Terms of Service

1. General Overview

This website is operated by Aabharan by Akanksha.

Throughout the website, the terms “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to Aabharan by Akanksha.

We offer jewellery and related products through our online store, subject to the terms, conditions, and policies outlined on this website.

2. Product Information

We strive to provide accurate descriptions, photographs, specifications, and pricing for all products.

However, please note:

• Product colours may vary slightly due to lighting, photography, and screen settings.
• Minor variations in finishing, texture, or detailing may occur.
• Product dimensions and measurements are provided as accurately as reasonably possible.
• Materials, plating, gemstones, and product-care instructions will be specified in the relevant product descriptions.

We aim to represent every piece as accurately and transparently as possible.

3. Pricing and Payments

All prices displayed on our website are in Indian Rupees (INR), unless otherwise stated.

Applicable taxes and shipping charges will be displayed where required before completing your purchase.

We reserve the right to correct genuine pricing or listing errors, subject to applicable consumer protection laws.

Payments are processed through supported secure payment gateways.

4. Orders and Confirmation

Once an order is successfully placed, customers will receive an order confirmation through the available contact channels.

Order acceptance and fulfilment are subject to product availability, successful payment verification, and applicable fraud-prevention checks.

If we cannot fulfil an order, we will inform the customer and arrange an appropriate refund for any payment collected.

5. Shipping and Delivery

We aim to process and dispatch orders within the timelines communicated on our website.

Estimated delivery times may vary depending on the destination, courier service, product availability, and circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

Shipping charges, delivery coverage, and applicable conditions are explained in our Shipping Policy.

6. Returns, Exchanges, and Refunds

We want every customer to have a satisfying shopping experience.

Returns, exchanges, and refunds are governed by our separately published Return and Refund Policy, subject to applicable consumer protection laws.

Customers should review this policy before purchasing.

Nothing in our policies limits statutory consumer rights relating to defective, damaged, incorrectly described, or incorrectly supplied products.

7. Jewellery Care and Usage

To help preserve the appearance and finish of jewellery, we recommend:

• Avoiding unnecessary exposure to perfumes, harsh chemicals, and cleaning agents.
• Storing jewellery in a clean, dry environment.
• Handling delicate components with care.
• Following the specific care instructions provided with each product.

Normal wear, exposure to external substances, and improper handling may affect jewellery appearance and durability.

Any applicable product warranties will be described separately.

8. Intellectual Property

All original website content, including brand identity, logos, photographs, product descriptions, graphics, and creative materials, belongs to Aabharan by Akanksha or its respective licensors.

Unauthorised commercial reproduction, distribution, or use of protected materials is prohibited.

9. Customer Responsibilities

By using our website, you agree to:

• Provide accurate billing, shipping, and contact information.
• Use the website for lawful purposes.
• Avoid fraudulent transactions or misuse of website functionality.
• Respect our intellectual property and the rights of other users.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Aabharan by Akanksha is not responsible for losses arising from unauthorised misuse of the website, customer-provided incorrect information, or circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or restricts liability or consumer remedies that cannot legally be excluded.

11. Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services for payments, shipping, analytics, and other functions.

Such services may be subject to their own applicable terms and privacy policies.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service from time to time.

Updated terms will be published on our website with the revised date. Changes will not retroactively remove rights that customers have already acquired under applicable law.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of India.

Any disputes will be handled in accordance with applicable Indian laws and the jurisdiction of competent courts or consumer authorities.