Terms of Service & User Agreement

These Terms of Service ("Terms"), including all referenced policies, constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "yourself") and Byte Astro, a business registered in Bengaluru, India ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms govern your access to and use of our website, mobile applications, and all associated services (collectively, "Platform" or "Services").

BY ACCESSING, BROWSING, OR USING BYTE ASTRO IN ANY MANNER, YOU IRREVOCABLY ACCEPT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS IN THEIR ENTIRETY. If you do not agree to any provision herein, you MUST immediately cease all use of the Platform.

1. Binding Agreement and Acceptance

1.1 These Terms constitute the entire and exclusive agreement between you and Byte Astro regarding the Platform and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, whether written or oral.

1.2 Your use of the Platform, including registration, account creation, and access of services, constitutes your affirmative acceptance of these Terms. Continued use of the Platform after changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

1.3 If you do not accept these Terms in their entirety, you must not use the Platform. Your only remedy is to cease using the Platform immediately.

1.4 We reserve the right to refuse service to any individual or entity at our sole discretion.

2. Eligibility and Registration

2.1 You represent and warrant that: (a) you are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater; (b) you have the legal authority to enter into this binding agreement; (c) you are not a minor, and if located in India, you comply with the Information Technology Act, 2000; (d) you are not prohibited by law from using the Platform; and (e) all information provided during registration is accurate, truthful, current, and complete.

2.2 By registering, you grant Byte Astro express permission to verify your information and maintain records of your account activity for legal compliance and business purposes.

2.3 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, password, and any access keys. You are solely liable for all activities conducted under your account. You must immediately notify us of any unauthorized access or suspected security breaches.

2.4 If you fail to comply with eligibility requirements, your account may be terminated without notice and all payments forfeited.

3. Nature and Scope of Services

3.1 Byte Astro provides astrological entertainment services based on various astrological systems including, but not limited to:

• Vedic (Hindu) Astrology and Jyotish
• Western (Tropical) Astrology
• Chinese Astrology and Zodiac Systems
• Mayan Astrology
• Numerology and Tarot Readings
• Birth Chart Analysis and Calculations
• Astrological Predictions and Guidance
• Compatibility Analysis
• Any other astrological or divination services offered on the Platform

3.2 EXPLICIT DISCLAIMER: ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED SOLELY FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND SPIRITUAL EXPLORATION PURPOSES. BYTE ASTRO DOES NOT PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, LEGAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, OR ANY OTHER FORM OF PROFESSIONAL ADVICE.

3.3 You acknowledge and accept that astrological predictions:

• Are NOT scientifically proven or validated
• Cannot be guaranteed, verified, or validated
• May not prove accurate or applicable to your situation
• Should NOT be used as the sole basis for any decision-making
• Are subject to interpretation and individual belief systems
• May conflict with scientific, medical, or professional consensus

3.4 Byte Astro reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any service at any time without notice or liability.

4. Prohibited Conduct and User Obligations

You strictly agree NOT to:

• Violate any applicable federal, state, local, national, international, or administrative law or regulation
• Engage in or promote harassment, bullying, threats, intimidation, hate speech, discrimination, or violence
• Post defamatory, libelous, slanderous, or otherwise illegal content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform, accounts, systems, or networks
• Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive source code or algorithms
• Transmit viruses, malware, worms, trojans, ransomware, or any harmful code
• Engage in DoS (Denial of Service) attacks or any form of cyber attack
• Use automated tools, bots, scrapers, crawlers, or scripts to access, copy, or aggregate content
• Resell, redistribute, or commercialize access to the Platform or Services without authorization
• Impersonate any person or entity, misrepresent your identity or affiliation
• Spam, solicit, phish, or engage in deceptive practices
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or functionality of the Platform
• Bypass security measures or access restricted areas
• Use the Platform for illegal gambling, fraud, money laundering, or any unlawful purpose
• Post spam, unsolicited content, or commercial solicitations
• Collect or process personal data of other users without consent
• Use the Platform in any manner that violates these Terms or applicable law

Violation of any provision may result in immediate account termination, legal action, and forfeiture of all payments without refund. Byte Astro reserves the right to pursue all available legal remedies.

