Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Welcome to Aurora, a premier luxury travel magazine. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access and use of our website (www.theauroraeditions.com), mobile applications (iOS and Android), print magazine subscriptions, and other services (collectively, the “Service”). By using the Service, you agree to these Terms.
The Service is owned and operated by The Absolute Journey Pvt. Ltd., a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013, with its registered office at [insert full address], doing business as Aurora (“Aurora,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
These Terms form a binding legal agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Aurora. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.
1. User Accounts & Registration
1.1.Account Creation:
1.1.1. To access certain features of the “Aurora” website and services, you may be required to create a user account.
1.1.2. By registering for an account, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information, including your name, email address, and any other required details.
1.1.3. You agree to promptly update your account information to maintain its
accuracy and completeness.
1.2. Account Security & Responsibilities:
1.2.1. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your account credentials, including your username and password.
1.2.2. You agree that all activities occurring under your account are your responsibility, and you must notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access, use, or security breach.
1.2.3. Aurora will not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from unauthorized use of your account.
1.3. Prohibited Account Activities:
You agree not to:
1.3.1. Share, transfer, or sell your account credentials to any third party.
1.3.2. Allow anyone else to access your account, unless expressly permitted by us.
1.3.3. Create multiple accounts for fraudulent, deceptive or misleading purposes.
1.3.4. Use another person’s account without their explicit consent.
1.3.5. Provide false, inaccurate or misleading information during registration or account updates.
1.4. Account Suspension & Termination:
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your account at our sole discretion, including but not limited to situations where:
1.4.1. The account is found to be in violation of these Terms & Conditions.
1.4.2. The account is involved in or associated with fraudulent, suspicious, or illegal activities.
1.4.3. There is evidence of misuse, abuse, or any conduct that poses security risks.
1.4.4. In case of severe or repeated violations, we may also pursue legal action and report such activities to relevant authorities.
2. Permitted Use of the Service
2.1. Personal and Authorised Use:
2.1.1. The Aurora website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Service”) are provided solely for your personal, non-commercial use, unless expressly authorised by us in writing.
2.1.2. You may browse content, interact with features, and engage with our community, subject to these Terms and applicable guidelines.
2.1.3. Any unauthorised use, including commercial exploitation, public redistribution, or reproduction of content, is strictly prohibited.
2.2. Prohibited Activities:
You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
2.2.1. Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit any content, material, or features of the Service for commercial or unauthorized purposes.
2.2.2. Interfere with, disrupt, or compromise the security, integrity, or performance of Service, including engaging in activities that overload or impair our servers or networks.
2.2.3. Attempt unauthorized access to the Service, user accounts, data, or restricted areas through hacking, password mining, or any other unlawful means.
2.2.4. Use automated tools including bots, scrapers, crawlers, or any other automated means, to access, collect, or extract data from the Service without explicit prior consent.
2.2.5. Upload, transmit, or distribute any viruses, malware, harmful code, or other software that could disrupt, damage, or interfere with the Service, its users, or any third parties.
2.2.6. Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading activities including, phishing, impersonation, or misrepresenting your identity, affiliations, or endorsements.
2.2.7. Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights including intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or contractual obligations.
2.3. Enforcement & Consequences:
2.3.1. We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to the Service at our sole discretion if you engage in any prohibited activities.
2.3.2. If we determine that your use of the Service violates these Terms, we may take appropriate legal action, including reporting such violations to law enforcement authorities.
2.3.3. Unauthorized use of the Service may result in civil or criminal liability including fines, penalties, and damages.
By using the Service, you agree to adhere to these Terms and use the platform responsibly.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
3.1. Ownership and Protection:
3.1.1. All content made available through the Service, including but not limited to, design, text, graphics, images, logos, trademarks, software and other materials, (collectively, the “Content”) is the exclusive property of Aurora, its affiliates, or its licensors. These materials are protected under the applicable intellectual property laws, including copyright, trademark, and patent laws. By accessing the Service, you acknowledge and agree that Aurora holds all rights, title, and interest in and to the Content.
3.2. Restrictions on Use:
3.2.1. You are expressly prohibited from using, copying, reproducing, modifying, distributing, transmitting, displaying, performing, publishing or creating derivative works of any part of the Content without prior written consent from Aurora. This includes but is not limited to, using the Content for commercial purposes, public display or performances, or any other activities that may infringe upon Aurora's intellectual property rights and removing, altering, or obscuring any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices contained in the Content. Any unauthorized use of the Content may result in legal action, including but not limited to claims for damages and injunctive relief.
