Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 2025

OVERVIEW

This website is operated by Team hackCBS, the official organizing body of hackCBS, a student hackathon hosted at Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS), University of Delhi. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to hackCBS. hackCBS provides this website, including all related information, resources, and services, to you — the user — subject to your acceptance of the terms, conditions, and policies stated here.

By accessing or using this website (the “Service”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use this site.

hackCBS reserves the right to update, modify, or replace any part of these Terms at any time. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for updates. Continued use of the website following any posted changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

SECTION 1 – WEBSITE TERMS

By agreeing to these Terms, you confirm that you are a student participant or visitor using this site for legitimate educational and informational purposes.

You may not use this website or its content for any illegal, unethical, or unauthorized purpose. You must not transmit any harmful code, malware, or attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the website.

Violation of any of these Terms will result in the immediate termination of your access to the site and any associated services.

SECTION 2 – GENERAL CONDITIONS

We reserve the right to refuse access to anyone at any time for any reason.
You understand that the data you provide through registration or participation may be transmitted across networks and stored securely for event management purposes.
You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any part of the website or its content without express written permission from Team hackCBS.

SECTION 3 – ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, AND TIMELINESS OF INFORMATION

While we make every effort to ensure that all information presented on this website — including event details, schedules, prizes, and themes — is accurate and current, we do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of such information.

All content is provided for general informational purposes only, and you are responsible for verifying any information before relying on it.

SECTION 4 – MODIFICATIONS TO THE EVENT OR WEBSITE

hackCBS reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the event or any part of the website without prior notice, including but not limited to changes in schedule, themes, or prizes.

We shall not be liable for any losses, direct or indirect, resulting from such modifications, suspension, or discontinuation.

SECTION 5 – PARTICIPATION AND SERVICES

hackCBS is a non-commercial educational hackathon, and no purchase or registration fee is required to participate.
Participation is subject to eligibility criteria. hackCBS reserves the right to verify participant credentials and disqualify entries that violate the event’s Code of Conduct or rules.
We make no warranties that any event services (including Wi-Fi, resources, or tools) will be uninterrupted or error-free.

SECTION 6 – USER INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

By registering, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information. False, misleading, or incomplete details may result in disqualification.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials or communications received from hackCBS.

SECTION 7 – THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND RESOURCES

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., sponsors, Discord, GitHub). hackCBS is not responsible for the content, policies, or reliability of any third-party websites. You access them at your own risk.

SECTION 8 – USER CONTENT AND SUBMISSIONS

By submitting any content (“Submissions”) to hackCBS, you agree that:

You retain ownership of your intellectual property.
You grant hackCBS a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your Submission for showcasing, educational, or promotional purposes.
hackCBS has no obligation to maintain confidentiality of Submissions.

SECTION 9 – PERSONAL INFORMATION

Your submission of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy (available separately). We only collect data necessary for event organization, communication, and analysis. hackCBS does not sell, rent, or misuse participant data.

SECTION 10 – ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

hackCBS reserves the right to correct any typographical errors or inaccuracies related to event details or announcements on the website without prior notice.

SECTION 11 – PROHIBITED USES

You are strictly prohibited from using this website or hackCBS resources for:

Any unlawful or fraudulent purpose.
To harm, harass, defame, or discriminate against others.
To upload or transmit malware, viruses, or destructive code.
To disrupt event operations, servers, or communication channels.
To collect or misuse personal data of other participants.

SECTION 12 – DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

All services are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind. hackCBS, its organizers, mentors, volunteers, and partners shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from your participation or use of the website.

SECTION 13 – INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless hackCBS, its organizers, sponsors, partners, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from your breach of these Terms or violation of any laws or rights of a third party.

SECTION 14 – SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent allowed by law, and the remaining terms shall continue in full effect.

SECTION 15 – TERMINATION

These Terms remain in effect until terminated by either party. hackCBS may terminate or suspend your access at any time without notice if it believes you have violated any provision of these Terms.

SECTION 16 – ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms of Service, along with our Privacy Policy and Code of Conduct, constitute the entire agreement between you and hackCBS and supersede any prior communications or agreements.

SECTION 17 – GOVERNING LAW

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, and any disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of the courts of Delhi, India.

SECTION 18 – CHANGES TO TERMS

hackCBS reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. The latest version will always be available on this page. Your continued use of the website constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

SECTION 19 – CONTACT INFORMATION

For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: hackcbs@gmail.com
Address:
Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, Rohini, Delhi, India
Contact (Pulkit Lather): +91 94678 25922
Contact (Harshit Malviya): +91 82734 99942