1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Mithilaipatti website (mithilaipatti.in), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must immediately discontinue using the website.

These terms may be modified at any time without notice. Your continued use of the website indicates acceptance of modified terms.

2. Use License & Grant

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Modify, copy, or distribute website content without permission
• Use the website for commercial purposes (except through authorized partnerships)
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or access underlying source code
• Remove copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Mirror, duplicate, or "frame" the website on another platform
• Interfere with or disrupt website functionality or servers
• Engage in data scraping, automated downloading, or bot activities
• Use the website to develop competing products or services

3. User Conduct & Prohibited Activities

You agree to use the website responsibly and not to:

• Post or transmit illegal, obscene, defamatory, or harassing content
• Submit malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Engage in spam, phishing, or social engineering attacks
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
• Violate intellectual property or privacy rights of others
• Cause distress or inconvenience through abusive behavior
• Disrupt normal dialogue or community interactions
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

4. Content Accuracy & Disclaimers

4.1 Tourism Information

While we strive to provide accurate information about Mithilaipatti, its temples, churches, festivals, and tourist attractions:

• Information may change without notice (hours, dates, contact details)
• Festival dates, event timings, and special occasions may vary annually
• We recommend verifying details directly with local authorities or businesses
• We are not responsible for cancelled events, closed attractions, or changed hours
• Travel is at your own risk; follow local guidelines and safety protocols

4.2 General Disclaimer

The materials on this website are provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind. We make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding:

• Accuracy, completeness, or currency of website content
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of intellectual property or third-party rights
• Error-free operation or uninterrupted service

5. Limitation of Liability

6. Contact Form & Communication

6.1 Form Submission

By submitting our contact form, you:

• Consent to our Privacy Policy and data handling practices
• Confirm that information provided is accurate and truthful
• Authorize us to respond via email or phone
• Acknowledge that response time is typically 7-10 business days

6.2 Spam & Abuse Prevention

We reserve the right to:

• Filter or block suspicious submissions
• Implement rate limiting to prevent spam
• Block IP addresses or users engaging in abuse
• Report malicious activity to appropriate authorities

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, videos, audio, designs, graphics, and software, is the intellectual property of Mithilaipatti or its content suppliers, protected by Indian and international copyright laws.

You may view content for personal, non-commercial use only. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification is prohibited.

8. Third-Party Links & External Content

Our website contains links to third-party websites (Google Maps, Booking.com, Wikipedia, tourist portals). We:

• Do not control or endorse external websites
• Are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices
• Recommend reviewing their terms before using their services
• Are not liable for issues arising from external links

9. Affiliate Relationships

We include affiliate links to Booking.com for Mithilai Eco Stay and other services. We may earn commission from qualified bookings. This does not affect pricing for you. Affiliate relationships do not influence editorial content or recommendations.

10. Admin Login & Analytics Widget

Our website includes an admin login feature for website management purposes. This feature is:

• Intended for authorized administrators only
• Not available for public use
• Subject to separate security and privacy protocols
• Protected by session timeouts for security

11. Service Interruption & Availability

While we strive for continuous availability, we do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We reserve the right to:

• Perform maintenance without notice
• Modify or discontinue features
• Restrict access due to technical issues or security concerns
• Take the website offline for updates

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Mithilaipatti harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Violation of applicable laws
• Infringement of third-party rights

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of India, specifically Tamil Nadu state. Both parties consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Sivagangai, Tamil Nadu.

14. Dispute Resolution

In case of disputes:

1. First, contact us directly: contact@mithilaipatti.in
2. We will attempt to resolve within 30 days
3. If unresolved, either party may pursue legal remedies through Tamil Nadu courts

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Mithilaipatti regarding your use of the website. Any prior understandings or agreements are superseded.

17. Policy Updates

We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Material changes will be announced via:

• Prominent notice on the website
• Email to registered users (if applicable)
• Updated "Last Updated" date on this page

Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of updated terms.

18. Contact for Questions

For questions about these Terms & Conditions:

• Email: contact@mithilaipatti.in
• Phone: +91 84389 22674
• Address: Mithilaipatti, Sivagangai District, Tamil Nadu 622409, India
• Response Time: 7-10 business days

19. Compliance with Laws

This website complies with applicable Indian laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

• Information Technology Act, 2000 (ITA)
• India Data Protection Act
• Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) regulations
• Consumer Protection Act, 2019