Our Agreement, Your Commitment.
Last updated: February 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the UpForge website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2. Description of Service
UpForge provides a public registry of verified Indian startups. We offer startup profiles, verification services, and sponsored visibility options. All information displayed is provided by the startups themselves and verified to the best of our ability.
3. User Responsibilities
As a user (founder or visitor), you agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information when applying or updating your profile.
- Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation.
- Not use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
- Respect the intellectual property rights of UpForge and other users.
4. Verification and Sponsorship
Verification is a manual process and does not guarantee any particular outcome or investment. Sponsored listings are clearly marked and provide enhanced visibility but do not imply endorsement by UpForge.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the UpForge website, including logos, text, graphics, and software, is the property of UpForge or its licensors and is protected by Indian and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written consent.
6. Limitation of Liability
UpForge is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the service. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information on the registry.
7. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to our services at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or the registry.
8. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Mumbai.
9. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.
10. Contact
UpForge · Independent Founder Registry
