Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: June 08, 2018
Last updated – November 18, 2024

Welcome to Mind Help! These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website, mobile application, and services provided by Mind Help, owned and operated by Minds Journal Pvt Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

1. Eligibility

  • Minimum Age: You must be at least 13 years old to access or use the Services.
  • Compliance: You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Services complies with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws, rules, and regulations.

2. Services Overview

We provide mental health-related content, resources, and tools intended for informational purposes only. Mind Help does not provide professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified professional for personal health concerns.

3. User Accounts

  • Registration: Users may create an account to access certain features. You must provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration.
  • Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach.
  • Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms.

4. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  1. Engage in unlawful, abusive, or harmful behavior.
  2. Copy, distribute, or modify our content without permission.
  3. Use automated tools (e.g., bots) to access the Services.
  4. Upload or transmit harmful or malicious software.
  5. Exploit or misuse the platform in any unauthorized manner.

5. Intellectual Property

  • All content, logos, and trademarks on the platform are the exclusive property of Mind Help or its licensors.
  • You are granted a limited, revocable license to use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
  • Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification is prohibited.

6. User-Generated Content

  • Ownership: You retain ownership of content you submit, but grant Mind Help a royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, modify, and distribute it for service-related purposes.
  • Restrictions: Do not submit content that is defamatory, obscene, infringing, or violates any laws or third-party rights.

7. Privacy

Your use of our platform is subject to our Privacy Policy. By using the platform, you consent to data collection and processing as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

8. Limitation of Liability

  • Disclaimer: Our platform is provided “as-is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free services.
  • No Liability: To the extent permitted by law, Mind Help is not liable for damages resulting from the use or inability to use the platform.

We may include links to third-party websites or services for your convenience. Mind Help does not endorse or assume responsibility for external content or services.

10. Compliance with Google Policies

Our platform complies with Google’s Content Policies. Any use of the platform for activities that violate these policies is strictly prohibited.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes shall be resolved under the jurisdiction of courts located in West Bengal, India.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Address: FE 155 Sector 3, [City, State], India

14. Dispute Resolution

Disputes may be resolved through arbitration in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Users waive the right to participate in class actions or similar collective proceedings.

By using our platform, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these Terms and Conditions.

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Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Welcome to Mind Help, a digital platform owned and operated by Minds Journal Pvt Ltd. By accessing or using our website, mobile application, or related services (“Services”), you agree to these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to any part of these Terms, please refrain from using our platform.

1. Scope of Services

Mind Help provides educational content, tools, and resources related to mental health and wellness. Our Services are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified professional for any health-related concerns.

2. Eligibility

  1. Minimum Age: You must be at least 13 years old (or the minimum age required by local laws in your region) to use our Services.
  2. Compliance: You agree to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations when using the Services.
  3. Prohibited Access: Users previously suspended or removed from our platform are not permitted to use the Services.

3. User Accounts

  1. Registration: To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You must provide accurate and current information during registration.
  2. Account Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
  3. Account Security: Notify us immediately of unauthorized access or suspicious activity on your account.
  4. Termination Rights: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account for any breach of these Terms.

4. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  1. Violate any local, state, national, or international laws.
  2. Engage in activities that harm or exploit others, including but not limited to abusive, defamatory, or discriminatory behavior.
  3. Circumvent security measures, use bots, or attempt unauthorized access.
  4. Post or share content that infringes intellectual property rights or violates Google policies, including misleading content, spam, or harmful activities.

For a detailed list of prohibited content and behaviors, refer to Google’s Platform Policies.

5. Intellectual Property

  1. Ownership: All content, trademarks, and materials on the platform are owned by Minds Journal Pvt Ltd or its licensors.
  2. Limited License: You are granted a non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the platform for personal, non-commercial purposes.
  3. Restrictions: Copying, reproducing, or modifying our intellectual property without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.

6. User-Generated Content

  1. Ownership: You retain ownership of content you post but grant Mind Help a royalty-free, worldwide license to use, distribute, and display it.
  2. Content Guidelines: Ensure that your content complies with applicable laws and does not contain:
    • Harmful, abusive, or illegal material.
    • Inaccurate, misleading, or plagiarized information.
    • Content that violates privacy, intellectual property, or Google’s user-generated content policies.

We reserve the right to moderate or remove content that violates these guidelines.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. By using our Services, you agree to the collection, use, and processing of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Mind Help complies with:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union.
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users in California.
  • Other relevant global data protection laws.

8. Limitation of Liability

  1. Disclaimer: Our platform is provided “as-is” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
  2. Exclusions: We are not liable for:
    • Inaccuracies in content or interruptions in service.
    • Losses caused by unauthorized access, hacking, or malicious software.
    • Decisions made based on our content or resources.

9. Compliance with Google Policies

Our platform adheres to Google’s content and advertising policies, including:

  • Prohibition of misleading or harmful content.
  • Strict adherence to standards for advertising, monetization, and data collection.

We reserve the right to update our policies to maintain compliance with changes to Google’s guidelines.

10. Third-Party Links and Content

Our platform may feature links to third-party websites or resources. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content or practices of third-party sites. Use these links at your own risk and review their respective terms and privacy policies.

11. Termination of Service

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services without notice if you:

  1. Violate these Terms.
  2. Engage in activities that harm our platform, users, or reputation.

Upon termination, any rights granted under these Terms will cease immediately.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  1. Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of India, irrespective of conflict of law principles.
  2. Arbitration: Disputes will be resolved through arbitration in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Arbitration will occur in West Bengal, unless mutually agreed otherwise.
  3. Class Action Waiver: Users waive the right to participate in class actions or similar collective proceedings.

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Updates will be communicated via the platform or email. Continued use of the platform after changes are made signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Contact Information

For inquiries or issues related to these Terms, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]

15. Industry Best Practices

We are committed to:

  1. Maintaining transparency in data usage and content moderation.
  2. Protecting user privacy and security through robust measures.
  3. Ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for users worldwide.

Final Note

By using Mind Help, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not accept these Terms, please discontinue use of our platform.