Terms and Conditions

Effective Date:

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using Global Trade Alliance (GTA) services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of Global Trade Alliance's ("GTA," "we," "us," or "our") services, including but not limited to:

  • Our website (gtaindia.org)
  • Trade events and exhibitions
  • Global trade platform services
  • Consultancy and sourcing services
  • Any other services provided by GTA

By accessing or using any GTA service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use our services.

2. Our Services

GTA provides the following core services:

Global Trade Platform

Digital platform connecting buyers and sellers worldwide

Trade Events

B2B exhibitions, trade fairs, and networking events

Market Connections

Verified buyer and supplier matchmaking

Service Limitations

  • We act as facilitators, not parties to transactions between users
  • We do not guarantee specific business outcomes or results
  • Service availability may be subject to maintenance and updates
  • We reserve the right to modify or discontinue services at any time

3. Registration & Accounts

To access certain services, you must register for an account:

Account Requirements

  • You must be at least 18 years old
  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of unauthorized access

Account Termination Rights

  • We may suspend or terminate accounts for violations
  • Accounts inactive for 12+ months may be deactivated
  • You may close your account at any time
  • Termination doesn't affect accrued rights or obligations

Business Verification

For trade services, we may require business verification documents including GST registration, company incorporation certificates, and trade licenses to ensure platform integrity.

4. User Obligations

As a GTA user, you agree to:

Do's Don'ts
Provide accurate business information Misrepresent your identity or qualifications
Respect intellectual property rights Infringe on patents, trademarks, or copyrights
Comply with all applicable laws Engage in illegal or fraudulent activities
Maintain professional conduct Harass or discriminate against others

Prohibited Activities

Spam & Unsolicited Communications

No bulk messaging or unauthorized marketing

Data Mining & Scraping

No unauthorized data collection from our platform

5. Intellectual Property

GTA Property

All content on our platform, including:

  • Logos, trademarks, and branding
  • Website design and layout
  • Software and code
  • Proprietary databases
  • Marketing materials

Are owned by or licensed to GTA and protected by intellectual property laws.

User Content

By submitting content to our platform:

  • You retain ownership of your content
  • You grant GTA a license to use, display, and distribute
  • License is worldwide, non-exclusive, and royalty-free
  • License continues after account termination

You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to any content you submit.

Copyright Notice

© Global Trade Alliance. All rights reserved. No part of our platform may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from GTA.

6. Payments & Fees

Fee Structure

Certain GTA services require payment. Fees may include:

Event Registration Fees As per event brochure
Platform Subscription Monthly/Annual plans
Consultancy Services Project-based or hourly
Custom Solutions Quoted separately

Payment Terms

  • All fees are in Indian Rupees (₹) unless specified
  • Payments are non-refundable unless required by law
  • Late payments may incur additional charges
  • Taxes (GST) are additional as applicable

Refund Policy

Refunds are issued at GTA's discretion and only under exceptional circumstances. Event registrations are generally non-refundable but may be transferable to another participant with prior approval.

7. Liability & Disclaimer

Important Disclaimers

GTA provides services "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, GTA shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, or data
  • Business interruption or loss of opportunity
  • Acts or omissions of other users

Total liability shall not exceed fees paid by you in the last 6 months.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless GTA from any claims arising from:

  • Your use of our services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your infringement of third-party rights
  • Your content or conduct

This includes reasonable attorney fees and legal costs.

8. Termination

By GTA

We may suspend or terminate your access immediately if you:

  • Violate these Terms
  • Engage in fraudulent activity
  • Cause harm to other users
  • Fail to pay required fees

By You

You may terminate your account at any time by:

  • Contacting our support team
  • Following account closure procedures
  • Unsubscribing from services

Outstanding fees remain payable upon termination.

9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction

Exclusive jurisdiction for any disputes shall be the courts located in New Delhi, India.

Resolution Process

Parties agree to attempt informal resolution before pursuing legal action.

Dispute Resolution Timeline

1

Informal
Negotiation

2

Mediation

3

Legal
Proceedings

10. Changes to Terms

Modification Rights

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Effective Date" at the top
  • Material changes will be notified via email or platform notice
  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
  • You should review Terms periodically for updates

Version History

Previous versions of these Terms are archived and available upon request. Major changes will be highlighted in update notifications.

Contact & Questions

For Terms Inquiries

Email: legal@gtaindia.org

Phone: +91-7015080210

Hours: Mon-Fri, 9AM-6PM IST

General Support

Email: support@gtaindia.org

WhatsApp: +91-7678293858

Acknowledgment

By using GTA services, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, understand them, and agree to be bound by them. You also confirm that you have the authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of yourself or your organization.