NESTOPAR PVT. LTD.

Content Use Policy

Effective Date: June 12, 2026 | Version: 2.0

This Policy governs all User Content posted, uploaded, shared, or transmitted on the Nestopar Platform, including Connect (long-form video), Minix (short-form video), Social (posts), Nestopar Premium, InfoCash, and JobNest. By using the Platform you agree to this Policy in full.


TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Section 1: Introduction & Mission
  • Section 2: Who We Are (Nestopar Pvt. Ltd.)
  • Section 3: Definitions & Glossary
  • Section 4: Who This Policy Applies To
  • Section 5: Content Ownership, Licenses & Rights
  • Section 6: Prohibited Content - Absolute Prohibitions
  • Section 7: Hate Speech & Discrimination
  • Section 8: Harassment, Bullying & Cyberstalking
  • Section 9: Violence, Dangerous Content & Threats
  • Section 10: Misinformation & Disinformation
  • Section 11: Privacy, Defamation & Reputation
  • Section 12: Intellectual Property & Copyright
  • Section 13: Child Safety CSAM & Minor Protection
  • Section 14: Adult Content & Sexually Explicit Material
  • Section 15: Spam, Inauthentic Behaviour & Platform Manipulation
  • Section 16: Impersonation & Identity Deception
  • Section 17: Health & Medical Misinformation
  • Section 18: Financial Fraud, Scams & Deceptive Practices
  • Section 19: Suicide, Self-Harm & Eating Disorders
  • Section 20: Platform-Specific Rules (Feed, Stories, Live, Reels, DMs)
  • Section 21: Advertising & Sponsored Content Standards
  • Section 22: Monetization & Creator Program
  • Section 23: Research, News & Public Interest Content
  • Section 24: Enforcement Mechanisms & Strikes
  • Section 25: Appeals, Oversight & Dispute Resolution
  • Section 26: Crisis & Emergency Protocols
  • Section 27: Transparency & Accountability
  • Section 28: Regional Compliance & Jurisdictional Rules
  • Section 29: Third-Party Developers & API Use
  • Section 30: Data, Privacy & User Rights
  • Section 31: Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability
  • Section 32: Indemnification & Complete Release
  • Section 33: Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
  • Section 34: Amendments & Notifications
  • Section 35: Contact & Reporting
  • Section 36: JobNest Employment Platform - Terms, Agreement & Indemnification
  • Section 37: Nestopar Premium - Verified Premium Content Programme

Section 1 | Introduction & Mission

Nestopar Pvt. Ltd. ('Nestopar', 'we', 'us', 'our') operates a social media, video, and commerce super-application ('Platform') that enables users to create, share, discover, and interact with content across multiple formats - including Connect (long-form video), Minix (short-form video), Social (individual and company posts), Nestopar Premium (verified premium content), and associated commerce and community features.

Our mission is to provide a safe, creative, and legally compliant environment for expression, connection, and commerce. This Content Use Policy ('Policy') sets out the rules governing what content may be created, shared, and distributed on the Platform, and the rights and responsibilities of every user.

This Policy is incorporated by reference into the Nestopar Terms of Service and forms a binding legal agreement between you and Nestopar Pvt. Ltd. By accessing or using the Platform, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Policy in its entirety.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

THIS POLICY IS A LEGALLY BINDING DOCUMENT GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDIA. ALL USERS MUST READ IT CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE PLATFORM.

Section 2 | Who We Are

Nestopar Pvt. Ltd.

Nestopar Pvt. Ltd. is a private limited company incorporated and registered under the Companies Act, 2013 in the Republic of India. The Company operates the Nestopar Platform and all associated services, applications, and websites.

Nestopar operates as a Significant Social Media Intermediary (SSMI) as defined under Rule 2(1)(v) of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and accordingly maintains all compliance obligations required of SSMIs under Indian law.

Registered Contact Details

Nestopar Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Grievance Officer Phone: +91 80971 70312
General & Legal Enquiries: connect@nestopar.com
Website: www.nestopar.com

Section 3 | Definitions & Glossary

In this Policy, the following terms have the meanings set out below:

"Platform" means the Nestopar application, website, and all associated services operated by Nestopar Pvt. Ltd.

"User" means any individual or entity that accesses or uses the Platform, including registered and unregistered users.

"Creator" means a User who creates and publishes original content on the Platform.

"User Content" means any content — including text, images, video, audio, live streams, comments, messages, and metadata — that a User posts, uploads, or transmits on the Platform.

"Connect" means the long-form video format on the Platform, typically exceeding three minutes in duration.

"Minix" means the short-form video format on the Platform, typically up to three minutes in duration.

"Social" means individual or company posts, images, text updates, and related content on the Platform's social feed.

"Nestopar Premium" means the paid, verified-creator content section of the Platform offering feature films, web series, shows, and other premium long-form content on a pay-per-view basis.

"InfoCash" means Nestopar's ad revenue sharing programme through which Creators and Viewers receive a share of advertising revenue generated on the Platform.

"JobNest" means the employment and recruitment section of the Platform connecting Job Seekers and Employers.

"Prohibited Content" means any content that violates this Policy, Indian law, or Nestopar's community standards.

"Intellectual Property Rights" means all rights under the Copyright Act, 1957, the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the Patents Act, 1970, and all other applicable Indian and international intellectual property laws.

"SSMI" means Significant Social Media Intermediary as defined under Rule 2(1)(v) of the IT Rules 2021.

"IT Act" means the Information Technology Act, 2000 (as amended).

"IT Rules 2021" means the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 issued under the Information Technology Act, 2000.

"DPDPA" means the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, the primary data protection legislation of the Republic of India.

"BNS" means the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

"POCSO" means the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.

"Copyright Act" means the Copyright Act, 1957 of India.

"Regulated Content" means Content that is not prohibited but is subject to additional restrictions, labeling, or access controls under this Policy or applicable law.

"Safe Harbor" means the protections from liability for hosting third-party content afforded to Nestopar under Section 79 of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

"Transparency Report" means the periodic report published by Nestopar disclosing enforcement statistics, government requests, and platform safety data.

Section 4 | Who This Policy Applies To

This Policy applies to all persons who access or use the Platform in any capacity, including:

  • Registered users with personal accounts.
  • Business and brand accounts.
  • Creator accounts — minimum age 18 years.
  • Verified Production Houses on Nestopar Premium.
  • Employers and Job Seekers on JobNest.
  • Third-party developers accessing the Platform via API.
  • Unregistered users who browse publicly available content.

By using the Platform, all users — regardless of their location — agree to comply with all applicable laws of the Republic of India, including the IT Act, 2000, IT Rules 2021, POCSO 2012, BNS 2023, Copyright Act 1957, DPDPA 2023, and all other applicable Indian statutes. Users outside India are also responsible for complying with their local laws in addition to Indian law.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM AGE: You must be at least 13 years old to use the Platform. You must be at least 18 years old to register as a Creator, apply for monetisation, use InfoCash, or publish on Nestopar Premium.

Section 5 | Content Ownership, Licenses & Rights

5.1 License You Grant to Nestopar

By posting, uploading, or sharing any User Content on the Platform, you grant Nestopar a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, fully paid-up, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, copy, reproduce, process, adapt, modify, publish, transmit, display, publicly perform, distribute, and create derivative works of your User Content in any and all media formats and through any media channels - including television, digital advertising networks, social media platforms, out-of-home media, and any channels not yet invented - for the following purposes:

  • Operating, improving, and developing the Platform and its features.
  • Displaying your User Content to other users of the Platform.
  • Promoting, marketing, and advertising the Platform and its features — including using your User Content in Nestopar's own promotional materials, advertisements, trailers, campaigns, and press communications, across all media.
  • Featuring your User Content as examples of content available on the Platform in any Nestopar marketing collateral, without additional compensation to you.
  • Fulfilling your instructions when you choose to share content through the Platform's sharing features.
  • Archiving, indexing, and backing up User Content for Platform safety and integrity purposes.
ADVERTISING AUTHORISATION

BY POSTING CONTENT ON NESTOPAR, YOU EXPRESSLY AUTHORISE NESTOPAR TO PUBLISH, DISPLAY, AND USE YOUR CONTENT FOR ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONAL PURPOSES ACROSS ALL MEDIA — INCLUDING TELEVISION, DIGITAL PLATFORMS, PRINT, AND OUT-OF-HOME MEDIA — WITHOUT REQUIRING FURTHER CONSENT FROM YOU OR PAYMENT TO YOU BEYOND WHAT IS PROVIDED UNDER THIS POLICY.