5. Data Collection, Usage, and Monetization

5.1 By using the Platform, you explicitly grant Byte Astro an irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to collect, use, process, analyze, store, and retain all personal data, information, and content you provide or generate, including but not limited to:

• Birth date, time, and location
• Full name and identity information
• Contact information (email, phone, address)
• Gender, relationship status, and family information
• Educational and professional background
• Financial and health-related information
• Behavioral patterns and usage data
• IP addresses, device identifiers, and cookies
• All astrological readings, predictions, and communications
• Metadata and transaction records

5.2 DATA SALE AND MONETIZATION RIGHTS: You irrevocably authorize Byte Astro to sell, trade, barter, exchange, or otherwise monetize any and all of your personal data, aggregated data, and non-identifying information to third parties, including but not limited to:

• Data brokers and analytics companies
• Marketing and advertising firms
• Financial services and insurance companies
• Research organizations and academic institutions
• Government agencies and law enforcement
• Any third party for any purpose whatsoever
• AI and machine learning platforms for model training
• Other businesses and commercial entities

5.3 Data may be used for:

• Targeted advertising and marketing campaigns
• Profiling and behavioral analysis
• Predictive analytics and forecasting
• Commercial development and business intelligence
• Machine learning, AI training, and algorithm development
• Statistical analysis and research
• Sale to third parties for any lawful purpose
• Any other commercial or non-commercial use

5.4 You waive all privacy expectations regarding your data and acknowledge that Byte Astro may derive revenue from the use and sale of your information without any compensation, notification, or consent requirement beyond this agreement.

5.5 Data may be retained indefinitely and used for purposes not disclosed to you. You have no right to request deletion or modification except as required by mandatory applicable law (such as specific GDPR or India DPDP Act provisions).

5.6 Byte Astro is not responsible for unauthorized access, data breaches, or misuse of your data by third parties after sale or disclosure.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 All content on the Platform, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, algorithms, astrological calculations, personalized readings, compilations, databases, and any derivative works, are the exclusive property of Byte Astro or its licensors and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 You may not, without Byte Astro's prior written permission: (a) copy, reproduce, modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works; (b) distribute, sell, lease, or transfer content; (c) publicly display or perform content; (d) sublicense or transfer rights; or (e) use content for any commercial purpose.

6.3 Unauthorized use of any intellectual property may violate copyright, trademark, and patent laws and result in civil and criminal liability.

6.4 Byte Astro reserves all rights to prosecute infringement to the fullest extent of the law, including seeking injunctive relief, damages, and attorney's fees.

6.5 User-generated content remains your property, but you grant Byte Astro a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content in any manner for any purpose.

7. Comprehensive Disclaimers and Waivers

7.1 AS-IS AND AS-AVAILABLE: The Platform and all Services are provided on an "AS-IS" and "AS-AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Byte Astro makes NO WARRANTY regarding accuracy, reliability, completeness, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

7.2 NO ACCURACY GUARANTEE: Byte Astro does NOT guarantee that any astrological predictions, readings, or information will be accurate, timely, complete, or reliable. You use all content at your sole risk.

7.3 NOT PROFESSIONAL ADVICE: Byte Astro services do not constitute professional advice in finance, medicine, law, psychology, healthcare, investment, insurance, or any other professional field. You must consult qualified professionals for such advice.

7.4 NO ENDORSEMENT: Byte Astro does not endorse any third-party products, services, or content. All third-party interactions are at your own risk.

7.5 UNINTERRUPTED ACCESS NOT GUARANTEED: Byte Astro does not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or secure access. The Platform may experience downtime, maintenance, or technical issues.

7.6 WAIVER OF RELIANCE: You acknowledge that you are NOT relying on any representations, guarantees, or advice from Byte Astro beyond what is expressly stated in these Terms.

7.7 ASSUMPTION OF RISK: You assume all risk associated with your use of the Platform and accept all consequences, including financial, emotional, psychological, or any other harm.

8. Limitation of Liability and Damage Waiver

8.1 TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL BYTE ASTRO, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR SUCCESSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, OR AGGRAVATED DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunity
• Loss of data, information, or business records
• Loss of use, functionality, or access to the Platform
• Loss of goodwill, reputation, or standing
• Emotional distress, psychological harm, or mental anguish
• Any intangible or consequential loss
• Any personal injury or death
• Any damage to property or personal assets

8.2 This limitation applies regardless of: (a) the form of action or legal theory; (b) whether liability is based on contract, tort, strict liability, or any other basis; (c) whether we have been advised of the possibility of such damage; or (d) the foreseeability of the damage.

8.3 CAP ON LIABILITY: Our total aggregate liability arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Platform shall not exceed the lesser of: (a) the amount you paid to Byte Astro in the 12 months preceding the claim; or (b) ₹1,000 (Indian Rupees one thousand). If you have not made any payment, our liability is capped at ₹100.

