Disclaimer
This disclaimer outlines the limitations, responsibilities, and legal notices associated with the use of the UX4G Design System. Please read this carefully before using the design system in your projects.
General Disclaimer
Important notices about using the UX4G Design System 3.0
Important Notice
The UX4G Design System is provided by the Government of India as an open-source resource to facilitate the development of consistent and accessible digital services. While we strive to ensure the quality and reliability of the design system, it is provided "as-is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
Purpose of the Design System
UX4G is designed to help government departments and service providers create consistent, accessible, and user-friendly digital services. It is a tool to support development, not a guarantee of compliance or success.
User Responsibility
Users of the UX4G Design System are solely responsible for ensuring that their implementations meet all applicable laws, regulations, accessibility standards, and security requirements.
Not Legal or Technical Advice
The content, guidelines, and recommendations in the UX4G Design System do not constitute legal, technical, or professional advice. Consult appropriate experts for specific guidance.
Continuous Evolution
The design system is continuously evolving. Components, patterns, and guidelines may change over time. Users should stay informed about updates and changes that may affect their implementations.
No Warranty
Disclaimer of warranties for the design system
Disclaimer of Warranties
The UX4G Design System is provided without warranties of any kind
No Express Warranties
The Government of India makes no express warranties, representations, or guarantees regarding the UX4G Design System, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
No Implied Warranties
All implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement, are hereby disclaimed to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
No Guarantee of Accuracy
We do not warrant that the design system, its components, documentation, or any information provided is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.
No Guarantee of Availability
We do not warrant that the UX4G Design System, its website, documentation, or related services will be uninterrupted, secure, or free from errors, bugs, or viruses.
No Guarantee of Results
We do not warrant that use of the UX4G Design System will result in any particular outcome, including compliance with accessibility standards, security requirements, or user satisfaction.
What This Means for You
You accept all risks associated with using the UX4G Design System. You are responsible for:
- Testing components and patterns in your specific environment
- Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Validating accessibility and security of your implementations
- Maintaining and updating your use of the design system
Limitation of Liability
Limits on liability for use of the design system
Liability Disclaimer
The Government of India shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of the UX4G Design System
Exclusion of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the Government of India, its departments, agencies, officers, employees, or contractors be liable for any:
- • Direct damages
- • Indirect damages
- • Incidental damages
- • Consequential damages
- • Special damages
- • Punitive damages
- • Loss of profits or revenue
- • Loss of data or information
This limitation applies regardless of the theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, or otherwise), even if the Government of India has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Not Liable For
- • Errors or inaccuracies in the design system
- • Service interruptions or downtime
- • Security breaches or data loss
- • Compatibility issues with your systems
- • Third-party content or services
- • Consequences of your implementation choices
- • Non-compliance with regulations
- • Accessibility failures in your implementations
Your Responsibility
- • Assess suitability for your needs
- • Test thoroughly before deployment
- • Ensure regulatory compliance
- • Validate accessibility standards
- • Implement security measures
- • Maintain backup and recovery procedures
- • Monitor and update implementations
- • Obtain professional advice when needed
Accuracy of Information
Disclaimer regarding content accuracy and completeness
Information Accuracy Disclaimer
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, documentation, and guidelines, we make no representations or warranties about:
Documentation & Guidelines
- • Completeness of documentation
- • Accuracy of code examples
- • Currency of best practices
- • Applicability to all scenarios
Technical Information
- • Browser compatibility data
- • Performance metrics
- • Accessibility claims
- • Security assessments
Information May Change
The information, components, patterns, and guidelines in the UX4G Design System may be updated, modified, or removed at any time without prior notice. We recommend regularly checking for updates and changes that may affect your implementations.
Verification Required
You are responsible for verifying the accuracy, completeness, and suitability of any information, components, or patterns from the UX4G Design System before using them in production environments.
Always test thoroughly and validate against your specific requirements, regulations, and standards.
External Links Disclaimer
Disclaimer for third-party websites and resources
Third-Party Links and Resources
The UX4G Design System may contain links to external websites, third-party resources, or references to external tools and services
No Endorsement
Links to external websites or references to third-party products, services, or resources do not constitute an endorsement by the Government of India. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of external sites.
No Control
We have no control over the content, privacy policies, terms of use, or practices of third-party websites. Visiting external links is at your own risk.
Changes to External Sites
External websites may change or be discontinued without notice. We are not responsible for maintaining the accuracy of external links or for the consequences of broken or outdated links.
User Responsibility
You are responsible for reviewing the terms of use, privacy policies, and other applicable policies of any third-party websites you visit through links from the UX4G Design System.
