1. Consent and Scope
   By uploading any information the User Content to the NOVA MAX STUDIOS application, You give free, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent to the collection, storage, processing, and use of such User Content only for the purposes described in the NOVA MAX STUDIOS Privacy Notice, including upload handling, feature delivery, analytics, and limited product improvement. Consent is provided by a clear affirmative action such as checking I Agree or completing an upload. This consent covers the processing activities and data categories described in the Privacy Notice and does not authorize any other uses.
2. License to Use Content
   License Grant You grant NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator a non exclusive, worldwide, royalty free, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, adapt, and display the User Content solely to the extent necessary to provide the app features and services described in the Privacy Notice. This license is valid for life time.
3. User-Generated Derivatives Disclaimer
   NOVA MAX STUDIOS shall not be held responsible or liable for any third-party use of uploaded content once it is made available in open-source platforms. In particular, if any individual or entity creates reels, memes, or other derivative works featuring familiar faces or likenesses from such content, the responsibility for such use rests solely with the third party and not with NOVA MAX STUDIOS.
4. Withdrawal Retention and Deletion
   Withdrawal of Consent You may withdraw consent at any time via the app settings or by contacting the Grievance Officer. Withdrawal will take effect within 30 days of receipt of the request. Upon withdrawal, NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will cease further processing of your User Content for the withdrawn purposes, except where continued processing is necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes or enforce agreements, or retain anonymized or aggregated data that cannot reasonably be re identified. All consent grants and withdrawals will be logged for audit and compliance.
5. Retention
   NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will retain User Content only for as long as necessary to fulfill the stated purposes or as required by applicable law. A retention schedule is published in the Privacy Notice.
6. Deletion Requests
   You may request deletion of your User Content; deletion requests will be actioned within 30 days, subject to lawful retention obligations, legal holds, or the need to preserve data for dispute resolution. If deletion cannot be completed, NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will notify You of the reasons and any available alternatives.
7. Children
   If User Content concerns a person under 18 years, parental or legal guardian consent is required before upload. The app will implement age verification and parental consent flows consistent with applicable laws. If NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator becomes aware that User Content was uploaded without required parental consent, it will take steps to remove the content and notify the relevant parties as required by law.
8. Representations Warranties and Indemnity
   You represent and warrant that You have all rights, consents, and permissions necessary to upload the User Content and to grant the license set out in this Agreement, and that the User Content does not violate any applicable law or the rights of any third party. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, and expenses including reasonable legal fees arising out of or relating to your breach of these representations and warranties.
9. For all users
   Both the law and these terms try to strike a balance as to what you or Google can claim from the other in case of problems. That's why the law requires everyone to be responsible for certain liabilities - but not others - under these terms. These terms only limit our responsibilities as allowed by applicable law.
   
   These terms don't limit liability for:
   • fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
   • death or personal injury caused by negligence
   • gross negligence
   • willful misconduct
   Other than the liabilities described above, Nova Max Studios is liable only for its breaches of these terms subject to applicable law.
10. Trademark Copyright Responsibility
    You are solely responsible for ensuring that any User Content uploaded does not infringe any trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights. If any claim, suit, or proceeding arises alleging infringement related to your uploaded content, You will be solely responsible for defending and resolving such claims, including payment of damages, costs, and legal fees. NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator reserves the right to remove or disable access to allegedly infringing content and will notify You where feasible and as required by law.
11. Fees Payment Collection Ownership and Enforcement
    Collection and Ownership All fees charged or collected for participation in NOVA MAX STUDIOS activities, events, services, or premium features the Participation Fees will be collected by NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator. Participation Fees become the sole property of NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator upon receipt and will be used for the purposes described in the Privacy Notice and the applicable program or event terms.
12. Pricing Taxes and Receipts
    Participation Fees are stated in the app or in the applicable event terms. Unless otherwise specified, fees do not include taxes, duties, or other governmental charges; You are responsible for any taxes applicable to your purchase and NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator may collect and remit taxes where required by law. NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will provide receipts or confirmations for Participation Fees as required by law or as described in the app.
13. Non Refundable Policy All Participation Fees are non refundable unless expressly stated otherwise in the applicable event or program terms or required by law.
14. Suspension for Nonpayment If You fail to pay any Participation Fees when due, NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator may immediately suspend or restrict access to the relevant features, services, or event participation until payment is made.
15. Recovery of Unpaid Amounts NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator may pursue recovery of unpaid fees, interest, collection costs, and reasonable legal fees through administrative collection, third party collection agencies, or legal proceedings as permitted by law.
16. Interest and Late Charges Where permitted by law, unpaid amounts may accrue interest at a rate specified in the applicable terms or, if unspecified, at a commercially reasonable rate permitted under applicable law.
17. Legal Action and Enforcement Rights By agreeing to this Agreement, You acknowledge and agree that NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator may take any lawful action to enforce payment obligations, including initiating civil proceedings, seeking judgments, and pursuing other remedies available under applicable law. If NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator prevails in any collection or enforcement action, You agree to reimburse NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator for reasonable collection costs and legal fees to the extent permitted by law.
18. Notification and Opportunity to Cure Before initiating formal legal proceedings, NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will provide You with written notice of the unpaid amount and a reasonable opportunity to cure the default, except where immediate action is required by law or to prevent fraud or further loss.
19. Records Audit and Compliance NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will maintain records of fee transactions and enforcement actions for audit and compliance purposes and may permit audits where required by law or contractual obligations subject to confidentiality safeguards. Judging Content Termination and Operator Discretion
20. Judging and Jury Decisions Final For any event, competition, or activity administered through the app that uses a jury or panel of judges the decisions, scores, placements, and awards determined by the appointed jury or panel will be final and binding on all participants, subject only to applicable law and the limited right to seek judicial review where permitted by law. You agree not to contest jury determinations except on grounds of manifest error, fraud, or procedural irregularity as provided by applicable law.
21. Content Termination and Operator Sole Discretion NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator reserves the exclusive right, in its sole discretion, to remove, terminate, disqualify, or otherwise restrict any User Content, submission, entry, or participation in any event or activity at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these terms, suspected fraud, safety concerns, or noncompliance with event rules. Termination or removal actions taken by NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator under this clause may be immediate and may affect your ability to participate or receive any awards; such actions do not entitle You to a refund of Participation Fees unless otherwise required by law.
22. Notice Where Feasible Where feasible and not prohibited by law or necessary to prevent fraud or harm, NOVA MAX STUDIOS Operator will provide notice to the affected participant before or promptly after taking termination or disqualification actions.
23. Grievance Officer Jurisdiction and Acknowledgement Grievance Officer Contact Grievance Officer Name [Insert name] Email [Insert email] Phone [Insert phone]
24. Governing Law and Jurisdiction This Agreement is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Chennai Tamil Nadu.
25. Postponement and Termination of the Award function , by signing this agreement, you agree that function postponement or Termination will be accepted with no cost.
26. Acknowledgement By uploading User Content or selecting I Agree, You acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this User Consent Agreement and the NOVA MAX STUDIOS Privacy Notice.