Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 1st January 2026

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern access to and use of the website www. Secotax.in (“Website”), owned and operated by SECOTAX (“SECOTAX”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
By accessing or using this Website, you (“User”, “you”, or “your”) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms, together with our

Disclaimer and Privacy Policy form an integral part hereof.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Website.

1. Purpose and Scope of the Website

1.1 The Website is intended to provide general, non-specific information relating to:

Indian taxation and regulatory matters,
tax compliance and advisory services for Resident Indians and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs),
cross-border tax issues involving India and overseas jurisdictions, including the United States.

1.2 The Website is informational in nature only and is not intended to solicit professional work, advertise services impermissibly, or provide jurisdiction-specific advice. Accessing and contacting SECOTAX by any means of communication is only for obtaining further information and guidance required in the case of any visitor to the website.

1.3 Content on the Website shall not be construed as professional advice, legal opinion, tax opinion, or assurance under Indian law, U.S. law, or any other foreign law.

2. No Client or Advisory Relationship

2.1 Mere access to or use of this Website does not create:

a client–professional relationship,
an advisor–advisee relationship,
an attorney–client or CA/CPA–client relationship, or
any fiduciary obligation.

2.2 A professional relationship with SECOTAX shall arise only upon:

mutual written consent,
execution of a formal engagement letter, and
acceptance of scope, terms, and fees.

3. Jurisdictional Limitations and Cross-Border Disclaimer

3.1 SECOTAX is based in India and operates in accordance with Indian laws and applicable regulations.

3.2 Information relating to foreign jurisdictions (including the United States) is:

general in nature,
based on publicly available principles, and
provided for academic or informational understanding only.

3.3 SECOTAX does not hold itself out as licensed to practice law or taxation in India or in any foreign jurisdiction unless expressly stated in a written engagement.

4. User Eligibility and Representations

4.1 By using the Website, you represent that:

you are legally competent to contract under applicable law; and
you are accessing the Website for lawful and bona fide purposes.
you are accessing the Website subject to the Terms and Conditions, Disclaimers, and Privacy Policy.

4.2 Users accessing the Website from outside India do so on their own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

5. Acceptable Use Obligations

5.1 You agree not to:

misuse or reverse-engineer the Website or its content,
reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit content without consent,
upload malware, viruses, or harmful code,
attempt unauthorized access to systems or data.

5.2 Unauthorized or improper use may result in denial of access and legal action.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 All Website content, including:

text, articles, design elements,
logos, trademarks, trade names, and branding,

are the exclusive intellectual property of SECOTAX, unless otherwise indicated.

6.2 No rights or licenses are granted except for limited personal, non-commercial viewing.

7. Accuracy, Currency, and Disclaimer of Information

7.1 Tax and regulatory laws are subject to frequent amendment and judicial interpretation.

7.2 While reasonable care is taken, SECOTAX:

does not warrant accuracy, completeness, or current applicability,
disclaims responsibility for reliance placed on Website content.

7.3 Users are advised to seek specific professional consultation before acting on any information.

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1. SECOTAX shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this website or reliance on its contents or technical issues or access interruptions. The maximum extent of any liability shall be restricted to the consideration paid for any of the interactions made with SECOTAX

8.1. SECOTAX shall not be liable for:

any direct or indirect loss or damage,
loss of income, data, or business opportunity,
consequences - arising from use of or reliance on Website content.

8.2 This limitation applies irrespective of the legal theory invoked.

9. Third-Party Links

9.1 The Website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or reference.

9.2 SECOTAX:

does not endorse or control such websites,
is not responsible for their content or data practices.

10. Data Submission and Confidentiality Alignment

10.1 Information submitted through contact forms or emails:

is governed by the Privacy Policy,
does not constitute confidential information unless a formal engagement exists.

10.2 Users are advised not to transmit sensitive personal, financial, or tax data unless expressly requested under a secured engagement process.

11. Privacy Policy (Incorporated by Reference)

11.1 Use of the Website is subject to SECOTAX’s Privacy Policy, which governs:

collection, storage, and processing of personal data
use of cookies and analytics
data security and user rights.

11.2 The Privacy Policy shall be read as part of these Terms.

12. Disclaimer (Incorporated by Reference)

12.1 All Website content is subject to SECOTAX’s Disclaimer, which clarifies:

absence of professional advice,
non-solicitation intent, and
jurisdictional limitations.

13. Modification of Terms

13.1 SECOTAX reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time without prior notice.

13.2 Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Suspension or Termination

14.1 SECOTAX may suspend or restrict access to the Website:

for breach of these Terms,
for security or maintenance reasons,
without liability.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

15.1 These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India.

15.2 Courts at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising from use of the Website.

16. Contact Details

SECOTAX
Email: Support@secotax.in

Address:

[Registered / Principal Place of Business]

DISCLAIMER

General Information

1.1The information contained on this website is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to constitute, and should not be construed as, professional advice, opinion, or recommendation of any kind.

No Professional Advice

1.2 Nothing on this Website constitutes:

tax advice,
legal advice,
accounting advice,
opinion, certification, or assurance.

Users must not act or refrain from acting based on Website content without obtaining specific professional advice tailored to their circumstances.

3. No Professional Relationship

3.1. Use of this website, including viewing of content or communication through this website, does not create a client–advisor, professional, or fiduciary relationship between the user and SECOTAX, unless expressly agreed to in writing through a formal engagement.