5.2 You Retain Ownership

You retain all ownership rights in your User Content. The license granted in Section 5.1 does not transfer ownership of your content to Nestopar. Nestopar does not claim ownership over User Content.

5.3 Warranty of Rights

By posting any User Content, you represent and warrant that: (a) you own or have the necessary rights, licenses, consents, and permissions to post the content and to grant the license in Section 5.1; (b) the content does not infringe the Intellectual Property Rights or any other rights of any third party; and (c) you have obtained all necessary consents from persons appearing in the content.

5.4 Mandatory Compliance with Indian Law

BINDING LEGAL OBLIGATION

ALL USERS OF THE PLATFORM — INCLUDING CREATORS, VIEWERS, BUSINESSES, AND DEVELOPERS — MUST COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDIA AT ALL TIMES WHILE USING THE PLATFORM. THIS IS A MANDATORY, NON-NEGOTIABLE CONDITION OF USE.

Without limitation, all users must comply with:

  • The Information Technology Act, 2000 and the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
  • The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (criminal law).
  • The Copyright Act, 1957 (intellectual property).
  • The Trade Marks Act, 1999.
  • The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO).
  • The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA).
  • The Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
  • The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.
  • The Cinematograph Act, 1952 (as applicable).
  • The Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA) (as applicable to financial transactions).
  • All orders, directions, and notifications issued by competent Indian courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities.

5.5 Nestopar's Right to Remove Content

CONTENT TAKEDOWN RIGHTS

NESTOPAR HAS THE ABSOLUTE, UNCONDITIONAL, AND UNILATERAL RIGHT TO REMOVE, RESTRICT, AGE-GATE, DEMONETISE, OR TAKE DOWN ANY USER CONTENT AT ANY TIME, WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE, FOR ANY VIOLATION OF THIS POLICY OR APPLICABLE INDIAN LAW, OR IN NESTOPAR'S REASONABLE DISCRETION AS A PLATFORM OPERATOR. THIS RIGHT IS A FUNDAMENTAL TERM OF YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.

Nestopar may exercise its content removal rights in response to: policy violations; valid court orders or government directions under the IT Act, 2000; credible third-party complaints; community safety concerns; legal risk assessments; or any other reason within Nestopar's discretion as a responsible platform operator. Users subject to content removal may appeal via the process in Section 25.

5.6 Termination of License

When you delete your User Content or close your account, the license granted in Section 5.1 terminates, except: (a) to the extent the content has been shared by others and has not been deleted; (b) for a reasonable time required for Nestopar to process the deletion from its servers and backup systems; and (c) for content used in Nestopar's promotional materials prior to deletion, where immediate removal is not technically or commercially practicable.

5.7 Content in Connect, Minix & Social

The license in Section 5.1 applies to all content across all Platform formats — including Connect (long-form video), Minix (short-form video), and Social (posts). Nestopar may feature or promote any content from any format in its marketing, advertising, or promotional communications without additional consent.

Section 6 | Prohibited Content — Absolute Prohibitions

ZERO TOLERANCE

THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES OF CONTENT ARE ABSOLUTELY PROHIBITED ON THE PLATFORM. POSTING SUCH CONTENT WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE ACCOUNT TERMINATION, CONTENT REMOVAL, AND MAY RESULT IN REFERRAL TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.

The following content is prohibited absolutely and without exception:

  • Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) or any content that sexually exploits minors — a criminal offence under POCSO 2012 and the BNS 2023.
  • Terrorist content - content promoting, glorifying, facilitating, or produced by terrorist organisations, or content that incites terrorist acts under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
  • Content promoting or inciting genocide, ethnic cleansing, or mass violence against any community.
  • Non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII) - including deepfakes depicting real persons in sexual situations without consent.
  • Content promoting or facilitating human trafficking, slavery, or forced labour.
  • Content designed to facilitate real-world violence against a specific, identifiable individual.
  • Malware, spyware, phishing links, or any content designed to compromise device or data security.
  • Content that violates any order of a competent Indian court prohibiting its publication.

Section 7 | Hate Speech & Discrimination

Nestopar prohibits content that promotes hatred, discrimination, or violence against individuals or groups based on religion, caste, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic under Indian law.

This includes:

  • Content that dehumanises persons based on their identity — including comparisons to animals, insects, or subhuman categories.
  • Calls for exclusion, discrimination, or violence against any religious, caste, or ethnic group.
  • Symbols, slogans, or imagery associated with hate movements or organisations banned in India.
  • Content that degrades women in a manner violating the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.

Context matters. Educational, journalistic, artistic, or counter-speech content that references hate speech for the purpose of condemning or explaining it is generally permitted, subject to contextual review.

Section 8 | Harassment, Bullying & Cyberstalking

Nestopar prohibits content or behaviour that constitutes harassment, bullying, cyberstalking, or targeted abuse of any individual. This includes:

  • Repeated unwanted contact, messages, or tagging intended to distress or intimidate.
  • Coordinated campaigns to abuse, demean, or silence a specific individual.
  • Content that publishes another person's private information without consent (doxxing).
  • Cyberstalking as an offence under the IT Act, 2000 and BNS 2023.
  • Content targeting minors with bullying, body shaming, or social exclusion.

Users who believe they are being harassed may report directly to connect@nestopar.com or use the in-app reporting function. Nestopar will respond within 24 hours.

Section 9 | Violence, Dangerous Content & Threats

The following are prohibited:

  • Graphic violence - real-world footage of death, severe injury, or torture posted for shock value or glorification.
  • Direct threats — content that explicitly threatens violence against a specific, identifiable person or group.
  • Instructions for creating weapons — including improvised explosive devices, biological agents, or illegal weapons.
  • Content glorifying or encouraging dangerous challenges or stunts that risk physical harm.
  • Animal cruelty content.

Contextualised news reporting, documentaries, and educational content relating to violence may be permitted with appropriate labelling, subject to review.

Section 10 | Misinformation & Disinformation

Nestopar prohibits content that constitutes harmful misinformation or disinformation, including:

  • False factual claims about election processes, voting procedures, or electoral candidates that could mislead voters in violation of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
  • Health misinformation — false claims about vaccines, medicines, or treatments that could cause physical harm.
  • Synthetic media (deepfakes) presented as genuine footage of real events or real persons.
  • False emergency alerts or hoax disaster notifications that could cause public panic.

Satire, parody, and opinion content is permitted provided it is clearly labelled as such and is not designed to be mistaken for factual reporting.

Section 11 | Privacy, Defamation & Reputation

11.1 Privacy

Users must not post content that violates another person's reasonable expectation of privacy, including: private communications shared without consent; images or video recorded in private spaces; personal financial or medical information; and location data that could endanger a person's safety.

11.2 Defamation

Content that makes false statements of fact that damage the reputation of an identifiable person or organisation may constitute defamation under Indian law (BNS 2023 and common law). Nestopar will respond to valid defamation complaints and may remove content that is clearly defamatory.

11.3 Right of Publicity

Using another person's name, likeness, image, or voice for commercial purposes without their consent is prohibited.

11.4 Data Scraping & Harvesting

Automated harvesting, scraping, or collection of personal data from the Platform without Nestopar's prior written authorisation is strictly prohibited, regardless of whether such data is technically accessible.

