Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Diocese of Cochin website (dioceseofcochin.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website. The Diocese of Cochin is a non-profit religious organisation under the Catholic Church, established in 1557 AD, and this website serves as an informational and pastoral resource for our faithful community.

2. Purpose of the Website

This website is maintained by the Diocese of Cochin for the following purposes:

• To share news, events, and announcements related to the Diocese and its parishes.
• To provide information about diocesan services, pastoral programmes, institutions, and organisations.
• To facilitate communication between the faithful, clergy, and the diocesan administration.
• To promote the spiritual, educational, and charitable mission of the Diocese.
• To publish liturgical resources, daily readings, and faith formation materials.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, images, graphics, logos, audio, video, and other materials — is the property of the Diocese of Cochin or its content providers and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may view, download, and print content from this website for personal, non-commercial, and pastoral use only. Any reproduction, distribution, or modification of content for commercial purposes without prior written consent from the Diocese is strictly prohibited.

4. User Conduct

When using our website, you agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful or unauthorised purpose.
• Post, transmit, or distribute any content that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, or contrary to Catholic teaching and values.
• Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the website, including through hacking, malware, or other disruptive activities.
• Impersonate any person, entity, or representative of the Diocese.
• Collect or harvest personal information of other users without their consent.
• Use the website to promote commercial products or services without authorisation.

5. Religious & Liturgical Content

The religious content, liturgical texts, daily readings, and spiritual resources published on this website are provided for informational and devotional purposes. While we strive to ensure accuracy, these materials are not a substitute for the official teachings and directives of the Catholic Church. For authoritative guidance on matters of faith and morals, please consult your parish priest or the diocesan authorities.

6. Third-Party Links & External Resources

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, affiliated Catholic organisations, and external resources. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes. The Diocese of Cochin does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party websites. Access to such sites is at your own risk.

7. Push Notifications

Our website offers optional push notifications to keep you informed about diocesan news, events, and announcements. By subscribing to push notifications, you consent to receiving messages from us. You may unsubscribe at any time through your browser or device settings. We will not use push notifications for commercial advertising or spam.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Diocese of Cochin makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or availability of the website or its content. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

9. Limitation of Liability

The Diocese of Cochin shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to or use of this website, including but not limited to damages for loss of data, loss of goodwill, or any other intangible losses. This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory upon which such damages are claimed.

10. Donations & Financial Contributions

If our website facilitates online donations or financial contributions, all such transactions are voluntary. The Diocese of Cochin, as a non-profit religious organisation, uses all donations exclusively for the pastoral, charitable, educational, and administrative activities of the Diocese. Donation receipts, where applicable, will be provided in accordance with applicable tax laws.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India and, where applicable, the Canon Law of the Catholic Church. Any disputes arising out of or related to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Ernakulam, Kerala, India.

12. Modifications to These Terms

The Diocese of Cochin reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us: