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Terms of Service
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to WanderSwipe.
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "you", or "your") and WanderSwipe ("WanderSwipe", "we", "our", or "us") governing your access to and use of the WanderSwipe website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").
By accessing or using the Platform in any manner — including registering an account, browsing content, participating in trips, or interacting with any feature — you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you must discontinue your use of the Platform immediately.
WanderSwipe reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Who We Are
WanderSwipe is a travel discovery, social networking, and trip participation platform that enables users to discover destinations, connect with fellow travelers, participate in trips organized by independent organizers, share travel-related content, and engage with travel communities.
WanderSwipe is currently operated from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. Until a formal legal entity is incorporated, references to "WanderSwipe" refer to the owners, operators, affiliates, contractors, and authorized representatives responsible for operating the Platform.
3. Eligibility
The Platform is intended solely for individuals who are at least eighteen (18) years of age and possess the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
By creating an account or using the Platform, you represent and warrant that:
- You are at least 18 years old;
- You possess the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract;
- Your use of the Platform does not violate any applicable law or regulation;
- You have not been previously suspended or removed from the Platform;
- All information you provide is accurate, current, and complete.
WanderSwipe reserves the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or restrict access to any person at any time and for any reason, including in circumstances where eligibility requirements are not met.
4. User Accounts
4.1 Registration
To access certain features of the Platform, you must register for an account. You may register using an email address and password, Google Sign-In, or Apple Sign-In, where available. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to keep your account information up to date.
4.2 Account Security
You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify WanderSwipe immediately at support@wanderswipe.site upon becoming aware of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach. WanderSwipe will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized access to your account that results from your failure to keep credentials secure.
4.3 Account Restrictions
You may not transfer, sell, or otherwise assign your account to any third party. You may not create multiple accounts for the same individual. Creating an account on behalf of another person or entity without authorization is prohibited.
4.4 Account Termination
You may delete your account at any time through the Profile section of the Platform or by contacting support@wanderswipe.site. WanderSwipe reserves the right to suspend or permanently terminate your account for violations of these Terms, fraud, harmful behavior, safety concerns, or for any other reason at WanderSwipe's sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to access and use the Platform ceases immediately.
5. User Conduct
5.1 Prohibited Conduct
When using the Platform, you agree not to:
- Violate any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation;
- Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading activity;
- Harass, threaten, abuse, defame, or discriminate against any person;
- Post, upload, or transmit content that is unlawful, obscene, pornographic, hateful, or offensive;
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity;
- Collect or harvest information about other users without their consent;
- Use the Platform for unsolicited commercial communications or spam;
- Attempt to circumvent security measures, access controls, or authentication systems;
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Platform or servers;
- Use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or scripts to access or interact with the Platform without authorization;
- Post content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of any third party;
- Engage in any activity that could damage, overload, or impair the Platform's infrastructure;
- Use the Platform for any purpose that is harmful, fraudulent, deceptive, threatening, or abusive.
5.2 Content Standards
All content you submit, post, or display through the Platform must comply with these Terms. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to submit such content and that such content does not violate any law or infringe the rights of any third party.
5.3 Reporting
WanderSwipe provides mechanisms to report content or users that violate these Terms. WanderSwipe reserves the right, but has no obligation, to review, remove, or restrict any content or account at its sole discretion.
6. User Generated Content
6.1 Your Content
The Platform allows users to create, upload, publish, and share content, including trip posts, destination reviews, comments, profile information, photographs, videos, voice notes, messages, and other materials ("User Content"). You retain ownership of User Content you submit, subject to the license granted below.
6.2 License to WanderSwipe
By submitting User Content to the Platform, you grant WanderSwipe a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable, sublicensable license to store, display, reproduce, distribute, process, modify for technical purposes, and use your User Content solely to operate and improve the Platform. This license continues for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill operational and legal obligations. Upon account deletion, this license will terminate except where WanderSwipe is required to retain content for legal purposes.
6.3 Content Responsibility
You are solely responsible for the User Content you submit. WanderSwipe does not endorse any User Content. WanderSwipe reserves the right to remove, disable, restrict, or review any User Content that violates these Terms, applicable law, or WanderSwipe's community standards, with or without notice.
6.4 Public Content
Content you choose to make public may be visible to other users and may be searchable, indexable, or accessible to third parties. You should carefully consider what information you choose to make publicly available on the Platform.