11.5 Right to Erasure

Users may request deletion of their personal data in accordance with the rights available under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) and the Nestopar Privacy Policy. Users may also request removal of specific Content about themselves that was lawfully posted by others, subject to the balancing of privacy rights against freedom of expression under Indian law.

Section 12 | Intellectual Property & Copyright

Users must not post content that infringes the copyright, trademark, patent, or other intellectual property rights of any third party. This includes:

  • Uploading films, music, TV shows, or other copyrighted works without authorisation from the rights-holder.
  • Using copyrighted music in videos without a valid synchronisation licence.
  • Reproducing substantial portions of published works without permission.

12.1 Copyright Infringement Reports

Rights-holders may report copyright infringement to connect@nestopar.com. Nestopar will process valid infringement notices in accordance with Section 79 of the IT Act, 2000 and the IT Rules 2021. Repeat infringers will have their accounts terminated.

12.2 Nestopar's Safe Harbor

Nestopar operates as an intermediary under Section 79 of the IT Act, 2000 and does not take responsibility for user-uploaded content where it had no actual knowledge of the infringement and acts expeditiously to remove the content upon receiving notice.

12.3 Counter-Notices

Users who believe their content was removed in error may submit a counter-notice to connect@nestopar.com with supporting documentation. Nestopar will review counter-notices within 15 days.

Section 13 | Child Safety — CSAM & Minor Protection

CHILD SAFETY — ZERO TOLERANCE

CHILD SAFETY IS NESTOPAR'S HIGHEST PRIORITY. ANY CONTENT THAT SEXUALLY EXPLOITS MINORS IS AN ABSOLUTE ZERO-TOLERANCE OFFENCE UNDER POCSO 2012 AND WILL BE REPORTED TO LAW ENFORCEMENT IMMEDIATELY.

13.1 Prohibited Content Involving Minors

The following are absolutely prohibited and constitute criminal offences under POCSO 2012 and BNS 2023:

  • Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) — any visual depiction of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct.
  • Content that sexualises, grooms, or facilitates the sexual exploitation of minors.
  • Content soliciting minors for sexual activity online or offline.
  • Content designed to gain the trust of minors for purposes of grooming.

13.2 Reporting Obligations

Nestopar is legally required under POCSO 2012 and the IT Rules 2021 to report CSAM and child grooming content to the Cyber Crime Portal (cybercrime.gov.in) and relevant law enforcement authorities. All such reports are made irrespective of any content removal action.

13.3 Content Featuring Minors — General Rules

Content featuring minors must respect their dignity and safety. Parents and guardians who post content featuring their children must ensure the content does not: expose the child to potential harm; contain information that could be used to locate or identify the child; or violate the child's privacy in a manner the child could not consent to.

Section 14 | Adult Content & Sexually Explicit Material

14.1 General Prohibition

Nestopar does not permit explicit adult content or pornography on the Platform. This prohibition applies to all formats including Connect, Minix, Social, and Nestopar Premium.

14.2 Permitted Mature Content

Content that contains non-explicit mature themes — including romance, mild intimacy, artistic nudity in appropriate context, and educational content about human sexuality — may be permitted subject to age-gating and appropriate labelling. Such content must comply with Indian decency standards.

14.3 Consequences

Content that violates this Section will be removed immediately. Repeat violations will result in permanent account termination. Content that constitutes obscenity under Section 294 of the BNS 2023 or that violates the Information Technology Act, 2000 may be referred to law enforcement.

Section 15 | Spam, Inauthentic Behaviour & Platform Manipulation

The following are prohibited:

  • Artificial inflation of engagement metrics - including purchasing fake views, likes, followers, or comments.
  • Coordinated inauthentic behaviour — operating multiple accounts or coordinating with others to manipulate trending content or amplify specific narratives.
  • Spam - sending unsolicited bulk messages, comments, or DMs.
  • Click fraud — artificially inflating ad impressions or InfoCash revenue.
  • Using bots or automated scripts to interact with the Platform in violation of Nestopar's API Terms.

Nestopar uses automated systems and human review to detect inauthentic behaviour. Accounts found engaging in such behaviour may be demonetised, restricted, or permanently terminated.

Section 16 | Impersonation & Identity Deception

Users must not impersonate any individual, organisation, or entity, including:

  • Creating accounts that falsely claim to be, or are confusingly similar to, a real person, celebrity, or public figure.
  • Creating accounts impersonating a verified business, government body, or official organisation.
  • Using another person's photos or information to deceive others about your identity.

Parody and fan accounts are permitted provided they are clearly labelled as such and do not claim to be the official account of the person being parodied. Nestopar will action valid impersonation reports at connect@nestopar.com within 24 hours.

Section 17 | Health & Medical Misinformation

Nestopar prohibits health misinformation that could cause physical harm, including:

  • False claims about vaccines - including claims that approved vaccines are harmful, unnecessary, or part of conspiracies.
  • Promotion of unproven, fraudulent, or dangerous medical treatments.
  • Content discouraging persons from seeking medical care for life-threatening conditions.
  • False claims about the efficacy of medicines that contradict guidance from Indian health authorities (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, ICMR, etc.).

Educational health content, personal health journeys, and content from registered medical professionals sharing evidence-based information are generally permitted.

Section 18 | Financial Fraud, Scams & Deceptive Practices

The following are prohibited:

  • Ponzi schemes, pyramid schemes, or multi-level marketing programmes that are illegal under Indian law.
  • Fraudulent investment solicitations — including content that makes false promises of guaranteed returns.
  • Phishing content or links designed to steal users' financial credentials.
  • Fake charity appeals or fundraisers.
  • Content violating the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) guidelines on financial promotions.

Users providing financial advice must comply with SEBI regulations and applicable Indian law. Nestopar is not responsible for financial decisions made by users based on Platform content.

Section 19 | Suicide, Self-Harm & Eating Disorders

Nestopar takes a safe messaging approach to content related to suicide and self-harm, in line with guidelines from the World Health Organization and Indian mental health authorities.

Prohibited content includes: detailed depictions of methods of self-harm or suicide; content that glorifies, romanticises, or encourages eating disorders; and content that encourages self-harm as a coping mechanism.

Permitted content includes: personal recovery stories; mental health awareness campaigns; educational content on recognising warning signs; and peer support communities — all subject to appropriate content warnings.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact iCall at 9152987821 or the Vandrevala Foundation Helpline at 1860-2662-345 (available 24/7).

Section 20 | Platform-Specific Rules (Feed, Stories, Live, Minix, DMs)

20.1 Connect Long-Form Video

Connect videos must comply with all applicable content rules in this Policy. Creators publishing Connect content are subject to the Creator eligibility requirements (minimum age 18, verified account). Connect videos may be monetised under the InfoCash programme subject to Section 22.

20.2 Minix - Short-Form Video

Minix content must comply with all content rules. Minix is eligible for InfoCash revenue sharing as described in Section 22. Minix featuring music must comply with Section 12 (copyright). Minix content that is remixed or dueted from another user's content requires that the original creator has not disabled the remix feature.

20.3 Social Posts & Feed

Social posts, including text, images, polls, and links, must comply with all applicable content rules. Sponsored or paid Social posts must be disclosed in accordance with Section 21.

20.4 Live Streaming

Live streams are subject to real-time content moderation. Prohibited conduct during live streams includes: displaying nudity or sexual content; performing dangerous stunts; displaying prohibited content (Section 6). Live streams may be recorded and reviewed after the fact.

20.5 Direct Messages (DMs)

While Nestopar does not routinely monitor private DMs, it will act on valid reports of DM abuse (harassment, CSAM, spam). Users who send prohibited content via DM are subject to the same enforcement actions as for public content.

Section 21 | Advertising & Sponsored Content Standards

21.1 Disclosure Requirement

Users who post paid partnerships, sponsored content, or affiliate marketing content must clearly disclose the commercial relationship using clear labels such as '#Paid', '#Sponsored', '#Ad', or '#Partnership'. This disclosure must be prominent and unambiguous.

