Terms of Use

PURPOSE OF THE WEBSITE

This website provides information concerning BQF, its institutions, programmes, services, activities, opportunities, publications and approved methods of support. Website content is provided for general information and institutional communication. Unless expressly stated, website content does not constitute a binding offer, contract, guarantee, professional opinion or commitment to provide a service.

ACCURACY AND STATUS OF INFORMATION

• Operational services
• Approved programmes under development
• Proposed initiatives
• Long-term plans
• Completed or historical activities

BQF seeks to publish accurate and current information. However, programmes, facilities, schedules, eligibility requirements, personnel, costs and services may change. The website should distinguish among: A meeting, proposal, target, expression of interest or fundraising objective must not be interpreted as a completed partnership, confirmed service or achieved result. Where website information conflicts with an authorised institutional notice or written agreement, the authorised document will prevail.

MEDICAL INFORMATION

• Establish a doctor-patient relationship
• Provide a medical diagnosis
• Confirm an appointment
• Guarantee admission or treatment
• Confirm eligibility for free or subsidised care
• Create an emergency-response service

Health-related website content is provided for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Using the website or submitting an online form does not: Do not delay seeking qualified medical assistance because of information published on this website. In a medical emergency, contact the appropriate local emergency service or proceed immediately to the nearest suitable emergency facility.

EDUCATION AND ADMISSIONS

• Regulatory approval
• Institutional capacity
• Published eligibility criteria
• Document verification
• Selection procedures
• Available places
• Applicable fees or approved financial assistance

Information about schools, colleges, courses, scholarships, internships or training programmes remains subject to: An online enquiry, registration or expression of interest does not guarantee admission, scholarship, academic credit, certification, employment or placement.

DONATIONS

• The source or purpose cannot be verified
• The proposed restriction cannot be accepted
• The donation conflicts with BQF’s mission or policies
• Legal, regulatory, ethical or reputational concerns arise
• An in-kind item is unsafe, unsuitable or not required

Donations must be made only through payment methods officially published and verified by BQF. Donors are responsible for entering correct payment and contact information. A donation is considered received only after verification by BQF or its authorised payment provider. A screenshot, payment instruction or attempted transaction does not by itself constitute confirmed receipt. BQF may decline, return or seek clarification concerning a donation where: Restricted donations will be handled according to the terms formally accepted by BQF. If an approved purpose becomes impossible, fully funded or materially altered, BQF may contact the donor concerning an appropriate alternative, reallocation or other policy-compliant arrangement.

ZAKAT AND SADAQAH

A payment will be treated as Zakat only when it is clearly identified and accepted through BQF’s approved Zakat arrangements. Not every BQF programme, beneficiary, expense or administrative cost is necessarily eligible for Zakat support. Eligibility and permitted use will be determined through BQF’s approved governance, assessment and accounting arrangements and applicable Shariah guidance.

REFUNDS

• Duplicate payment
• Incorrect amount
• Unauthorised transaction
• Demonstrable processing error
• Inability to accept an agreed restriction

Donations are generally final after confirmed receipt and allocation. A refund request may be considered in cases such as: Refund requests must be submitted promptly with sufficient transaction information. Any refund remains subject to verification, applicable law, payment-provider rules, funds not having been utilised and BQF’s approved policy. Payment-processing or banking charges may not always be refundable.

APPLICATIONS AND EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

• Verify submitted information
• Request additional documents
• Contact references
• Conduct safeguarding or background checks where appropriate
• Reject incomplete, inaccurate or unsuitable applications
• Close or amend an opportunity
• Retain records according to its policies

Submission of an employment, volunteer, internship, partnership, beneficiary or programme form does not create a right to selection, assistance, appointment or participation. BQF may: Applicants must provide accurate information and must not submit forged, misleading or unauthorised documents.