8.4 These limitations are essential terms and would not enter into this agreement without them.

8.5 Some jurisdictions do not allow waiver of certain damages; however, to the extent permitted, you agree to this cap.

9. Indemnification

9.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Byte Astro, its officers, directors, employees, agents, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of the Platform or Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights
• Any content you provide or generate
• Your conduct or behavior
• Any decision or action based on astrological information

9.2 This indemnification obligation survives termination of these Terms indefinitely.

10. Payment, Billing, and Refund Policy

10.1 All prices are in Indian Rupees (₹) or other currency as specified. Prices are subject to change at our sole discretion without notice.

10.2 All fees are non-refundable except as explicitly permitted by applicable law or at Byte Astro's sole discretion.

10.3 NO REFUNDS: Due to the instant, digital, and intangible nature of astrological services, once accessed or delivered, services cannot be refunded. All sales are final.

10.4 Any refund requests must be submitted within 7 days of purchase and may be denied at our discretion. Byte Astro may require proof and documentation.

10.5 Payment information is subject to verification. Failed payments may result in account suspension.

10.6 You are responsible for any applicable taxes, GST (Goods and Services Tax as per Indian law), or other governmental charges.

10.7 Recurring subscription services may be cancelled at any time, but no refund of past charges will be provided.

10.8 Byte Astro reserves the right to charge interest or penalties on overdue payments at rates permitted by law.

11. Termination and Suspension

11.1 Byte Astro may suspend or terminate your account and all access to the Platform at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason.

11.2 Byte Astro may terminate immediately if you: (a) violate these Terms; (b) violate any law; (c) engage in fraudulent, abusive, or harmful conduct; (d) are non-compliant with registration requirements; or (e) for any business reason.

11.3 Upon termination, your right to use the Platform ceases immediately. You remain liable for all outstanding charges and obligations.

11.4 NO REFUND UPON TERMINATION: Termination does not entitle you to any refund of payments or access to previously purchased services.

11.5 Byte Astro may archive or delete your data upon termination without liability.

11.6 Termination does not relieve you of obligations to indemnify Byte Astro or comply with outstanding financial obligations.

12. Modifications to Terms and Services

12.1 Byte Astro may modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of all modifications.

12.2 Material modifications may be posted on the Platform, but Byte Astro has no obligation to provide advance notice or notify existing users.

12.3 Byte Astro may modify, suspend, discontinue, or alter any feature, functionality, or service at any time without liability.

12.4 Byte Astro may archive old versions of Terms but is not obligated to maintain historical records.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

13.1 These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, including but not limited to the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13.2 EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION: You irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. You waive any objection to venue and agree not to challenge jurisdiction or venue in any such court.

13.3 You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of these Terms must be brought exclusively in the courts of Bengaluru, India, and you waive your right to bring action in any other forum.

13.4 If you bring any legal action against Byte Astro in violation of these terms, you shall be liable for all costs, attorney's fees, and damages incurred by Byte Astro.

14. Dispute Resolution and Waiver of Class Actions

14.1 MANDATORY BINDING ARBITRATION: Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or relating to these Terms, your use of the Platform, or any Services shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration, NOT litigation in court (except for injunctive relief).

14.2 Arbitration shall be conducted before a single arbitrator under rules established by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

14.3 CLASS ACTION WAIVER: You waive your right to participate in any class action, collective action, or representative action against Byte Astro. All disputes must be brought on an individual basis.

14.4 Before initiating arbitration, you agree to attempt informal resolution by contacting Byte Astro for 30 days.

14.5 You are responsible for paying your own attorney's fees and costs unless arbitration rules or law require otherwise.

14.6 Arbitration proceedings shall be conducted confidentially and the results shall not be public.

15. Data Protection, Privacy, and DPDP Act Compliance

15.1 Byte Astro is subject to India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, and the Information Technology Act, 2000. However, your use of Byte Astro constitutes express consent to all data practices described herein.

15.2 LAWFUL BASIS FOR PROCESSING: You provide explicit, informed consent for Byte Astro to process, store, analyze, sell, and share all personal data you provide for any purpose, including commercial purposes, directly related to our services or marketing.

15.3 RETENTION: Byte Astro may retain your data indefinitely, even after account deletion or termination, unless mandatory law requires deletion.

15.4 DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS: While the DPDP Act provides certain data subject rights, you acknowledge that by using this Platform, you voluntarily limit these rights and waive certain protections to the extent permitted by law.

