Terms of Service

Last updated: August, 2025

Welcome to Q Depart. By accessing or using our platform at qdepart.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, uploading content, or using any part of Q Depart, you agree to these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Service

Q Depart is a bilingual storytelling platform where users can:

• Upload images and write stories inspired by them
• Read stories in English and Hindi
• Follow other users and interact with content
• Share stories on social media

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

• You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
• You must provide accurate and complete registration information
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your password
• You are responsible for all activities under your account

3.2 Account Security

• Never share your password with others
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• We are not liable for losses due to unauthorized account use

4. Content Guidelines

4.1 Your Content

When you upload content (images, stories, comments) to Q Depart, you:

• Retain ownership of your content
• Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive license to display, distribute, and promote your content
• Confirm you have the right to upload and share the content
• Are solely responsible for the content you post

4.2 Prohibited Content

You may NOT upload content that:

• Violates copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights
• Contains hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
• Promotes violence, illegal activities, or self-harm
• Contains explicit sexual content or child exploitation
• Includes spam, malware, or phishing attempts
• Impersonates another person or entity
• Violates privacy rights of others

4.3 Content Moderation

• All submitted content is subject to admin approval
• We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms
• Repeated violations may result in account suspension or termination

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Your Rights

You retain all ownership rights to the content you create and upload. However, by posting content on Q Depart, you grant us permission to use, display, and distribute it as part of our services.

5.2 Our Rights

The Q Depart name, logo, design, and platform functionality are protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our intellectual property without written permission.

5.3 Copyright Infringement

If you believe content on Q Depart infringes your copyright, contact us at contact@qdepart.com with:

• Description of the copyrighted work
• URL of the infringing content
• Your contact information
• Statement of good faith belief

6. User Conduct

You agree to:

• Use Q Depart only for lawful purposes
• Respect other users and their content
• Not attempt to hack, disrupt, or exploit the platform
• Not create multiple accounts to manipulate engagement
• Not use bots or automated tools without permission
• Not harvest or collect user data without consent

7. Termination

7.1 Your Right to Terminate

You may delete your account at any time through your profile settings.

7.2 Our Right to Terminate

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service
• Engage in illegal activities
• Abuse or harass other users
• Upload prohibited content repeatedly

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Q Depart is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that:

• The platform will always be available or error-free
• Content will be accurate or reliable
• Defects will be corrected
• The service will meet your specific requirements

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Q Depart shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your account
• Content posted by other users

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Q Depart harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your content or activities on the platform
• Your infringement of third-party rights

11. Privacy

Your use of Q Depart is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Q Depart shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If resolution cannot be reached, disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in India.

15. Severability

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

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: contact@qdepart.com
• Website: qdepart.com