Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2025
About EcoBangla Platform
EcoBangla is an environmental news and sustainability platform that provides comprehensive coverage of climate change, renewable energy, green technologies, and environmental solutions. Our platform enables users to:
- Read and access environmental news articles and sustainability content
- Create accounts to save favorite articles and track reading progress
- Participate in community polls on environmental topics
- Earn eco-levels based on engagement with educational content
- Join a community dedicated to environmental awareness and action
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using EcoBangla (the "Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service. These terms apply to all users, including visitors, registered users, and contributors.
2. User Accounts and Authentication
Account Creation: To access certain features of EcoBangla, you may create an account using Google Sign-In or email authentication. When you create an account, you agree to provide accurate and current information.
Google OAuth: If you sign in with Google, you authorize us to access your basic profile information (name, email, profile picture) as provided by Google. We use this information solely for account creation and authentication purposes.
Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in abusive behavior. You may delete your account at any time by contacting us.
3. Use License and Permitted Uses
Permission is granted to access and use EcoBangla for personal, non-commercial purposes, including:
- Reading and sharing environmental news articles
- Saving articles to your personal reading list
- Participating in community polls and discussions
- Tracking your eco-level progress
- Accessing educational content on sustainability
You may not use EcoBangla for any commercial purposes, automated scraping, or distribution of malicious content.
4. Disclaimer
The materials on EcoBangla are provided on an 'as is' basis. EcoBangla makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.
5. Limitations of Liability
In no event shall EcoBangla or its suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on EcoBangla. We provide the Service as-is and make no guarantees about its availability or accuracy.
6. Content Accuracy and Revisions
The materials appearing on EcoBangla, including environmental news and data, could include technical, typographical, or factual errors. EcoBangla does not warrant that any of the materials on its website are accurate, complete, or current. We strive to provide accurate environmental information but recommend verifying critical information with primary sources.
7. External Links and Third-Party Content
EcoBangla may contain links to third-party websites, advertisements, or services. We have not reviewed all sites linked from our platform and are not responsible for the contents, privacy practices, or policies of any such linked sites. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by EcoBangla.
8. Modifications to Terms
EcoBangla may revise these terms of service at any time without prior notice. By continuing to use this website after changes are posted, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. We encourage you to periodically review these terms to stay informed of any updates.
9. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of EcoBangla is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our Service, you consent to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy. You can view our complete Privacy Policy at ecobangla.org/privacy.
10. Governing Law
Any claim relating to EcoBangla shall be governed by the laws of Bangladesh without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Disputes arising from these terms will be resolved in accordance with Bangladesh law.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: ecobangla@proton.me
Website: https://www.ecobangla.org
We will respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
