1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Paiwand ("Platform"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our platform. These terms apply to all users, including organizations, visitors, and content contributors.

2. Platform Purpose

Paiwand serves as a centralized digital hub for organizations working in Afghanistan. Our mission is to:

• Provide a transparent platform for NGOs, INGOs, and community organizations
• Facilitate information sharing and collaboration
• Showcase the impact and activities of organizations across Afghanistan
• Build trust and accountability in the development sector

3. Registration and Accounts

3.1 Registration Requirements

To register an organization on our platform, you must:

• Be authorized to represent the organization
• Submit a registration request for admin approval
• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

3.2 Account Approval

All registration requests are subject to admin review and approval. We reserve the right to reject any registration request without providing a reason.

4. Content Guidelines

4.1 Acceptable Content

Organizations may publish content that:

• Relates to their humanitarian, development, or community work
• Is accurate, truthful, and not misleading
• Respects cultural sensitivities and local contexts
• Does not infringe on intellectual property rights
• Complies with Afghan laws and international standards

4.2 Prohibited Content

The following content is strictly prohibited:

• Hate speech, discriminatory, or offensive material
• False, misleading, or deceptive information
• Political propaganda or extremist content
• Sexually explicit or violent content
• Spam, malware, or malicious code
• Content that violates any laws or regulations

4.3 Content Moderation

All content published on the platform is subject to admin review and approval. We reserve the right to reject, remove, or modify any content that violates these terms.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of all content you publish on the platform. By publishing content, you grant Paiwand a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, distribute, and promote your content on our platform and related channels.

5.2 Platform Content

All platform features, design, code, and branding are the property of Paiwand and are protected by intellectual property laws.

6. User Responsibilities

As a platform user, you agree to:

• Keep your account information accurate and up-to-date
• Use the platform only for lawful purposes
• Respect the privacy and rights of other organizations
• Not attempt to compromise platform security
• Not use automated systems (bots) without permission
• Report any violations or suspicious activity

7. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service
• Provide false or misleading information
• Engage in harmful or illegal activities
• Fail to respond to admin inquiries
• Remain inactive for an extended period

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Accuracy or completeness of information posted by organizations
• The reliability of any organization listed on the platform
• The security of data transmission over the internet

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Paiwand shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the platform.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Paiwand harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the platform, your content, or your violation of these terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of Afghanistan. Any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with Afghan jurisdiction.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. We will notify users of significant changes via email or platform notifications.

13. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: support@paiwand.org
• Address: Kabul, Afghanistan
• Contact Form: Click here