Terms and Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using Soil Spectra services.

Table of Contents

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Soil Spectra ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

Soil Spectra is a product of Bharat Mandi. These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and Soil Spectra regarding the use of the Service.

2. Definitions

3. Services Description

Soil Spectra provides portable soil testing devices and related services including:

The Company reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time with reasonable notice to users.

4. User Accounts and Registration

4.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account and provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and password.

4.2 Account Eligibility

You represent and warrant that:

4.3 Account Security

You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify the Company immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.

5. User Responsibilities

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the Service. Prohibited behavior includes:

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Company Ownership

All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, are the exclusive property of Soil Spectra or its content suppliers and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Limited License

The Company grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for your personal or organizational use in accordance with these Terms. This license does not include the right to:

6.3 User Content

You retain all rights to any content you submit through the Service. By submitting content, you grant the Company a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content for service improvement and analytics purposes.

7. Device Usage and Restrictions

7.1 Device Ownership

Upon purchase, you own the physical Soil Spectra device. However, the software, firmware, and associated intellectual property remain the property of the Company.

7.2 Permitted Use

You may use the Device for:

7.3 Prohibited Use

You may not:

7.4 Device Security

The Company may implement remote lock, GPS tracking, or other security features on the Device. These features may be activated if the Device is reported stolen or if payment obligations are not met.

8. Payment Terms

8.1 Pricing

All prices are subject to change without notice. The Company will provide notice of price changes through the website or email.

8.2 Payment Methods

The Company accepts various payment methods including credit cards, bank transfers, and EMI options. Payment processing is handled by third-party payment processors.

8.3 Billing

You authorize the Company to charge your selected payment method for all purchases and applicable taxes. You are responsible for providing accurate billing information.

8.4 Refunds and Returns

Refund and return policies are governed by the Warranty Policy and applicable laws. Please refer to our Warranty page for complete details.

8.5 Late Payments

If payment is not received by the due date, the Company may suspend your account and access to the Service until payment is made.

9. Warranty and Disclaimers

9.1 Device Warranty

The Device is provided with a one-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. Please refer to the Warranty Policy for complete warranty terms and conditions.

9.2 Service Disclaimer

The Service is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The Company disclaims all warranties including:

9.3 Test Result Accuracy

While the Company strives to provide accurate soil test results, we do not guarantee the absolute accuracy of test results. Results are based on device calibration and soil sample quality. Users are responsible for verifying critical results through independent laboratory testing if needed.

9.4 Third-Party Services

The Company is not responsible for third-party services, content, or products accessed through the Service.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

The Company's total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by User

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting the Company. Upon termination, your access to the Service will be discontinued.

12.2 Termination by Company

The Company may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately if:

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. The Company may delete your account and associated data after a reasonable retention period.

13. Modifications to Terms

The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of revised Terms means you accept and agree to the changes.

14. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in India.