Terms of Use
Effective Date: 2026-06-15
1. Introduction
Welcome to Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland ("Temple," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Use of Content govern the access, use, sharing, and reproduction of all content published or made available by the Temple through its website, social media channels, publications, educational materials, videos, audio recordings, newsletters, and other communication platforms.
By accessing or using our content, you agree to comply with these Terms.
2. Ownership of Content
All content provided by Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland, including but not limited to:
- Religious teachings and discourses
- Scriptures, commentaries, and educational materials
- Articles, blogs, newsletters, and publications
- Photographs, graphics, logos, and artwork
- Audio recordings, bhajans, chants, and devotional music
- Videos, livestreams, and event recordings
- Website design, layout, and digital resources
is owned by Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland or used with appropriate permission and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
3. Permitted Use
You may:
- Access and view content for personal, educational, devotional, and non-commercial purposes.
- Download or print limited portions of content for personal study, worship, or religious education.
- Share links to Temple content through social media, email, or other communication platforms.
- Quote brief excerpts with proper acknowledgment to Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland.
4. Restrictions on Use
Without prior written consent from the Temple, you may not:
- Reproduce, republish, distribute, sell, license, or commercially exploit Temple content.
- Modify, alter, translate, or create derivative works from Temple materials.
- Use Temple content in a misleading, defamatory, or inappropriate manner.
- Remove copyright notices, logos, or proprietary markings.
- Represent Temple content as your own work or as endorsed by the Temple when no such endorsement exists.
5. Religious and Educational Content
The content provided by Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland is intended to promote Hindu religious, spiritual, cultural, and educational understanding.
Interpretations, teachings, and discussions are offered in good faith and may reflect particular traditions, philosophies, or schools within Hinduism. Users are encouraged to engage respectfully and seek guidance from qualified spiritual teachers where appropriate.
6. User Contributions
If you submit comments, testimonials, photographs, event materials, articles, or other content to the Temple, you grant Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, publish, display, and distribute such content for religious, educational, charitable, and promotional purposes.
You confirm that you have the legal right to submit such materials.
7. Temple Events and Media
Photographs and videos may be taken during Temple services, festivals, classes, and community events.
By attending Temple events, participants acknowledge that their image, voice, or likeness may appear in Temple publications, social media posts, livestreams, recordings, or promotional materials unless a prior written request has been made to the Temple administration.
8. Third-Party Content
The Temple may occasionally provide links to external websites, organizations, or resources for educational or informational purposes.
Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites.
9. Disclaimer
All Temple content is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
While we strive for accuracy and authenticity, Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland makes no warranties regarding:
- Completeness or accuracy of content;
- Continuous availability of services;
- Freedom from technical errors or interruptions; or
- Suitability of content for any particular purpose.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from the use of or reliance upon Temple content.
11. Copyright and Permission Requests
Requests to reproduce, publish, translate, or otherwise use Temple content beyond the permissions granted in these Terms must be submitted in writing to the Temple administration.
Unauthorized use of Temple content may result in legal action where appropriate.
12. Changes to These Terms
Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use of Content at any time. Updated versions will be posted through official Temple communication channels and become effective immediately upon publication.
13. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms, copyright permissions, or content usage requests, please contact:
Hindu Temple Arizona Scotland
3033 N.Hayden Rd,
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85251
Email: Info@hindutempleaz.org
Phone: 480-874-3200