Welcome to Dipika (“Dipika”, “we”, “our”, “us”). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of https://dipika.co.za (“the Website”).
By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website.
1. Purpose of the Website
Dipika is an independent educational knowledge platform dedicated to the study, understanding and preservation of Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism).
The Website provides educational resources including, but not limited to:
- Articles
- Guides
- Prayers
- Mantras
- Festival information
- Ritual guides
- Scripture references
- Videos
- Downloads
- Educational publications
- Interactive tools
Nothing on this Website creates a professional, legal, medical or religious advisory relationship between Dipika and any visitor.
2. Acceptance of These Terms
By accessing this Website you agree to comply with:
- These Terms of Use
- Our Privacy Policy
- Our Disclaimer
- Any other policies published on the Website
3. Eligibility
You must use this Website only in accordance with applicable laws.
If you are under the age of 18, you should use the Website under the supervision of a parent or guardian where appropriate.
4. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all original content on this Website is owned by Dipika or licensed for use.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Articles
- Written content
- Original translations
- Original commentary
- Graphics
- Logos
- Illustrations
- Icons
- Photographs
- Videos
- Audio
- Publications
- Downloadable resources
- Website design
- Source code developed specifically for Dipika
All rights are reserved.
5. Permitted Use
You may:
- Read Website content.
- Print articles for personal use.
- Download resources where permitted.
- Share links to Website pages.
- Quote limited excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the original page.
6. Prohibited Use
You may not:
- Republish entire articles without permission.
- Copy substantial portions of the Website.
- Sell Website content.
- Remove copyright notices.
- Modify downloadable publications for redistribution.
- Use Website content to train commercial AI systems without written permission.
- Scrape or harvest Website content using automated systems without prior written consent.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to Website systems.
- Interfere with Website security or operation.
7. AI and Automated Access
Automated access to the Website is permitted only where it does not:
- overload Website resources
- interfere with normal operation
- violate copyright
- collect personal information
- reproduce substantial portions of Website content
Dipika reserves the right to block automated access where necessary to protect the Website and its users.
8. User Accounts
Where user registration is available, users are responsible for:
- maintaining password confidentiality
- safeguarding their accounts
- ensuring information remains accurate
- all activities occurring under their account
Dipika reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts used in violation of these Terms.
9. User Contributions
Users may be permitted to submit:
- comments
- questions
- suggestions
- forum posts
- corrections
- educational contributions
By submitting content you grant Dipika a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to display, reproduce and distribute that content as part of the Website.
You confirm that you own or have permission to submit the material.
10. Community Standards
Users agree not to post material that is:
- unlawful
- defamatory
- abusive
- threatening
- hateful
- discriminatory
- obscene
- misleading
- intentionally false
- promotional spam
- malicious software
- copyright-infringing
Dipika reserves the right to remove any content that violates these standards without notice.
11. Accuracy of Content
Dipika strives to provide accurate, well-researched and balanced information.
However, we do not guarantee that every article is:
- complete
- current
- free from error
- suitable for every circumstance
Readers should exercise their own judgement and consult appropriate professionals where necessary.
12. Religious Diversity
Sanatan Dharma encompasses numerous traditions, schools of thought and regional practices.
Articles may present differing viewpoints.
Publication of a particular interpretation does not imply that it is the only accepted interpretation.
13. Downloads
Unless expressly stated otherwise, downloadable materials are provided for:
- personal use
- educational use
- non-commercial use
You may not:
- resell
- redistribute
- modify
- rebrand
- commercially exploit
any downloadable publication without written permission.
14. External Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites.
Dipika does not control or endorse third-party content and accepts no responsibility for:
- accuracy
- availability
- privacy practices
- security
- products or services
offered by external websites.
15. Availability
While we aim to keep the Website available at all times, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access.
The Website may occasionally be unavailable due to:
- maintenance
- software updates
- technical issues
- security incidents
- circumstances beyond our control
16. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Dipika, its owners, contributors, editors, volunteers and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from:
- use of the Website
- reliance on Website content
- downloaded resources
- technical failures
- interruptions
- errors
- omissions
- third-party services
- viruses or malicious software
Your use of the Website is entirely at your own risk.
17. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dipika, its owners, contributors and affiliates against any claims, liabilities, damages, costs or expenses arising from:
- your use of the Website
- your breach of these Terms
- your violation of applicable laws
- your infringement of the rights of others
18. Copyright Infringement
If you believe material published on Dipika infringes your copyright, please contact us with:
- your contact details
- identification of the copyrighted work
- identification of the allegedly infringing material
- evidence of ownership
- a statement made in good faith
We will investigate and respond appropriately.
19. Suspension of Access
Dipika reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website, without prior notice, where a user:
- violates these Terms
- engages in unlawful activity
- abuses Website services
- compromises Website security
- disrupts other users
20. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
Any disputes arising from the use of the Website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.
21. Changes to These Terms
Dipika reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time.
The latest version will always be published on this page.
Continued use of the Website following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
22. Contact
If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us through our Contact page.