21.2 Prohibited Advertising Content

The following may not be advertised on the Platform:

  • Products or services illegal in India.
  • Tobacco and tobacco products (subject to the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003).
  • Alcohol advertising in violation of state-level restrictions.
  • Gambling services that are not legally licensed in India.
  • Misleading or deceptive claims in violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and ASCI guidelines.

21.3 Nestopar Advertising

Nestopar may display advertising alongside User Content. By using the Platform, you consent to Nestopar placing advertisements adjacent to or within your content feeds. Nestopar's advertising does not imply endorsement of advertised products by Nestopar.

Section 22 | Monetisation & Creator Program InfoCash

22.1 What is InfoCash?

INFOCASH — REVENUE SHARE PROGRAMME

INFOCASH IS NESTOPAR'S AD REVENUE SHARING PROGRAMME — NOT A PRIZE, LOTTERY, GIFT, OR CONTEST. INFOCASH DISTRIBUTES A PORTION OF THE ADVERTISING REVENUE GENERATED ON THE PLATFORM TO ELIGIBLE CREATORS AND VIEWERS. THIS IS A CONTRACTUAL REVENUE SHARE ARRANGEMENT GOVERNED BY INDIAN LAW.

InfoCash operates as follows: Advertisers place advertisements on the Platform. Nestopar earns advertising revenue from these placements. Nestopar distributes a share of this revenue to eligible Creators who produce content that attracts ad views, and to eligible Viewers who engage with advertising. The amount distributed is determined by Nestopar's revenue sharing formula, which is published in the Creator Dashboard.

22.2 Legal Character of InfoCash

InfoCash is expressly and exclusively characterised as an advertising revenue sharing programme. It is NOT and shall not be construed as:

  • A prize competition under the Prize Competitions Act, 1955.
  • A chit fund under the Chit Funds Act, 1982.
  • A prize chit or money circulation scheme under the Prize Chits and Money Circulation Schemes (Banning) Act, 1978.
  • A lottery, raffle, or game of chance.
  • A gift, donation, or gratuitous payment.
  • An employment relationship or wages.

The InfoCash payment is consideration for the economic value Creators and Viewers generate by attracting and engaging with advertising on the Platform. It is a proportional share of commercial advertising revenue and is governed by contract law.

22.3 Eligibility for InfoCash

To be eligible for InfoCash distributions, a Creator must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age with a verified Nestopar account.
  • Meet the minimum follower and view thresholds published in the Creator Dashboard.
  • Produce original content that complies with this Policy.
  • Not have any active policy violations, strikes, or enforcement actions on their account.
  • Complete tax declaration requirements under Indian income tax law (PAN verification).

22.4 InfoCash & Taxes

All InfoCash distributions are subject to applicable Indian taxes, including TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) where required by the Income Tax Act, 1961. Nestopar will provide Creators with tax documentation as required by law. Creators are responsible for declaring all InfoCash income in their income tax returns.

22.5 Modification of InfoCash Terms

Nestopar reserves the right to modify the InfoCash revenue sharing formula, eligibility criteria, and payment schedule at any time, with 30 days' notice to eligible Creators via the Creator Dashboard. Continued participation in the programme after notice constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Section 23 | Research, News & Public Interest Content

Nestopar recognises that content that would otherwise violate this Policy may be permitted when it serves a genuine and documentable public interest — including journalism, academic research, documentary filmmaking, and counter-extremism work.

Content seeking this exception must: be produced by a credible journalist, researcher, or organisation; include appropriate context explaining why the content is in the public interest; not be designed to harm or harass any individual; and comply with applicable Indian press and media laws.

Nestopar reviews public interest claims on a case-by-case basis. The burden of demonstrating public interest rests with the user seeking the exception.

Section 24 | Enforcement Mechanisms & Strikes

24.1 Enforcement Actions Available to Nestopar

Nestopar may take any or all of the following enforcement actions for policy violations:

  • Content removal or takedown.
  • Content labelling or age-gating.
  • Demonetisation of specific content or entire accounts.
  • Temporary feature restriction (e.g., disabling commenting, live streaming, or DMs).
  • Issuance of a formal warning strike.
  • Temporary account suspension.
  • Permanent account termination.
  • Referral to law enforcement.

24.2 Strike System

Nestopar operates a cumulative strike system for non-zero-tolerance violations:

  • First strike: Warning + content removal.
  • Second strike: 7-day feature restriction + content removal.
  • Third strike: 30-day suspension.
  • Fourth strike: Permanent termination.

Zero-tolerance violations (Section 6) result in immediate permanent termination without prior strikes.

24.3 Automated Enforcement

Nestopar uses automated content moderation systems to detect prohibited content. Automated decisions may be reviewed by human moderators. Users may appeal automated enforcement actions via the process in Section 25.

Section 25 | Appeals, Oversight & Dispute Resolution

25.1 Right to Appeal

Users whose content has been removed or whose accounts have been restricted or terminated have the right to appeal the decision, except in cases of zero-tolerance violations under Section 6 involving CSAM.

25.2 Appeal Process

To appeal an enforcement decision, users should submit a request to connect@nestopar.com with: the account details; a description of the content or account action being appealed; and reasons why the user believes the action was incorrect. Nestopar will acknowledge appeals within 24 hours and provide a decision within 15 days, in compliance with IT Rules 2021.

25.3 Appeals Outcome

Possible outcomes of an appeal include: reinstatement of content; partial reinstatement with labelling or restrictions; or upholding of the original enforcement action. Nestopar's appeal decision is final for platform purposes, but does not affect users' rights under Indian law.

25.4 No Class Actions — Indian Law

All disputes arising from this Policy shall be handled individually. Users agree not to participate in any class action, collective action, or representative proceeding against Nestopar in any forum. Each user must pursue any claim individually before the competent courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra, as specified in Section 33.

25.5 Grievance Officer — IT Rules 2021

In accordance with Rule 3(2)(b) of the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, Nestopar has appointed a Grievance Officer for India. Users may raise formal grievances at:

Grievance Officer, Nestopar Pvt. Ltd.
Phone: +91 80971 70312
Email: connect@nestopar.com
Address: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

The Grievance Officer shall acknowledge complaints within 24 hours and resolve them within 15 days, in compliance with Rule 3(2)(b) of the IT Rules 2021.

25.6 Escalation

If a grievance is not resolved to your satisfaction through the Grievance Officer process, you may approach the competent courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, as specified in Section 33. Nestopar will cooperate with any lawful court process.

Section 26 | Crisis & Emergency Protocols

26.1 Imminent Harm

If you believe there is an immediate risk to life — either your own or another person's — please contact emergency services immediately. In India: Police — 100; Ambulance — 108; Women's Helpline — 1091; Child Helpline — 1098; National Emergency Number — 112.

26.2 Platform Emergency Reporting

Nestopar provides an emergency reporting function within the Platform for content depicting imminent real-world harm. Emergency reports are triaged with the highest priority and are reviewed around the clock. Contact: connect@nestopar.com (mark the subject line 'EMERGENCY').

26.3 Cooperation with Authorities

Nestopar will cooperate promptly and fully with Indian law enforcement and government authorities in relation to any credible emergency or imminent harm situation, including disclosing relevant user information pursuant to valid legal process under the IT Act, 2000.

Section 27 | Transparency & Accountability

27.1 Transparency Reports

Nestopar publishes periodic Transparency Reports disclosing aggregate data on: content removals by category; government information requests received and actioned; appeals filed and outcomes; account terminations; and law enforcement requests. Reports are available at www.nestopar.com/transparency.

27.2 Government & Law Enforcement Requests

Nestopar receives and processes requests from Indian government authorities and law enforcement agencies for content removal or user information in accordance with the IT Act, 2000 and IT Rules 2021. Nestopar will only comply with requests that are lawfully made, properly documented, and legally binding. All such requests should be directed to connect@nestopar.com.

