Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2026
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of malayalimediaonline.com (the "Site"), operated by Malayali Media, Angamaly, Kerala, India ("we," "us," "our"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Use of the Site constitutes acceptance of these Terms, our Privacy Policy, our Cookie Policy, our Content Policy, and our Correction Policy.
2. Description of Service
Malayali Media provides Malayalam-language news, features, entrepreneurial branding content, Web Stories, and related media, along with associated newsletters, live-stream content, and advertising services.
3. Eligibility
The Site is intended for general audiences. If you are under 18, you should use the Site under the supervision of a parent or guardian, particularly with respect to comments, newsletter sign-up, or contact forms.
4. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Post or transmit content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, threatening, or infringing of any third party's rights
- Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation
- Attempt to interfere with the Site's operation, security, or availability, including through automated scraping, hacking, or introduction of malicious code
- Use the Site to distribute spam, unsolicited advertising, or malware
- Click, or induce others to click, on advertisements displayed on the Site for any purpose other than genuine interest — including any attempt to artificially inflate ad impressions or clicks
5. User-Generated Content
Any comments, tips, or other content you submit to the Site remain your responsibility. By submitting content, you grant Malayali Media a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, and display that content in connection with operating the Site. We reserve the right to remove any user content at our discretion, per our Content Policy.
6. Intellectual Property
All articles, images, graphics, video, and branding on the Site are owned by Malayali Media or licensed to us, and are protected under the Copyright Act, 1957 and applicable international copyright law. You may share our content with clear attribution and a link back to the original article. Reproduction, republication, or commercial use beyond fair use requires our prior written permission.
7. Third-Party Links and Advertising
The Site displays third-party advertisements, including through Google AdSense, and may link to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites or advertisers. Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
Content on the Site is provided for general informational purposes. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of any information published, and the Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Malayali Media shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the Site, including reliance on any content published.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Malayali Media, its founders, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.
11. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site (including commenting privileges) at our discretion, without prior notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or our Content Policy.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Ernakulam, Kerala, India.
13. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms at any time. Material changes will be reflected by an updated "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, notified via the Site. Continued use of the Site after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
15. Contact
Malayali Media, Angamaly, Kerala, India – 683576
Phone: +91 70346 94975 | Contact page: malayalimediaonline.com/contact