7. Organizer Terms
7.1 Organizer Accounts
WanderSwipe may permit approved users ("Organizers") to create, promote, and manage trips and travel-related experiences through the Platform. Becoming an Organizer is subject to verification requirements and ongoing compliance with WanderSwipe's policies.
7.2 Organizer Verification
Organizer applicants may be required to complete verification procedures including, but not limited to, email verification, phone verification, PAN verification, GST verification, business registration verification, identity verification, and other documentation requirements. Verification is designed to improve user trust and safety. Acceptance as an Organizer is at WanderSwipe's sole discretion.
7.3 Organizer Obligations
Approved Organizers agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information about trips, costs, inclusions, and exclusions;
- Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and tax obligations;
- Maintain valid permits, licenses, and insurance required for their activities;
- Treat participants with respect and professionalism;
- Promptly address complaints, concerns, and inquiries from participants;
- Notify WanderSwipe promptly of any material changes to trip details;
- Comply with WanderSwipe's community standards and Platform policies at all times.
7.4 Organizer Listings
Organizers are responsible for all content in their trip listings, including descriptions, pricing, photographs, itineraries, and terms. WanderSwipe may review, edit, reject, or remove listings at its discretion. Organizers must not list trips that are fraudulent, unsafe, misrepresented, or in violation of applicable law.
7.5 Independent Contractors
Organizers are independent contractors, not employees, agents, or partners of WanderSwipe. WanderSwipe does not supervise, direct, or control the activities of Organizers. WanderSwipe is not responsible for the acts, omissions, content, or representations of any Organizer.
7.6 Organizer Suspension or Removal
WanderSwipe may suspend, restrict, or permanently remove an Organizer for any reason, including false information, fraudulent activity, safety concerns, policy violations, repeated complaints, failure to maintain required permits, or conduct harmful to users or the Platform. Organizer status is a privilege and may be revoked at WanderSwipe's sole discretion.
8. Trips, Bookings, and Participation
8.1 Trip Listings
Trip listings on the Platform are created and managed by independent Organizers. WanderSwipe makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, safety, quality, or legality of any trip listing or the activities described therein.
8.2 Booking and Participation
Users who book or express interest in trips do so at their own risk and discretion. By participating in a trip, you acknowledge that travel involves inherent risks, including but not limited to physical injury, illness, property damage, and circumstances beyond WanderSwipe's control.
8.3 Disputes Between Users and Organizers
Any disputes arising between users and Organizers regarding trip quality, cancellations, refunds, safety incidents, or other matters are primarily between the relevant user and the Organizer. WanderSwipe may, at its discretion, facilitate dispute resolution but is under no obligation to do so and does not guarantee any outcome.
8.4 Cancellations and Refunds
Cancellation and refund policies for trips are set by individual Organizers and will be disclosed at the time of booking. WanderSwipe is not responsible for enforcing Organizer cancellation or refund policies. Users should review applicable policies before booking.
8.5 No Guarantee of Quality or Safety
Verification of an Organizer does not constitute a guarantee of trip safety, quality, legality, or the qualifications of the Organizer. Users are responsible for independently evaluating trips and Organizers before participating.
9. Payments
9.1 Payment Processing
Where payment functionality is enabled on the Platform, payments may be processed through third-party payment service providers. By making a payment, you agree to the terms and privacy practices of the applicable payment processor. WanderSwipe does not store complete payment card information.
9.2 Pricing and Fees
All pricing for trips and services is as displayed at the time of booking. WanderSwipe may collect service fees, platform fees, or transaction fees in connection with payments facilitated through the Platform. Applicable fees will be disclosed before payment is completed.
9.3 Organizer Payouts
Where WanderSwipe collects payments on behalf of Organizers, payouts to Organizers are subject to verification, compliance checks, fraud reviews, applicable tax obligations, and Platform policies. WanderSwipe reserves the right to withhold or delay payouts pending investigation of suspected fraud or policy violations.
9.4 Taxes
Users and Organizers are responsible for all taxes applicable to their transactions and activities on the Platform. WanderSwipe may be required to collect, report, or remit certain taxes in accordance with applicable law.
10. Intellectual Property
10.1 WanderSwipe's Intellectual Property
The Platform, including all software, features, content, designs, logos, trademarks, service marks, databases, and other materials created or owned by WanderSwipe, is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. These materials are the exclusive property of WanderSwipe or its licensors. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, publicly display, or create derivative works from WanderSwipe's materials without express written permission.
