Last Updated: 2025-02-01

1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Bolam Nepal ("the Platform"), you agree to comply with these Terms. If you disagree, discontinue use immediately. The Platform reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time; continued use constitutes acceptance.
2. Service Description
The Platform provides:
News Aggregation: Publicly available news and data presented in accessible formats (e.g., timelines like "Days Since [Incident]"). Content is algorithmically sourced and does not reflect endorsements.

Anonymous Messaging: Encrypted, pseudonymous communication tools. Users control their identities and data.
3. User Responsibilities
Users agree to:
Use Pseudonyms: Real names or government-issued IDs are not required. You may use creative handles.

Avoid Illegal Activity: Do not post content violating Nepal's Muluki Aparadh Sanhita 2074 (e.g., defamation, harassment) or other laws.

Self-Moderate: The Platform does not monitor content. Users are solely responsible for their posts, likes, shares, and interactions.

Use Anonymity Tools: Employ VPNs, Tor, or similar tools to mask your location and identity.
4. Privacy & Data Practices
Data privacy practices for users to make
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE): All messages are encrypted. Even the Platform cannot access content.

No Data Retention:
We do not store:
IP addresses, device IDs, or metadata.

Message content (ephemeral chats auto-deletes and is sent through ip address).

User activity logs (likes, shares).

Decentralized Infrastructure: Servers are hosted outside Nepal in jurisdictions with strong privacy laws (e.g., Iceland, Switzerland).
5. Content Liability

Neutrality: The Platform does not create, endorse, or moderate content. Users post at their own risk.

No Government Criticism: While not restricting speech, we advise: "Use metaphors, satire, or historical analogies to discuss sensitive topics. Avoid direct mentions of politicians or parties."

Report Illegal Content: Users may flag posts violating existing laws (e.g., child exploitation, terrorism). We will remove such content if verified.
6. Legal Compliance

No Local Registration: As the servers are hosted on international servers (i.e: Outside Nepal) the Platform operates under international laws.

Data Requests: We cannot comply with demands for user data as none is retained.

Warrant Canary: A public, cryptographically signed notice will alert users if (compelled) to compromise anonymity.
6. Legal Compliance

No Local Registration: As the servers are hosted on international servers (i.e: Outside Nepal) the Platform operates under international laws.

Data Requests: We cannot comply with demands for user data as none is retained.

Warrant Canary: A public, cryptographically signed notice will alert users if (compelled) to compromise anonymity.
7. Disclaimers

"As Is" Service: The Platform provides no warranties for accuracy, availability, or safety.

No Liability:
We disclaim responsibility for:
User-generated content or misconduct.

Government actions (e.g., fines, arrests).

Service interruptions or censorship.
8. Termination

Due to anonymity, appeals are not guaranteed.
9. Jurisdiction & Governing Law

Jurisdiction: Operated in a decentralized manner. Disputes resolved in the country where most website data (not user generated) is served from (ie: Switzerland) courts.
10. User Warnings

Nepal's Social Media Bill Risks: Posting content critical of authorities may result in fines or imprisonment.

Data Hygiene: Auto Enabled "Ephemeral Mode" (auto-deletes messages) and avoid sharing sensitive information.
11. Contact

Nepal's Social Media Bill Risks: For questions, contact [bolamnepal@proton.me]. We cannot respond to requests requiring identity verification.

Summary: You are anonymous. You are responsible. We are neutral.