Last Updated: November 26, 2024
Welcome to Bollywood Life Gossip (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Site”). These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website located at bollywoodlifegossip.com, including all content, features, and services offered.
IMPORTANT: By accessing or using Bollywood Life Gossip, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
1.1 Binding Agreement
By accessing, browsing, or using Bollywood Life Gossip, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.
1.2 Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Check this page regularly to stay informed of any updates.
1.3 Additional Policies
These Terms incorporate by reference our:
- Privacy Policy – How we collect and use your data
- Disclaimer – Limitations on content accuracy
- DMCA Copyright Policy – Copyright infringement procedures
All policies together form the complete agreement between you and Bollywood Life Gossip.
2. Eligibility & Age Requirements
2.1 Minimum Age
You must be at least 13 years old to use Bollywood Life Gossip. If you are between 13 and 18 years old (or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction), you may only use the Site with the supervision and consent of a parent or legal guardian.
2.2 Parental Consent
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with information, please contact us immediately at bollywoodlifegossip(@)gmail.com.
2.3 Jurisdiction
By using this Site, you represent that:
- You are of legal age in your jurisdiction to form a binding contract
- You are not prohibited from using the Site under any applicable laws
- You will comply with these Terms and all local, state, national, and international laws
3. License to Use the Site
3.1 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use Bollywood Life Gossip for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.
3.2 Permitted Uses
You may:
- Read and browse articles, gossip, news, and entertainment content
- Share links to our content on social media
- Post comments (subject to Comment Policy below)
- Subscribe to newsletters and notifications
3.3 Prohibited Uses
You may NOT:
- Copy, reproduce, or republish our content without permission (except brief quotes with attribution)
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or copy content
- Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works
- Remove copyright notices, watermarks, or attribution
- Frame or mirror any part of the Site
- Use the Site for commercial purposes without written permission
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or databases
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site’s operation
- Collect user information without consent
- Impersonate any person or entity
Violation of prohibited uses may result in immediate termination of your access and potential legal action.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Our Content Ownership
Unless otherwise stated, Bollywood Life Gossip and/or its licensors own all intellectual property rights in:
- Original articles, news stories, and written content
- Website design, layout, and functionality
- Logos, branding, and trademarks
- Compiled data and databases
All rights are reserved.
4.2 Third-Party Content
Some content on our Site (images, videos, embedded social media posts) belongs to third parties. We use such content under:
- Fair use provisions (news reporting, commentary, criticism)
- Licensing agreements
- Embed codes provided by platforms (Twitter, Instagram, YouTube)
- Public domain or Creative Commons licenses
If you believe we’ve used your content improperly, see our DMCA Copyright Policy.
4.3 Limited Right to Share
You may share links to our articles on social media or your personal blog, provided you:
- Link directly to our Site (don’t copy full articles)
- Include proper attribution (“via Bollywood Life Gossip”)
- Do not imply endorsement or affiliation
5. User-Generated Content
5.1 Comment Policy
We allow users to post comments on articles. By posting a comment, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your comment.
5.2 Comment Guidelines
When posting comments, you agree NOT to post content that:
- Is defamatory, obscene, vulgar, or offensive
- Contains hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
- Violates anyone’s intellectual property rights
- Contains spam, advertising, or promotional content
- Includes personal information (yours or others’)
- Contains malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Violates any applicable laws
5.3 Moderation Rights
We reserve the right to:
- Remove, edit, or refuse to publish any comment
- Ban users who violate comment guidelines
- Report illegal activity to authorities
We are not responsible for user comments and do not endorse any opinions expressed by users.
5.4 No Obligation to Monitor
While we may moderate comments, we have no obligation to monitor all user content. You post comments at your own risk.
6. Third-Party Links & Services
6.1 External Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, and services. These links are provided for convenience only.
We are NOT responsible for:
- Content on external websites
- Privacy practices of third parties
- Products or services offered by third parties
- Any damages resulting from your use of external links
Use third-party links at your own risk and review their terms and privacy policies.
