Roaster Partnership Agreement

Basic directory listing with roaster name, location, and website link

Visibility in search and browse functions

Community reviews displayed on profile

No payment required

No guaranteed placement or priority

Verified badge displayed on profile

Ability to claim and edit roaster profile

Add roaster story, photos (up to 5), and detailed information

Product management dashboard to add/edit coffee listings

Basic traffic analytics (profile views, clicks to website, product page views)

Ability to respond to community reviews

Priority customer support via email

"Founding Roaster" badge (first 10 roasters only)

Featured mention in launch communications (first 10 roasters only)

Advanced analytics dashboard with detailed traffic breakdowns

Competitor benchmarking (anonymized comparative data)

Unlimited photos and video uploads

Custom profile sections and enhanced branding

Email capture widget to build mailing list from traffic

Quarterly profile optimization reviews and consultations

Priority WhatsApp support

Early access to new platform features

Data cleanup and product catalog management service (launching Q2 2026)

All subscriptions are billed annually in advance

Payment is processed via Instamojo (UPI, cards, net banking, wallets accepted)

Prices are shown in Indian Rupees (INR) and are final

We are currently not GST registered; prices do not include GST

Payment confirmation serves as acceptance of these terms

Subscriptions automatically renew annually unless cancelled

Renewal occurs at the same rate you initially subscribed (price lock applies to founding roasters)

We will send email notification 30 days before renewal

You may cancel renewal at any time before renewal date

Cancellation takes effect at end of current subscription period

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your dashboard or by contacting us

Cancellation prevents future charges but does not refund current subscription period

7-Day Money-Back Guarantee: Full refund available within 7 days of initial purchase if unsatisfied

After 7 days, no refunds for partial subscription periods

Upon cancellation, your profile reverts to Free Tier at end of paid period

Founding Roaster benefits are forfeited if subscription is cancelled and not renewed within 60 days

We reserve the right to change subscription prices with 60 days notice

Price changes apply to new subscribers and renewals (except founding roasters with price lock)

Existing subscribers will receive email notification of price changes before renewal

You may claim an existing roaster profile by providing proof of business ownership

Acceptable verification: email from business domain, business registration documents, or social media account verification

Verification typically completed within 24-48 hours

We reserve the right to request additional documentation if ownership is disputed

You retain ownership of all content you upload (photos, descriptions, product information)

By uploading content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display this content on our platform

You confirm that you have rights to all uploaded content and that it does not infringe on third-party rights

We may use roaster names, logos, and basic information in marketing materials and promotional content

Be accurate and not misleading

Comply with Indian food safety and advertising regulations

Not contain offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate material

Not make unsubstantiated health claims about coffee products

Include only coffee products you actually produce or sell

Update your roaster profile information

Add, edit, and remove coffee product listings

Respond to customer reviews (politely and professionally)

View analytics and performance metrics

Download reports (Premium tier only)

Create multiple accounts to circumvent tier limitations

Upload content belonging to other roasters or brands

Manipulate reviews or ratings (fake reviews, incentivized positive reviews)

Scrape data from other roaster profiles

Use automated tools to manipulate analytics or engagement

Resell or share your account access with others

Use the platform primarily for competitor research without maintaining active roaster profile

Remain professional and courteous, even with negative reviews

Do not offer incentives for review modification or deletion

Do not include personal information about reviewers

Do not make false claims about products or competitors

Focus on addressing concerns and providing helpful information

We do not guarantee specific traffic volumes, conversion rates, or sales

Platform traffic depends on SEO, marketing efforts, and user engagement

Your profile visibility depends on multiple factors including relevance, ratings, and content quality

Premium placement does not guarantee increased sales

Analytics are provided for informational purposes

We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee 100% precision

Data may be delayed by up to 24-48 hours

We are not liable for business decisions made based on analytics data

We may modify platform features, layout, or algorithms at any time

Changes are made to improve user experience and platform performance

We will notify roasters of major changes affecting paid features

No compensation for temporary unavailability during updates

We do NOT take commission on sales made through our platform

All traffic is directed to your website

You handle all transactions, fulfillment, and customer service independently

We are not a party to any transaction between you and customers

We may include affiliate tracking in links to your website (if you have affiliate program)

Affiliate commissions are negotiated separately and are optional

You decide whether to participate in any affiliate arrangements

Affiliate participation does not affect your subscription price or profile visibility

You retain ownership of all business data and content you upload

We collect analytics data about profile performance for your benefit

We may use aggregated, anonymized data for platform improvements and industry insights

See our Privacy Policy for details on data handling

Email capture widget (Premium tier) allows you to build mailing list

You are solely responsible for compliance with email marketing regulations

You must obtain proper consent before sending marketing emails

We are not responsible for your email marketing practices

You may export your product data and analytics at any time

Export formats: CSV, JSON (depending on data type)

Account closure includes option to download all your data

We retain anonymized analytics data after account closure

You grant us limited license to display your business name, logo, and trademarks on our platform

This license is non-exclusive and terminates when your account is closed

We will not use your trademarks in ways that suggest endorsement beyond directory listing

IndianCoffeeBeans name, logo, and platform design are our intellectual property

You may reference your listing on our platform in marketing materials

You may not imply exclusive partnership or endorsement without written permission

"Verified" and "Founding Roaster" badges are our trademarks and may not be used outside our platform

The platform will be uninterrupted or error-free

Traffic or exposure will increase sales

Analytics will be completely accurate

Reviews will always be fair or accurate

Lost profits, revenue, or business opportunities

Indirect, consequential, or punitive damages

User reviews or customer complaints

Third-party actions or content

Data loss or security breaches beyond our control

You may cancel your subscription at any time

Cancellation takes effect at end of current billing period

Profile reverts to Free Tier after paid period expires

You may delete your profile entirely by contacting us

Violate these terms

Engage in fraudulent activity

Upload illegal or infringing content

Manipulate reviews or analytics

Fail to pay subscription fees

Your access to paid features ends immediately

Your profile may revert to Free Tier or be removed entirely

You lose access to analytics and dashboard

You may export your data within 30 days of termination

Founding Roaster benefits are permanently forfeited

Material changes will be emailed to all roaster partners

Changes take effect 30 days after notification

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

If you don't agree to changes, you may cancel subscription

Limited to first 10 roasters who subscribe to Verified tier

Founding rate: ₹3,500/year (regular ₹6,000/year)

Price locked permanently as long as subscription remains active

Special "Founding Roaster" badge on profile

Featured in launch announcements and marketing materials

Priority consideration for beta features and feedback

Must subscribe to Verified tier before program closes

Must maintain active, continuous subscription (grace period: 60 days)

Forfeited if subscription cancelled and not renewed within 60 days

Forfeited if account terminated for cause

Program closes when 10 roasters subscribe OR on March 1, 2026, whichever comes first

No exceptions after program closure

New subscribers pay regular ₹6,000/year rate