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Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: · HalwaiSetu

By using HalwaiSetu, you agree to these terms under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, and the other applicable Indian laws referenced below.

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  1. 1. Platform Nature
  2. 2. Booking Rules
  3. 3. Payment Structure
  4. 4. Platform Commission
  5. 5. Vendor Unavailability
  6. 6. Customer & Vendor Communication
  7. 7. Account Suspension
  8. 8. Refund Policy
  9. 9. Cancellation Policy
  10. 10. Vendor Agreement
  11. 11. Customer Agreement
  12. 12. Food Hygiene Policy
  13. 13. Emergency Plate Increase
  14. 14. Offline Deal Restriction
  15. 15. Data Protection
  16. 16. Offline Office Booking
  17. 17. Urgent Booking Policy
  18. 18. Force Majeure
  19. 19. Food Allergy Disclaimer
  20. 20. Photo & Media Usage
  21. 21. Review & Rating Policy
  22. 22. Delivery Delay Policy
  23. 23. Pricing Variation
  24. 24. Intellectual Property
  25. 25. Fraud Verification
  26. 26. Non-Guarantee Clause
  27. 27. Jurisdiction
  28. 28. Company Information
  29. 29. Vendor Responsibility
  30. 30. Platform Suspension Rights
  31. 31. Event Time Extension
  32. 32. Customer Conduct
  33. 33. Damage Liability
  34. 34. Service Area
  35. 35. Modification Policy
  36. 36. Communication Consent
  37. 37. Policy Updates
  38. 38. Peak Season Pricing
  39. 39. Minimum Order Policy
  40. 40. Outside Food Restriction
  41. 41. Alcohol & Illegal Activity
  42. 42. Staff Safety
  43. 43. Equipment Return
  44. 44. Surprise Cost Prevention
  45. 45. Weather Arrangement

1. Platform Nature

HalwaiSetu is a managed catering marketplace platform. The company connects customers and halwais/vendors, manages bookings, and coordinates services.

2. Booking Rules

Customers must provide accurate information, make advance payments, and cooperate during the event. Fake bookings are strictly prohibited.

3. Payment Structure

Booking payments shall be made as follows:

4. Platform Commission

HalwaiSetu charges a 2% platform commission on successful bookings.

5. Vendor Unavailability

If a confirmed halwai/vendor becomes unavailable, the company will attempt to arrange a replacement vendor.

6. Customer & Vendor Communication Policy

Direct personal chat between customer and halwai/vendor may not be allowed. Official communication shall take place through company agents, office support, or official calling systems.

7. Account Suspension

The company may suspend accounts in cases of fraud, fake reviews, payment manipulation, policy violations, or repeated cancellations.

8. Refund Policy

Cancellation Time Before EventRefund
15+ Days80%
7–14 Days50%
Less than 7 DaysNo Refund

Vendor Cancellation

If the vendor cancels, the company may provide a replacement vendor, or issue a full refund.

Refund Processing Time

Refunds may take 5–10 working days.

9. Cancellation Policy

Customer Cancellation

Customers may cancel bookings through the app, the office, or customer support.

Vendor Cancellation

Repeated cancellations by a vendor may result in a warning, temporary suspension, or permanent ban.

10. Vendor Agreement

Vendor Responsibilities

Vendors must maintain cleanliness, arrive on time, provide accurate pricing, and deliver quality food.

FSSAI Compliance

Where applicable, vendors must comply with the Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006.

Restricted Activities

Vendors may not deal directly with customers outside the platform, bypass the platform, upload fake photos, or use misleading pricing.

11. Customer Agreement

Customers agree that they will not misuse the platform, misbehave with staff/vendors, or engage in direct offline deals.

12. Food Hygiene Policy

All vendors must use fresh ingredients, cook in hygienic conditions, and follow food safety standards. Accounts may be suspended for hygiene complaints.

13. Emergency Plate Increase Policy

Customers may increase plates in emergencies, subject to a minimum of 50 plates and a maximum of 200 plates. Existing rates apply up to 200 plates; additional charges may apply beyond 200 plates, subject to availability and raw materials.

14. Offline Deal Restriction Policy

Customers and vendors may not use platform leads for direct offline deals. Violation may result in a permanent ban, legal action, or recovery charges.

15. Data Protection Policy

HalwaiSetu follows the IT Act 2000 and the DPDP Act 2023. We use encrypted systems, access controls, and authentication layers. However, 100% internet security cannot be guaranteed.

16. Offline Office Booking Policy

Customers may also book through the company office. Personal details are mandatory, advance payment is required, and a booking is considered confirmed only after payment.

17. Urgent Booking Policy

17.1 What Qualifies as an Urgent Booking

Bookings made less than 72 hours before the event, same-day bookings, and late-night emergency bookings are considered urgent bookings.

17.2 Availability-Based Service

Urgent bookings depend on vendor, staff, and raw material availability. The company is not obligated to confirm every urgent booking.