27.3 Policy Review

Nestopar reviews this Policy at least annually and following any significant change in applicable Indian law. Users will be notified of material changes as described in Section 34.

Section 28 | Regional Compliance & Jurisdictional Rules

Nestopar operates exclusively under Indian law and all content moderation, data handling, and platform governance is conducted in accordance with applicable Indian statutes and regulations.

28.1 Indian Law Compliance

Nestopar complies with all applicable Indian laws including:

  • The Information Technology Act, 2000 and IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
  • The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
  • The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
  • The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.
  • The Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
  • The Copyright Act, 1957 and Trade Marks Act, 1999.
  • The Representation of the People Act, 1951 (election content).
  • Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) guidelines for consumer-facing advertising.

28.2 Government Directions

Nestopar will comply with valid directions from the Indian Government issued under Section 69A of the IT Act, 2000 to block or restrict access to specific content or URLs. Compliance with such directions is mandatory and does not constitute a policy violation by the user whose content is blocked, except where the direction is based on the user's violation of Indian law.

28.3 Data Localisation

Nestopar complies with applicable data localisation requirements under Indian law. Personal data of Indian users is processed in accordance with the DPDPA 2023 and relevant sector-specific requirements.

28.4 Law Enforcement Cooperation

Nestopar cooperates with Indian law enforcement agencies in accordance with lawful process. Requests for user data or content preservation must be made through connect@nestopar.com with supporting legal documentation.

Section 29 | Third-Party Developers & API Use

Third-party developers accessing the Platform via the Nestopar API must comply with the Nestopar Developer Policy, this Content Use Policy, and all applicable Indian laws. Developers may not use API access to:

  • Harvest personal data in bulk without Nestopar's written authorisation.
  • Build applications that facilitate violations of this Policy.
  • Reverse engineer or circumvent the Platform's technical protection measures.
  • Exceed API rate limits or use automated scraping tools.

Nestopar may revoke API access at any time for violations of the Developer Policy or this Policy. Developers are responsible for ensuring that applications built on the Nestopar API comply with this Policy and applicable law.

Section 30 | Data, Privacy & User Rights

Nestopar processes personal data in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) and the Nestopar Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into this Policy.

Key user rights under the DPDPA include:

  • Right to access personal data held by Nestopar.
  • Right to correction of inaccurate personal data.
  • Right to erasure of personal data (subject to legal retention requirements).
  • Right to grievance redressal for data privacy concerns via the Grievance Officer.

To exercise these rights, users may contact connect@nestopar.com. Nestopar will respond to valid data rights requests within the timeframes required by the DPDPA.

Section 31 | Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability

31.1 Platform Provided 'As Is'

The Platform is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis. Nestopar makes no warranty, express or implied, as to: the availability, accuracy, completeness, or fitness for purpose of the Platform; the accuracy or reliability of any User Content; or the results that may be obtained from use of the Platform.

31.2 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Indian law, Nestopar's total aggregate liability to any user for any claims arising from or related to use of the Platform shall be limited to INR 1,000 (One Thousand Rupees). This limitation applies to all claims in aggregate, including contract, tort, negligence, and any other cause of action.

31.3 Exclusions

This limitation of liability does not apply to: (a) death or personal injury caused by Nestopar's negligence; or (b) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation by Nestopar. Nothing in this Policy excludes liability that cannot be excluded under mandatory Indian law.

Section 32 | Indemnification & Complete Release

COMPLETE INDEMNITY & RELEASE

BY USING THE PLATFORM YOU PROVIDE NESTOPAR WITH COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL INDEMNITY AGAINST ALL CLAIMS — INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING FROM NESTOPAR PUBLISHING, ADVERTISING, OR REMOVING YOUR CONTENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS POLICY. YOU AGREE THAT YOU CANNOT FILE ANY CASE, COMPLAINT, OR LEGAL ACTION AGAINST NESTOPAR FOR EXERCISING ITS RIGHTS UNDER THIS POLICY.

32.1 General Indemnification

You agree to irrevocably defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Nestopar Pvt. Ltd. and its affiliates, subsidiaries, holding companies, officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns (collectively, "Nestopar Parties") from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, proceedings, notices, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, penalties, fines, costs, and expenses — including reasonable advocate's fees and court costs — arising out of or in any way connected with:

  • Your User Content or any content you submit, post, publish, or transmit through the Platform.
  • Your violation of this Policy, the Terms of Service, or any applicable Indian law or regulation.
  • Your violation of the rights of any third party, including Intellectual Property Rights, privacy rights, rights of publicity, or contractual rights.
  • Your use of or access to the Platform, including any activity conducted through your account by you or any person you allow to use your account.
  • Any misrepresentation, false statement, or fraudulent conduct by you.
  • Any claim by a third party that your User Content caused them harm, loss, or damage.
  • Any action by a government authority, regulatory body, or court arising from your Content or conduct on the Platform.

32.2 Indemnification for Content Publication & Advertising

You specifically and irrevocably indemnify and hold harmless the Nestopar Parties against any and all claims arising from Nestopar exercising the license rights granted under Section 5.1 of this Policy, including:

  • Any claim arising from Nestopar publishing, displaying, distributing, or making available your User Content on the Platform or through any other media channel.
  • Any claim arising from Nestopar using your User Content in its advertising, promotional materials, campaigns, trailers, or marketing communications - in any medium.
  • Any claim arising from Nestopar adapting, cropping, reformatting, translating, or otherwise modifying your User Content for platform or promotional purposes.
  • Any claim by any third party including persons who appear in your Content arising from Nestopar's publication or promotional use of your Content.

You warrant that you have obtained all consents and clearances from any person appearing in your Content that are necessary for Nestopar to lawfully exercise these rights. Failure to obtain such consents is entirely your liability.

32.3 Indemnification for Content Removal & Account Actions

You specifically and irrevocably indemnify and hold harmless the Nestopar Parties against any and all claims arising from Nestopar exercising its enforcement rights under this Policy, including:

  • Any claim arising from Nestopar removing, restricting, age-gating, demonetising, or limiting the reach of your User Content for any reason permitted under this Policy or required by Indian law.
  • Any claim arising from Nestopar suspending, restricting features on, or permanently terminating your account.
  • Any claim for loss of earnings, followers, business opportunity, revenue, or reputational harm arising from enforcement actions taken against your Content or account.
  • Any claim arising from Nestopar complying with a valid court order, government direction, or law enforcement request to remove your Content or disclose your information.

You acknowledge that Nestopar's right to remove Content and take enforcement action is a core, fundamental, and essential feature of the Platform that you expressly agreed to when you accepted this Policy.

32.4 Complete Release - No Legal Action Against Nestopar

ABSOLUTE WAIVER OF CLAIMS

YOU IRREVOCABLY AND UNCONDITIONALLY WAIVE AND RELEASE ALL RIGHTS TO FILE, INITIATE, OR SUPPORT ANY CASE, COMPLAINT, SUIT, ARBITRATION, OR LEGAL PROCEEDING OF ANY KIND AGAINST NESTOPAR OR ANY NESTOPAR PARTY IN ANY COURT, TRIBUNAL, CONSUMER FORUM, OR BEFORE ANY AUTHORITY, IN RESPECT OF: (A) NESTOPAR'S USE, PUBLICATION, OR ADVERTISING OF YOUR CONTENT UNDER THE LICENSE IN SECTION 5.1; OR (B) NESTOPAR'S REMOVAL, RESTRICTION, OR TAKING DOWN OF YOUR CONTENT OR ACCOUNT UNDER THIS POLICY. THIS WAIVER IS ABSOLUTE AND SURVIVES TERMINATION OF YOUR ACCOUNT.

