Gecian Hub — Legal & Policies

Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Gecian Hub ("Platform"). By accessing or using this Platform, you ("User") agree to the following Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, stop using the Platform immediately.

1. Nature of the Platform

• Gecian Hub is an independent, student-run application created for informational and community use.
• The main code is developed by the CodeCompass GitHub organization.
• The Platform is deployed and operated independently by students and is not endorsed or managed by any college or authority.

2. No Institutional Responsibility

Colleges, departments, faculty, or administrative bodies have no legal, academic, or disciplinary responsibility for content or activity on this Platform.

3. Developer & Maintainer Disclaimer

• The Platform is provided as-is without warranties.
• Contributors, CodeCompass, and student hosts do not operate or supervise the Platform.
• No contributor accepts liability for misuse, technical issues, or data errors.

4. User Responsibility

• Users are responsible for content they upload and actions they take.
• Users must comply with applicable laws and college rules.
• Consequences arising from misuse (legal, academic, or disciplinary) are the User's responsibility.

5. Content & Conduct

Users must not upload or share:

• Illegal or harmful content
• Harassment, threats, or abusive messages
• Copyrighted material without permission
• False or misleading information

6. Data & Privacy (short)

We collect minimal functional data required for the site to operate. Do not upload sensitive personal or institutional data.

7. No Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, neither the Platform nor its contributors shall be liable for loss, damage, service interruptions, or other consequences arising from use.

8. Third-Party Links

The Platform may link to external services (KTU, Devpost, SPA calculators). We are not responsible for external sites' content or policies.

9. Modification & Termination

Features may change or the Platform may be discontinued at any time without prior notice.

10. Governing Law & Acceptance

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable in India. By using the Platform you accept these Terms and agree that developers, maintainers, and institutions bear no responsibility for your actions.

Privacy Policy

Gecian Hub prioritizes privacy. This section explains what we collect and how we handle data.

1. Information We Collect

• Minimal anonymous usage logs for improving the app.
• Content you voluntarily upload (project files, text posts).

2. What We Do NOT Collect

• We do not collect passwords, institutional credentials, or government IDs.
• No automatic location tracking or sensitive academic/financial data.

3. How We Use Data

• To operate core features and moderate content.
• To improve usability and diagnose issues.

4. Data Removal & Your Rights

You may request deletion or correction of content you uploaded by contacting the student moderators listed in the app.

5. Third-Party Services

External links (KTU, SPA calculators, Devpost, etc.) have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices.

DMCA / Content Removal Policy

We respect intellectual property. If you believe content on the Platform infringes your rights, submit a removal request.

1. Grounds for Removal

• Copyright infringement or plagiarism
• Personal data published without consent
• Illegal or abusive content

2. How to Request Removal

Provide:

• Link to the content
• Description of the violation
• Proof of ownership (if applicable)
• Your contact information

3. Review & Action

Student moderators will review requests and may remove content that violates policies. Because we are a student-run platform, response times may vary.

4. No Legal Guarantee

Removal by moderators does not substitute for legal action; we cannot provide legal resolution but will act on valid reports.

Disclaimer

All content is provided for convenience. The Platform is unofficial and student-run.

1. No Official Affiliation

The Platform is not affiliated with any college, department, or governing body.

2. Accuracy Not Guaranteed

We strive for accuracy, but information (e.g., bus times, timetables) may be incorrect or outdated — verify independently.

3. No Advice

Nothing here is professional, legal, or academic advice. Use at your own discretion.

Final Note & Contact

By using Gecian Hub you agree to all policies on this page. For policy, takedown, or privacy requests, contact the student maintainers . We do not handle official college administration requests — do not contact CodeCompass or college authorities for day-to-day moderation.