Website: https://dipika.co.za
Email: Welcome to Dipika (“Dipika”, “we”, “our”, “us”). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of https://dipika.co.za (“the Website”).
By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website.
1. Purpose of the Website
Dipika is an independent educational knowledge platform dedicated to the study, understanding and preservation of Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism).
The Website provides educational resources including, but not limited to:
- Articles
- Guides
- Prayers
- Mantras
- Festival information
- Ritual guides
- Scripture references
- Videos
- Downloads
- Educational publications
- Interactive tools
Nothing on this Website creates a professional, legal, medical or religious advisory relationship between Dipika and any visitor.
2. Acceptance of These Terms
By accessing this Website you agree to comply with:
- These Terms of Use
- Our Privacy Policy
- Our Disclaimer
- Any other policies published on the Website
3. Eligibility
You must use this Website only in accordance with applicable laws.
If you are under the age of 18, you should use the Website under the supervision of a parent or guardian where appropriate.
4. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all original content on this Website is owned by Dipika or licensed for use.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Articles
- Written content
- Original translations
- Original commentary
- Graphics
- Logos
- Illustrations
- Icons
- Photographs
- Videos
- Audio
- Publications
- Downloadable resources
- Website design
- Source code developed specifically for Dipika
All rights are reserved.
5. Permitted Use
You may:
- Read Website content.
- Print articles for personal use.
- Download resources where permitted.
- Share links to Website pages.
- Quote limited excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the original page.
6. Prohibited Use
You may not:
- Republish entire articles without permission.
- Copy substantial portions of the Website.
- Sell Website content.
- Remove copyright notices.
- Modify downloadable publications for redistribution.
- Use Website content to train commercial AI systems without written permission.
- Scrape or harvest Website content using automated systems without prior written consent.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to Website systems.
- Interfere with Website security or operation.
7. AI and Automated Access
Automated access to the Website is permitted only where it does not:
- overload Website resources
- interfere with normal operation
- violate copyright
- collect personal information
- reproduce substantial portions of Website content
Dipika reserves the right to block automated access where necessary to protect the Website and its users.
8. User Accounts
Where user registration is available, users are responsible for:
- maintaining password confidentiality
- safeguarding their accounts
- ensuring information remains accurate
- all activities occurring under their account
Dipika reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts used in violation of these Terms.
9. User Contributions
Users may be permitted to submit:
- comments
- questions
- suggestions
- forum posts
- corrections
- educational contributions
By submitting content you grant Dipika a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to display, reproduce and distribute that content as part of the Website.
You confirm that you own or have permission to submit the material.
10. Community Standards
Users agree not to post material that is:
- unlawful
- defamatory
- abusive
- threatening
- hateful
- discriminatory
- obscene
- misleading
- intentionally false
- promotional spam
- malicious software
- copyright-infringing
Dipika reserves the right to remove any content that violates these standards without notice.
11. Accuracy of Content
Dipika strives to provide accurate, well-researched and balanced information.
However, we do not guarantee that every article is:
- complete
- current
- free from error
- suitable for every circumstance
Readers should exercise their own judgement and consult appropriate professionals where necessary.
12. Religious Diversity
Sanatan Dharma encompasses numerous traditions, schools of thought and regional practices.
Articles may present differing viewpoints.
Publication of a particular interpretation does not imply that it is the only accepted interpretation.
13. Downloads
Unless expressly stated otherwise, downloadable materials are provided for:
- personal use
- educational use
- non-commercial use
You may not:
- resell
- redistribute
- modify
- rebrand
- commercially exploit
any downloadable publication without written permission.
14. External Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites.
Dipika does not control or endorse third-party content and accepts no responsibility for:
- accuracy
- availability
- privacy practices
- security
- products or services
offered by external websites.
15. Availability
While we aim to keep the Website available at all times, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access.
The Website may occasionally be unavailable due to:
- maintenance
- software updates
- technical issues
- security incidents
- circumstances beyond our control
16. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Dipika, its owners, contributors, editors, volunteers and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from:
- use of the Website
- reliance on Website content
- downloaded resources
- technical failures
- interruptions
- errors
- omissions
- third-party services
- viruses or malicious software
Your use of the Website is entirely at your own risk.
17. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dipika, its owners, contributors and affiliates against any claims, liabilities, damages, costs or expenses arising from:
- your use of the Website
- your breach of these Terms
- your violation of applicable laws
- your infringement of the rights of others
18. Copyright Infringement
If you believe material published on Dipika infringes your copyright, please contact us with:
- your contact details
- identification of the copyrighted work
- identification of the allegedly infringing material
- evidence of ownership
- a statement made in good faith
We will investigate and respond appropriately.
19. Suspension of Access
Dipika reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website, without prior notice, where a user:
- violates these Terms
- engages in unlawful activity
- abuses Website services
- compromises Website security
- disrupts other users
20. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
Any disputes arising from the use of the Website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.
21. Changes to These Terms
Dipika reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time.
The latest version will always be published on this page.
Continued use of the Website following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
22. Contact
If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us through our Contact page.
Website: https://dipika.co.za
Email: info@dipika.co.za