Without limiting the above, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • Nestopar's decision to publish, promote, or advertise your Content is an exercise of contractual rights that you granted, and you have no claim against Nestopar for such use.
  • Nestopar's decision to remove, restrict, or take down your Content is an exercise of its platform management rights under this Policy and under Section 79 of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and you have no claim against Nestopar for the exercise of those rights.
  • You shall not file any complaint before any Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, District Forum, State Commission, or National Commission under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 in respect of any enforcement action Nestopar takes on your Content or account under this Policy.
  • The only recourse available to you for content removal or account enforcement actions is the internal appeals process described in Section 25 of this Policy.
  • Nothing in this Section 32.4 prevents you from approaching the Grievance Officer under the IT Rules 2021 (Section 33.3) or a competent court in Mumbai for a claim that Nestopar acted in bad faith, entirely outside the scope of this Policy, or in direct violation of a mandatory provision of applicable Indian law — but no such claim shall include a claim for damages arising from the mere act of content removal or account enforcement where Nestopar had a reasonable basis for its decision under this Policy.

32.5 Indemnification Procedure

Nestopar reserves the right to assume the exclusive defence and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you. You agree to:

  • Cooperate fully and promptly with Nestopar's defence of any indemnified claim.
  • Not settle any indemnified claim without Nestopar's prior written consent.
  • Bear all costs and advocate's fees associated with the defence of any indemnified claim, whether or not Nestopar assumes control of the defence.

Nestopar will use reasonable efforts to notify you of any indemnified claim, but failure to provide timely notice does not relieve your indemnification obligation except to the extent you are materially prejudiced by the delay.

32.6 Survival

Your indemnification and release obligations under this Section survive the termination or expiry of your account and this Policy indefinitely. They apply to claims arising from acts or omissions that occurred during your use of the Platform, regardless of when the claim is brought.

Section 33 | Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

33.1 Governing Law

This Policy and any disputes arising out of or related to it, the Platform, or the Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 (as amended), the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, without giving effect to any choice-of-law or conflict-of-law provisions that would require application of the laws of any other jurisdiction.

33.2 Jurisdiction - Mumbai, India

The courts at Mumbai, Maharashtra, India shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or in connection with this Policy, the Terms of Service, or the Platform, including any question regarding its existence, validity, or termination. By using the Platform, you irrevocably submit to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and waive any objection to the laying of venue of any such proceeding in Mumbai.

33.3 Grievance Redressal - Indian Users (IT Rules 2021)

In accordance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, Nestopar has appointed a Grievance Officer for India. Users in India may address their grievances to:

Grievance Officer, Nestopar Pvt. Ltd.
Phone: +91 80971 70312
Email: connect@nestopar.com
Address: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

The Grievance Officer shall acknowledge the complaint within 24 hours and resolve it within 15 days of receipt, in compliance with Rule 3(2)(b) of the IT Rules, 2021.

33.4 Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution

Before initiating formal legal proceedings, the parties agree to attempt resolution through mediation in Mumbai, Maharashtra, in accordance with the Mediation Act, 2023. Either party may request mediation by written notice to the other. If mediation fails or is declined within 30 days of such notice, either party may proceed to the courts at Mumbai as provided in Section 33.2. The costs of mediation shall be borne equally by both parties unless otherwise agreed.

33.5 Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to contact Nestopar at connect@nestopar.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for a period of 30 days. Nestopar will similarly attempt good-faith informal resolution before pursuing formal legal action.

Section 34 | Amendments & Notifications

Nestopar reserves the right to amend this Policy at any time. For material changes, Nestopar will provide at least 30 days' advance notice via: in-app notification; email to the registered email address; and/or a prominent notice on the Platform homepage.

For non-material changes (such as corrections of typographical errors or clarifications that do not change the substance of the Policy), Nestopar may update the Policy without prior notice, but will update the 'Effective Date' shown on the Policy.

Continued use of the Platform following the effective date of any amendment constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy. If you do not agree to the revised Policy, you must discontinue use of the Platform and close your account before the effective date of the change.

Section 35 | Contact Information & Reporting

For all enquiries, reports, and legal notices relating to this Policy, please use the following contact details:

Department Contact
General Enquiries & Mailing connect@nestopar.com
Grievance Officer +91 80971 70312
Trust & Safety - Content Reports connect@nestopar.com
Legal General connect@nestopar.com
Copyright / IP Infringement connect@nestopar.com
Privacy & Data Rights connect@nestopar.com
Appeals connect@nestopar.com
Law Enforcement Requests connect@nestopar.com
Nestopar Premium - Takedowns connect@nestopar.com
JobNest - Disputes connect@nestopar.com

Section 36 | JobNest Employment Platform - Terms, Agreement & Indemnification

JOBNEST IMPORTANT NOTICE

JOBNEST IS AN EMPLOYMENT FACILITATION PLATFORM ONLY. NESTOPAR IS NOT A PARTY TO ANY EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, JOB OFFER, OR HIRING DECISION. NESTOPAR DOES NOT GUARANTEE EMPLOYMENT OR HIRING OUTCOMES. ALL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIPS ARE EXCLUSIVELY BETWEEN THE JOB SEEKER AND THE EMPLOYER.

36.1 What is JobNest?

JobNest is the employment and recruitment section of the Nestopar Platform. It enables: Job Seekers to create profiles, upload resumes, and specify job preferences; Verified Business Account holders (Employers) to search for candidates based on specified parameters, review profiles, and post job opportunities; and both parties to connect and proceed to independent employment negotiations. Nestopar provides the matching and connectivity infrastructure only.

36.2 Definitions - JobNest

In this Section 36:

"Job Seeker" means a registered Nestopar user who uses JobNest to seek employment opportunities.

"Employer" means a verified business account holder who uses JobNest to recruit candidates.

"Job Profile" means the information, resume, skills, and preferences submitted by a Job Seeker on JobNest.

"Job Listing" means a vacancy or opportunity posted by an Employer on JobNest.

"Match" means a connection made between a Job Seeker and an Employer through the JobNest algorithm.

36.3 Job Seeker Obligations

Job Seekers using JobNest agree to:

  • Provide accurate, truthful, and complete information in their Job Profile, including qualifications, experience, and skills.
  • Upload only genuine documents - including resumes, certificates, and identity documents. Uploading forged or falsified documents is a criminal offence under the BNS 2023.
  • Not misrepresent their qualifications, experience, or employment history.
  • Comply with the confidentiality of any employment processes they participate in through JobNest.
  • Not use JobNest to solicit employees from other organisations for personal financial gain.

36.4 Employer Obligations

Employers using JobNest agree to:

  • Maintain a verified business account with accurate company information, GST registration (where applicable), and authorised representative details.
  • Post only genuine, lawful job opportunities. Fake or fraudulent job listings are prohibited and may be reported to law enforcement.
  • Comply with all applicable Indian employment laws including the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947; the Shops and Establishments Act (applicable state law); and all anti-discrimination obligations.
  • Not use JobNest to collect candidate data for purposes other than genuine recruitment.
  • Not discriminate in hiring on the basis of religion, caste, gender, disability, or any other ground prohibited under Indian law.

36.5 Nestopar's Role - Intermediary Only

Nestopar's role on JobNest is exclusively that of a technology intermediary facilitating connections between Job Seekers and Employers. Nestopar:

  • Does NOT screen, verify, or validate Job Seekers' qualifications, experience, or documents beyond basic identity verification.
  • Does NOT screen, endorse, or verify the legitimacy of Employers' job listings beyond basic business account verification.
  • Is NOT a party to any employment contract, offer letter, appointment letter, or hiring decision.
  • Does NOT guarantee that any Job Seeker will receive a job offer, or that any Employer will find a suitable candidate.
  • Is NOT liable for the conduct of any Job Seeker or Employer during or after the hiring process.
NESTOPAR IS NOT A RECRUITMENT AGENCY

NESTOPAR IS NEITHER AN EMPLOYER NOR A RECRUITMENT AGENCY. ALL VERIFICATION OF CANDIDATES AND EMPLOYERS - BEYOND PLATFORM-LEVEL KYC - IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE RESPECTIVE PARTIES. NESTOPAR CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY EMPLOYMENT FRAUD, MISREPRESENTATION, OR DISPUTE.

