape or harvest data from our site
- Impersonate us or any business featured on our site
- Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
Content and Intellectual Property
Our Content
- All content on our website (text, images, logos, design) is owned by Diwali Gift Guide or licensed to us
- You may share our content for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution
- You may not reproduce, modify, or create derivative works from our content without written permission
Business Information
- Business listings and information are provided for informational purposes only
- We do not guarantee the accuracy of business information (hours, prices, availability)
- Business names, logos, and trademarks belong to their respective owners
User-Submitted Content
- If you submit stories, photos, or other content to us, you grant us permission to use it on our platform
- You represent that you own or have permission to share any content you submit
- We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove user-submitted content
Disclaimers and Limitations
Information Accuracy
- We strive to provide accurate information but cannot guarantee completeness or accuracy
- Business information (hours, prices, availability) may change without notice
- Event information is subject to change by event organizers
No Warranties
- Our Service is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied
- We do not warrant that our Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- We are not responsible for technical issues, outages, or data loss
Limitation of Liability
- We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid to use our Service (currently $0)
- We are not responsible for interactions between users and businesses featured on our site
Third-Party Links and Services
Our website contains links to third-party websites and services, including:
- Business websites and social media pages
- Event organizer websites
- Social media platforms
- Payment processors (if applicable)
We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these third-party services. Use them at your own risk.
Newsletter and Communications
Email Communications
- By signing up for our newsletter, you consent to receive emails from us
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails
- We will not sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes
Communication Guidelines
- We aim to send newsletters weekly during Diwali season and monthly otherwise
- We may occasionally send special announcements about significant events or changes
- All communications will be related to our Service and community
Business Listings
Listing Inclusion
- Business inclusion in our directory is at our discretion
- We focus on authentic, local businesses serving the South Asian community
- Inclusion does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation
Business Responsibilities
- Businesses are responsible for providing accurate information
- We are not responsible for business practices, customer service, or product quality
- Users should verify information directly with businesses before making purchases or visits
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to our Service immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these Terms or for any other reason we deem appropriate.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of our Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
We will notify users of significant changes by:
- Posting an updated version on our website
- Sending an email to newsletter subscribers
- Updating the "Last updated" date
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of California.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Acknowledgment
By using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.