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Last updated: August 18, 2025

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using our website.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation:
The words where the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions apply whether they appear in singular or plural.

Definitions:
For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions:

  • Company (referred to as "the Company", "We", "Us", or "Our") refers to PSYCHSHELF.
  • Website refers to PSYCHSHELF, accessible at https://psychshelf.blogspot.com/.
  • Service means the Website and its content.
  • You mean the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service.
  • Device means any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
  • Country refers to: Sri Lanka.

2. Acknowledgment

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part, you must stop using the Service.

You confirm that you are at least 18 years old or using the Service with the consent of a parent/guardian.

Your use of the Service is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

3. Intellectual Property and Copyright

All content published on PSYCHSHELF, including but not limited to:

  • Articles, written materials, and educational resources
  • Images, graphics, and media content
  • The website name PSYCHSHELF and its logo
  • Design, layout, and formatting of the Website

is the exclusive property of PSYCHSHELF and is protected by copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without prior written permission.
  • Use our logo, brand name, or images for commercial purposes without authorization.
  • Modify or create derivative works from our content without approval.

Fair Use Exception: You may share brief excerpts of our content for educational or non-commercial purposes, provided you give clear credit and a link back to PSYCHSHELF.

Unauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in legal action.

4. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of third-party sites. We strongly advise you to review their policies before engaging with them.

5. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website immediately, without notice, if you violate these Terms.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, PSYCHSHELF and its contributors shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data, profits, or goodwill
  • Errors, inaccuracies, or interruptions in the Service

Your use of the Website is at your own risk.

7. “As Is” and “As Available” Disclaimer

The Service is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.

8. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Sri Lanka, without regard to conflict of law principles.

9. Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute or concern, you agree to attempt to resolve it informally by contacting us before pursuing formal legal action.

10. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. Failure by the Company to enforce a right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the "Last updated" date revised. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect means you accept the updated Terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, you can contact us:

📧 Email: psychshelf101@gmail.com 

 

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