Last updated: 1st October 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to www.gnanamma.com (the “Website”). The Website is operated by Gnanamma, an organisation registered in NH32 East Coast Rd, Poraiyar, Tamilnadu 609307, India. In these Terms, “Gnanamma”, “we”, “us” or “our” includes our officers, staff, trainers, contractors, and partners.
By accessing or using the Website, you agree that:
- You have read, understood, and accept these Terms.
- If you do not agree, you must stop using the Website immediately.
- You are at least 18 years old, or of legal majority in your jurisdiction.
- If accessing on behalf of an organisation, you warrant that you are authorised to bind that organisation.
- You are responsible for ensuring that anyone using the Website through your connection complies with these Terms.
These Terms incorporate our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which also apply to your use of the Website.
2. Changes to Website and Terms
- We may update or change the Website, its content, or these Terms at any time.
- The Website is provided free of charge and we do not guarantee uninterrupted availability.
- We may suspend, withdraw, or restrict the Website for operational reasons.
3. Use of Website
3.1 Intellectual Property
- All content on this Website (including text, images, graphics, video, audio, design, and retreat materials) is owned or licensed by Gnanamma and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
- You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only.
- You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or exploit content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.
- Our name, logo, and brand elements may not be used without permission.
3.2 Lawful Use
You must not:
- Post or transmit unlawful, defamatory, offensive, or harmful material.
- Introduce viruses, malware, or attempt to disrupt the Website.
- Use the Website to misrepresent affiliation with Gnanamma.
- Copy, scrape, or harvest content without permission.
3.3 Linking
You may link to our homepage if done fairly and legally, without suggesting endorsement where none exists. We may withdraw linking permission at any time.
4. Educational and Informational Content
- The Website provides information about our retreats, programmes, and educational initiatives.
- Content is for general educational and informational purposes only.
- It does not constitute professional advice (legal, medical, financial, or otherwise).
- We make reasonable efforts to keep content accurate, but do not guarantee completeness or timeliness.
5. Applications, Submissions, and Feedback
- If you apply for a retreat or programme through our Website, you agree to provide accurate and truthful information.
- Any comments, feedback, or suggestions you provide may be used by Gnanamma for programme improvement, marketing, or educational purposes.
- Unless otherwise agreed, such submissions are non-confidential and you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free licence to use them.
6. Liability and Disclaimers
- To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We disclaim all warranties regarding the Website and its content.
- We are not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website.
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (including loss of profits, data, or goodwill).
- Retreats and programmes involve travel, cultural immersion, and physical activities. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Separate Retreat Terms & Conditions apply to programme participants.
- You agree to indemnify and hold Gnanamma harmless from any claims or liabilities arising from your misuse of the Website.
7. Third-Party Links
Where our Website contains links to external sites or resources, these are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse and are not responsible for their content.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. The courts of Tamilnadu will have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes.