TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. TERMS OF USE (TOU)

A. Acceptance:

  • These Terms of Use ("TOU") govern your access to and use of the website www.rayacollective.in ("Our Website"), including all content, tools, and services provided.

  • By accessing or using Our Website, or by clicking "I AGREE," "SUBMIT," or similar, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these TOU, creating a legally binding agreement between you and GS Ecommerce Private Limited ("DesignCafe/We/Us/Our").

  • These TOU incorporate our Privacy Policy, available on Our Website.

    B. Electronic Record:

  • These TOU are an electronic record under the Information Technology Act, 2000 (India).

  • C. Changes to TOU:

  • We may revise these TOU periodically. We will attempt to notify you of significant changes via email or contact information provided during registration.

  • Your continued use of Our Website after changes constitutes acceptance. If you disagree with changes, you must cease using Our Website and contact happiness@designcafe.com.

  • 1.4. Website Use at Your Risk:

    • Your use of Our Website is at your sole risk.

    • Our Website is provided "as is" and "as available," and we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

    • We do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of content, nor that Our Website will be error-free or uninterrupted.

    • We are not liable for any damages resulting from delays, failures, interruptions, or data corruption related to your use of Our Website.

2. GENERAL TERMS OF USE

  • 2.1. Ownership and Intellectual Property:

    • We retain all intellectual property rights in Our Website's content.

    • DesignCafe trademarks and logos are our property. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

    • No license is granted to use any trademarks or logos.

    • Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. We are not responsible for third-party content.

    • All content on Our Website is for personal, non-commercial use only. Reproduction or distribution without our permission is prohibited.

  • 2.2. Eligibility and Use:

    • You must be legally competent to enter into a contract to use Our Website.

    • If using Our Website on behalf of a legal entity, you warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity.

  • 2.3. Termination:

    • We may suspend or terminate your account for violations of these TOU.

    • We may discontinue services at any time.

    • Upon termination, we may delete your content without liability.

    • You remain liable for payments owed for services or products ordered before termination.

  • 2.4. Indemnity:

    • You agree to indemnify DesignCafe against any claims arising from your use of Our Website, including breaches of these TOU or violations of applicable laws.

  • 2.5. Limitation of Liability:

    • We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

    • Our total liability is limited to the value of your order.

  • 2.6. Entire Agreement:

    • These TOU constitute the entire agreement between you and DesignCafe.

  • 2.7. Non-Transferability:

    • Your account is non-transferable.

  • 2.8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction:

    • These TOU are governed by the laws of India.

    • The courts in Bengaluru, India, have exclusive jurisdiction.

  • 2.9. Contact Us:

    • Contact us at happiness@designcafe.com.

  • 2.10. User Content:

    • All user-submitted content becomes our property.

    • We have the right to use, reproduce, and distribute user content without compensation.

    • You warrant that your content does not violate any third-party rights or contain unlawful material.

    • We may monitor and remove user content.

3. SPECIFIC TERMS OF USE

  • PART I – INTERIOR SERVICES

    • 3.1. Fee Quotation and Payment:

      • Quoted rates are estimates and subject to change.

      • Payment schedule: 10% (non-refundable), 15% (non-refundable), 35% (non-refundable), 40% (non-refundable).

      • Prices exclude taxes.

      • Credit card payments incur a 2% surcharge.

      • Loan approvals are up to the financial entity.

    • 3.2. Delivery Time:

      • Production begins after 60% payment.

      • Delivery dates are estimates and may be affected by changes or unforeseen circumstances.

      • We are not responsible for delays caused by third parties.

    • 3.3. Delay in Completion:

      • Delays must be for the initial scope of work.

      • Delays must not be caused by external factors or client delays.

      • The site must be ready for installation.

    • 3.4. Cancellation, Returns, & Delays:

      • Returns are not accepted for non-manufacturing defects.

      • Customized items are non-returnable.

      • All payments are non-refundable.

    • 3.5. Disclaimer of Warranties:

      • We disclaim all warranties regarding service availability, accuracy, and reliability.

      • Manufacturer warranties still apply to products.

    • 3.6. Grievance Redressal:

      • Contact Amar Krishna Murthy at [email address removed] or 9844101444.

      • We will acknowledge complaints within 48 hours and redress them within one month.

  • PART II – SALE OF PRODUCTS

    • 3.7. Products Offered:

      • We offer furniture, décor, and related products.

      • Product sales are subject to our sales policies.

      • We do not warrant product content accuracy.

    • 3.8. Website as Platform:

      • We are a platform for transactions between you and sellers.

      • We are not responsible for seller performance or product quality.

      • We are not the seller.

      • Seller can cancel orders due to pricing errors.

      • Product appearance may vary.

      • Seller warranties apply to products.

      • Seller information is displayed on Our Website.

      • Seller contact information is provided upon request.

    • 3.9. Payment Facility:

      • Payments are processed through third-party providers.

      • You must provide accurate payment information.

      • We are not liable for unauthorized card use.

    • 3.10. Grievance Redressal:

      • Contact Amar Krishna Murthy at [email address removed] or 9844101444.

      • We will acknowledge complaints within 48 hours and redress them within one month.

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