Terms of Service

Last updated: April 2025

1. Service Description

AskChanakya ("we", "us", "the Service") is a free AI-powered legal information chatbot accessible via WhatsApp. By messaging AskChanakya, you agree to these Terms of Service.

2. Not Legal Advice

IMPORTANT: AskChanakya provides general legal information only. Nothing provided by AskChanakya constitutes legal advice, creates an attorney-client relationship, or should be relied upon as a substitute for advice from a qualified legal professional.

For specific legal matters, especially those involving criminal proceedings, high-value disputes, or complex family law, please consult a qualified advocate or lawyer. Free legal aid is available through the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) at helpline 15100.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use AskChanakya to:

  • Seek assistance with illegal activities
  • Harass, abuse, or threaten others
  • Generate fraudulent documents
  • Attempt to overload or attack the service
  • Use the service for commercial legal advice resale

4. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate legal information, laws change and AI systems can make errors. Always verify important legal information with official sources or a qualified professional. AskChanakya shall not be liable for any decisions made based on information provided by this service.

5. Documents Generated

Legal documents generated by AskChanakya are templates intended as starting points. Before submitting any document to a court, government authority, or other party, you should:

  • Fill in all placeholder fields marked [FILL IN] or [यहाँ भरें]
  • Verify the document is appropriate for your jurisdiction
  • Ideally have it reviewed by a qualified legal professional

6. Availability

We aim to keep AskChanakya available 24/7 but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time without notice.

7. Rate Limits

To ensure fair access for all users, we apply message rate limits. If you reach the limit, you will be notified and asked to wait before sending more messages.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, AskChanakya and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of or inability to use the service, or from reliance on information provided by the service.

9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in India.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

11. Contact

Questions about these Terms? WhatsApp us at our service number or email: legal@askchanakya.com