3.3. Intellectual Property Infringement Claims:
3.3.1. If you believe that any Content available on the Service infringes upon your intellectual property rights, please contact us promptly at [hello@theauroraeditions.com] with a detailed description of the alleged infringement. We take such matters seriously and will investigate your claim in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
4. User-Generated Content & Submissions
By submitting any content, including but not limited to reviews, comments, photos, or other materials (collectively, "User Content"), you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
4.1. License Grant:
4.1.1. By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide, irrevocable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, display, and create derivative works from your content in any media or format, whether now known or developed in the future. This license includes the right to sublicense these rights to third parties as necessary to operate, promote, and improve our platform.
4.2. User Responsibilities:
4.2.1. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to submit the content and grant the above license.
4.2.2. Your content must not violate any third-party rights, including copyright, trademark, privacy, or other proprietary rights.
4.2.3. Your content must not contain unlawful, offensive, defamatory, obscene, threatening, or otherwise inappropriate material.
4.3. Content Moderation and Removal:
4.3.1. We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice, if we believe it violates our policies, is inappropriate, or for any other reason.
4.3.2. We are not obligated to retain, display, or provide copies of any submitted content.
By submitting content, you acknowledge that you understand and accept these
terms, and you waive any claims against us relating to the use of your content under
this agreement.
5. Third-Party Links & Services
5.1. External Links and Content:
5.1.1. Our Service may include links to third-party websites, products, or services that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.
5.2. No Endorsement or Liability:
5.2.1. We do not endorse, monitor, or undertake responsibility for the accuracy, legality, security, or privacy practices of any third-party websites or services. Accessing these sites is entirely at your own risk.
5.2.2. We are not liable for any loss, harm or damage arising from your reliance on third-party content or interactions with external services.
5.3. User Responsibility:
5.3.1. Before engaging with third-party websites or services, we encourage you to review their terms, policies, and practices to understand how they handle data, security, and transactions.
5.3.2. Any agreements, purchases, or communications made with third parties are solely between you and the respective provider.
6. Privacy Policy & Data Protection
6.1. Data Collection and Usage:
6.1.1. Our Privacy Policy https://www.theauroraeditions.com/privacy-policy details how we collect, store, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 along with its rules.
6.1.2. By accessing or using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy and you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described therein.
6.2. User Responsibilities:
6.2.1. You agree not to misuse our Service to collect, access, transfer or disclose personal data of other users without lawful authority or consent.
6.2.2. Any breach of data security, unauthorized access, or misuse of personal information may lead to the suspension or termination of your access to the Service and may also result in legal action under applicable laws.
6.3. Security Measures:
6.3.1. We implement commercially reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.
6.3.2. Accordingly, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activities conducted under your account.
7. Subscription & Payments
7.1. Plans and Pricing:
7.1.1. Details regarding subscription plans, pricing, and payment terms are available on our website. By subscribing, you agree to the applicable terms and fees set forth at the time of your purchase.
7.1.2. We may offer different subscription tiers and the benefits will vary based on the selected plan. We reserve the right to introduce new offerings or discontinue existing ones at our discretion.
7.2. Payments and Refunds:
7.2.1. All payments are non-refundable unless expressly stated otherwise in our refund policy available at https://www.theauroraeditions.com/privacy-policy.
7.2.2. Subscription fees must be paid in full and on time to maintain uninterrupted access to paid features and services.
7.3. Modifications and Cancellations:
7.3.1. We reserve the right to modify subscription pricing, features, or terms at any time. Where feasible, we will provide prior notice of material changes. If you do not agree to such changes, you may cancel your subscription before the start of the next billing cycle.
7.3.2. If a payment fails due to insufficient funds, expiration, or other issues, we may attempt to process the payment again or suspend/cancel your access until the issue is resolved.
7.4. Automatic Renewal:
7.4.1. Unless cancelled before the renewal date, subscriptions will renew automatically according to the agreed billing cycle.
7.4.2. You are responsible for managing your subscription settings and ensuring that your payment information remains accurate and up to date.
By subscribing to our Service, you agree to these terms and acknowledge that failure
to comply may result in the suspension or termination of your access.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
8.1. Service Provided "As Is":
8.1.1. The Service is provided "as is" and "as available", without any express or implied warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
8.1.2. We do not guarantee that the Service will meet your specific expectations, requirements, or intended outcomes.
8.2. No Guarantee of Performance:
8.2.1. We do not warrant that the Service will be error-free, uninterrupted, timely, or secure. Technical issues, scheduled maintenance, or external factors may affect availability.
8.2.2. We are not responsible for any delays, data loss, or interruptions in access caused by system failures, cyber threats, force majeure or other unforeseen circumstances.
8.2.3. While we strive to protect your data through reasonable security measures, you acknowledge that risks inherent to internet-based transmissions cannot be fully eliminated.
