Terms of Service

The website indiacoffeebeans.com ("website") is operated by IndianCoffeeBeans ("we", "us", or "our"), based in Hyderabad, India. Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using our website. By using IndianCoffeeBeans.com, you signify your agreement to be bound by these Terms of Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms of Service constitute an electronic record and do not require physical or digital signatures. These terms apply to all users of the website, including browsers, reviewers, and contributors.

2. Service Description

IndianCoffeeBeans.com is a directory platform that provides information about Indian coffee roasters, coffee beans, brewing guides, and related educational content. We are not a marketplace or e-commerce platform. Instead, we provide information and direct users to external websites where they can purchase coffee products.

All product purchases occur on third-party websites. We are not responsible for transactions, product quality, shipping, or customer service related to purchases made through external links.

Product information, descriptions, images, and other content related to coffee products and roasters may be sourced directly from roasters' websites, product packaging, or public information. This content belongs to the respective roasters or brands and is displayed for informational purposes only. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of such information. Users should verify all product details, including pricing, availability, and specifications, directly with the roaster or retailer before making a purchase.

3. User Accounts

If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for restricting access to your device to prevent unauthorized access to your account. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

You may use your account to leave reviews, save favorites, and access personalized content. We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or remove content at any time without notice for violations of these terms.

4. Privacy Policy

Please review our Privacy Policy, which governs your visit and use of the website. The personal information provided to us during the course of usage will be treated as confidential and in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

5. Directory Platform

You understand that our website is an informational directory platform that enables you to discover coffee roasters, learn about coffee products, and access external websites where products can be purchased. We are a facilitator of information and not a party to any transactions between you and third-party sellers.

IndianCoffeeBeans.com is currently free to use. We may introduce premium features in the future with prior notice to users.

6. Affiliate Relationships

Our website contains affiliate links to third-party websites and marketplaces. When you make a purchase through these links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. These affiliate relationships help us maintain and improve our service.

All affiliate relationships are disclosed where applicable. Our reviews and recommendations are based on genuine evaluation and are not influenced solely by affiliate commissions.

7. Website Access and Availability

We strive to ensure that our website is available uninterrupted and that transmissions are error-free. However, due to the nature of the internet, this cannot be guaranteed. Your access to the website may occasionally be suspended or restricted for repairs, maintenance, or introduction of new features.

8. License and Permitted Use

Subject to your compliance with these Terms of Service, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and make personal use of this website, but not to download (other than page caching) or modify it, or any portion of it, except with our express written consent.

This license does not include:

• Any resale or commercial use of this website or its contents
• Any collection and use of product listings, descriptions, images, or prices
• Any derivative use of this website or its contents
• Any downloading, copying, or other use of account information
• Any use of data mining, robots, scrapers, or similar data gathering and extraction tools
• Any reproduction, duplication, copying, selling, reselling, or exploitation of any portion of the website

Any unauthorized use automatically terminates the permissions granted by these Terms of Service. You may not frame or utilize framing techniques to enclose any trademark, logo, or other proprietary information on the website without our express written consent.

9. User Conduct

You must not use the website in any way that:

• Causes, or is likely to cause, interruption, damage, or impairment to the website
• Is used for fraudulent purposes or in connection with criminal activities
• Sends or reuses material that is illegal, offensive, misleading, abusive, defamatory, or harmful
• Violates intellectual property rights or privacy of others
• Contains viruses or other malicious code
• Involves spam, chain letters, or mass unsolicited communications

10. Reviews and User Content

Users may post reviews, comments, and other content, provided the content is not illegal, obscene, abusive, threatening, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable. We reserve the right to remove, refuse, or edit any content that violates these Terms of Service.

By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content throughout the world in any media. You represent that you own the rights to any content you post and that such content is accurate and lawful.

You agree to indemnify and hold IndianCoffeeBeans harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your user-generated content. We are not responsible for the accuracy, quality, safety, legality, or reliability of any user-generated content. All opinions expressed in reviews, ratings, comments, and other user content are those of the individuals who posted them and do not represent our views or opinions.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our website contains links to third-party websites operated by coffee roasters, retailers, and other businesses. We are not responsible for examining or evaluating the offerings, content, or practices of these third-party websites.

When you access these external websites, you are subject to their terms of service and privacy policies. We recommend reading these policies before making purchases or providing personal information.

12. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, coffee directory data, roaster information, product descriptions, user interface elements, databases, and software, is our property or that of our content suppliers and is protected by Indian and international intellectual property laws.

Our intellectual property rights extend to:

• The compilation, organization, and arrangement of all content on the website
• The selection, coordination, and presentation of all materials
• The comprehensive database of coffee roasters, products, and regional information
• Original editorial content, reviews, and educational materials
• The overall look and feel, design elements, and user experience

The IndianCoffeeBeans name and logo are our trademarks. You may not use our trademarks in connection with any product or service without our express written consent. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property constitutes infringement and may result in legal action.

While individual facts about coffee products may not be protected by copyright, the particular selection, coordination, arrangement, and enhancement of those facts within our database is protected intellectual property.

13. Disclaimer

You acknowledge that you are using our website at your own risk. We provide information about coffee roasters and products for informational purposes only. We do not endorse or guarantee the quality, safety, or legality of products offered by third-party sellers.

This website and all content are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

IndianCoffeeBeans serves as an aggregator and directory of coffee-related information. We do not independently verify or validate product descriptions, specifications, images, or other content sourced from roasters' websites or provided by users. Information may be obtained through automated means, direct submissions, or manual collection. All such third-party content is the responsibility of its original creator or publisher. By using our service, you acknowledge and accept that we do not guarantee the accuracy of any information displayed and cannot be held liable for any errors, omissions, or outdated information.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, IndianCoffeeBeans, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from:

• Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the website or any content
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the website, including without limitation, any defamatory, offensive, or illegal conduct
• Any products, services, or content obtained from third-party websites linked from our platform
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content or functionality of the website
• Transactions between you and third-party sellers, including product quality, delivery, prices, and consumer satisfaction

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damage.

In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages, losses, or causes of action exceed ₹5,000 (five thousand Indian Rupees). This cap applies regardless of whether you have paid for any services, as IndianCoffeeBeans is primarily offered as a free information directory.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or our website, please contact us at:

16. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at gta3lok.ai@gmail.com. Most concerns can be resolved quickly and efficiently through this process.

You agree that any claim arising out of or related to these Terms or our Services must be filed within one (1) year after such claim arose, otherwise, your claim is permanently barred. You also explicitly waive any right to class action proceedings.

17. Severability

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