Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using namastenode.com (the "Website"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and NamasteNode governing your use of the Website and all content, features, and services offered through it.

You must be at least 13 years of age to access and use this Website. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under the age of 13, you are not permitted to use the Website under any circumstances.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue your use of the Website. Your continued access to or use of the Website following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:

• "Website" refers to namastenode.com, including all its pages, subdomains, and any associated web properties operated by NamasteNode.
• "Content" refers to all materials published on the Website, including but not limited to articles, blog posts, tutorials, code examples and snippets, images, graphics, videos, audio files, and any other media or written materials.
• "User" or "You" refers to any individual or entity that accesses, browses, or otherwise uses the Website, whether registered or unregistered.
• "Service" refers to the blog, its educational content, newsletter, comment features, and all related features and functionalities provided through the Website.
• "We," "Us," or "Our" refers to NamasteNode, its owner(s), operator(s), contributors, and authorized representatives.

3. Use of the Website

Permitted Uses

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website for the following purposes:

• Reading and learning from our articles, tutorials, and educational content for personal and professional development
• Using our content as a personal reference for your own software development projects and learning endeavors
• Sharing links to our articles and pages on social media platforms, forums, blogs, and other websites with proper attribution
• Bookmarking and saving articles for your own future reference
• Engaging with the community through the comments section in a constructive and respectful manner

Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use the Website for any of the following prohibited activities. Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your access:

• Scraping and Data Harvesting: Using automated tools, bots, crawlers, spiders, or scripts to scrape, extract, download, or collect content from the Website without our express written permission. This includes but is not limited to scraping articles, metadata, images, or code examples in bulk.
• Automated Access: Accessing the Website through automated means that place an unreasonable load on our servers or infrastructure, including but not limited to excessive API calls, automated browsing, or programmatic requests that exceed normal human browsing patterns.
• Commercial Republishing: Republishing, redistributing, selling, licensing, or otherwise commercially exploiting our Content, in whole or in part, without prior written authorization from NamasteNode.
• Denial-of-Service Attacks: Conducting or participating in any distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack, denial-of-service (DoS) attack, or any other activity designed to disrupt, overload, or impair the functioning of the Website or its underlying infrastructure.
• Exploiting Vulnerabilities: Attempting to discover, exploit, or take advantage of any security vulnerabilities, bugs, or weaknesses in the Website, its servers, its database, or any connected systems. This includes but is not limited to SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and any other form of unauthorized access or penetration testing without explicit permission.
• Impersonation: Impersonating NamasteNode, its authors, contributors, or any other person or entity, or falsely claiming or misrepresenting your affiliation with NamasteNode.
• Distributing Malware: Uploading, transmitting, or distributing any viruses, trojans, worms, ransomware, spyware, adware, or any other malicious software or code through the Website, including through comments, links, or any other user-generated content.
• Circumventing Security: Attempting to bypass, disable, or circumvent any security features, access controls, or content protection mechanisms implemented on the Website.
• Framing and Mirroring: Framing, mirroring, or otherwise embedding the Website or its Content on any other website or platform without written permission.

4. Intellectual Property

All Content published on the Website, including but not limited to text, articles, tutorials, code examples, images, graphics, logos, icons, design elements, layout, and the overall look and feel of the Website, is the intellectual property of NamasteNode and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws unless otherwise explicitly stated.

You May:

• Read, browse, and learn from all publicly available Content on the Website freely and at no charge
• Share direct links (URLs) to any page or article on the Website through social media, email, forums, messaging platforms, and other digital channels
• Quote brief excerpts or passages from our Content for purposes of commentary, criticism, news reporting, or education, provided you include proper attribution (author name and a clickable link back to the original article on namastenode.com)
• Reference our Content in academic papers, presentations, or educational materials with appropriate citation

You May Not:

• Republish, reproduce, or redistribute entire articles, tutorials, or substantial portions of our Content on any other website, platform, publication, or medium without our prior written permission
• Remove, alter, obscure, or tamper with any copyright notices, author attributions, watermarks, or other proprietary markings from our Content
• Create derivative works based on our Content (such as translations, adaptations, video versions, or summarized versions) without obtaining prior written permission from NamasteNode
• Use our Content, in whole or in part, for the purpose of training, fine-tuning, or developing artificial intelligence (AI) models, machine learning (ML) systems, large language models (LLMs), or any other automated systems without our explicit written consent
• Claim authorship or ownership of any Content originally created and published by NamasteNode
• Use the NamasteNode name, logo, or branding in any manner that suggests endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation without prior written authorization

