Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: 9 April 2026
Last Updated: 9 April 2026
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Tree Tagging Platform (the “Service”) operated by Mission Sustainability (“we”, “our”, or “us”).
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.
1. Eligibility
To use the Service, you must:
- Be at least 13 years of age, or use the platform under the supervision of a legal guardian
- Provide accurate and complete information during registration
- Use the platform only for lawful purposes
We reserve the right to approve, reject, or suspend accounts at our discretion.
2. Account Registration and Access
a. User Types
Users may register as:
- Individual
- Organisation
- NGO
Each user type may have different access levels and permissions.
b. Verification
- All accounts are subject to admin approval
- We may request additional information for verification
- Access to platform features is granted only after approval
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
3. Platform Use and Functionality
The Service enables users to:
- Create and manage tree plantation projects
- Generate QR codes linked to individual trees
- Update tree-level data (location, images, status, etc.)
- View trees globally through a map interface
You agree to use these features responsibly and accurately.
4. User Responsibilities
By using the Service, you agree:
- To provide accurate, verifiable, and non-misleading data
- Not to upload false, manipulated, or misleading information
- Not to misuse QR codes or tagging systems
- Not to attempt unauthorized access to the platform
- Not to interfere with system integrity or performance
You are solely responsible for the data you upload and manage.
5. Data Ownership and Rights
- Users retain ownership of the data they upload (e.g., tree data, images, project details)
- By uploading data, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:
- Display the data on the platform
- Use it for analytics, reporting, and platform improvement
- Showcase impact (with or without attribution, unless agreed otherwise)
6. Public Visibility of Data
You acknowledge that:
- Tree and project data may be displayed publicly on a global map
- Certain information (e.g., location, images, project summaries) may be visible to other users or the public
- This visibility is essential for transparency, traceability, and impact verification
7. QR Code Usage
- QR codes generated through the platform are linked to specific trees/projects
- Users are responsible for:
- Proper usage and placement of QR codes
- Ensuring QR codes are not duplicated, tampered with, or misused
Any misuse may result in account suspension.
8. Admin Rights and Platform Control
We reserve the right to:
- Approve or reject users and projects
- Modify, suspend, or remove content that violates these Terms
- Restrict or terminate access to users who misuse the platform
- Audit or review data for credibility and compliance
9. Third-Party Services
The platform may integrate or rely on third-party services (e.g., hosting, analytics, maps).
We are not responsible for:
- Third-party service availability or performance
- Their data handling practices
10. Intellectual Property
- The platform, including its design, software, and content (excluding user-generated data), is owned by Mission Sustainability
- You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute platform content without permission
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- We do not guarantee the accuracy of user-generated data
- We are not liable for:
- Any loss or damage resulting from reliance on platform data
- Misuse of QR codes or project data
- Platform downtime or technical issues
The Service is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis.
12. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account if:
- You violate these Terms
- You provide false or misleading information
- You misuse the platform or its features
You may also request account deletion at any time.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mission Sustainability from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your data or content
- Your violation of these Terms
14. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.
15. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time.
- Updates will be posted on this page
- Continued use of the Service implies acceptance of the updated Terms