36.6 Post-Match Verification - Parties' Responsibility

After a Match is made through JobNest, both Job Seekers and Employers are independently responsible for conducting their own due diligence before entering into any employment relationship. This includes:

  • Employers independently verifying all academic and professional qualifications, employment history, and background of the candidate through their own verification processes.
  • Job Seekers independently verifying the legitimacy of the Employer, the terms of the job offer, and the working conditions before accepting any offer.

Nestopar strongly recommends that Employers conduct formal background checks through accredited verification agencies before making hiring decisions, and that Job Seekers research prospective employers through independent sources.

36.7 Dual Indemnification - Both Parties Indemnify Nestopar

DUAL INDEMNIFICATION - MANDATORY

BOTH JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS INDEPENDENTLY AND FULLY INDEMNIFY NESTOPAR FROM ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM THEIR USE OF JOBNEST AND ANY EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP OR DISPUTE ARISING THEREFROM. THIS IS A MANDATORY CONDITION OF USE OF JOBNEST.

36.7.1 Job Seeker Indemnification

Each Job Seeker irrevocably agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Nestopar Parties from and against any claims, losses, damages, costs, and advocate's fees arising from:

  • Any misrepresentation or false information in their Job Profile or documents submitted to an Employer through JobNest.
  • Any dispute between the Job Seeker and an Employer arising from or related to the employment relationship.
  • Any claim by an Employer or third party arising from the Job Seeker's conduct during or after the hiring process.
  • Any violation of applicable Indian employment law by the Job Seeker.

36.7.2 Employer Indemnification

Each Employer irrevocably agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Nestopar Parties from and against any claims, losses, damages, costs, and advocate's fees arising from:

  • Any fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful job listing posted on JobNest.
  • Any dispute between the Employer and a Job Seeker arising from or related to the hiring process or employment relationship, including claims under Indian labour law.
  • Any violation of Indian employment, labour, or anti-discrimination law by the Employer.
  • Any misuse of Job Seeker data collected through JobNest for purposes beyond genuine recruitment.

36.7.3 Scope & Survival of Indemnification

The indemnifications in this Section 36.7 are in addition to and do not limit the general indemnification in Section 32. They survive the termination of the user's Nestopar account and the JobNest Agreement.

36.8 Data Protection - JobNest

Job Profiles and Employer data collected through JobNest are processed in accordance with the DPDPA 2023 and the Nestopar Privacy Policy. Job Seekers consent to their Job Profile being shared with Employers who match their specified parameters. Employers may only use Job Seeker data for the purpose of genuine recruitment and must not share, sell, or repurpose this data.

36.9 Prohibited Conduct on JobNest

The following are prohibited on JobNest:

  • Posting fake, fraudulent, or misleading job listings.
  • Collecting candidate data without genuine recruitment intent.
  • Charging Job Seekers any fee in connection with a job listing (illegal under applicable Indian law).
  • Using JobNest to conduct phishing, identity theft, or financial fraud.
  • Posting job listings for illegal activities or activities that violate Indian law.

36.10 Data Handling for JobNest

Nestopar retains JobNest data for the period necessary to provide the service and as required by applicable Indian law. Job Seekers may delete their Job Profile at any time from the app settings. Employers may archive and delete job listings via the Employer Dashboard.

36.11 Fees & Payments — JobNest

Nestopar may charge Employers subscription or per-listing fees for access to JobNest features. These fees are separate from InfoCash and Nestopar Premium. Fee schedules are published in the Employer Dashboard. Job Seekers access JobNest at no charge.

36.12 Termination of JobNest Access

Nestopar may suspend or terminate a Job Seeker's or Employer's access to JobNest at any time for violations of this Policy, fraudulent conduct, or any other reason within Nestopar's discretion. Enforcement actions under JobNest are subject to the appeals process in Section 25.

36.13 Governing Law — JobNest

This Section 36 is governed by the laws of the Republic of India. Any dispute arising from or relating to JobNest — whether between a Job Seeker and Nestopar, or an Employer and Nestopar — shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, and the Grievance Officer process described in Section 33.3 of this Policy.

Nothing in this Section limits any rights Job Seekers or Employers may have under applicable Indian consumer protection or labour laws.

Section 37 | Nestopar Premium — Verified Premium Content Programme

NESTOPAR PREMIUM — KEY TERMS

NESTOPAR PREMIUM IS AN EXCLUSIVE PAID-CONTENT CHANNEL. ONLY NESTOPAR-VERIFIED CREATORS AND VERIFIED PRODUCTION HOUSES MAY PUBLISH PREMIUM CONTENT. BY LISTING CONTENT ON NESTOPAR PREMIUM, THE UPLOADER UNCONDITIONALLY WARRANTS THAT THEY ARE THE SOLE LEGAL OWNER OF ALL RIGHTS IN THAT CONTENT AND ACCEPTS FULL LIABILITY FOR ANY OWNERSHIP DISPUTE. NESTOPAR DOES NOT OWN, CLAIM OWNERSHIP OF, OR TAKE EDITORIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR PREMIUM CONTENT.

37.1 What is Nestopar Premium?

Nestopar Premium is a dedicated section of the Platform that enables Verified Creators and Verified Production Houses to distribute long-form original content — including feature films, web series, documentary films, short films, original shows, and other long-form video productions — on a pay-per-view or subscription basis. Nestopar Premium is a distribution and payment infrastructure service only; Nestopar does not produce, commission, co-produce, or editorially control any Premium Content.

37.2 Eligibility - Who May Upload to Nestopar Premium

VERIFIED UPLOADERS ONLY

ONLY NESTOPAR-VERIFIED CREATORS AND VERIFIED PRODUCTION HOUSES ARE PERMITTED TO UPLOAD CONTENT TO NESTOPAR PREMIUM. THIRD-PARTY DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, AGGREGATORS, OR UNLICENSED UPLOADERS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED. VERIFICATION IS MANDATORY BEFORE ANY PREMIUM CONTENT GOES LIVE.

To be eligible to publish on Nestopar Premium, a Creator or Production House must:

  • Hold a verified Nestopar Creator account with full KYC (Know Your Customer) completion, including government-issued photo identity proof and address proof.
  • In the case of a Production House or company: submit valid Certificate of Incorporation, GST registration (where applicable), and authorised signatory documentation.
  • Pass Nestopar's Premium Content Verification Process (Section 37.3) for each individual piece of content before it is made available for purchase.
  • Sign and accept Nestopar's Premium Content Uploader Agreement, which supplements this Policy.
  • Not have any active strikes, violations, or pending enforcement actions on their account at the time of submission.

37.3 Premium Content Verification Process

Before any content is made live on Nestopar Premium, Nestopar shall conduct a background verification of ownership documentation. This process includes but is not limited to:

  • Review of chain-of-title documents establishing the uploader's ownership of all rights - including copyright, performance rights, music synchronisation rights, and any other rights required to distribute the content.
  • Verification of certificates from relevant Indian regulatory or certification bodies where applicable (including Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certificates for feature films, where required by law).
  • Verification of any No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) from co-producers, financiers, or other rights-holding parties.
  • Review of music licences, clearances for archival footage, and any third-party content embedded in the submission.
  • Confirmation that the content does not violate this Policy's prohibited content rules (Sections 6-20).

Nestopar's verification is a good-faith documentary review only. It is NOT a guarantee of ownership, authenticity, or legal title. Nestopar relies entirely on the documents submitted by the uploader and does not independently verify their authenticity with third parties. Verification approval by Nestopar shall NOT be construed as Nestopar endorsing, certifying, or warranting the uploader's ownership of the content.

