Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: August 1, 2025
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the website www.partofu.in (the "Website") or engaging PartOfU ("we," "our," or "us") for any services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you," or "your") and PartOfU, enforceable under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and the Information Technology Act, 2000 (Section 10A).
You represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement. If you are acting on behalf of an organization, you represent that you are authorized to bind that organization to these Terms.
About PartOfU
PartOfU is a Content & Technology Studio that brings together content creation, technology development, and branding to help businesses scale, become visible, and stay remembered. We provide digital solutions including but not limited to brand strategy, brand identity design, web application development, website design, graphic design, content marketing, and SEO optimization.
Services
PartOfU offers the following categories of services ("Services"):
The specific scope, deliverables, timeline, and pricing for each engagement shall be defined in a separate Statement of Work ("SOW") or project proposal agreed upon by both parties before commencement of work.
Intellectual Property
Website Content
All content on this Website — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, animations, audio/video clips, designs, case studies, and underlying code — is the exclusive property of PartOfU or its content licensors and is protected under Indian copyright law, the IT Act, 2000, and international intellectual property treaties. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, or create derivative works from any Website content without our prior written consent.
Client Deliverables
Upon full and final payment for all agreed-upon Services, intellectual property rights in the final deliverables specifically created for the Client (such as custom designs, completed websites, or branded content) shall be transferred to the Client as specified in the respective SOW. Until full payment is received, all deliverables remain the property of PartOfU.
Pre-Existing Tools & Methodologies
PartOfU retains all rights to its pre-existing tools, frameworks, methodologies, proprietary code libraries, reusable components, and general know-how developed independently or before or during the project. Where such pre-existing materials are incorporated into client deliverables, the Client is granted a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free license to use them solely within the delivered project.
Portfolio Rights
Unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing, PartOfU reserves the right to display and reference completed project work in its portfolio, case studies, marketing materials, and social media for promotional purposes.
User Obligations
By using our Website and Services, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information when filling out contact forms or engaging our Services.
- Not use the Website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious purpose.
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website, its servers, or any connected systems.
- Not reproduce, scrape, data-mine, or reverse-engineer any portion of the Website or its content.
- Not transmit any virus, malware, or harmful code through or to our Website.
- Comply with all applicable Indian and international laws while using our Website and Services.
Project Engagement & Payment
Scope of Work
Each project engagement shall be governed by a mutually agreed Statement of Work (SOW) that clearly defines the scope, deliverables, timeline, milestones, and compensation. Any work beyond the defined scope ("scope creep") will require a separate agreement and may incur additional charges.
Payment Terms
- Payment schedules, milestones, and amounts shall be specified in the SOW or project proposal.
- Unless otherwise agreed, an advance payment is required before project commencement.
- All invoices are due within the timeframe specified in the SOW (typically 7–15 business days from invoice date).
- Late payments may attract an interest charge of 1.5% per month on the outstanding amount, or the maximum rate permitted under Indian law, whichever is lower.
Taxes
All fees quoted are exclusive of applicable taxes (including GST). The Client shall be responsible for all taxes, levies, and duties imposed by any governmental authority in connection with the Services.
Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary, sensitive, or non-public information shared during the course of the engagement ("Confidential Information"). Confidential Information includes, but is not limited to, business strategies, trade secrets, unpublished designs, financial data, customer lists, and technical specifications. Neither party shall disclose Confidential Information to any third party without the prior written consent of the disclosing party, except as required by law. This obligation of confidentiality shall survive the termination of any engagement for a period of 2 (two) years.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:
- PartOfU's total aggregate liability under any claim arising from or relating to our Services shall not exceed the total fees actually paid by the Client to PartOfU for the specific project or service giving rise to the claim.
- In no event shall PartOfU be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of revenue, loss of data, loss of business opportunity, or business interruption, however caused and regardless of the theory of liability.
- PartOfU shall not be liable for any delays, failures, or issues arising from the Client's failure to provide timely information, materials, feedback, or approvals required for the project.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PartOfU, its founders, team members, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in connection with: (a) your breach of these Terms; (b) your violation of any applicable law or regulation; (c) any content, materials, or information you provide to us that infringes upon the intellectual property or other rights of a third party; or (d) your misuse of the Website or Services.
Termination
Either party may terminate a project engagement under the following conditions:
- By Client: The Client may terminate the engagement by providing written notice. All fees for work completed up to the date of termination, plus any committed third-party costs, shall remain payable.
- By PartOfU: PartOfU reserves the right to terminate or suspend the engagement if the Client breaches these Terms, fails to make timely payments, or becomes unresponsive for more than 30 consecutive days without prior notice.
Upon termination, the provisions regarding Intellectual Property (Section 4), Confidentiality (Section 7), Limitation of Liability (Section 8), Indemnification (Section 9), and Governing Law (Section 12) shall survive and remain in effect.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and all content therein are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy. PartOfU does not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components. While we endeavor to deliver Services of the highest quality, we do not guarantee specific business outcomes, rankings, traffic, or revenue results from our Services.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the use of our Website or Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in India. The applicability of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) is expressly excluded.
Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services, both parties shall first attempt to resolve the matter through good-faith negotiation for a period of 30 days. If the dispute remains unresolved, it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, as amended. The arbitration shall be conducted by a sole arbitrator mutually agreed upon by both parties, and the seat of arbitration shall be in India. The language of arbitration shall be English. The arbitral award shall be final and binding on both parties.
Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay is caused by circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the affected party, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, government orders or restrictions, cyberattacks, internet outages, war, terrorism, or civil unrest. The affected party shall promptly notify the other party of the force majeure event and use commercially reasonable efforts to mitigate its impact.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving the original intent of the parties.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any applicable Statement of Work (SOW) or project proposal, constitute the entire agreement between you and PartOfU with respect to the use of the Website and Services. These Terms supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether written or oral.
Changes to These Terms
PartOfU reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time at its sole discretion. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Website or Services after such changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically. For existing project engagements, material changes to these Terms will be communicated directly to the Client.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:
Disclaimer: These Terms and Conditions have been prepared based on applicable Indian legal frameworks including the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. It is recommended that you consult with a qualified legal professional for review and to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws specific to your circumstances.