These terms govern your use of our website and services. By accessing this website or making a donation, you agree to these terms in full. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.

1. Eligibility & Acceptance

Use of this website is subject to applicable Indian laws. By continuing, you confirm you are legally competent to enter into a binding agreement and will comply with these terms.

2. Nature of Services

We operate as a non-profit trust focused on social development, education, and welfare initiatives. Donations received are applied towards these objectives in accordance with applicable laws and our internal policies.

3. Donations & Receipts

• Donations are voluntary and typically non-refundable (refer to the Refund & Cancellation Policy on our website).
• Official receipts will be issued for valid donations. Eligibility for tax benefits (e.g., under the Income Tax Act) is subject to applicable approvals/registrations and prevailing law.
• We may require your basic details to issue receipts and comply with statutory requirements.

4. Use of Website

• Do not engage in unauthorized access, data scraping, malware distribution, or any activity that disrupts site functionality.
• You shall not post, transmit, or share unlawful, defamatory, or infringing content.
• We may suspend or restrict access for misuse or non-compliance.

5. Payment Processing

Online payments are processed by third-party, PCI-DSS-compliant gateways. We do not store your card, UPI, or net-banking credentials. All transactions are subject to the respective gateway’s terms and your bank’s policies.

6. Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, logos, and other content on this website are owned by or licensed to the trust. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written consent.

7. Third-Party Links

External links may be provided for convenience. We do not endorse or control third-party content and are not responsible for their practices or policies.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site, including service interruptions, data loss, or unauthorized access by third parties.

9. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold the trust, its officers, and representatives harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your misuse of the website or violation of these terms.

10. Data & Privacy

Personal information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy available on this website. By using the site, you consent to such processing.

11. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms at any time. Continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts at Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh.

13. Contact

For queries related to these terms, please write to: support@edstrust.org or contact@edstrust.org
Registered Office: Bajrol, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh – 177028, India.