5. Code Examples License

Code snippets, code blocks, and code examples included within our tutorials, articles, and educational content are provided under an MIT-style license for educational use, subject to the following terms:

• You are free to use, copy, modify, and incorporate these code snippets in your own personal and commercial projects without requiring explicit permission.
• Code examples are provided "as is," without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
• In no event shall NamasteNode or its authors be liable for any claim, damages, or other liability arising from the use of these code examples in your projects.
• For substantial reuse (e.g., incorporating a significant portion of a tutorial's codebase or using a complete project template), we kindly request that you include an acknowledgment or attribution to NamasteNode with a link to the original article. While not legally required for small snippets, attribution is always appreciated and helps support the creation of more free educational content.
• This license applies solely to the code portions of our Content. The accompanying explanatory text, article prose, images, and other non-code Content remain subject to the intellectual property provisions outlined in Section 4.

6. User-Generated Content (Comments)

Our Website may provide comment sections and other interactive features that allow Users to post, submit, or display content ("User-Generated Content" or "UGC"). By posting a comment or any other User-Generated Content on the Website, you agree to the following terms:

Ownership and License

• You retain full ownership of the content you create and post.
• By posting User-Generated Content, you grant NamasteNode a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content on the Website and in connection with the operation and promotion of the Website.
• This license continues even if you later delete your comment, as cached or archived versions may persist.

Content Restrictions

When posting comments or any User-Generated Content, you agree not to post content that:

• Is illegal, unlawful, or promotes illegal activities under the laws of any applicable jurisdiction
• Constitutes spam, unsolicited advertising, promotional material, or any form of commercial solicitation
• Contains hate speech, discriminatory language, threats, or content that promotes violence or hostility toward any individual or group based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic
• Contains personal attacks, harassment, bullying, intimidation, or defamatory statements directed at other Users, our authors, or any third party
• Infringes upon copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, or other intellectual property rights of any third party
• Discloses personal, private, or confidential information of any third party without their explicit consent, including but not limited to phone numbers, email addresses, physical addresses, financial information, or identification documents
• Contains viruses, malware, or malicious links designed to harm other Users or their devices
• Is obscene, pornographic, or otherwise inappropriate for a general audience

Moderation

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to review, monitor, edit, or remove any User-Generated Content at our sole discretion, for any reason or no reason, without prior notice. We are not responsible for, and do not endorse, the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any User-Generated Content posted by Users.

7. Newsletter Terms

Our newsletter service is governed by the following terms:

• Opt-In Only: Subscription to our newsletter is entirely voluntary and opt-in. You will only receive newsletter emails if you have actively subscribed by providing your email address through our subscription form.
• Unsubscribe Anytime: You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link provided at the bottom of every newsletter email we send. Unsubscribe requests will be processed promptly, though you may receive emails that were already in queue at the time of your request.
• No Third-Party Sharing: Your email address will not be sold, rented, traded, or shared with third parties for their marketing or promotional purposes. Your email information is used solely for delivering our newsletter and related communications.
• Promotional Content: Our newsletters may include promotional content related to our own products, services, courses, or recommended resources. All such promotional content will be clearly identifiable.
• Email Frequency: We aim to send newsletters at a reasonable frequency. The frequency may vary depending on the volume of new content and updates we have to share.

8. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Website contains links to third-party websites, resources, and services that are not owned, operated, or controlled by NamasteNode. These links are provided solely for your convenience and informational reference. Third-party resources we may link to include, but are not limited to:

• npm packages and their documentation on npmjs.com
• GitHub repositories, issues, and discussions
• Official documentation sites for programming languages, frameworks, and libraries (such as nodejs.org, developer.mozilla.org, reactjs.org, etc.)
• Stack Overflow discussions and answers
• Online tools, utilities, and development platforms
• Other blogs, tutorials, and educational resources

NamasteNode is not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy policies, terms of service, security practices, or availability of any third-party websites or services. The inclusion of any third-party link does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or approval by NamasteNode. We strongly encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external website before engaging with it.