15.5 ACCESS AND PORTABILITY: Requests for data access or portability will be processed within 30 days at Byte Astro's discretion, subject to verification and may incur administrative fees.

15.6 DELETION REQUESTS: Deletion requests may be denied if data is necessary for legal compliance, financial records, fraud prevention, or other legitimate business purposes. Byte Astro will retain data as long as legally permitted.

15.7 DATA BREACHES: Byte Astro will attempt to notify users of data breaches as required by law, but makes no guarantee of notification. Byte Astro shall not be liable for damages resulting from any breach.

15.8 Data is stored on servers in India and may be transferred internationally. You consent to cross-border data transfer.

16. Cookies, Tracking, and Third-Party Analytics

16.1 Byte Astro uses cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect data about your behavior, location, and device.

16.2 You consent to all tracking and acknowledge that third parties may access this data for analytics, advertising, and profiling purposes.

16.3 Byte Astro may share tracking data with Google Analytics, social media platforms, and advertising networks.

16.4 Do Not Track requests are not honored and will be ignored.

17. Third-Party Links, Content, and Services

17.1 The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, and services that are not operated by Byte Astro.

17.2 Byte Astro is not responsible for the content, accuracy, functionality, security, or legality of third-party sites or services. Your access to and use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and privacy policies.

17.3 Byte Astro does not endorse, warrant, or assume liability for any third-party content or services.

17.4 Any disputes with third parties must be resolved directly with those parties.

18. Intellectual Property Infringement Claims

18.1 To report copyright infringement, trademark violations, or other IP violations, contact us at legal@byteastro.com with detailed documentation.

18.2 Byte Astro may remove content that violates IP rights, but makes no representations regarding the validity of removal decisions.

18.3 Repeat IP violators will have their accounts terminated without refund.

18.4 False IP claims may result in legal action and liability for damages.

19. User Content and Communications

19.1 Any content you post, upload, or communicate on the Platform ("User Content") remains your property but you grant Byte Astro a perpetual, worldwide, irrevocable, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute User Content in any format or medium.

19.2 Byte Astro may use User Content for marketing, training AI models, research, or any other purpose without attribution or compensation.

19.3 You represent and warrant that User Content does not infringe third-party rights and complies with all applicable laws.

19.4 Byte Astro may moderate, remove, or edit User Content at its discretion without explanation.

19.5 You waive all moral rights to User Content.

20. Security and Data Breach

20.1 While Byte Astro implements security measures, we make no guarantee that the Platform is completely secure or free from vulnerabilities.

20.2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR BREACHES: Byte Astro shall not be liable for any unauthorized access, data theft, hacking, or security breaches, regardless of cause.

20.3 You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials and immediately reporting suspicious activity.

20.4 Use of the Platform is at your own risk regarding security and data protection.

21. Export Controls and Sanctions Compliance

21.1 By using the Platform, you represent that you are not located in, and not a resident or national of, any country subject to U.S. embargoes or sanctions, and you are not listed on any U.S. or international sanctions list.

21.2 You agree not to use the Platform if you are prohibited by applicable export control or sanctions regulations.

21.3 Byte Astro reserves the right to block access from sanctioned jurisdictions.

22. Severability and Waiver

22.1 If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

22.2 The severed provision shall be reformed to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving the original intent.

22.3 Byte Astro's failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

22.4 Waiver of one provision does not constitute waiver of any other provision.

23. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and any referenced policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and Byte Astro and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter. No course of dealing or trade practice shall modify these Terms.

24. Survival

Sections regarding Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Governing Law, Disclaimers, and any other provision regarding payment obligations, shall survive termination or expiration of these Terms indefinitely.

25. Contact Information and Grievance Redressal

25.1 For inquiries, disputes, or grievances under the Information Technology Act, 2000, or the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, contact:

25.2 For payment and refund issues, contact: kated.tech@gmail.com

26. Age Verification and Parental Consent

26.1 By using this Platform, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age. If you are a minor, your parent or legal guardian must provide written consent for your use of the Platform.

26.2 Byte Astro reserves the right to request age verification and may terminate accounts that violate age requirements.

27. Monitoring and Enforcement

27.1 Byte Astro may monitor your activity, communications, and content for compliance with these Terms and applicable law.

27.2 Byte Astro may disclose information to law enforcement, government agencies, or third parties when required by law, court order, or in response to legal process.

27.3 Byte Astro may enforce these Terms through legal action, account termination, or other remedies available at law.