8.3. Informational Nature of Content:
8.3.1. Articles, travel recommendations, and other information provided on the Service are intended for general informational purposes only.
8.3.2. We do not assume responsibility for any travel decisions, financial outcomes, or other actions taken based on the content provided by us. Users should conduct independent research and seek professional advice where appropriate.
9. Limitation of Liability
9.1. No Liability for Damages:
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Aurora, its affiliates and service providers shall not be liable for:
9.1.1. Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your access, use of or inability to use the Service.
9.1.2. Any loss or damage resulting from reliance on content, third-party links, or inaccuracies made available through the Service.
9.1.3. Any security breaches, unauthorized access, cyberattacks or data theft, including loss, alteration, or unauthorised disclosure of personal or financial information.
9.2. Limitation of Remedies:
9.2.1. In the event that you suffer losses due to our Service, our total liability to you for all claims will be limited to the amount you have paid (if any) for accessing the Service within the last 12 months.
9.2.2. Some jurisdictions may not allow certain exclusions of warranties or limitations of liability. In such cases, the limitations in this section shall apply to the maximum extent permitted under applicable law.
10. Indemnification
10.1. Your Responsibility to Protect Us:
10.1.1. By using our Service, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Aurora/The Absolute Journey Pvt. Ltd., its affiliates, employees, officers, directors, agents and partners (collectively, the “Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses and expenses, including reasonable advocates’ fees and costs, arising out of or in any way connected with:
A. Your access to or use or misuse of the Service;
B. Your breach or alleged breach of these Terms;
C. Your violation of any law or the rights of any third-party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, publicity, confidentiality or privacy rights;
D. Any content or data submitted, transmitted, or made available by you through the Service.
10.2. Defence and Cooperation:
10.2.1. We reserve the right to assume exclusive defence and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you. In such cases, you agree to cooperate fully with our defence and provide all reasonably requested assistance. You may not settle any such matter without our prior written consent.
11. Termination and Suspension
11.1. Grounds for Termination:
11.1.1. We may suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to all or part of the Service, immediately and without liability, with or without notice, if:
A. You violate these Terms or applicable laws;
B. Your actions or omissions harm or threaten the security, integrity, operation, stability, or reputation of the Service, our platform, or our users;
C. We discontinue, alter, or materially modify the Service for business, operational, legal or regulatory reasons; or
D. Required by a court order or governmental authority.
11.2. User-Initiated Termination:
11.2.1. You may terminate your use of the Service at any time by ceasing access or where applicable, closing your account. However, you will remain responsible for any outstanding obligations (such as accrued subscription fees or any charges) incurred prior to termination, subject to our applicable cancellation or refund policies.
11.3. Survival:
11.3.1. The following provisions will survive the termination of your access to the Service: intellectual property rights, indemnification, warranty disclaimers, limitation of liability, governing law and jurisdiction, and any other provisions which by their nature are intended to survive.
12. Force Majeure
12.1. You agree that we shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay is caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, wars, strikes, government regulations, or other unforeseen circumstances that prevent or hinder performance. In such an event, we will notify you as soon as reasonably possible, and our obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the Force Majeure event.
13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
13.1. Governing Law:
13.1.1. These Terms shall be governed and interpreted by the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.
13.2. Dispute Resolution:
13.2.1. The Parties shall first attempt to amicably resolve any disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or in connection with these Terms through mutual discussions. If such efforts do not result in a resolution within 45 (forty-five) days from the date either Party notifies the other in writing of the existence of a dispute, the matter shall be referred to and finally resolved by binding arbitration before the Arbitration and Conciliation Centre (Domestic and International), Khanija Bhavan, Bengaluru in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 and its corresponding rules.
13.2.2. The arbitration shall be conducted in English by a sole arbitrator appointed as per the applicable arbitration rules.
13.2.3. The courts at Bengaluru, India shall have exclusive jurisdiction over this agreement.
13.2.4. The Parties irrevocably submit to the dispute resolution mechanism set forth herein and waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction for the purposes stated in this Clause.
14. Changes to These Terms
14.1. Right to Modify Terms:
14.1.1. We reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue any part of these Terms at its sole discretion and at any time.
14.1.2. Any such changes will be posted on our website, along with the updated “Last Updated” date.
14.2. User Acknowledgment of Changes:
14.2.1. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of any modifications shall constitute acceptance of the revised Terms by you.
14.2.2. If you do not agree with the modified Terms, you shall be required to discontinue use of the Service with immediate effect.
12. Contact Information:
For any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding these Terms, please
contact us at:
Aurora
67/1 2 nd Floor, 4 th Cross, Lavelle Road
Bengaluru – 560001.
Email: hello@theauroraeditions.com
Phone: +91 80 4652 0999