Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using Mahadasha.com and our Vedic astrology services.
Last Updated: December 14, 2024
Agreement to Terms
Welcome to Mahadasha.com. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, applications, and Vedic astrology services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Important Disclaimer: Nature of Astrological Services
Please read this carefully:
- Reference Only: All astrological predictions, analyses, and insights provided by Mahadasha.com are for reference and personal interest purposes only. They should not be considered as absolute truth or guaranteed outcomes.
- No Guarantees: Astrology is an interpretive science based on ancient Vedic traditions. The results and predictions displayed on our platform are not confirmations of future events and may vary significantly from person to person.
- Personal Interpretation: Astrological insights are meant to serve as guidance and self-reflection tools. Individual experiences and outcomes may differ based on numerous life factors beyond astrological influences.
- Not Professional Advice: Our services do not constitute medical, legal, financial, psychological, or any other professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals for important life decisions.
- User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for how you interpret and apply the information provided. We encourage users to exercise their own judgment and discretion.
By using our Services, you acknowledge and accept that astrological readings are subjective interpretations based on traditional Vedic principles and should be treated as spiritual and philosophical guidance rather than definitive predictions.
Calculation Methods & Accuracy
All astrological calculations on Mahadasha.com are performed using established Vedic astrology methodologies and mathematical computations, including but not limited to:
- Parashari System: Traditional Vedic astrology principles from Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra
- KP (Krishnamurti Paddhati) Astrology: A precise system developed by Prof. K.S. Krishnamurti
- NC Lahiri Ayanamsa: The official Indian government ayanamsa for astronomical calculations
- Vimshottari Dasha: 120-year planetary period system based on Moon's nakshatra position
- Ashtottari, Yogini & other Dasha systems: Alternative timing techniques for comprehensive analysis
While we strive for mathematical accuracy in our calculations, the interpretation of results remains subject to the inherent nature of astrological science and individual practitioner perspectives.
Eligibility & User Accounts
Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years of age to use our Services. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use our Services.
Account Responsibility
If you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information during registration.
Accurate Birth Data
For accurate astrological calculations, you must provide truthful birth information (date, time, and place). Providing incorrect data will result in inaccurate readings, for which we cannot be held responsible.
Prohibited Activities
When using our Services, you agree NOT to:
- Use the Services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any laws
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user accounts
- Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of our Services
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or resell any portion of our Services without permission
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, etc.) to access our Services
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users or our staff
- Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
- Violate the intellectual property rights of others
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on Mahadasha.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Mahadasha.com or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:
- Modifying or copying our content without permission
- Using our content for commercial purposes
- Removing any copyright or proprietary notices
- Transferring content to another person or "mirroring" content on another server
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MAHADASHA.COM AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Any loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
- Any damages arising from your use or inability to use our Services
- Any decisions or actions you take based on astrological information provided
- Any third-party conduct or content on our platform
Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the Services shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
Disclaimer of Warranties
OUR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
- Warranties that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content
- Warranties that any defects will be corrected
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Mahadasha.com and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our Services at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that should survive termination shall survive, including ownership, warranty disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.
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 provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in India for the resolution of any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Services.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Services, you agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at dasha@mahadasha.com. We will make good faith efforts to resolve any dispute within 30 days.
If the dispute cannot be resolved informally, you agree to binding arbitration or, where applicable, small claims court proceedings.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: dasha@mahadasha.com
Website: mahadasha.com/contact
Also see our Privacy Policy for information about how we handle your data.