Effective Date: 21 Dec 2024
Terms and Conditions for Bombay Founders’ Club (BFC)
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Welcome to Bombay Founders’ Club (BFC). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website www.bombayfoundersclub.com (the “Site”) and your membership in the Bombay Founders’ Club (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By using our Site or applying for membership, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms.
Please read these Terms carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Site or apply for membership.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Site, or applying for membership in Bombay Founders’ Club, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Site or submit a membership application. We may revise these Terms at any time without prior notice by updating this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
2. Eligibility for Membership
To become a member of Bombay Founders’ Club, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a founder or co-founder of a company, or hold a senior leadership position within a startup.
- Be at least 13 years old, or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction.
- Complete the membership application form on the Site, providing truthful and accurate information.
By submitting your membership application, you confirm that you meet these criteria and agree to provide true, accurate, and complete information in the application form.
3. Membership Application and Approval Process
- Application Form: To apply for membership, you must complete the membership application form available on the Site. The form may request personal and business information, including your name, company details, and professional background.
- Scrutiny and Approval: After submitting your application, your details will be reviewed by our team. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application at our discretion. Membership is subject to approval based on the application details and our criteria.
- Membership Acceptance: If your membership application is approved, you will receive a confirmation email, and your membership will be activated.
4. Membership Fees
Bombay Founders’ Club may charge a membership fee for access to the community and its benefits. The details of the membership fees, including any applicable taxes, will be provided during the membership application process. Fees are non-refundable and must be paid in full to activate your membership.
5. Use of the Site and Community
As a member, you agree to use the Site and participate in the community for lawful and respectful purposes. You agree not to:
- Harassment or Discrimination: Engage in any conduct that is discriminatory, harassing, or offensive towards other members.
- Violations of Laws: Use the Site or participate in the community in violation of any local, state, national, or international laws.
- Inappropriate Content: Submit content or materials that are illegal, defamatory, obscene, or infringing on intellectual property rights.
- Spamming or Solicitation: Engage in unsolicited advertising, promotions, or sales efforts, including spam or other forms of commercial solicitation.
6. Code of Conduct
As a member of the Bombay Founders’ Club, you are expected to adhere to our community guidelines, which include:
- Respecting other members and their businesses.
- Engaging in constructive and professional discussions.
- Supporting and contributing to the community by sharing valuable insights and knowledge.
- Maintaining confidentiality of any sensitive or proprietary information shared within the community.
7. Intellectual Property
- Ownership: All content provided on the Site, including text, images, videos, logos, and other materials, is the property of Bombay Founders’ Club and is protected by intellectual property laws.
- User-Generated Content: By submitting any content to the Site (such as forum posts, comments, or event materials), you grant Bombay Founders’ Club a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, modify, and distribute that content for the purposes of operating the community.
8. Privacy Policy
Your use of the Site and membership in Bombay Founders’ Club is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be found at www.bombayfoundersclub.com/privacy-policy. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in the Privacy Policy.
9. Termination of Membership
Bombay Founders’ Club reserves the right to suspend or terminate your membership at any time if:
- You violate these Terms and Conditions.
- You engage in illegal or harmful activities.
- Your conduct is disruptive to the community or in breach of our Code of Conduct.
Upon termination, you will lose access to all membership benefits, and no refunds will be issued.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bombay Founders’ Club will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profit, goodwill, data, or business opportunities arising from your use of the Site or participation in the community.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Bombay Founders’ Club, its affiliates, employees, agents, and officers from any claims, losses, liabilities, or damages arising from your violation of these Terms, your use of the Site, or your participation in the community.
12. Changes to Terms and Conditions
We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically to ensure you are aware of any changes.
13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration under the rules of [Arbitration Provider], with proceedings conducted in [City, Country].
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
Bombay Founders’ Club (BFC)
Email: info@bombayfoundersclub.com
Phone: +91 900 404 0882
Address: 904, Trade World C, Kamala Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400013
Thank you for being part of the Bombay Founders’ Club community!
