Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to SikhBabyNames.in ("we," "our," "us," or the "Website"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

2.1 Our Service

SikhBabyNames.in provides a comprehensive database of Sikh baby names with meanings derived from Gurbani and Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Our services include:

• Searchable database of Sikh baby names
• Detailed meanings and Gurbani references
• Gender-based name categorization
• User account creation and name bookmarking
• Educational content about Sikh naming traditions

2.2 Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend or restrict access for maintenance, updates, or other operational reasons.

2.3 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our service at any time without prior notice. We are not liable for any modifications or discontinuation of services.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you must:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Be at least 13 years of age (or have parental consent)
• Use the account only for lawful purposes

3.2 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for:

• All activities that occur under your account
• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
• Ensuring your account information remains current and accurate

3.3 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms or engage in activities that harm our service or other users.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our website for:

• Personal, non-commercial research of Sikh baby names
• Educational purposes related to Sikh culture and naming traditions
• Sharing name suggestions with family and friends
• Creating personal lists of favorite names

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Use our service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt our service or servers
• Use automated tools to scrape or download our content
• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
• Post or transmit any harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

4.3 Commercial Use Restrictions

Commercial use of our content requires explicit written permission. This includes but is not limited to:

• Selling or licensing our name database
• Using our content in commercial applications
• Incorporating our data into paid services

5. Content and Disclaimers

5.1 Name Meanings and Accuracy

5.2 Cultural and Religious Sensitivity

We approach Sikh naming traditions with respect and reverence. However:

• Interpretations of Gurbani may vary among scholars
• Cultural practices may differ across communities
• We encourage consultation with religious authorities for important decisions

5.3 Name Uniqueness

We do not guarantee the uniqueness of any names in our database. Many names may be common or used by others. We recommend:

• Conducting your own research on name popularity
• Considering family and cultural preferences
• Consulting with community elders or religious leaders

5.4 Educational Purpose

Our content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. We are not responsible for any decisions made based on the information provided on our website.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

All content on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by SikhBabyNames.in or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Gurbani Content

Gurbani verses and references from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji are sacred texts in the public domain. Our compilation, interpretation, and presentation of this content is our intellectual property.

6.3 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

6.4 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or logos without authorization
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Remove or alter any copyright notices

7. User-Generated Content

7.1 Your Content

If you submit content to our website (such as comments, reviews, or suggestions), you retain ownership of your content but grant us certain rights to use it.

7.2 License to Us

By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to:

• Use, reproduce, and display your content
• Modify your content for technical or editorial purposes
• Distribute your content in connection with our services

7.3 Content Standards

All user content must:

• Be respectful and appropriate
• Not violate any laws or third-party rights
• Not contain harmful or offensive material
• Be relevant to our services

7.4 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any user content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

8.1 Data Collection

We collect information as described in our Privacy Policy to provide and improve our services.

8.2 Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies as detailed in our Privacy Policy.

8.3 Third-Party Services

Our website may include third-party services (such as Google AdSense) that have their own privacy policies.

9. Third-Party Services

9.1 Advertising

We use Google AdSense and other advertising services to display ads on our website. These services have their own terms and privacy policies.

9.2 Analytics

We use Google Analytics and similar services to understand how users interact with our website.

9.3 External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites.

9.4 No Endorsement

The inclusion of third-party services or links does not constitute an endorsement of their content or services.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Service Availability

We do not warrant that our service will be:

• Uninterrupted or error-free
• Free from viruses or harmful components
• Completely accurate or up-to-date
• Suitable for your specific needs

10.2 Limitation of Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits or revenue
• Loss of data or information
• Business interruption
• Personal injury or property damage

10.3 Maximum Liability

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of our service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim (or $100 if you haven't paid us anything).

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SikhBabyNames.in, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of our website or services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your user-generated content

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our services at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it through your account settings.

12.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services at any time, with or without cause, including if:

• You violate these Terms
• You engage in harmful or abusive behavior
• We are required to do so by law
• We decide to discontinue our services

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use our services ceases immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Provisions that should survive termination will continue to apply

13. Governing Law

13.1 Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Punjab, India.

13.3 Dispute Resolution

We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication. If formal proceedings are necessary, you agree to first attempt resolution through mediation before pursuing litigation.

14. Changes to Terms

14.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes may be necessary due to:

• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Changes to our services
• Security or safety concerns
• Business considerations

14.2 Notice of Changes

We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting updated Terms on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes
• Displaying prominent notices on our website

14.3 Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of our services after changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms or need to contact us for any reason, please reach out: