Terms and Conditions for Sikkim Digital
Last Updated: Friday 13 june 2025
Welcome to Sikkim Digital
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Sikkim Digital website located at sikkimdigital.com and all related services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
About Sikkim Digital
Sikkim Digital is a digital platform providing information, news, and services related to Sikkim and digital content. We are committed to delivering quality content and services to our users.
Acceptance of Terms
By using our website, you confirm that:
- You are at least 18 years old or have parental consent
- You have read and understood these Terms
- You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- You will use our website responsibly and legally
How You Can Use Our Website
Permitted Uses
You may:
- Browse and read our content for personal, non-commercial use
- Share our articles and content with proper attribution
- Subscribe to our newsletters and updates
- Contact us with questions or feedback
- Create an account to access additional features
Prohibited Uses
You may NOT:
- Copy, reproduce, or redistribute our content without permission
- Use our website for illegal or harmful activities
- Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage our website
- Post spam, offensive, or inappropriate content
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Use automated tools to scrape or download content
- Violate intellectual property rights
Content and Intellectual Property
Our Content
All content on sikkimdigital.com, including:
- Articles, blog posts, and news content
- Images, videos, and graphics
- Website design and layout
- Logos and branding materials
This content is owned by Sikkim Digital or our content partners and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Your Content
When you submit content to our website (comments, feedback, submissions):
- You retain ownership of your original content
- You grant us a license to use, display, and share your content on our platform
- You confirm that your content is original and doesn’t violate others’ rights
- You agree that your content complies with our community guidelines
Third-Party Content
We may feature content from third parties with proper attribution. We respect intellectual property rights and will remove infringing content when properly notified.
User Accounts
Creating an Account
If you create an account with us:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Keep your login credentials secure
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
- You are responsible for all activities under your account
Account Termination
We may suspend or terminate accounts that:
- Violate these Terms
- Engage in harmful or illegal activities
- Remain inactive for extended periods
- Are subject to termination upon your request
Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Disclaimers and Limitations
Content Accuracy
While we strive for accuracy:
- Information is provided “as is” without warranties
- We do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all content
- Content may become outdated or incorrect over time
- Always verify important information from official sources
Website Availability
We aim for 24/7 availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. Maintenance, updates, or technical issues may cause temporary unavailability. We are not liable for any inconvenience caused by website downtime.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites:
- We do not control or endorse external websites
- We are not responsible for the content or practices of linked sites
- Use external links at your own risk
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- Sikkim Digital is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
- Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid us (if any).
- We are not responsible for losses caused by your use or inability to use our website.
These limitations apply even if we have been advised of potential damages.
Advertising and Sponsorships
Third-Party Advertisements
We may display advertisements from third parties:
- We do not endorse advertised products or services
- Advertisers are responsible for their content and offers
- Your dealings with advertisers are solely between you and them
Sponsored Content
We may publish sponsored or promotional content:
- Sponsored content will be clearly labeled
- We maintain editorial independence
- Sponsors do not control our editorial decisions
User-Generated Content
Community Guidelines
When participating in comments or discussions:
- Be respectful and constructive
- Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or harmful language
- Do not share personal information of others
- Stay on topic and relevant to the discussion
Content Moderation
We reserve the right to:
- Remove or edit user-generated content
- Block or ban users who violate guidelines
- Use automated tools to detect inappropriate content
Copyright and DMCA
Reporting Copyright Infringement
If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission:
- Send a written notice to labunhanglimboo@gmail.com
- Include specific details about the copyrighted work
- Provide your contact information and a good faith statement
We will investigate and respond promptly.
Counter-Notification
If you believe content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification following DMCA procedures.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Sikkim, India.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time:
- Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
- Significant changes may be announced via email or website notice.
- Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance.
You should review these Terms periodically.
Termination
Your Right to Stop Using Our Service
You may stop using our website at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it or contact us for assistance.
Our Right to Terminate
We may terminate or suspend your access if:
- You violate these Terms
- You engage in harmful activities
- Required by law or legal process
- We discontinue our services
Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use our website ends immediately
- Provisions regarding intellectual property, liability, and governing law survive
- We may retain certain information as required by law
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms and Conditions:
Sikkim Digital
Website: sikkimdigital.com
Email: labunhanglimboo@gmail.com
Support: For technical issues or general inquiries
Severability
If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Sikkim Digital regarding your use of our website.
Acknowledgment
By using sikkimdigital.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
These Terms and Conditions are effective as of and were last updated on Friday 13 june 2025.