TERMS OF USE
sufimeditationcenter.com
Last Updated: July 28th, 2025
Purpose: These Terms of Use establish the rules and guidelines for accessing and using https://sufimeditationcenter.com, ensuring a safe and lawful user experience for all visitors.
1. OVERVIEW
This website, https://sufimeditationcenter.com ("Website"), is operated by Sufi Meditation Centers Society, a registered nonprofit organization in British Columbia, Canada ("we," "us," or "our"). We provide information, tools, and services under the condition that users agree to all terms, conditions, policies, and notices detailed in these Terms of Use ("Terms").
These Terms apply to all users, including browsers, donors, volunteers, merchants, and content contributors.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By accessing our Website and engaging with our services, you consent to be bound by these Terms, including any additional terms referenced herein or linked via hyperlink.
Please review these Terms carefully before using our services. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not access or use the Website.
We regularly update these Terms, and any new features or tools will be subject to the current Terms. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Website after any changes indicates your acceptance of those changes.
3. ONLINE SERVICE TERMS
By using this Website, you confirm your agreement to the following conditions:
Age Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, or have verifiable parental or guardian consent, to use this Website.
Lawful Use
You agree not to use the Website for any unauthorized, unlawful, or prohibited purposes, including activities that:
Prohibited Actions
You must not:
Information Accuracy
When using any form or feature on the Website, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for keeping your information updated.
Account Security
You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access.
4. GENERAL CONDITIONS
Service Availability
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the availability of the Website or any services at our discretion, with or without notice. We are not liable for any downtime or service interruptions except as required by law.
Content Handling
Prohibited Exploitation
You may not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any part of the Website without our express written consent.
Optional Third-Party Tools
We may provide access to third-party tools that we do not monitor or control. These are provided "as is" without warranties. You use them at your own risk and should review their terms before use.
5. INFORMATION ACCURACY AND DISCLAIMER
We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information on our Website. Content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for decisions.
Always consult primary, authoritative sources for critical information. Any reliance on Website content is at your own risk.
We may update, change, or remove content without notice and reserve the right to correct errors, inaccuracies, or omissions at any time.
6. DONATIONS AND PAYMENTS
Processing and Security
Donations are processed through secure third-party payment providers. By donating, you agree to their terms and conditions. We use industry-standard encryption for all financial transactions.
Payment Authorization
You must use valid, authorized payment methods and confirm you have permission to use the submitted payment information. International donors should ensure compliance with local banking regulations.
Fund Allocation
Upon receipt, donations support our mission and operations as we determine appropriate. While we use funds responsibly according to our charitable purpose, we cannot accommodate requests to allocate funds to specific projects.
Tax Deductibility
As a registered nonprofit organization in British Columbia, donations may be eligible for Canadian tax benefits to the extent allowed by law. Consult a tax professional for specific advice. We provide donation receipts upon request for your records.
Refund Policy
Donations are generally considered final and non-refundable. For more details, please review our Refund Policy available on our Website.
Recurring Donations
If you set up recurring donations, you may cancel at any time by contacting us at info@sufimeditationcenter.com. Cancellations take effect for the next scheduled donation cycle.
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Ownership
All Website content, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, and design elements, is our exclusive property or used with proper permission. This content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Permitted Use
You may:
Prohibited Use
You may not:
Trademark Protection
All trademarks, service marks, logos, and trade names are owned by us or their respective owners. Unauthorized use is prohibited and may result in legal action.
Reporting Infringement
If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed, contact us at info@sufimeditationcenter.com with:
8. USER-GENERATED CONTENT
License Grant
By submitting content (comments, testimonials, images, videos, etc.), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licenseto use, reproduce, modify, and display your content solely for purposes related to our charitable mission and Website operations. This license continues only while your content remains on our Website.
Content Ownership
You retain ownership of your original content. We do not claim ownership of your submissions.
Content Standards
You agree not to submit content that:
Moderation Rights
We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any user content at our discretion, particularly content that violates these Terms or applicable laws.
No Confidentiality
User-generated content is not treated as confidential. Do not submit confidential or proprietary information.
9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our Website may include links to third-party websites or services for your convenience and information.
No Endorsement
Including third-party links does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation. We do not control or monitor third-party content and cannot guarantee its accuracy or reliability.
User Responsibility
Access and use of third-party websites is at your own risk. Review their terms of service and privacy policies before engaging. We are not liable for any issues arising from third-party interactions.
Limitation of Liability
We disclaim all responsibility for third-party websites. Any disputes with third parties are solely between you and them.
10. PRIVACY AND COOKIES
Privacy Policy
Your use of our Website is governed by our Privacy Policy, which details how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our Website, you agree to our privacy practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
Cookie Usage
Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze Website traffic, and improve our services. By using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy.
Your Rights
You have rights regarding your personal data, including access, correction, and deletion rights where applicable by law. Contact us to exercise these rights.
11. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
The Website and all services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We specifically disclaim all implied warranties, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
We do not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure. Your use of the Website is solely at your own risk.
12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we, our officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates disclaim all liability for damages arising from your use of the Website, including:
Maximum Liability: Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you have paid us in the year preceding any claim, or CAD$100, whichever is greater.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.
13. ACCOUNT TERMINATION AND DATA
Termination Rights
You may stop using the Website at any time. We may terminate or suspend your access immediately for any reason, particularly for Terms violations.
Data Retention
Upon termination, we may delete account information according to our Privacy Policy. We retain some data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Data Portability
You may request a copy of your personal data in a portable format by contacting us.
14. ASSIGNMENT
We may assign, transfer, or delegate our rights and obligations under these Terms without notice, particularly in cases of corporate restructuring, merger, acquisition, or asset sale. Any assignee will be bound by these Terms.
15. WAIVER
Our failure to enforce any provision does not waive our right to enforce it later. Waivers must be in writing and signed by our authorized representative.
16. FORCE MAJEURE
We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, strikes, embargoes, government orders, natural disasters, or cyberattacks.
17. CHANGES TO TERMS
We may modify these Terms at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance. We encourage regular review of these Terms.
For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through the Website or email where feasible.
18. SEVERABILITY
If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, it will be modified to the minimum extent necessary, and remaining provisions will remain in full effect.
19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Sufi Meditations Centers Society regarding Website use, superseding all prior agreements or communications.
20. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
These Terms are governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
We prefer resolution of disputes through mediation or binding arbitration for speed and confidentiality. For disputes involving intellectual property or where injunctive relief is sought, the exclusive jurisdiction is the courts located in British Columbia, Canada.
Both parties agree to make good faith efforts to resolve disputes informally before pursuing formal legal action.
21. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms of Service:
Email: info@sufimeditationcenter.com
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days.
For urgent legal matters, please mark your communication as "URGENT - LEGAL MATTER" in the subject line.
This document was last updated on July 28th 2025 Please check this page regularly for updates.
