Terms and conditions

    Last updated: May 23, 2025

    1. Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing or using the services offered by The Expert Community Inc. (“TEC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) at https://www.theexpertcommunity.com (the “Site”) or engaging our consulting, technology, marketing, or related services (the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site or Services.

    2. Description of Services

    TEC provides business consulting, digital marketing, technology development, AI & automation, analytics, and related professional services as detailed on our Site. All statements of work, proposals, or project plans are subject to these Terms unless an alternative written agreement is executed by both parties.

    3. User Obligations

    • Accurate Information: You must provide current, complete, and accurate information when you register or submit forms.
    • Compliance: You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and intellectual property rights when using our Site or Services.
    • Prohibited Conduct: You may not (a) reverse engineer, modify, or otherwise tamper with any TEC software or materials; (b) use the Site or Services for unlawful purposes; or (c) attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our systems.

    4. Intellectual Property

    All content on the Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software—is the property of TEC or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may view and download materials for your personal, noncommercial use only. Any other use, reproduction, or distribution without our express written permission is strictly prohibited.

    5. Confidentiality

    During the course of engagement, both parties may exchange confidential information. Each party agrees to:

    • Use such confidential information solely for the purpose of performing under these Terms.

    • Protect that information with the same degree of care it uses to protect its own confidential information, but no less than reasonable care.

    • Not disclose any confidential information to third parties without the prior written consent of the disclosing party.

    6. Fees and Payment

    • Quotes and Invoices: Fees for Services will be set forth in proposals or statements of work and invoiced as agreed.
    • Payment Terms: Unless otherwise specified, payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Late payments may incur interest at 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law.
    • Expenses: Client will reimburse reasonable, pre-approved travel and out-of-pocket expenses incurred by TEC in delivering Services.

    7. Warranties and Disclaimers

    • Limited Warranty: TEC warrants that it will perform Services in a professional and workmanlike manner.

    • Disclaimer: Except as expressly set forth herein, TEC disclaims all other warranties, whether express or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

    8. Limitation of Liability

    To the maximum extent permitted by law, TEC’s total liability for any and all claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall not exceed the total fees paid by you to TEC in the six (6) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim. In no event shall TEC be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages.

    9. Indemnification

    You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless TEC and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Site or Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

    10. Termination

    Either party may terminate an engagement upon 30 days’ written notice if the other party materially breaches these Terms and fails to cure the breach within that notice period. Upon termination, you will pay for all Services performed and expenses incurred up to the date of termination.

    11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

    These Terms and any disputes arising hereunder shall be governed by the laws of the State of Punjab, India, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute not resolved by good-faith negotiation shall be submitted to binding arbitration in Chandigarh under the rules of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, with the arbitrator’s decision being final and enforceable.

    12. Changes to Terms

    We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting the revised Terms on the Site, with the “Last updated” date reflecting the change. Your continued use of the Site or Services after such posting constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

    13. Contact Information

    If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
    The Expert Community Inc.
    608, Sector 82, JLPL Industrial Area
    Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab 140306, India
    📧 [email protected] | 📞 +91 84276 66818

    Thank you for choosing TEC. We look forward to collaborating with you under these Terms.