Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Welcome to Hummand Bio. By accessing or using our website (hummand.bio) and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing hummand.bio, creating an account, or purchasing programs, you confirm that:

You are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in India
You accept these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and our Returns Policy

2. Educational Purpose Only - NOT Medical or Therapeutic Services

CRITICAL DISCLAIMER: Hummand Bio provides educational content, self-reflection tools, and mindfulness programs designed to support personal development and well-being. We do NOT provide:

Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Psychotherapy, counseling, or clinical mental health services
Psychiatric care or medication management
Crisis intervention or emergency mental health support

Our content is NOT a substitute for professional mental health care. If you are experiencing severe distress, thoughts of self-harm, suicidal ideation, or clinical mental health symptoms, please contact a licensed psychiatrist, psychologist, or mental health professional immediately. In emergencies, call emergency services (India: 112) or a crisis helpline.

3. Use of Services

Permitted Use

You may use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes, including:

Reading articles and educational content
Taking self-assessment quizzes
Enrolling in and completing mindfulness programs
Contacting us with questions or feedback

Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

Copy, reproduce, distribute, or resell our content without written permission
Use our content for commercial purposes (e.g., training programs, courses) without a license
Reverse-engineer, decompile, or modify our website or programs
Scrape, harvest, or collect data from our website using automated tools
Impersonate Hummand Bio or misrepresent your affiliation with us
Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
Use our services for any illegal, fraudulent, or harmful activity

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on hummand.bio—including articles, programs, images, logos, designs, and code—is owned by Hummand Bio or licensed to us and is protected by Indian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

Your License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our content for personal, educational purposes only.
Restrictions: You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works from our content without prior written consent.
User Content: If you submit feedback, testimonials, or other content to us, you grant us a perpetual, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content.

5. Program Enrollment & Payment

Pricing: All program prices are listed in Indian Rupees (INR) and are subject to change without notice. Current pricing is displayed on our Programs page.
Payment: We accept payments via secure third-party payment processors. You agree to provide accurate payment information and authorize the charge.
Access: Upon successful payment, you will receive lifetime access to the purchased program materials unless otherwise specified.
No Sharing: Program access is for individual use only. You may not share login credentials or program content with others.

6. Refunds & Cancellations

Our refund policy is detailed in our Returns Policy. In summary:

7-day refund window for digital programs
Refunds granted only if less than 25% of content has been consumed
Refund requests must be submitted via email

7. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

No Warranties

Our website and services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to:

Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
Fitness for a particular purpose
Uninterrupted or error-free operation
Specific outcomes, results, or benefits

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Indian law, Hummand Bio, its founders, employees, and affiliates shall NOT be liable for:

Any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, or opportunities
Personal injury, emotional distress, or mental health deterioration resulting from use (or misuse) of our content
Damages arising from reliance on our educational content in place of professional care

Our maximum liability for any claim related to our services shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific program or service in question, or ₹5,000 (INR), whichever is lower.

No Guarantee of Results

We make NO guarantees or promises regarding specific outcomes, mental health improvements, or life changes from using our programs. Results vary based on individual effort, circumstances, and factors beyond our control.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hummand Bio and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use or misuse of our services
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights (e.g., intellectual property infringement)

9. Privacy & Data Protection

We handle your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. By using our services, you consent to data collection and use as described in that policy.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of third-party sites. Use them at your own risk.

11. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect legal, operational, or service changes. Material changes will be communicated via:

Email notification (if you have an account)
Prominent notice on our website

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree with the changes, you must stop using our services.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, without notice, for:

Violation of these Terms
Fraudulent, illegal, or harmful activity
Non-payment for services
Any reason we deem necessary to protect our business or users

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [email protected]. Termination does not entitle you to refunds beyond our stated Returns Policy.

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

14. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute:

Informal Resolution: Contact us first at [email protected] to attempt resolution.
Mediation: If informal resolution fails, we agree to attempt mediation before pursuing litigation.
Litigation: Only after exhausting informal and mediation efforts may either party pursue legal action in Bengaluru courts.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Returns Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hummand Bio regarding use of our services and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.

17. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices related to these Terms:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91 98765 43210
Address: Hummand Bio, 2nd Floor, Example Plaza, 100 MG Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001, India

By using Hummand Bio services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.