Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using thefactoryai.in (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Site.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Description of Service

The Factory AI is an independent editorial platform providing practical insights on AI, IoT, ERP, and digital transformation for Indian and Asian SME manufacturers (₹10-200 Cr revenue). Our services include:

• Editorial articles and industry analysis
• Newsletter subscriptions (2 emails per week)
• Contact and inquiry forms
• Links to our consulting arm, The Idea Smith

Editorial Independence: The Factory AI maintains strict editorial independence. All content is practitioner-led and free from vendor bias. Our consulting services (provided by The Idea Smith) are clearly separated from editorial content.

3. User Accounts and Registration

Currently, our Site does not require user accounts for accessing content. If you subscribe to our newsletter or submit contact forms, you are responsible for:

• Providing accurate and complete information
• Maintaining the confidentiality of any credentials (if applicable in the future)
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You must not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights of The Factory AI or third parties
• Transmit harmful code (viruses, malware, etc.)
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Scrape, harvest, or collect data from the Site using automated tools without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Use the Site for spamming or unsolicited commercial purposes

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on the Site—including articles, text, images, graphics, logos, and software—is the property of The Factory AI or The Idea Smith and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Your Use of Content

You may:

• Personal Use: Read, print, and share articles for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Attribution: Share content with proper attribution (e.g., "Source: The Factory AI, thefactoryai.in")
• Excerpts: Quote brief excerpts with attribution and a link back to the original article

You may NOT:

• Reproduce entire articles without permission
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes without licensing
• Remove copyright notices or attributions

For licensing inquiries, contact us at [email protected].

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We do not warrant that:

• The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• The information provided is accurate, complete, or current
• Any defects or errors will be corrected
• The Site is free from viruses or harmful components

Important Note: Our editorial content represents our honest analysis and opinions based on industry experience. However, it should not be considered professional advice. Always consult qualified professionals for specific business decisions.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE FACTORY AI, THE IDEA SMITH, AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Site
• Damages arising from reliance on content provided on the Site
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data

Maximum Liability: In no event shall our total liability exceed ₹10,000 (INR Ten Thousand) or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (if any), whichever is less.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Factory AI, The Idea Smith, and their officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your submission of false or misleading information

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services that are not owned or controlled by The Factory AI. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

The Idea Smith Connection: The Factory AI is an editorial initiative by The Idea Smith, our consulting arm. When you click "Explore Smart Factory Solutions," you are redirected to The Idea Smith's services. These consulting services are governed by separate terms and contracts.

10. Newsletter Subscription Terms

By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to:

• Receive 2 emails per week with editorial content
• Provide a valid email address
• Confirm your subscription via double opt-in (verification email)

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].

11. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to us (e.g., via contact forms), you grant The Factory AI a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for business purposes.

You represent and warrant that your submissions:

• Do not infringe any third-party rights
• Are not defamatory, obscene, or unlawful
• Do not contain confidential information without authorization

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• At our sole discretion without cause

Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease immediately. Provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations of liability shall survive termination.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

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

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [Your City/State], India. However, we retain the right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction.

14. Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution: Before filing a legal claim, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

Arbitration (Optional): If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (India), seated in [Your City], India.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Factory AI regarding the use of the Site, superseding any prior agreements.

17. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact: