Terms of Use

Last updated: 2026-02-01

Kottapalli Conservation Foundation, operating under the name Bharat Virasat, (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a registered Section 8 company incorporated under the Companies Act and operating in India. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of our website, content, and services (the “Website”).

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Purpose of the Website

The Website is provided for:

• Sharing information about our mission, programs, and activities

• Facilitating donations, volunteering, and event participation

• Providing educational and awareness-related content

All content is provided for general informational purposes only.

2. Eligibility

You may use this Website if:

• You are at least 18 years old, or

• You are accessing the Website under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian

By using the Website, you represent that you are legally capable of entering into these Terms.

3. Use of Website

You agree to use the Website:

• Only for lawful purposes

• In a manner that does not violate any applicable laws or regulations

• Without infringing the rights of others

You agree not to:

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its systems

• Obstruct in any way other users from using the site in a lawful manner

• Upload or transmit harmful code, malware, or viruses

• Misuse contact forms or communication features

• Interfere with the Website’s operation or security

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Website—including text, images, logos, graphics, videos, and design—is the property of Kottapalli Conservation Foundation or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may:

• View, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use, when explicitly permitted by us

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish content without prior written permission

5. Donations and Payments

• Donations made through the Website are voluntary and non-refundable unless required by applicable law

• We use third-party payment processors to handle transactions

• We do not store full payment card details

By making a donation, you confirm that:

• The payment information provided is accurate

• You are authorized to use the payment method

6. Third-Party Services and Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for convenience only.

We:

• Do not control third-party websites

• Are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

7. User Submissions

If you submit content to us (such as feedback, photographs, scholarly content, messages, or testimonials):

• You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide right to use, reproduce, and publish such content for our not-for-profit purposes

• You confirm that the content does not violate any third-party rights

We reserve the right to remove or refuse any submissions at our discretion.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

We make no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Accuracy or completeness of content

• Availability or reliability of the Website

• Fitness for a particular purpose

We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free or uninterrupted.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Kottapalli Conservation Foundation shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Website

• Reliance on information provided on the Website

• Donations or third-party services

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Kottapalli Conservation Foundation, its trustees, directors, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising out of:

• Your use of the Website

• Your violation of these Terms of Use

11. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using the Website, you agree to the terms of the Privacy Policy.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

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

Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in India, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

13. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us using the Contact Us page available on this site.