These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the FoundLanes website foundlanes.com (the “Site”), including its content, features, and services (together, the “Platform”). By using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, you must stop using the Platform immediately.
1. Definitions
For the purposes of these Terms:
- “Company,” “we,” “our,” “us” refers to FoundLanes.
- “User,” “you,” “your” means any person accessing or using the Platform.
- “User Content” refers to text, images, videos, or other material submitted or uploaded by a User.
- “Subscription Services” means paid or premium services offered through the Platform.
2. About FoundLanes
FoundLanes is dedicated to providing a reliable and transparent platform for startup news, insights, and community engagement. Protecting your privacy is not just a legal obligation for us—it is a responsibility we take seriously.
While our primary audience is in India, we maintain international standards to ensure the safety and privacy of users worldwide. This Policy serves both as a legal disclosure and a commitment to handle your personal information responsibly.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Platform, you accept and agree to comply with these Terms. We may update or modify these Terms at any time by posting the revised version on the Site. Continued use of the Platform after updates means you accept the new Terms.
4. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use the Platform. If you are under 18, you may only use the Platform under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who accepts these Terms on your behalf.
5. License to Use
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Platform for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any part of the Platform without our prior written consent.
6. User Accounts
Some features may require you to create an account.
- You must provide accurate and up-to-date information.
- You are responsible for keeping your account and password secure.
- You must notify us immediately of unauthorized access or security breaches.
7. User Content
7.1 Ownership and License
You retain ownership of your User Content. By posting or submitting it, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, transferable license to use, display, and distribute it for business and promotional purposes.
7.2 Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your User Content and confirm that you have all rights to post it. You agree not to upload anything unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or infringing on third-party rights.
7.3 Our Rights
We may monitor or remove User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise inappropriate, without prior notice.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on the Platform, including text, graphics, images, and software (“Our Content”), is owned by FoundLanes or licensed to us.
- Our trademarks and logos may not be used without written consent.
- You may not copy, republish, or create derivative works from Our Content without permission.
9. Prohibited Use
You agree not to:
- Use the Platform for unlawful purposes.
- Upload or distribute viruses, malware, or harmful code.
- Post false, misleading, or infringing content.
- Attempt unauthorized access to the Platform or user accounts.
- Collect data from other users without consent.
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without approval.
10. Subscription and Payments
Certain services may require payment or subscription.
- You agree to pay all applicable fees and taxes.
- Payments are processed through secure third-party gateways.
- Subscriptions may automatically renew unless canceled before the renewal date.
11. Refunds and Cancellations
- Refunds are only provided in cases of duplicate payment or technical errors.
- Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the renewal date to avoid charges for the next cycle.
- We may suspend or terminate services if you breach these Terms.
12. Disclaimers
The Platform and its content are made available on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we strive to provide accurate and reliable information, we do not guarantee that the Platform will always be error-free, uninterrupted, or fully secure. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, FoundLanes, along with its affiliates, partners, and employees, shall not be held responsible for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of profits, data, business opportunities, or goodwill resulting from your use of the Platform. In any case, our total liability will never exceed the amount you paid (if any) for subscription services.
14. Indemnification
By using the Platform, you agree to indemnify and defend FoundLanes, its affiliates, and its employees against any claims, damages, losses, or expenses that arise from:
- Your use or misuse of the Platform,
- Your violation of these Terms, or
- Any content or information you upload, post, or share on the Platform.
15. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, without prior notice, if you violate these Terms or misuse our services. In such cases, certain provisions such as intellectual property, limitation of liability, and indemnification will continue to remain in effect even after termination.
16. Privacy and Cookies
Your personal data is collected, stored, and processed in line with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we protect your information. By continuing to use the Platform, you also consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and deliver relevant services.
You can also read our Privacy Policy for details on how we handle your data and user information.
17. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may include links to websites or services operated by third parties. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of such external websites. If you choose to access them, you do so at your own risk.
18. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the use of our Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Delhi, India. Before initiating formal legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt to resolve disputes with us through informal communication.
19. Force Majeure
We shall not be held liable for any delay, interruption, or failure to perform our obligations if such issues are caused by events beyond our reasonable control. These may include natural disasters, government actions, labor disputes, technical failures, or other unforeseen circumstances.
20. Miscellaneous
- Assignment: We may assign our rights under these Terms without restriction. You may not assign your rights without consent.
- Severability: If any clause is found invalid, the remaining Terms remain enforceable.
- No Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision does not waive future enforcement.
- Entire Agreement: These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, represent the complete agreement between you and us.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms:
📧 Email: contact@foundlanes.com
🏢 Address: 6/98, U/G/F DhobiWara, Shahdara, East Delhi, DL 110032, India