6.2 Affiliate Links
Some links on our Site are affiliate links. If you purchase products through these links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations.
6.3 Advertisements
We use third-party advertising services (including Google AdSense). Advertisers may use cookies and tracking technologies. We do not control these technologies or the ads displayed.
See our Privacy Policy for more information on advertising cookies.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
7.1 “AS IS” Basis
Bollywood Life Gossip is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
We do NOT warrant that:
- The Site will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The Site is free of viruses or harmful components
- Information is accurate, complete, or current
- Results from using the Site will meet your expectations
7.2 Content Accuracy
Entertainment news and gossip may contain:
- Rumors and speculation
- Unverified information
- Opinions and commentary
- Information that may become outdated
See our Disclaimer for full details on content limitations.
7.3 No Professional Advice
Content on this Site is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute:
- Legal advice
- Financial advice
- Medical advice
- Professional consultation of any kind
8. Limitation of Liability
8.1 No Liability for Damages
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Bollywood Life Gossip, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall NOT be liable for any:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, revenue, or data
- Business interruption
- Personal injury or property damage
- Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Site
This applies even if we’ve been advised of the possibility of such damages.
8.2 Maximum Liability Cap
In jurisdictions that do not allow exclusion of liability, our total liability to you for any claim shall not exceed:
₹1,000 (One Thousand Indian Rupees) OR $10 USD (whichever is greater)
8.3 Force Majeure
We are not liable for any failure or delay caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:
- Natural disasters
- War, terrorism, or civil unrest
- Government actions
- Internet or power failures
- Server outages or cyberattacks
9. Indemnification
9.1 Your Indemnification Obligation
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bollywood Life Gossip, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Your comments or user-generated content
- Your illegal or unauthorized use of the Site
9.2 Defense Rights
We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, and you agree to cooperate with our defense.
10. Termination
10.1 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without notice, for any reason, including:
- Violation of these Terms
- Suspected fraudulent or illegal activity
- Abuse of Site features
- At our sole discretion
10.2 Termination by You
You may terminate your use of the Site at any time by simply stopping your access. To remove your email from our newsletter list, use the unsubscribe link in any email.
10.3 Effects of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the Site ceases immediately
- Sections of these Terms that should survive (indemnification, disclaimers, limitations of liability) remain in effect
- We may delete your account and content (if applicable)
11. Privacy & Data Collection
11.1 Privacy Policy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
11.2 Consent to Data Collection
By using the Site, you consent to:
- Collection of browsing data (cookies, analytics)
- Newsletter emails (if you subscribe)
- Third-party advertising cookies (Google AdSense)
- Comment data storage (if you post comments)
See our Privacy Policy for opt-out options and data rights.
12. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
12.1 Applicable Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.
12.2 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your City/State, India].
(Note: Replace with your actual location – e.g., “courts located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India”)
12.3 International Users
If you access the Site from outside India, you are responsible for compliance with local laws. We make no representation that the Site is appropriate or available for use in other locations.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing any formal claim, you agree to contact us at bollywoodlifegossip(@)gmail.com to attempt informal resolution.
13.2 Arbitration Agreement
Any disputes not resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with Indian arbitration laws.
Arbitration shall take place in [Your City, India] in English language.
13.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to bring claims individually only, not as part of any class or representative action. Class arbitrations and class actions are not permitted.
14. Miscellaneous Provisions
14.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, and DMCA Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bollywood Life Gossip.
14.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.
14.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
14.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
14.5 Headings
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
14.6 Notices
Legal notices should be sent to: bollywoodlifegossip(@)gmail.com
15. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:
16. Acceptance
By using Bollywood Life Gossip, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms & Conditions and agree to be bound by them.
If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.
These Terms & Conditions are effective as of November 26, 2024, and apply to all users of Bollywood Life Gossip.
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