🕉️ Talapatram

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Talapatram website and service ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not use our Service.

Description of Service

Talapatram provides an AI-powered chatbot service focused on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), including:

• Conversational AI interface for learning about Vedas, Upanishads, Yoga, Ayurveda, and Indian philosophy
• Real-time responses to questions about ancient Indian wisdom
• Chat history storage and management
• Educational content related to Indian traditions

User Eligibility

• You must be at least 13 years old to use this App
• If you are under 18, you must have parental/guardian consent
• You represent that all information you provide is accurate

Acceptable Use

You May:

• ✅ Use the App for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes
• ✅ Ask questions about Indian Knowledge Systems
• ✅ Share insights gained from the App (with attribution)
• ✅ Provide feedback to improve the service

You May Not:

• ❌ Use the App for illegal or harmful purposes
• ❌ Attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or compromise the App
• ❌ Submit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• ❌ Use the App to harass, abuse, or harm others
• ❌ Impersonate others or provide false information
• ❌ Extract data through automated means (scraping, bots)
• ❌ Use the App to generate spam or misleading content
• ❌ Violate intellectual property rights
• ❌ Overload our servers with excessive requests

Content and Intellectual Property

AI-Generated Content

• Responses are generated by AI and may not always be accurate
• Content is for educational purposes and should not replace professional advice
• We do not claim ownership of questions you ask
• AI responses are provided "as-is" without guarantees of accuracy

App Content

• The App's code, design, and branding are protected by copyright
• "Talapatram" name and logo are our trademarks
• You may not copy, modify, or distribute the App without permission

User Content

• You retain ownership of your chat messages
• By using the App, you grant us a license to process your messages to provide the service
• You are responsible for the content you submit

Disclaimers and Limitations

No Professional Advice

Accuracy Disclaimer

• AI responses may contain errors or inaccuracies
• Information is sourced from general knowledge, not verified scholarly sources
• We do not guarantee completeness or accuracy of responses
• Cross-reference important information with authoritative sources

Service Availability

• We strive for 99% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service
• The App may be unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues
• We reserve the right to modify or discontinue features

Limitation of Liability

Privacy and Data

Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:

• Chat history stored locally on your device
• Messages processed by AI service (Groq API)
• No data sold to third parties
• You can delete your data at any time

Third-Party Services

The App uses third-party services:

• Groq API: Powers AI responses (see Groq's terms at https://groq.com/terms/)
• Analytics Services: May collect anonymized usage data
• We are not responsible for third-party service availability or policies

Changes to Service

We reserve the right to:

• Modify or discontinue features
• Update AI models and response behavior
• Change pricing (with notice if we introduce fees)
• Suspend or terminate service at our discretion

We will notify users of material changes via the App or email.

Termination

By You

• You may stop using the App at any time
• Delete the App to terminate your use

By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access if you:

• Violate these Terms
• Abuse the service or harm other users
• Engage in illegal activities
• Compromise security or integrity of the App

Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, please contact us at support@talapatram.ai to resolve disputes informally.

Arbitration

Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except where prohibited by law.

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually, not as part of a class or collective action.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Talapatram, its developers, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of the App
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of third parties

Feedback and Contributions

If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas:

• We may use them without compensation or attribution
• You grant us a perpetual, royalty-free license to implement suggestions
• Feedback does not create any confidential relationship

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Talapatram.

Acknowledgment

By using Talapatram, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

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Special Notes on Indian Knowledge Systems

Educational Purpose

Talapatram is designed to make ancient Indian wisdom accessible through modern technology. The content is:

• Intended for learning and exploration
• Not a substitute for traditional guru-shishya learning
• Respectful of diverse interpretations of Indian traditions
• Educational, not prescriptive

Cultural Respect

We strive to:

• Present information respectfully and accurately
• Acknowledge the diversity of Indian traditions
• Avoid misrepresentation or cultural appropriation
• Honor the sacred nature of traditional knowledge

Source Attribution

While we aim for accuracy, interpretations of ancient texts vary. We encourage users to:

• Consult authoritative traditional sources
• Learn from qualified teachers
• Respect the living traditions
• Understand context and nuance

Thank you for using Talapatram responsibly!