These Terms and Conditions govern the use of BrahminByah.com, a matrimonial service operated by ShadiByah.com ("Operator", "we", "our", or "us").
By accessing, registering with, or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Platform.
1. About the Platform
BrahminByah.com is an online matrimonial platform intended to facilitate matrimonial introductions and connections among individuals and families seeking marriage alliances.
The Platform primarily facilitates matrimonial introductions and connections between users. In addition to providing access to the Platform, we may offer certain paid services designed to assist users in finding suitable life partners and to provide support throughout the matrimonial process, as described in our offered services. While we may facilitate introductions, provide guidance, and assist with communications as part of such services, we do not guarantee any particular outcome, compatibility, engagement, marriage, or the success of any matrimonial match. Users remain solely responsible for their decisions, interactions, and due diligence.
2. Eligibility
You may use the Platform only if:
- You have attained the legally permissible age for marriage in your jurisdiction;
- You are legally competent to enter into binding agreements;
- The information you provide is accurate and truthful; and
- Your use of the Platform complies with applicable laws.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate any account that fails to meet eligibility requirements.
3. Profiles Created by Family Members or Representatives
Profiles may be created:
- By the individual seeking marriage; or
- By parents, guardians, relatives, or authorized representatives acting on behalf of that individual.
If you create a profile for another person, you represent and warrant that:
- You have obtained their authorization and consent;
- You are authorized to submit their information;
- The information provided is accurate; and
- You are authorized to manage communications relating to the profile.
You agree to indemnify and hold BrahminByah.com harmless from any disputes arising from unauthorized profile creation.
4. Account Registration
Users may be required to provide personal, family, educational, professional, religious, contact, and other information necessary for matrimonial matching.
Mobile number verification through OTP may be required to activate certain Platform features.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities occurring under your account.
5. User Responsibilities
You agree that:
- All information submitted by you is truthful and accurate;
- You will promptly update inaccurate information;
- You will not impersonate another individual;
- You will not create fake or misleading profiles;
- You will not use the Platform for unlawful purposes;
- You will independently verify information before making matrimonial decisions.
You acknowledge that matrimonial decisions involve personal judgment and due diligence.
6. Profile Review and Moderation
All profiles may be reviewed by Platform administrators before approval.
We reserve the right to:
- Approve or reject profiles;
- Request additional information;
- Modify formatting or categorization;
- Remove inaccurate or inappropriate content;
- Suspend or terminate accounts.
Profile approval does not constitute verification of identity, education, employment, financial status, family background, marital status, criminal history, or any other claim made by a user.
7. No Verification Guarantee
Although we may review profiles and perform limited checks, BrahminByah.com does not guarantee:
- Identity verification;
- Educational qualifications;
- Employment information;
- Income claims;
- Family background;
- Character;
- Health condition;
- Marital status; or
- Any other information submitted by users.
Users must independently verify all information before proceeding with matrimonial discussions, engagements, or marriage.
8. Profile Visibility
Users acknowledge that profile information may be displayed to other eligible users of the Platform.
Profile photographs may be publicly visible.
Certain profile details may be visible to registered users.
Contact information may be disclosed only to eligible users who satisfy applicable verification and membership requirements.
By creating a profile, you consent to such visibility and disclosure.
9. Access to Contact Information
Access to contact information may be restricted to users who:
- Have completed OTP verification;
- Have obtained profile verification status where applicable; and
- Hold an eligible paid membership.
Users receiving contact information are solely responsible for how they use such information.
The Platform is not responsible for communications or interactions occurring outside the Platform.
10. Paid Memberships
Certain features may require payment of membership fees.
Membership benefits, validity periods, and pricing may change from time to time.
Access to contact information and premium features may depend upon the user's selected membership plan.
11. Payment Processing
Payments are processed through third-party payment service providers.
The Platform does not store users' debit card, credit card, banking credentials, or payment instrument details.
Users agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the applicable payment service provider.
12. Refund Policy
Unless otherwise expressly stated in writing:
- Membership fees are non-refundable once a membership has been activated;
- Access granted to premium features constitutes consumption of the service;
- Refund requests may be reviewed at our sole discretion where required by law.
Technical issues caused by third-party services, user error, or user dissatisfaction with matrimonial outcomes do not automatically qualify for refunds.
13. Prohibited Activities
Users shall not:
- Create fake profiles;
- Upload false information;
- Harass or threaten other users;
- Publish offensive, obscene, defamatory, or unlawful content;
- Solicit money from users;
- Conduct commercial advertising;
- Collect user information for marketing purposes;
- Attempt unauthorized access to accounts or systems;
- Upload malicious software or harmful code.
Violation of this section may result in immediate account suspension or termination.
14. Safety and User Due Diligence
Users acknowledge that:
- Matrimonial decisions involve significant personal judgment;
- Online information may be inaccurate or incomplete;
- Independent verification is essential.
Users should verify:
- Identity;
- Family background;
- Education;
- Employment;
- Financial status;
- Marital status; and
- Other relevant information before making matrimonial commitments.
Users should never transfer money solely based on information obtained through the Platform.
15. User Content
Users retain ownership of content submitted to the Platform.
By uploading content, including photographs, profile information, and related materials, users grant BrahminByah.com a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
- Store;
- Process;
- Display;
- Publish;
- Distribute; and
- Use such content for operation of the Platform.
This license continues for as long as the content remains on the Platform.
16. Privacy
Collection and processing of personal information are governed by the Privacy Policy published on the Platform.
By using the Platform, users consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
17. Affiliated Services
BrahminByah.com may operate alongside affiliated matrimonial platforms, including ShadiByah.com.
User information may be shared between affiliated services for purposes including:
- Profile management;
- Customer support;
- Service administration;
- Technical operations; and
- Matrimonial service delivery.
Such sharing remains subject to the Privacy Policy.
18. Intellectual Property
All Platform software, design, branding, logos, content, databases, and intellectual property rights belong to BrahminByah.com or its licensors.
Users may not copy, reproduce, distribute, reverse engineer, or commercially exploit Platform materials without prior written permission.
19. Suspension and Termination
We may suspend, restrict, or terminate access to any account at any time if:
- Information appears inaccurate;
- These Terms are violated;
- Fraudulent activity is suspected;
- Legal compliance requires such action; or
- We determine continued access may harm the Platform or its users.
No refund shall be required solely because an account is suspended or terminated for violation of these Terms.
20. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, BrahminByah.com shall not be liable for:
- User misrepresentations;
- Failed matrimonial matches;
- Rejected proposals;
- Relationship disputes;
- Engagement or marriage outcomes;
- Financial losses;
- Emotional distress;
- Reputation damage;
- Actions of other users; or
- Events occurring after contact information is shared.
The Platform acts solely as an intermediary facilitating introductions.
21. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
We make no warranty regarding:
- Availability;
- Reliability;
- Accuracy;
- Compatibility;
- Suitability;
- Security; or
- Matrimonial success.
No guarantee is provided that use of the Platform will result in a suitable match, engagement, or marriage.
22. Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless BrahminByah.com, its owners, employees, affiliates, contractors, and representatives from claims, losses, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from:
- User content;
- Violation of these Terms;
- Misrepresentation;
- Unauthorized profile creation;
- Disputes with other users.
23. Changes to the Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time.
Updated versions will be posted on the Platform with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the Platform after publication of updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
24. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.
Subject to applicable law, courts having jurisdiction over the location of the Platform operator's principal place of business shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising from these Terms.
25. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms, users may contact us using the contact details published on the Platform's Contact Us page.
By registering for or using BrahminByah.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.