9. Advertising

Our Website displays advertisements served through Google AdSense and potentially other third-party advertising networks. Please note the following regarding advertising on our Website:

• Advertisements displayed on the Website are provided, managed, and served by third-party advertising networks and their respective advertisers. The content of these advertisements is determined by the advertisers and the ad networks, not by NamasteNode.
• NamasteNode is not responsible for the content, accuracy, legality, claims, or quality of any third-party advertisements or the products and services they promote.
• The appearance of any advertisement on the Website does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or approval of the advertised product, service, or company by NamasteNode.
• Your interactions with third-party advertisers, including any purchases, transactions, or disputes, are solely between you and the advertiser. NamasteNode shall not be a party to, or liable for, any such interactions.
• Third-party advertisers may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to serve ads based on your browsing history. Please refer to our Privacy Policy and the respective advertisers' privacy policies for more information.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, FEATURES, AND SERVICES PROVIDED THROUGH IT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, NamasteNode expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement
• Any warranty that the Website will be available, uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• Any warranty that the Content is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or free from errors or omissions
• Any warranty that the Website or its servers are free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components
• Any warranty that defects or errors will be corrected

Code examples and technical tutorials are provided strictly for educational and illustrative purposes. They are not guaranteed to be production-ready, secure, bug-free, or suitable for any specific use case. You assume full responsibility for any use of the Content in your own projects.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NAMASTENODE, ITS OWNER(S), AUTHOR(S), CONTRIBUTOR(S), AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE WEBSITE OR ANY CONTENT THEREIN.

This limitation of liability applies to, but is not limited to, damages arising from:

• Data Loss: Loss, corruption, or unauthorized access of any data resulting from the use of code examples, tutorials, or any other Content on the Website
• Business Interruption: Any interruption to your business operations, services, or systems caused by or related to the application of information obtained from the Website
• Code Bugs and Errors: Bugs, errors, vulnerabilities, or unintended behavior in code examples provided on the Website that you incorporate into your own projects
• Security Incidents: Security breaches, vulnerabilities, or incidents arising from the implementation of techniques, code, or configurations described on the Website
• Financial Loss: Any financial or monetary loss, including lost profits, lost revenue, or costs incurred as a result of relying on the Website's Content
• Third-Party Actions: Actions, content, products, or services of any third parties linked to or referenced on the Website

In any event, the maximum aggregate liability of NamasteNode for all claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or the use of the Website shall be limited to the total amount you have paid to NamasteNode for accessing the Website, which, for free content, is zero (INR 0 / USD $0). This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory under which liability is asserted.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless NamasteNode, its owner(s), author(s), contributor(s), affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, and fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or relating to:

• Your use or misuse of the Website or any Content provided therein
• Your violation of these Terms of Service or any applicable law or regulation
• Your violation of any rights of any third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or proprietary rights
• Any User-Generated Content you post, submit, or transmit through the Website
• Any claim that your User-Generated Content caused damage to a third party

This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Website.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Website, in whole or in part, at our sole discretion, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of any provision of these Terms of Service
• Engaging in any prohibited use as described in Section 3
• Conduct that we determine, in our sole discretion, to be harmful to other Users, to us, or to third parties
• Requests from law enforcement or other government agencies

Upon termination of your access, the following sections of these Terms shall survive and remain in full force and effect: Intellectual Property (Section 4), Disclaimer of Warranties (Section 10), Limitation of Liability (Section 11), Indemnification (Section 12), Governing Law (Section 16), and any other provisions that by their nature should survive termination.

14. Modifications to These Terms

NamasteNode reserves the right to revise, amend, or modify these Terms of Service at any time and at our sole discretion. When we make changes:

• The updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date at the top.
• For material changes that significantly affect your rights or obligations, we will make reasonable efforts to provide prominent notice, such as a banner on the Website or a notification through our newsletter.
• Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of and agreement to the modified Terms.
• If you do not agree with the revised Terms, your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Website.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about the terms governing your use of the Website.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect as if the invalid or unenforceable provision had never been included.

16. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law principles or provisions.

Any disputes, claims, or controversies arising out of or relating to these Terms or the use of the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended) of India. The arbitration shall be conducted by a sole arbitrator mutually agreed upon by the parties. The seat of arbitration shall be in India. The language of arbitration shall be English. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect its intellectual property rights or to prevent irreparable harm.

17. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries about these Terms of Service, please reach out to us through one of the following methods:

• Contact Page: Visit our contact page and submit your inquiry through the form provided.
• Email: Send an email to [email protected]

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.