Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to ApplyBuddy, operated by ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, https://theapplybuddy.com, and any services we provide (collectively referred to as "ApplyBuddy"). By accessing or using ApplyBuddy, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

2. Account Creation and Security

2.1 Account Registration

To use certain features of ApplyBuddy, you must register for an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

2.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3. User Content and Conduct

3.1 User Content

Users can create and/or upload content, such as Statements of Purpose and Resumes. You retain ownership of any intellectual property rights that you hold in that content. By uploading or creating content on ApplyBuddy, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, copy, reproduce, process, adapt, publish, transmit, display, and distribute such content in any and all media or distribution methods for the purposes of operating, promoting, and improving our services.
Additionally, you agree that we may use this content, in anonymized form, for research, analysis, and model training, including, but not limited to, fine-tuning machine learning models to enhance our services.

3.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in the following prohibited activities:
  • Using ApplyBuddy for any illegal purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law.
  • Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or otherwise misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity.
  • Interfering with or disrupting the ApplyBuddy service or servers or networks connected to ApplyBuddy.
  • Engaging in any form of automated data collection, including data scraping, web harvesting, or web data extraction without our prior written consent.

4. Purchases and Payments

4.1 Payment Methods

Users can buy services on ApplyBuddy. All payments must be made through our designated payment methods. You agree to provide accurate and complete payment information.

4.2 Pricing and Availability

Prices and availability of services are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue services at any time.

4.3 Refunds

All purchases are final and non-refundable unless otherwise specified in a specific service agreement.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Proprietary Rights

All content and trademarks on ApplyBuddy, including text, graphics, logos, and software, are the exclusive property of ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and are protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of our trademarks and content is prohibited.

5.2 Feedback and Suggestions

If you provide us with feedback or suggestions regarding ApplyBuddy, we may use your feedback and suggestions without compensation or credit to you.

6. Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy (available at [Privacy Policy URL]) explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using ApplyBuddy, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

ApplyBuddy is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or other violations of rights.

7.2 Limitation of Liability

In no event shall ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from (i) the use or the inability to use the service; (ii) unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data; (iii) statements or conduct of any third party on the service; or (iv) any other matter relating to the service.

7.3 University Information Disclaimer:

The university details provided on ApplyBuddy are to the best of our knowledge. However, information may become outdated or incorrect due to frequent updates by universities. We recommend that users verify the details with the respective institutions before making any decisions. ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. will not be held responsible for any inaccuracies in the university details provided.

7.4 University Shortlisting Disclaimer:

The university shortlisting provided by ApplyBuddy is based on our proprietary data-backed algorithm. While we strive to offer accurate and helpful recommendations, ApplyBuddy does not guarantee admission to any university. The final decision to apply and the responsibility for verifying information rests with the user. ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. will not be held liable for any decisions made based on the shortlisting recommendations.

Accuracy and Availability of Information: ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. does not warrant that the information on the website, including university data and recommendations, is complete, accurate, or up-to-date. The content on the platform is provided "as is" without any guarantees. Users should verify all information independently.

8. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd., its affiliates, officers, agents, employees, and partners harmless from any claim, demand, or damage, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or related to your use of the service, your violation of these Terms and Conditions, or your violation of any rights of another.

9. Third-Party Links and Resources

9.1 Third-Party Links

ApplyBuddy may contain links to third-party websites or resources. You acknowledge and agree that ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is not responsible or liable for the availability or accuracy of such websites or resources, or the content, products, or services on or available from those websites or resources.

9.2 Use of Third-Party Resources

Links to third-party websites or resources do not imply any endorsement by ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. of those websites or resources. You acknowledge sole responsibility for and assume all risk arising from your use of any such websites or resources.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maharashtra, India, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

10.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions or the use of ApplyBuddy shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Pune, Maharashtra, India, in accordance with the rules of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of ApplyBuddy following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at team@applybuddy.co.

12.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account and access to ApplyBuddy at our sole discretion, without notice and liability, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms and Conditions or is harmful to other users of ApplyBuddy, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

13. Miscellaneous

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and govern your use of ApplyBuddy, superseding any prior agreements between you and ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (including, but not limited to, any prior versions of the Terms and Conditions).

13.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the parties nevertheless agree that the court should endeavor to give effect to the parties' intentions as reflected in the provision, and the other provisions of these Terms and Conditions remain in full force and effect.

13.3 No Waiver

The failure of ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms and Conditions, by operation of law or otherwise, without ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd.'s prior written consent. Any attempt by you to assign or transfer these Terms and Conditions, without such consent, will be null and of no effect. ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd. may assign or transfer these Terms and Conditions, at its sole discretion, without restriction.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

ApplyBuddy Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
62, Gurudeep, Saharkarnagar
Pune, Maharashtra, 411009
India
Email: team@applybuddy.co