10.2 Feedback
If you provide suggestions, ideas, feedback, or recommendations regarding the Platform ("Feedback"), WanderSwipe may use such Feedback without restriction or compensation to you. You grant WanderSwipe a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, incorporate, and exploit such Feedback in any manner.
10.3 Third-Party Content
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or include third-party content. WanderSwipe does not own or control third-party content and is not responsible for its accuracy, legality, or appropriateness. Links to third-party sites do not imply endorsement.
11. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. WanderSwipe's collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms. By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
12. Disclaimers
12.1 Platform Provided "As Is"
The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, WanderSwipe expressly disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and title.
12.2 No Warranty of Accuracy
WanderSwipe does not warrant that information on the Platform is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free. Trip listings, organizer information, and user-generated content are provided by third parties, and WanderSwipe makes no representations regarding their accuracy or completeness.
12.3 No Warranty of Availability
WanderSwipe does not warrant that the Platform will be available without interruption, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components. WanderSwipe reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Platform at any time without notice.
12.4 Travel Risks
Travel involves inherent risks. WanderSwipe is not responsible for incidents, accidents, injuries, illness, property damage, or other losses arising from travel activities facilitated through the Platform. Users participate in trips at their own risk.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:
- WanderSwipe's total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid to WanderSwipe in the three (3) months preceding the claim, or (b) INR 1,000 (Indian Rupees one thousand).
- WanderSwipe shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, including lost profits, loss of data, loss of goodwill, or personal injury, arising from your use of or inability to use the Platform.
- WanderSwipe shall not be liable for the acts or omissions of Organizers, third-party service providers, or other users.
- WanderSwipe shall not be liable for loss or damage arising from unauthorized access to your account.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liability. In such jurisdictions, these limitations apply only to the extent permitted by applicable law.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless WanderSwipe and its owners, operators, affiliates, contractors, representatives, and authorized personnel from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in connection with:
- Your use of or access to the Platform;
- Your violation of these Terms;
- Your violation of any applicable law or regulation;
- Your User Content;
- Any trip organized by you as an Organizer;
- Your infringement of any third-party rights.
15. Dispute Resolution
15.1 Informal Resolution
Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to contact WanderSwipe at support@wanderswipe.site and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. WanderSwipe will attempt to resolve disputes within thirty (30) days of receiving written notice.
15.2 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
15.3 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from these Terms that cannot be resolved informally shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
15.4 Consumer Redressal
Nothing in these Terms limits any rights you may have under applicable consumer protection laws in India, including the right to approach consumer redressal forums.
16. Termination
16.1 Termination by You
You may discontinue use of the Platform and delete your account at any time. Termination of your account does not affect obligations that arose prior to termination.
16.2 Termination by WanderSwipe
WanderSwipe may suspend or terminate your account or access to the Platform at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Reasons for termination may include, but are not limited to, violations of these Terms, fraudulent activity, harmful behavior, safety concerns, legal requirements, or operational reasons.
16.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to access and use the Platform ceases immediately. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including provisions relating to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitation of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution.
17. Changes to These Terms
WanderSwipe may modify or update these Terms from time to time due to new features, legal developments, regulatory requirements, operational changes, or other reasons.
17.1 Notification of Changes
Where appropriate, WanderSwipe may notify users of material changes through in-app notices, email communications, website announcements, or other reasonable means. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically.
17.2 Continued Use
Continued use of the Platform following the effective date of updated Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree with changes, you should discontinue use of the Platform and may request account deletion.
18. General Provisions
18.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any additional terms applicable to specific features or services, constitute the entire agreement between you and WanderSwipe regarding your use of the Platform and supersede all prior agreements.
18.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
18.3 No Waiver
WanderSwipe's failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
18.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account to any third party without WanderSwipe's prior written consent. WanderSwipe may assign these Terms and its rights hereunder without restriction in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
18.5 Force Majeure
WanderSwipe shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of government, war, civil unrest, pandemics, power failures, or internet outages.
19. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests relating to these Terms of Service, users may contact WanderSwipe using the details below.
- General Support: support@wanderswipe.site — for account issues, reporting content, technical support, safety concerns, and general inquiries.
- Privacy Requests: privacy@wanderswipe.site — for data access requests, data deletion requests, and privacy concerns.
- Operating Location: WanderSwipe, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.