Terms of Service
Last updated: November 3, 2025
1. Use of the Service
1.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use Raga Magazine. By using the Service, you represent that you are legally capable of entering into these Terms.
1.2 Account Creation
Users may create personal accounts to track reading history, maintain streaks, and engage with community features. You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and for all activities under your account.
1.3 Permitted Use
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You must not:
- Copy, distribute, or modify our content without permission.
- Attempt to hack, reverse-engineer, or disrupt our Service.
- Post or submit unlawful, defamatory, or infringing content.
2. Intellectual Property
2.1 Ownership
All content on Raga Magazine, including text, design, graphics, logos, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to The 8 Bit Bistro and protected under applicable copyright and trademark laws.
2.2 User License
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, and non-transferable right to access and use the site for personal, non-commercial purposes.
2.3 Content Usage
You may share articles via social media or hyperlinks, provided you credit Raga Magazine and do not alter or monetize our content.
3. User-Generated Content
3.1 Submissions
Users may submit songs, event listings, articles, or other creative content (“User Submissions”). By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute it on Raga Magazine and its associated platforms.
3.2 Your Responsibility
You represent that your submission is your original work and that you have the right to grant this license. Raga Magazine is not responsible for user-submitted content and reserves the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or applicable law.
3.3 Editorial Rights
We may edit or adapt User Submissions for clarity, formatting, or compliance with editorial guidelines.
4. Advertisements and Sponsorships
4.1 Ads
Raga Magazine may display advertisements, affiliate links, or sponsored content. Some links may generate revenue or commissions for us.
4.2 Transparency
Sponsored posts or branded content will be clearly marked as such. We do not endorse third-party products unless explicitly stated.
5. Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account without notice if you violate these Terms or engage in conduct that may harm Raga Magazine or other users.
6. Disclaimers
6.1 No Warranty
All content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. We do not guarantee accuracy, reliability, or completeness.
6.2 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The 8 Bit Bistro and its affiliates are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.
7. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, specifically under the jurisdiction of the courts of Maharashtra.
8. Modifications
We may update or revise these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
9. Short Privacy Summary
Raga Magazine collects minimal user data, such as email addresses, reading activity, and submission history, solely to enhance user experience. We do not sell personal information to third parties. By using Raga Magazine, you consent to our collection and use of data as described. A full Privacy Policy will be provided in the future for transparency and compliance.
10. Contact
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please reach out to: theragamagazine@gmail.com