Common External Links
- GitHub repositories
- NPM packages
- Documentation sites
- Third-party tools
- Reference materials
Security Warning
Exercise caution when clicking external links:
- • Verify the legitimacy of the site
- • Check for secure (HTTPS) connections
- • Review privacy and security policies
- • Use caution with downloads
- • Report suspicious links
Technical Disclaimer
Technical limitations and requirements
Technical Considerations
The UX4G Design System has technical requirements and limitations that users should be aware of:
Browser Compatibility
While we test across modern browsers, we cannot guarantee compatibility with all browsers, versions, or configurations. Users should test in their target environments.
Framework Compatibility
Components are designed for specific frameworks (React, Angular, etc.). Compatibility with custom frameworks or modified versions is not guaranteed.
Dependencies
The design system relies on third-party dependencies which may have their own requirements, limitations, and potential issues.
Performance
Performance may vary based on implementation, environment, data volume, and user devices. Optimize and test for your specific use case.
Breaking Changes
Major version updates may include breaking changes. Review release notes and test thoroughly before upgrading production systems.
Customization Risks
Heavy customization or modification of components may lead to unexpected behavior, compatibility issues, or maintenance challenges.
Testing Requirement
You must thoroughly test all implementations in your specific environment before deploying to production. This includes testing for functionality, performance, accessibility, security, and compatibility with your infrastructure and user base.
Accessibility Disclaimer
Accessibility compliance and responsibilities
Accessibility Commitment & Disclaimer
We are committed to making the UX4G Design System accessible and compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. However, accessibility is a shared responsibility between the design system and its implementers.
Our Commitment
- Components designed for WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
- Accessibility guidelines and best practices provided
- Regular accessibility testing and improvements
- Support for accessibility issues in core components
Your Responsibility
- Test accessibility in your specific implementation
- Ensure proper use of ARIA attributes and semantic HTML
- Validate content accessibility (images, videos, documents)
- Conduct user testing with assistive technologies
Important Notice
While our components are designed with accessibility in mind, we cannot guarantee that your final implementation will be fully accessible. Accessibility depends on proper implementation, content quality, and context-specific considerations. You are responsible for ensuring your application meets all applicable accessibility requirements and regulations.
Security Disclaimer
Security considerations and responsibilities
Security Responsibility
Security is a shared responsibility. While we follow security best practices in developing the UX4G Design System, you are ultimately responsible for the security of your implementations and applications.
What We Do
- • Follow secure coding practices
- • Address reported vulnerabilities promptly
- • Provide security guidelines and recommendations
- • Use trusted dependencies
- • Regular security reviews
- • Vulnerability disclosure process
What You Must Do
- • Keep components and dependencies updated
- • Implement proper authentication and authorization
- • Validate and sanitize all user inputs
- • Follow security best practices for your stack
- • Conduct security audits and penetration testing
- • Monitor for security vulnerabilities
Security Limitations
- • No guarantee of zero vulnerabilities
- • Security depends on proper implementation and configuration
- • Third-party dependencies may have their own vulnerabilities
- • Responsibility for data protection and privacy compliance rests with you
- • No liability for security breaches in your implementations
Government Endorsement
Disclaimer about government endorsement and affiliation
No Implied Endorsement
Use of the UX4G Design System does not imply endorsement, approval, or affiliation with the Government of India unless explicitly stated in writing.
Cannot Claim:
- • Official government endorsement
- • Government approval or certification
- • Partnership with government entities
- • Government affiliation or sponsorship
May State:
- • "Built with UX4G Design System"
- • "Uses UX4G components"
- • "Compatible with UX4G standards"
- • Proper attribution as required
Commercial and Third-Party Use
Commercial entities, vendors, and service providers using the UX4G Design System may not:
- • Claim their products or services are government-approved
- • Use government symbols or emblems without authorization
- • Imply official government partnership or endorsement
- • Mislead users about government affiliation
Modifications to Disclaimer
Changes to this disclaimer
Right to Modify
The Government of India reserves the right to modify, update, or change this disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the UX4G Design System website.
Your Responsibility to Review
It is your responsibility to review this disclaimer periodically. Continued use of the UX4G Design System after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified disclaimer.
Previous Version: January 1, 2024
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
Legal jurisdiction and applicable laws
Applicable Law
This disclaimer and your use of the UX4G Design System shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from the use of the UX4G Design System shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in New Delhi, India.
Applicable Laws
- • Information Technology Act, 2000
- • Copyright Act, 1957
- • Contract Act, 1872
- • Other applicable Indian laws
Questions About This Disclaimer
Contact information for disclaimer-related queries
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