Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Welcome to Deccan Founders (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website www.deccanfounders.com and any related mobile applications, digital publications, newsletters, or online services (collectively, the “Platform”).

By accessing or using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must refrain from using our Platform.

1. Eligibility and Use 

• This Platform is primarily intended for users aged 18 and above. However, individuals under 18 may access and read the content under parental guidance or with consent.
• You agree to use the Platform only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
• You shall not use the Platform in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our servers or interfere with others’ use and enjoyment of the Platform.
• Unauthorized attempts to modify, copy, distribute, or exploit our Platform or its data are strictly prohibited.

2. Intellectual Property Rights 

• All editorial content, articles, videos, designs, graphics, logos, trademarks, and any other material available on this Platform are the exclusive property of Deccan Founders Media Private Limited, unless otherwise credited.
• The content is protected under Indian copyright law, international treaties, and other applicable intellectual property laws.
• You may not copy, modify, reproduce, republish, or distribute any part of our content without prior written consent from Deccan Founders.
• Limited excerpts may be shared for non-commercial purposes with proper credit and a backlink to the original source on our Platform.

3. User Contributions and Community Standards 

• Users may have the option to submit comments, opinions, or other forms of content (“User Contributions”).
• By submitting such content, you grant Deccan Founders a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, publish, and distribute your contributions across our digital properties and social platforms.
• You agree that your submissions will not:
  • Infringe any third-party rights (including copyright, trademark, or privacy).
  • Contain defamatory, abusive, obscene, or unlawful material.
• Deccan Founders reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove any content at its sole discretion, without obligation to provide prior notice.

4. Third-Party Content and External Links 

• The Platform may include links to external websites, partner publications, or affiliate services.
• These links are provided for informational purposes only, and we do not control or endorse the content, privacy practices, or opinions expressed therein.
• Users accessing third-party links do so at their own discretion and risk. 

5. Accuracy and Editorial Disclaimer

• While Deccan Founders strives to maintain accuracy, credibility, and factual integrity, all content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional, financial, legal, or investment advice.
• We make no guarantees regarding the completeness or timeliness of any content published on the Platform.

6. Limitation of Liability

• The Platform and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.
• Deccan Founders shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use or inability to use the Platform.
• You agree that your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Platform is to discontinue using it. 

7. Privacy and Data Protection 

• Your use of this Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data.
• By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy. 

8. Updates and Modifications

• We may revise or update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in law, business operations, or user feedback.
• The most current version will always be available on this page, and continued use of the Platform after any updates constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.

Any disputes arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Hyderabad, Telangana.

9. Contact and Grievance Redressal

For any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms or your use of the Platform, please contact:

Company: Deccan Founders Media Private Limited 

Website: www.deccanfounders.com 

Address: 536, Mega Hills, Madhapur, Hyderabad – 500081 

Email: [email protected] 

Grievance Officer: Venkatesh Malireddy  

By using this Website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.