Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 01/01/2026
Website: www.intrec.in
Welcome to the Institute of Tropical Research, Ecology and Conservation (“INTREC”, “we”, “our”, “us”). These Terms and Conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our website and the purchase of products offered through it.
By accessing this website, you accept these Terms and Conditions in full. Do not continue to use the website if you do not agree with all of the terms stated here.
1. Use of Website
By using this website, you agree:
To use it only for lawful purposes
Not to misuse, disrupt, or attempt unauthorized access
Not to copy or exploit website content without permission
Not to engage in fraudulent or misleading transactions
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations.
2. Cookies
The website uses cookies to help personalize your online experience.
A cookie is a text file placed on your device by a web page server. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses. They are uniquely assigned and readable only by the issuing domain.
We may use cookies to collect and track information for:
Website functionality
Analytics
Marketing purposes
You may accept or decline optional cookies through your browser settings. Required cookies necessary for site operation will function regardless of consent. Third-party cookies may also be used through embedded services (such as payment gateways or media tools).
3. Intellectual Property License
Unless otherwise stated, INTREC and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on this website. All rights are reserved.
You may access the website for personal use only, subject to the following restrictions.
You must not:
Copy or republish website material
Sell, rent, or sub-license material
Reproduce or duplicate content
Redistribute website content without written permission
4. Products and Sales
The website offers books and related educational or conservation products for sale.
We make reasonable efforts to ensure:
Accurate product descriptions
Correct pricing
Updated availability
However, errors may occur. We reserve the right to:
Correct errors
Update product details
Cancel orders affected by incorrect pricing or information
5. Pricing, Taxes, and Charges
All prices are listed in INR unless otherwise stated.
Applicable GST will be charged as per law.
Additional shipping charges may apply and will be shown at checkout.
We reserve the right to change prices without prior notice.
6. Payments
Payments must be made through approved payment methods provided on the website, including third-party payment gateways and manual payment options where offered.
Orders are confirmed only after successful payment receipt.
We do not store full card or banking credentials.
Payment gateways operate under their own compliance and security standards.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order suspected of fraud or misuse.
7. Shipping and Delivery
Shipping is handled through third-party courier partners.
Estimated delivery times are indicative and not guaranteed.
Delays due to courier, weather, or external factors are not our liability.
Risk passes to the buyer upon delivery.
Standard shipping charges (for example Rs. 75 where specified) may be applied per order.
8. Return and Refund Policy (Books)
All book purchases are treated as final sales.
Books once sold are not returnable, refundable, or exchangeable, except only if:
A wrong item is delivered, or
The item is materially damaged at the time of delivery.
To qualify for review:
The customer must notify within 48 hours of delivery
Provide order details and photo proof
Keep the product unused and in original condition
Approved cases may receive a replacement copy subject to stock availability. Refunds are issued only if replacement is not possible. Shipping charges are non-refundable.
9. User Comments and Content
Parts of this website may allow users to post comments or information.
We do not pre-screen comments. Comments reflect the views of the person posting them. To the extent permitted by law, INTREC is not liable for user comments.
We reserve the right to monitor and remove comments that are:
Offensive
Unlawful
Infringing
Misleading
You warrant that your comments:
Do not violate intellectual property rights
Are not defamatory or unlawful
Are not used for unauthorized promotion
You grant INTREC a non-exclusive license to use and reproduce your comments.
10. Hyperlinking to Our Content
The following may link to our website without prior written approval:
Government agencies
Search engines
News organizations
Online directories
Accredited businesses
Other organizations may request approval by contacting us at:
intrectvm@gmail.com
Links must not be deceptive or imply false endorsement. Use of logos or artwork requires a trademark license.
11. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party providers for:
Payment processing
Shipping
Hosting
Analytics
We are not responsible for third-party service performance or policies.
12. Content Liability
We are not responsible for content appearing on external websites that link to or reference our site. You agree to defend us against claims arising from your website content linking to us.
13. Disclaimer of Warranties
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
Website content is provided “as is”
We do not guarantee completeness or accuracy
We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability
We are not liable for indirect or consequential loss
Nothing excludes liability where exclusion is not permitted by law, including fraud or personal injury caused by negligence.
14. Limitation of Liability
Where permitted by law, total liability related to any product purchase shall not exceed the purchase price of that product.
15. Reservation of Rights
We reserve the right to:
Request removal of links to our website
Amend these Terms at any time
Modify policies without prior notice
Continued use of the website implies acceptance of updates.
16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in:
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
17. Contact Information
Institute of Tropical Research, Ecology and Conservation (INTREC)
Website: https://intrec.in
Email: intrectvm@gmail.com
Phone: +91 9496102143
Address: Sreerangam, Puravoorkonam, Sixth Stone, Karakulam P. O., Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India PIN. 695564
