Privacy Policy
Welcome to www.mahamea.com (“Website”). This Website is operated by Maratha Entrepreneurs’ Association Pune, a not-for-profit company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, having its registered office in Maharashtra (“MEA”, “MEA Pune Chapter”, “we”, “our” or “us”).
We respect your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the data shared on website
1.
Information We Collect -
We may collect the following categories of data
Full name, email address,
phone number
Business name, profession, and
membership status
Payment-related information
(processed securely by Razorpay)
2.
Purpose of Collection -
Your information is collected for
Processing membership
applications and event registrations
Issuing receipts and invoices
Communication about upcoming
events, initiatives, or governance updates
Ensuring compliance with internal
rules and legal requirements
3. Data Sharing - We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third parties. Data may be shared with service providers (like Razorpay) strictly for transaction and communication purposes. Data may be disclosed when legally required under applicable laws.
4. Data Security - We adopt reasonable administrative and technical safeguards (e.g., SSL encryption) to protect your data. However, we shall not be responsible for any breach beyond its reasonable control.
5. Cookies - We may use limited cookies to enhance user experience and collect anonymized site usage analytics. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies.
6. User Rights - You may request access or rectification of your data by writing to us at [contact@mahamea.com]. Requests will be addressed in accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000, and applicable rules.
7. Updates to Policy - We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the Website after changes implies your consent
Terms & Condition
Welcome to www.mahamea.com (“Website”). This Website is operated by Maratha Entrepreneurs’ Association Pune, a not-for-profit company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, having its registered office in Maharashtra (“MEA”, “MEA Pune Chapter”, “we”, “our” or “us”).
By accessing or using the Website and/or making payments through our integrated gateway (Razorpay), you (“User”, “Member”, or “Donor”) agree to be legally bound by the following terms:
1. Eligibility - Only individuals who are eligible to be members as per Association by laws / Articles of Association are allowed to apply for membership. Participation in events or donations for sponsorships is subject to approval by the management committee.
2. Use of the Website - The Website provides information, registration forms, and payment gateways to support community initiatives. Users shall not use the Website for any unlawful purposes or misrepresentation.
3. Payment Terms - Payments for membership fees, event registration, or sponsorships are collected through third-party payment gateways (e.g., Razorpay). By initiating a transaction, you authorize us or our payment service provider to charge your selected payment method.
4. Event Participation & Membership Rights – Application for the Membership is subject to the approval, rights & obligations as per the by laws / AOA of the association. Participation in events may be subject to limited capacity or eligibility criteria. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel memberships or event entries at our sole discretion, subject to internal policies.
5. Intellectual Property - All content on the Website, including logo, design, articles, and event information, is the intellectual property of MEA and cannot be copied, reproduced, or redistributed without prior written consent.
6. Limitation of Liability - MEA shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website or reliance on any information provided.
7. Governing Law - These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India. Disputes, if any, shall be subject to arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the seat of arbitration at Pune, Maharashtra.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Welcome to www.mahamea.com (“Website”). This Website is operated by Maratha Entrepreneurs’ Association Pune, a not-for-profit company registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, having its registered office in Maharashtra (“MEA”, “MEA Pune Chapter”, “we”, “our” or “us”).
We strive to ensure transparency in our membership and event-related payments. However, due to the not-for-profit nature of our organization, the following refund policy applies:
