1. Introduction

These Terms of Use ("Terms") are a legal agreement between you ("User", "you" or "your") and the Human Rights & Anti-Corruption Bureau of India (HRACBI), a non-profit organization. By accessing or using any part of this website (hracbi.com) or HRACBI services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the website or services.

2. Scope of Services

HRACBI provides public-facing information, awareness materials, volunteer and membership programs, public grievance assistance, complaint-filing guidance, training, advocacy, and related non-profit activities (collectively, the "Services"). HRACBI does not provide financial payment processing, banking, or merchant payment aggregation services.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to register for membership or use certain Services. By registering you represent that you have capacity to form a legally binding agreement.

4. User Accounts

If you create an account on the website you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. Notify HRACBI immediately if you suspect unauthorized use.

5. Acceptable Use

Users must use the Services lawfully and respectfully. Prohibited conduct includes fraud, impersonation, posting abusive, defamatory, obscene, or illegal material, and any action that harms HRACBI, its members, or third parties.

6. Code of Conduct (Volunteers & Members)

HRACBI expects volunteers, members, and contributors to follow this Code of Conduct:

• Act with integrity, neutrality, and respect for human dignity.
• Follow local laws and HRACBI internal policies while representing HRACBI.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information shared during casework or training.
• Not engage in harassment, discrimination, or abuse.
• Report conflicts of interest and recuse oneself from activities where impartiality is compromised.
• Comply with any background checks or training mandated by HRACBI for specific roles.

7. Content & Intellectual Property

All original content on the site (text, images, logos) is owned or licensed by HRACBI. You may view and download material for personal, non-commercial use, provided you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. Re-use, republication, or commercial use requires HRACBI's prior written permission.

8. Submissions

Any content you submit (complaints, reports, feedback) is provided voluntarily. By submitting you grant HRACBI a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, reproduce, adapt, publish and distribute the submission for the purpose of providing Services, advocacy, or awareness, in anonymized or aggregated form where appropriate.

9. Complaints, Grievance Redressal & Data Requests

For complaints or privacy concerns please contact HRACBI's Grievance Officer / DPO:

HRACBI will acknowledge grievances and aim to respond within a reasonable timeframe. For privacy-specific requests (access, correction, deletion) please specify "Privacy Request" in the subject line.

10. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

The site and Services are provided "as is" and HRACBI makes no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. To the maximum extent permitted by law, HRACBI, its officers, volunteers, and employees are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site.

11. Third-Party Links

The website may include links to third-party sites. HRACBI does not endorse and is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

12. Donations (if applicable)

HRACBI may accept donations. Donations are voluntary; HRACBI will provide receipts where applicable. Donations do not create membership or governance rights unless expressly stated.

13. Privacy

Use of HRACBI's Services is also governed by HRACBI's Privacy Policy, available at /privacy_policy.html.

14. Modification & Termination

HRACBI may modify these Terms at any time by publishing the updated Terms on the website. Continued use after modifications constitutes acceptance. HRACBI may suspend or terminate access for violations.

15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any dispute arising hereunder will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Bengaluru / Belagavi, India.

16. Contact & Acceptance

For general enquiries or to accept these terms, contact:

Last updated: 2025-12-05