ACCEPTABLE USE

• Violate any applicable law
• Submit false, fraudulent or misleading information
• Impersonate another person or organisation
• Attempt unauthorised access to the website or its systems
• Introduce viruses, malicious code or harmful material
• Interfere with website operation or security
• Collect personal information without permission
• Use the website to harass, threaten or exploit another person
• Upload unlawful, defamatory, discriminatory or abusive content
• Misuse patient, student, child or beneficiary information
• Use BQF’s name, logo or content to solicit funds without written authorisation
• Present themselves as an agent or representative of BQF without approval

Users must not: BQF may restrict or block access where misuse or a security risk is identified.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

• The material is not misleadingly altered
• BQF is properly acknowledged
• Copyright and attribution notices remain intact
• Patient, student and beneficiary dignity is protected
• The material is not used for unauthorised fundraising, endorsement or commercial promotion

Unless otherwise stated, website text, design, graphics, photographs, videos, reports, logos and other material are owned by, licensed to or lawfully used by BQF. Users may view and download publicly available material for personal, educational or legitimate non-commercial reference, provided that:

LOGOS AND REPRESENTATION

The BQF name, logo and institutional identity may not be used in a way that suggests an unauthorised partnership, endorsement, sponsorship, fundraising campaign or representative authority. Attendance at an event, exchange of correspondence, institutional visit or preliminary discussion does not by itself authorise use of BQF’s logo.

USER-SUBMITTED MATERIAL

• The information is accurate to the best of their knowledge
• They have the authority to submit it
• It does not violate another person’s rights
• Necessary permissions have been obtained
• It does not contain malicious or unlawful material

Where users submit photographs, documents, comments, testimonials or other material, they confirm that: Submission does not automatically authorise BQF to publish sensitive personal information. Publication remains subject to consent, institutional approval and privacy safeguards.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

The website may link to independent websites, social-media platforms, banks, payment services, government bodies, educational institutions or partner organisations. A link does not necessarily constitute endorsement. BQF does not control and is not responsible for the availability, security, accuracy, content, privacy practices or terms of independent third-party services.

WEBSITE AVAILABILITY

BQF may modify, suspend, withdraw or restrict any part of the website for maintenance, security, operational or institutional reasons. BQF does not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure or free from technical errors.

DISCLAIMER

• Every item will always be complete or current
• Every service will remain available
• Every application will be approved
• Every donation objective will be achieved
• Every external link will remain active
• The website will be free from interruption or security risk

To the extent permitted by applicable law, the website and its public content are provided on an “as available” basis. BQF does not guarantee that: Nothing in these Terms excludes any responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

• Reliance on general website information instead of professional advice
• Use or inability to use the website
• Independent third-party websites or services
• Unauthorised or fraudulent websites, messages or fundraising appeals
• Technical interruptions outside BQF’s reasonable control

To the extent permitted by applicable law, BQF will not be responsible for indirect or consequential loss arising solely from: This clause does not limit liability for fraud, wilful misconduct or any liability that cannot lawfully be limited.

INDEMNITY

To the extent permitted by law, a user who unlawfully misuses the website, BQF’s identity or another person’s information may be responsible for resulting claims, losses, liabilities or reasonable costs.

PRIVACY

Use of personal information obtained through the website is governed by BQF’s Privacy Policy. Users should review the Privacy Policy before submitting personal or sensitive information.

CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

BQF may update these Terms to reflect changes in its website, programmes, institutional arrangements or applicable requirements. The revised Terms will become effective when published with an updated revision date, unless otherwise stated. Continued use of the website after publication of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of those Terms.

GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms are governed by the applicable laws of Pakistan. Subject to any mandatory legal requirement or agreed dispute-resolution process, disputes relating to the website will fall within the jurisdiction of the competent courts in Pakistan.

CONTACT US

Questions concerning these Terms may be submitted to: Bin Qutab Foundation Email: info@binqutabfoundation.org Telephone: +92 42 111 637 637 Website: www.binqutabfoundation.org Reports concerning fraudulent websites, messages, payment requests or unauthorised use of BQF’s identity should be sent promptly through the official contact details published on this website.