Terms of Service
Last Updated: 06/012/2025
Introduction
Welcome to Subhrajyoti Mahato (the “Site”). This website is owned and operated by Subhrajyoti Mahato (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing this Site, reading our blog, or hiring us for services (including SEO, Content Marketing, Generative Engine Optimization, and Consulting), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services.
Intellectual Property Rights
A. Our Original Content Unless otherwise indicated, the Site is our proprietary property. All source code, blog posts, text, website custom designs, and the specific arrangement of content (collectively, the “Original Content”) are owned by us and are protected by copyright laws.
Licensed Content (Stock Media)
This Site utilizes royalty-free stock images, icons, and graphics licensed from third-party providers (e.g., Pixabay, Pexels, Canva, etc.). We do not claim ownership of the underlying copyright for these specific stock assets; we utilize them under the terms of their respective non-exclusive licenses.
Third-Party Content & Fair Dealing
This Site may occasionally display logos, screenshots, or mentions of third-party products, brands, or websites (e.g., Google, Semrush, Ahrefs, AI platforms) for educational, commentary, or review purposes.
Ownership: We make no claim of ownership over these third-party trademarks or copyrighted materials. All such rights remain with their respective owners.
Fair Dealing: Such use is intended to fall under “Fair Dealing” principles (as per the Copyright Act, 1957 of India) for the purposes of criticism, review, and education.
No Affiliation: The use of third-party logos or names does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or sponsorship from those third parties unless explicitly stated.
Payment Terms
Deposit: A 50% upfront deposit is required before any work commences.
Balance: The remaining 50% is due upon completion of the project or as specified in the invoice.
Late Fees: We reserve the right to pause services or charge a late fee if payment is not made by the due date.
Refunds: Due to the time-intensive nature of digital services and consulting, no refunds are offered once work has commenced on the agreed-upon scope.
Critical Disclaimers (SEO & GEO)
A. No Guarantee of Results. While we utilize industry best practices and high-level expertise:
SEO: We do not guarantee specific search engine rankings (e.g., “Page 1 of Google”) or specific traffic numbers. Search algorithms are volatile and outside our control.
GEO (Generative Engine Optimization): We do not guarantee visibility in AI answer engines (e.g., ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini). These platforms are experimental and subject to rapid change.
Third-Party Platforms We are not liable for changes made by third-party platforms (Google core updates, AI model updates) that may negatively affect your rankings or visibility after our work is completed.
B. B. Third-Party Platforms We are not liable for changes made by third-party platforms (Google core updates, AI model updates) that may negatively affect your rankings or visibility after our work is completed.
User Conduct
If you interact with our Site (e.g., leaving comments on the blog):
- You must not post spam, offensive content, or promotional links without permission.
- We reserve the right to delete any comments without notice.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Subhrajyoti Mahato shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use the Site or Services.
- Any errors or omissions in the content provided on the blog.
- Any loss of data, revenue, or profits arising from our consulting advice.
Our total liability to you for any claim arising out of these Terms or our Services is limited to the amount you paid us for the Service in the three (3) months preceding the claim.
External Links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites or tools. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these sites.
Affiliate Disclosure
We may include links to products, services, or tools (such as SEO software, hosting providers, or AI platforms) that we recommend.
- Commissions: If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
- Honesty Policy: We only recommend products or services that we believe provide value. However, the existence of an affiliate link should be considered when evaluating our recommendations.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Site or Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
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