Terms & Services

Terms of Service – Thavvam

Last Updated: [Insert Date]

Welcome to Thavvam (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website http://thavvam.com/ (the “Service”), you agree to comply with these Terms of Service. If you disagree, please refrain from using our website.

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By using Thavvam, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old or accessing the site under parental supervision.
• You agree to abide by all applicable laws and these Terms.

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2. User Responsibilities

You agree not to:

• Post unlawful, abusive, or defamatory content in comments or forums.
• Use automated tools (e.g., scrapers, bots) to extract data without permission.
• Impersonate others or share false information.
• Engage in spamming, hacking, or disrupting the website’s functionality.

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3. Intellectual Property

• Our Content: All articles, images, logos, and graphics are owned by Thavvam or licensed to us. You may share content with proper attribution and a link back to our site.
• User-Generated Content: Comments or forum posts become public. We reserve the right to remove content violating our policies.

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4. Disclaimer of Warranties

• News & Articles: Content is for general informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee completeness or timeliness.
• Stock Market Content: Not financial advice. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
• Astrology/Science/Movies: Opinions expressed are for cultural, educational, or entertainment purposes only.
• Gadget Reviews: Based on our analysis; individual experiences may vary.

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5. Third-Party Links & Ads

• Our site may contain links to external websites or ads served by Google AdSense. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or accuracy.
• Clicking third-party links is at your own risk.

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6. Limitation of Liability

Thavvam and its team will not be liable for:

• Errors, omissions, or delays in content.
• Losses/damages arising from website use (e.g., financial decisions based on stock market articles).
• Technical issues (e.g., downtime, viruses).

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7. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Restrict access to users violating these Terms.
• Remove comments or accounts without prior notice.

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8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by Indian law. Disputes will be resolved in courts located in [Insert Jurisdiction, e.g., Chennai, Tamil Nadu].

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9. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the site after changes implies acceptance.

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10. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, email admin@thavvam.com or visit our Contact Page.

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Key Compliance Notes for AdSense

1. Prohibited Content: Ensure user comments/moderation aligns with AdSense policies (no hate speech, violence, or adult content).
2. Disclaimers: Explicitly clarify that stock market/astrology content is not professional advice.
3. Copyright: State that users must respect intellectual property (protects against DMCA issues).

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Implementation Tips

1. Link Placement: Add the Terms of Service link to your footer alongside Privacy Policy and About Us.
2. Local Laws: Include compliance with Indian IT Act, 2000, if applicable.
3. Clarity: Avoid overly legal jargon; keep language simple for broader accessibility.

Let me know if you need adjustments or a Disclaimer Page to further separate liability for specific topics (e.g., astrology, stock market)!