Terms of Service
Terms and conditions governing the use of Genvest services
Last updated: January 2025
Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client", "User", or "you") and Genvest Research Private Limited ("Genvest", "we", "us", or "our"), a SEBI-registered Investment Advisor (Registration No: INA000018382).
By accessing or using our website, mobile application, or any of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.
Description of Services
Genvest provides investment advisory services including but not limited to:
- AI-powered portfolio analysis and recommendations
- Personalized investment strategies based on risk profiling
- 24/7 portfolio monitoring through our NOVA AI assistant
- Automated rebalancing recommendations
- Market insights and educational content
- Tax optimization strategies
- Financial planning and goal-based investing
Eligibility and Registration
Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. If you are under 18, you may not use our services.
Legal Capacity
You must have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements and make investment decisions.
Accurate Information
You must provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during registration and throughout your use of our services.
Compliance
You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction regarding investment activities.
Investment Advisory Services
Nature of Advice
Our investment advice is based on quantitative models, market analysis, and your individual risk profile. All recommendations are for informational purposes and do not guarantee investment performance.
Client Responsibility
You are responsible for making your own investment decisions. We provide recommendations, but you retain full control over your investment choices and portfolio management.
Risk Disclosure
All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. You should carefully consider your investment objectives and risk tolerance.
No Guarantee
We do not guarantee investment returns or the achievement of your financial goals. Investment performance depends on market conditions and other factors beyond our control.
Fees and Payment Terms
Advisory Fees
Our fees are clearly disclosed in our pricing plans and are based on Assets Under Advisory (AUA). Fees are charged in advance and are non-refundable except as required by law.
Third-Party Costs
You may incur additional costs from third-party service providers such as brokers, mutual fund companies, or other financial institutions.
Payment Methods
We accept payments through various methods including bank transfers, credit cards, and digital wallets. All payments must be made in Indian Rupees unless otherwise specified.
Fee Changes
We reserve the right to modify our fee structure with 30 days' notice. Continued use of our services after fee changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
User Accounts and Security
Account Creation
You must create an account to access our services. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
Security Obligations
You must use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication when available, and notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account.
Account Suspension
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent or illegal activities.
Data Accuracy
You must keep your account information accurate and up-to-date. Failure to do so may affect the quality of our advisory services.
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All content on our platform, including software, algorithms, reports, and educational materials, is protected by intellectual property laws and belongs to Genvest or our licensors.
Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our services for personal investment purposes only.
Restrictions
You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reverse engineer our software or content without our written permission.
User Content
You retain ownership of your personal data and financial information, but grant us necessary rights to provide our services.
Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
Limitation of Liability
Investment Losses
We are not liable for any investment losses, including loss of principal, regardless of whether such losses result from our recommendations or market conditions.
Service Interruptions
We are not liable for any damages resulting from service interruptions, technical failures, or system downtime.
Third-Party Actions
We are not responsible for the actions or omissions of third-party service providers, brokers, or financial institutions.
Maximum Liability
Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or our services shall not exceed the fees paid by you in the 12 months preceding the claim.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Genvest, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of our services in violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Your infringement of any third-party rights
- Your provision of false or misleading information
- Your investment decisions based on our recommendations
Termination
Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by providing written notice. Termination will be effective at the end of your current billing period.
Termination by Us
We may terminate your account immediately if you violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activities, or fail to pay required fees.
Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your access to our services will cease, but provisions regarding liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution will survive.
Data Retention
We may retain your data for regulatory compliance purposes even after account termination, as required by SEBI regulations.
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Gurgaon, Haryana.
Arbitration
Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 2015.
Regulatory Complaints
You may file complaints with SEBI or other relevant regulatory authorities if you believe we have violated applicable regulations.
Internal Resolution
We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any issues before pursuing formal dispute resolution procedures.
Regulatory Compliance
Genvest operates as a SEBI-registered Investment Advisor and complies with all applicable regulations including:
- SEBI Investment Advisers Regulations, 2013
- SEBI Prohibition of Insider Trading Regulations
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) guidelines
- Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements
- Data protection and privacy laws
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting updated Terms on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Providing in-app notifications
- Updating the "Last updated" date
Continued use of our services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Genvest regarding the use of our services.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Legal Department
Email: legal@genvest.ai
Phone: +91-9310855217
General Support
Email: contact@genvest.ai
Address: 3rd Floor, Orchid Centre, Sector 53, Innov8, Golf Course Road, Gurgaon 122022
Acknowledgment
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use of our services immediately.