NESTOPAR DOES NOT OWN PREMIUM CONTENT

NESTOPAR'S VERIFICATION APPROVAL DOES NOT TRANSFER, ASSIGN, OR AFFECT THE OWNERSHIP OF THE CONTENT IN ANY WAY. ALL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN PREMIUM CONTENT REMAIN WITH THE UPLOADER (SUBJECT TO ANY THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS THEREIN). NESTOPAR CLAIMS NO OWNERSHIP OVER PREMIUM CONTENT AT ANY TIME.

37.4 Pay-Per-View & Payment Terms

Uploaders on Nestopar Premium may set a pay-per-view price for their content, subject to Nestopar's minimum and maximum pricing guidelines. Users may purchase access to Premium Content using:

  • InfoCash — the user's InfoCash balance in their Nestopar wallet, which can be applied towards premium content purchases.
  • Direct payment via any payment method accepted on the Platform (UPI, net banking, debit/credit card, or other methods made available by Nestopar).

Once a user completes payment for a pay-per-view title, they are granted a limited, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, personal licence to stream that specific content. Access does not constitute a purchase of ownership; no physical or digital download rights are granted unless explicitly stated.

37.5 Revenue Share - Nestopar Premium

PREMIUM REVENUE SPLIT: 75% CREATOR / 25% NESTOPAR

OF THE GROSS REVENUE COLLECTED FROM USERS FOR EACH PAY-PER-VIEW PURCHASE ON NESTOPAR PREMIUM, THE REVENUE IS SHARED AS FOLLOWS: CREATOR/PRODUCTION HOUSE - 75%; NESTOPAR PVT. LTD. 25%. THIS SPLIT APPLIES TO ALL PREMIUM CONTENT TRANSACTIONS AFTER DEDUCTION OF APPLICABLE PAYMENT GATEWAY CHARGES AND GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST) AS REQUIRED BY INDIAN LAW.

For the avoidance of doubt:

  • The 75% Creator / Production House share is calculated on net revenue after payment gateway charges and applicable taxes (including GST) have been deducted.
  • Nestopar's 25% platform service fee covers content hosting, streaming infrastructure, payment processing facilitation, verification services, customer support, and platform maintenance.
  • Payouts to Creators and Production Houses are made in Indian Rupees (INR) to the verified bank account linked to the Nestopar account, on the schedule published in the Premium Uploader Dashboard.
  • Nestopar reserves the right to withhold payouts if there is an active ownership dispute, legal hold, court order, or enforcement action relating to the content in question, until the matter is resolved.

37.6 Uploader's Absolute Warranty of Ownership

By submitting any content to Nestopar Premium, the uploader irrevocably represents, warrants, and undertakes to Nestopar and to all users of the Platform that:

  • They are the sole and exclusive owner of all rights (including copyright and allied rights under the Copyright Act, 1957) necessary to distribute, exhibit, and monetise the content on the Platform worldwide.
  • The content does not infringe the copyright, trademark, or any other intellectual property rights of any third party.
  • All persons featured in the content - including performers, directors, writers, musicians, and any other rights-holders - have provided valid and legally binding consents and assignments of rights to the uploader.
  • The documentation submitted during the verification process is genuine, complete, accurate, and not forged or misrepresented in any manner.
  • There is no pending litigation, dispute, caveat, injunction, or claim by any third party relating to the ownership or distribution rights of the content, as of the date of submission.

This warranty is continuing and must remain true at all times during which the content is live on Nestopar Premium. The uploader must immediately notify Nestopar at connect@nestopar.com if any of the above representations becomes untrue after the content goes live.

37.7 Consequences of Ownership Dispute or False Warranty

OWNERSHIP VIOLATION - CONSEQUENCES

IF AT ANY TIME - BEFORE OR AFTER NESTOPAR'S VERIFICATION - IT IS FOUND OR CREDIBLY ALLEGED THAT THE UPLOADER DOES NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO PREMIUM CONTENT, OR THAT THE DOCUMENTATION SUBMITTED WAS FORGED, INACCURATE, OR MISLEADING, NESTOPAR SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION AS SET OUT IN THIS SECTION. NESTOPAR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE UPLOADER FOR ANY LOSS ARISING FROM SUCH ACTION.

Upon discovery of, or credible allegation of, an ownership dispute or false warranty, Nestopar may, at its sole discretion and without prior notice:

  • Immediately take down and remove the content from Nestopar Premium and the Platform.
  • Suspend or permanently terminate the uploader's account and all associated Creator privileges.
  • Freeze all pending payouts related to the disputed content and place them in a hold account pending resolution.
  • Issue a formal financial penalty (fine) to the uploader of up to INR 10,00,000 (Ten Lakh Rupees) or the total gross revenue generated by the disputed content on the Platform - whichever is higher at Nestopar's discretion, based on the severity of the violation.
  • Demand a full refund of all amounts already paid out to the uploader in respect of the disputed content. The uploader shall repay such amounts to Nestopar within 15 days of the demand notice.
  • Demand reimbursement to affected users who purchased the disputed content, which shall be the uploader's sole financial liability.
  • Initiate civil and/or criminal legal action against the uploader under applicable Indian law, including the Copyright Act, 1957 (Sections 63-65- criminal infringement), the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (cheating and fraud provisions), and the Information Technology Act, 2000.
  • Report the matter to the relevant law enforcement authorities.

The imposition of a penalty or legal action by Nestopar under this Section does not in any way limit or reduce the uploader's liability to the actual rights-holder of the content, who retains all independent rights to pursue the uploader under applicable law.

37.8 Nestopar's Limitation of Liability - Premium Content Disputes

Nestopar's verification process is a good-faith administrative check and not a legal determination of ownership. Accordingly:

  • Nestopar shall not be liable to any third-party rights-holder for any infringement arising from the publication of Premium Content, provided Nestopar acted in good faith on the documents presented by the uploader and removes the content promptly upon receiving a valid takedown notice.
  • Nestopar shall not be liable to the uploader for loss of revenue, reputation, or business opportunity arising from the takedown of disputed content or enforcement action under this Section.
  • Nestopar's total liability to any user (viewer) in respect of unavailability of purchased Premium Content due to a takedown shall be limited to a refund of the purchase price paid for that specific content.
  • The uploader shall fully indemnify and hold harmless Nestopar from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and advocate's fees arising from any third-party ownership claim relating to the uploader's Premium Content, in accordance with Section 32 of this Policy.

37.9 Takedown Requests by Rights-Holders

Any person or entity who believes that content listed on Nestopar Premium infringes their copyright or other intellectual property rights may submit a takedown request to connect@nestopar.com, including:

  • Their full legal name and contact details.
  • Identification of the allegedly infringing content (title, URL, or other identifier).
  • A description of the rights they claim are being infringed and evidence of ownership (e.g., copyright registration certificate, chain of title, court order).
  • A declaration that the information provided is accurate and that they are the rights-holder or authorised agent.

Nestopar shall acknowledge takedown requests within 24 hours and shall act on valid, substantiated requests within 72 hours. Disputed takedowns shall be escalated to the Grievance Officer process under Section 33.3.

37.10 No Guarantee of Availability

Nestopar does not guarantee that any Premium Content will remain available on the Platform indefinitely. Nestopar may remove Premium Content at any time for policy violations, legal compliance, rights disputes, or platform operational reasons, without liability to the uploader beyond the obligations set out in this Section.

37.11 Governing Terms

In the event of any conflict between this Section 37 and the general provisions of this Policy, the specific provisions of Section 37 shall prevail with respect to Nestopar Premium content. All other provisions of this Policy including Section 5 (licenses), Section 32 (indemnification), and Section 33 (governing law) apply in full to Nestopar Premium content and uploaders.


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This Policy is effective as of June 12, 2026. A version history is maintained at www.nestopar.com/policy-history.

This document is provided for informational and contractual purposes. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a qualified advocate.