Terms of Service

Welcome to Duniyastar.in!
Operated by Sathish Pendyala, M.D. & C.E.O., Duniyastar.in is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable social networking experience for our users. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service (“Terms”) under Indian law, specifically adhering to the Information Technology Act, 2000, and related regulations. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use of our services.

1. Eligibility and Account Registration

• Minimum Age Requirement: Users must be at least 18 years old to use Duniyastar.in, in compliance with Indian regulations regarding online activity.
• Account Information: Users must provide accurate, complete information during registration and are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of their login credentials. Account sharing or impersonation of others is strictly prohibited.

2. User Conduct and Acceptable Use

• Prohibited Content: Users may not post or share any content that is illegal, obscene, defamatory, discriminatory, or promotes hate or violence, in accordance with Section 66A of the Information Technology Act.
• Respectful Interactions: Users must respect others on the platform. Harassment, cyberbullying, and the use of abusive language or threats are strictly forbidden.
• Legal Compliance: Users are responsible for adhering to all applicable laws of India. Any content that violates Indian law or disrupts the security and sovereignty of India is prohibited.

3. Content Ownership and Licensing

• User-Generated Content: Users retain ownership of their content but grant Duniyastar.in a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, distribute, and promote their content on our platform.
• Platform Rights: Duniyastar.in holds the rights to all platform-generated content, branding, trademarks, and logos. Unauthorized copying or misuse of our intellectual property is prohibited under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957.

4. Privacy and Data Usage

• Data Collection: We adhere to the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011. Users’ data is collected solely for enhancing platform functionality, targeted advertising, and improving user experience.
• Privacy Policy: Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices, including collection, use, and sharing. Users agree to this policy by using Duniyastar.in.

5. Advertisements and Promotions

• Targeted Advertising: Duniyastar.in allows location-based ads targeting specific countries, states, or pin codes. Advertisers are responsible for ensuring their ads comply with all relevant laws and our advertising policies.
• Content Compliance: Ads and promotional content must meet the standards outlined in the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, and any misleading or deceptive advertisements will be removed.

6. Account Suspension and Termination

• Violation of Terms: Duniyastar.in reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in harmful behavior.
• User-Initiated Termination: Users may deactivate their accounts by contacting customer support. We may retain some data in accordance with legal obligations.

7. Limitation of Liability

• Disclaimer: Duniyastar.in is not liable for any damages arising from user-generated content, third-party ads, or interruptions in service. Users acknowledge that they are responsible for their interactions and content.
• Compensation for Damages: In the event that users experience damages directly attributable to issues caused by Duniyastar.in, the maximum compensation provided will be limited to ₹100 only. This limit is enforced to ensure fairness and is the sole remedy for any damages incurred.
• Platform Stability: We strive to maintain a secure and stable environment but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access or protection from unauthorized access.

8. Amendments to the Terms of Service

• Duniyastar.in reserves the right to amend these Terms as necessary to stay in line with Indian law and evolving digital standards. Users will be notified of major changes, and continued use of the platform implies acceptance.

9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• Jurisdiction: These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Warangal, Telangana.
• Dispute Resolution: In case of disputes, users must file complaints exclusively in the local courts of Warangal. We encourage users to contact our support team to resolve any issues amicably before pursuing legal action.

10. Contact Information

• Support: For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at support@duniyastar.com/in.