1. ABOUT MY TERMS
1.1. Thank you so much for visiting my website – the Site (www.MaheshaRice.com). These Terms explain how you may use this Site.
1.2. References in these Terms to the Site include all associated web pages, content, features, and services provided on the website.
1.3. You should read these Terms carefully before using the Site.
1.4. By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, or by otherwise indicating your consent, you agree to be bound by these Terms and the documents referred to in them.
1.5. If you do not agree with or accept any of these Terms, you should stop using the Site immediately.
1.6. If you have any questions about the Site, please contact me at mahesha@mahesharice.com.
1.7. Definitions
In these Terms, the following definitions apply:
- Content: Any text, images, video, audio, or other multimedia content, software, or other information or material submitted to or on the Site.
- Terms: These terms and conditions of use as updated from time to time under clause 14.
- Acceptable Use Policy: The policy set out at the end of these Terms.
- Cookie Policy: The policy that governs how I use cookies on the Site.
- I, me, or my: Refers to Mahesha Rice, 22 Hawthorn Way, Hellingly, East Sussex, BN27 4FQ, UK.
- Online Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Goods or Services: Terms and conditions that apply when you order goods or services using the Site.
- Privacy Policy: The policy that governs how I process any personal data collected from you.
- Submission: Any text, images, video, audio, or other multimedia content, software, or information submitted by you or other users to the Site.
- You or Your: The person accessing or using the Site or its Content.
1.8. Your use of the Site also means that you must comply with my Acceptable Use Policy, Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Online Terms and Conditions for the Supply of Goods or Services, where applicable.
2. USING THE SITE
2.1. The Site is for your personal use only.
2.2. You agree that you are solely responsible for any costs and expenses you may incur in relation to your use of the Site.
2.3. I seek to make the Site as accessible as possible. If you have any difficulties using the Site, please contact me at mahesha@mahesharice.com.
2.4. I may prevent or suspend your access to the Site if you do not comply with any part of these Terms, any documents to which they refer, or any applicable law.
3. OWNERSHIP, USE, AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
3.1. This Site and all intellectual property rights in it, including but not limited to any Content, are owned by me. Intellectual property rights mean rights such as copyright, trademarks, domain names, design rights, database rights, patents, and all other intellectual property rights of any kind, whether registered or unregistered, anywhere in the world. I reserve all rights in any intellectual property in connection with these Terms.
3.2. Nothing in these Terms grants you any legal rights to the Site other than as necessary to enable you to access it.
4. SUBMITTING INFORMATION TO THE SITE
4.1. While I try to ensure the security of the Site, I cannot guarantee the security of any information you submit. Therefore, I cannot guarantee that it will be kept confidential. For that reason, you should not submit any information that you regard as confidential, commercially sensitive, or valuable.
4.2. I may use any Submissions as I see fit, on a free-of-charge basis. I shall not be legally responsible to you or anyone else for any use of Submissions.
5. ACCURACY OF INFORMATION AND AVAILABILITY OF THE SITE
5.1. While I strive to ensure the Site is accurate, up-to-date, and free from bugs, I cannot promise that it will be. Any reliance you place on the information on this Site is at your own risk.
5.2. I may suspend or terminate operation of the Site at any time as I see fit.
5.3. Content is provided for your general information purposes only and does not constitute technical, financial, legal, or any other type of advice. It should not be relied upon for any purposes.
5.4. I do not promise that the Site will be available at all times or that its use will be uninterrupted.
6. HYPERLINKS AND THIRD-PARTY SITES
6.1. The Site may contain hyperlinks or references to third-party websites. These are provided for your convenience only. I have no control over third-party websites and accept no responsibility for their content, materials, or information. The display of any hyperlink does not mean I endorse the third-party website, its products, or services. Your use of third-party sites may be governed by their terms and conditions.
7. ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
7.1. As a condition of your use of the Site, you agree:
7.1.1. Not to use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms.
7.1.2. Not to use the Site for committing fraud or distributing harmful software.
7.1.3. Not to use the Site for promoting unsolicited advertising, sending spam, or engaging in phishing.
7.1.4. Not to disrupt the operation of the Site or the websites/businesses of others.
7.1.5. Not to promote unlawful activity or harm minors.
7.1.6. Not to represent that I endorse any third-party products, services, or businesses, unless I have agreed to do so in writing.
7.1.7. Not to use the Site to gain unauthorized access to networks, systems, or data.
7.1.8. Not to attempt to circumvent authentication methods or password security.
8. INTERACTIVE SERVICES
8.1. I may offer interactive services on the Site, such as areas where you can comment on Content.
8.2. I am not obliged to monitor or moderate Submissions but will do so at my discretion. Where moderation occurs, I will provide instructions on how to contact me regarding any concerns.
8.3. I reserve the right to remove or edit any Submissions at my discretion.
9. SUBMISSION STANDARDS
9.1. Any Submission or communication you make must be accurate, lawful, and decent. You warrant that:
9.1.1. The Submission is your own original work and lawfully submitted.
9.1.2. The Submission is factually accurate or your genuinely held belief.
9.1.3. You have obtained necessary consent from third parties involved.
9.1.4. The Submission is not defamatory or likely to cause defamation.
9.1.5. The Submission is not offensive, obscene, discriminatory, or deceptive.
10. LINKING AND FRAMING
10.1. You may link to my Site, but not in a way that:
10.1.1. Creates a frame around my Site’s content.
10.1.2. Implies I endorse your products or services.
10.1.3. Uses my trademarks or logos without permission.
10.1.4. Links from a site that does not meet the Acceptable Use requirements.
10.2. I reserve the right to require you to remove any link at any time.
11. USING MY NAME AND LOGO
11.1. You may not use my trademarks, logos, or trade names except as permitted by these Terms.
12. BREACH
12.1. In case of breach of these Terms, I may suspend or terminate your access to the Site, remove Submissions, or take other necessary actions.
13. LIMITATION ON MY LIABILITY
13.1. Except as required by law (such as for death or personal injury), I am not responsible for:
13.1.1. Losses that were not foreseeable or caused by a breach on my part.
13.1.2. Business losses.
14. VARIATION
I reserve the right to vary these Terms at any time. Any updates will be displayed on the Site. By continuing to use the Site after changes are made, you agree to the new terms. You are responsible for reviewing the Terms regularly.
15. DISPUTES
15.1. I will try to resolve any disputes with you promptly.
15.2. If you are unhappy, please contact me immediately.
15.3. Any legal proceedings will be under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
15.4. The laws of England and Wales apply to these Terms.