17.3 Extra Charges

Booking TimeExtra Charge
48–72 Hours Before5%
24–48 Hours Before10%
Same Day Booking15%–25%

17.4 Advance Payment Rule

For urgent bookings, a minimum 70% advance payment is mandatory. In some cases, 100% advance payment may be required.

17.5 Menu & Service Limitations

In emergency situations, limited menu options and limited staff availability may apply, and decoration or serving delays may occur.

17.6 Cancellation Rule

Once an urgent booking is confirmed, the advance payment is non-refundable.

17.7 Company Liability

If, due to limited time, materials or staff are unavailable, or travel/weather issues occur, the company may delay or modify services.

18. Force Majeure Policy

The company may delay or modify services due to heavy rain, flood, riots, government restrictions, internet/server issues, electricity failure, road blockage, or natural disasters. In such cases, the company shall not be fully liable.

19. Food Allergy Disclaimer

Customers must inform the company in advance regarding food allergies, health issues, or special dietary requirements. Failure to provide such information releases the company from related liability.

20. Photo & Media Usage Policy

The company may use event food, decoration, and service photos for marketing and social media promotions. Customers who do not wish their photos to be used must provide prior written notice.

21. Review & Rating Policy

Customers may only post reviews based on genuine experiences and accurate information. Fake reviews, abuse, threats, and false allegations are prohibited. Violating reviews may be removed.

22. Delivery Delay Policy

Reasonable delays may occur due to traffic, weather conditions, road issues, sudden increase in plates, or local restrictions.

23. Pricing Variation Policy

Prices may change due to increased raw material costs such as ghee, milk, vegetables, gas, and sweets ingredients. Rates may be updated for urgent or future bookings.

24. Intellectual Property Policy

The HalwaiSetu logo, brand name, app design, website content, and images are the property of HalwaiSetu. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this content without prior written permission is strictly prohibited.

25. Fraud Verification Policy

The company may conduct OTP verification, ID verification, or address verification. Suspicious bookings may be placed on hold.

26. Non-Guarantee Clause

The company does not guarantee exact taste, identical decoration, or the same staff at every event. However, best efforts will always be made.

27. Jurisdiction Policy

All legal disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

28. Company Information

Platform Name: HalwaiSetu

Operated By: Ravi Meena

Business Address: Maheshpura, Kotkhawada, Jaipur, Rajasthan – 303908, India

Contact Number: 9166126682

Business Status: HalwaiSetu is currently an independently operated digital catering marketplace platform.

29. Vendor Responsibility Policy

HalwaiSetu acts as a digital marketplace platform connecting customers and service providers. Certain services may be provided by third-party vendors. The company shall have limited liability for vendor-related delays, mistakes, or personal misconduct.

30. Platform Suspension Rights

The company may suspend, block, or permanently remove any account involved in fake bookings, fraud, abuse, payment scams, or staff misbehavior.

31. Event Time Extension Policy

If an event exceeds the agreed duration, staff charges, service charges, and overtime charges may apply additionally.

32. Customer Conduct Policy

If customers or guests engage in staff abuse, violence, illegal activity, or harassment, the company may immediately stop services.

33. Damage Liability Policy

If customers or guests damage utensils, catering equipment, decoration items, or serving materials, additional charges may apply.

34. Service Area Policy

HalwaiSetu currently operates in limited service areas. Additional transportation charges may apply for remote locations.

35. Modification Policy

Major changes in confirmed bookings such as date changes, menu changes, or guest count increases shall depend on availability and may incur additional charges.

36. Communication Consent

By making a booking, customers consent to receiving SMS, WhatsApp messages, calls, and email notifications from HalwaiSetu.

37. Policy Update Rights

The company may update, modify, or replace these policies at any time. Updated policies become effective once published on the app or website.

38. Festival & Peak Season Pricing

Pricing may vary during Diwali, wedding seasons, New Year, Holi, and other high-demand event dates.

39. Minimum Order Policy

Certain services or locations may require a minimum order amount or minimum plate quantity.

40. Outside Food Restriction

External food/items may not be allowed in events where full catering packages are provided.

41. Alcohol & Illegal Activity Restriction

The platform shall not provide services for illegal activities, drug-related activities, or unlawful events.

42. Staff Safety Policy

If an event location is found unsafe, the company may suspend or stop services.

43. Equipment Return Policy

Gas stoves, utensils, serving counters, and other company equipment must be returned after the event. Charges may apply for damage, missing items, or misuse.

44. Surprise Cost Prevention Clause

Additional charges may apply for last-minute guest increases, menu expansion, or extra work requests.

45. Weather Arrangement Responsibility

For open/outdoor events, customers may be responsible for arranging tent facilities, rain protection, and electricity backup, unless included in the package.

Contact Us

Mobile: 9166126682

Address: Maheshpura, Kotkhawada, Jaipur, Rajasthan – 303908, India

Email: support@halwaisetu.in