3.2. SECOTAX does not accept any responsibility for the performance of the professional service provider engaged as a result of the interactions with SECOTAX. No assurance, warranty, or guarantee—express or implied—is provided regarding outcomes, results, or tax positions.

4. No Guarantee of Results

4.1. SECOTAX does not guarantee the end result of any interactions between it and a user. Each tax matter depends on facts, law, and regulatory interpretation.

5. Acceptance of Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimer

5.1. By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the Disclaimer.

6. No Solicitation or Advertisement

6.1. Nothing appearing on SECOTAX is intended to solicit professional work or advertise services in a manner prohibited under:

ICAI Code of Ethics,
Indian professional regulations, or
foreign jurisdictional rules.

6.2. Any reference to services is descriptive and informational only and does not constitute soliciting any professional work.

7. Accuracy and Completeness

7.1 While reasonable care is taken, SECOTAX:

makes no representations or warranties as to accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information provided,
disclaims liability for errors or omissions.

7.2 Tax Laws and interpretations change frequently, and content may become outdated. Users are advised to seek professional advice suitable for their requirements.

8. Reliance on Information

8.1. While reasonable efforts are made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the information on this website, laws, rules, notifications, and interpretations are subject to change. SECOTAX does not accept responsibility for any loss or damage arising from reliance on information provided on this website. Users are advised to seek specific professional advice before acting on any information.

9. Jurisdictional Limitations and Risk Assessment:

9.1. The content of this website is based on Indian tax and regulatory laws and is intended for general guidance.

9.2. Any information relating to a Foreign Law is based on information available in the public domain. Users from residing in countries other than INDIA are required to verify the correct position of law from an appropriate foreign resource.

9.3. Relevance of information on SECOTAX is not for universal application and the applicability of the same depends on individual tax position, facts, circumstances, and jurisdiction. Users, both Resident Indians and Non-Resident-Indians and Persons of Indian Origin accessing this website do so at their own discretion and risk. Users are advised to use discretion and professional advice for their tax positions or needs.

10. Third-Party Links

10.1. SECOTAX may contain links to third-party websites for convenience. SECOTAX does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or availability of such external websites.

11. Electronic Communication

11.1. Any communication made through this website or via electronic means does not constitute professional advice or establish a professional relationship unless expressly agreed in writing. Electronic communications may not be secure, and users accept this risk.

12. Limitation of Liability

12.1. SECOTAX shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this website or reliance on its contents or technical issues or access interruptions. The maximum extent of any liability shall be restricted to the consideration paid for any of the interactions made with SECOTAX

13. Intellectual Property

13.1. All content on this website, including text, logos, graphics, and design elements, is the property of SECOTAX unless otherwise stated. Unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited.

14. Updates and Modifications

14.1. SECOTAX reserves the right to modify, update, or remove any content on this website, including this Disclaimer, at any time without prior notice. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.

SECOTAX

Effective Date: 1st January 2026

SECOTAX (“SECOTAX”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of users (“User”, “you”, or “your”) accessing the website www.secotax.in (“Website”).

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit or interact with the Website.

By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Scope and Applicability

1.1 This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through the Website.

1.2 It does not apply to:

information collected offline,
information collected under a formal professional engagement, or
third-party websites linked from this Website.

2. Information We May Collect

2.1 Personal Information (Voluntarily Provided)

We may collect limited personal information when you:

submit an enquiry or contact form,
communicate via email,
request a callback or consultation.

Such information may include:

name,
email address,
phone number,
country of residence,
general nature of enquiry.

2.2 Non-Personal / Technical Information

We may automatically collect:

IP address,
browser type,
device information,
pages visited,
date and time of access.

This data is used for analytics and Website improvement only.

3. Purpose of Collection

Information collected is used solely for:

responding to enquiries,
providing general information requested,
improving Website performance and user experience,
internal record-keeping and compliance.

SECOTAX does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

4. No Automatic Confidentiality or Professional Privilege

4.1 Submission of information through the Website does not create:

a professional relationship,
confidentiality obligations, or
fiduciary duties.

4.2 Confidentiality obligations arise only upon execution of a formal engagement letter.

5. Data Security

5.1 SECOTAX adopts reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect information from:

unauthorized access,
misuse,
loss or disclosure.

5.2 However, no internet transmission is completely secure. Users submit information at their own risk.

6. Cookies and Analytics

6.1 The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

understand user behaviour,
improve navigation and content.

6.2 You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect Website functionality.

7. Disclosure to Third Parties

7.1 Information may be disclosed:

if required by law, regulation, or court order;
to protect legal rights of SECOTAX;
to service providers assisting in Website operations (subject to confidentiality).

7.2 No disclosure is made for marketing or commercial exploitation.

8. Cross-Border Access

8.1 Users accessing the Website from outside India (including NRIs in the United States or residing in any other country) do so voluntarily.

8.2 Data may be processed or stored in accordance with the Indian law.

9. Third-Party Websites

9.1 Links to external websites are provided for convenience only.

9.2 SECOTAX is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

10. Retention of Information

10.1 Information is retained only for:

the period necessary to respond to enquiries, or
as required under applicable law.

11. User Rights

Users may request:

access to their personal information,
correction of inaccuracies,
deletion of voluntarily submitted data (subject to legal requirements).

Requests may be sent to the contact details below.

support@secotax.in

12. Amendments to Privacy Policy

SECOTAX reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable rules.

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