Terms of Service

    Last Updated: January 2025

    1. Agreement to Terms

    Welcome to Hostings House. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services operated by Hostings House ("we," "us," or "our"), a registered company operating in Pakistan with services available globally.

    By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our services.

    2. Account Registration

    To use our services, you must:

    • Be at least 18 years of age or have parental consent
    • Provide accurate and complete registration information
    • Maintain the security of your account credentials
    • Promptly update any changes to your information
    • Accept full responsibility for all activities under your account
    • Provide valid CNIC/Passport information for Pakistani residents

    3. Our Services

    Hostings House provides various web hosting services including:

    Hosting Services

    • • Shared Web Hosting
    • • VPS Hosting
    • • Dedicated Servers
    • • Cloud Hosting Solutions

    Additional Services

    • • Domain Registration
    • • SSL Certificates
    • • Email Hosting
    • • Website Migration

    4. Payment & Billing

    Pakistan-Specific Payment Options

    We accept PKR payments through EasyPaisa, JazzCash, bank transfers to Pakistani banks (HBL, MCB, UBL, etc.), and online payment gateways.

    • All prices are listed in both USD and PKR
    • Pakistani customers are charged in PKR at current exchange rates
    • International customers are billed in USD
    • Payments are due on the billing date specified
    • Late payments may result in service suspension after 7 days
    • No hidden fees - all charges are transparent
    • GST/Sales tax applicable as per Pakistani law (where applicable)

    5. Refund Policy

    30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

    We offer a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee on eligible services. If you're not completely satisfied, request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

    Eligible for Refund

    ✓ Fully Refundable

    • • Shared Web Hosting (all plans)
    • • WordPress Hosting
    • • Email Hosting
    • • Website Builder plans

    ⚠ Pro-rated Refund Only

    • • Reseller Hosting (after 7 days)
    • • Cloud Hosting
    • • Managed WordPress (after 7 days)

    Non-Refundable Services

    Not Eligible for Refund

    • • Domain registrations & transfers
    • • SSL certificates (once issued)
    • • Dedicated servers
    • • VPS hosting
    • • Setup/installation fees
    • • Custom development work
    • • Migration services (once started)
    • • Add-on services
    • • Renewal payments
    • • Overdue accounts

    How to Request a Refund

    1

    Submit Request

    Contact our billing department via support ticket or email [email protected] within 30 days

    2

    Verification

    Provide your account details and reason for cancellation (optional but helps us improve)

    3

    Processing

    Refund processed within 24-48 hours after approval

    4

    Receipt

    Funds returned to original payment method within 5-10 business days

    Refund Timelines by Payment Method

    Pakistan-Specific Payment Methods

    Local Methods (3-5 days)

    • • EasyPaisa: 3-5 business days
    • • JazzCash: 3-5 business days
    • • Bank Transfer (HBL, MCB, UBL): 5-7 business days

    International Methods (5-10 days)

    • • Credit/Debit Cards: 5-10 business days
    • • PayPal: 3-5 business days
    • • Wire Transfer: 10-15 business days

    Refund Terms & Conditions

    • Refund requests must be submitted within 30 days of initial purchase
    • Account must not violate our Terms of Service or Acceptable Use Policy
    • Refunds are limited to one per customer/household
    • Promotional or discounted services may have different refund terms
    • Free domain included with hosting will be deducted from refund (PKR 4,200 value)
    • Cryptocurrency payments are non-refundable due to transaction nature
    • Accounts suspended for abuse or illegal activity are not eligible for refunds

    Special Circumstances

    Service Issues

    If you experience service issues, please contact support first. We offer service credits for downtime exceeding our 99.9% uptime guarantee.

    Billing Errors

    Accidental charges or billing errors will be refunded immediately upon verification, regardless of the 30-day period.

    Long-term Contracts

    Annual or multi-year plans are eligible for pro-rated refunds after the initial 30-day period, minus any free months received.

    Contact for Refund Requests

    Billing Department

    Business Hours

    • Monday - Saturday: 10 AM - 7 PM PKT
    • Sunday: Limited Support
    • Response Time: Within 24 hours

    Dispute Resolution

    If you're not satisfied with our refund decision, you may:

    1. Request escalation to our management team
    2. File a complaint with the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB)
    3. Dispute the charge with your payment provider (chargeback as last resort)
    4. Seek resolution through consumer courts in Lahore, Pakistan

    6. Acceptable Use Policy

    You agree not to use our services to:

    • Violate any Pakistani or international laws
    • Host or distribute malicious software
    • Engage in spamming or phishing activities
    • Host content that violates PTA regulations
    • Infringe on intellectual property rights
    • Host adult content or gambling sites (as per Pakistani law)
    • Engage in cryptocurrency mining without permission
    • Exceed allocated resource limits

    7. Data Protection & Privacy

    Your privacy is important to us. Our data handling practices comply with Pakistani data protection laws and international standards. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we collect, use, and protect your data.

    8. Service Level Agreement (SLA)

    Uptime Guarantee

    99.9% uptime for all hosting services

    Support Response

    24/7 support with 1-hour initial response

    9. Termination

    Either party may terminate services with 30 days written notice. We reserve the right to immediately suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

    Upon termination, you have 30 days to retrieve your data. After this period, we may delete all associated data.

    10. Limitation of Liability

    To the maximum extent permitted by Pakistani law, Hostings House shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use or inability to use our services.

    11. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

    These Terms are governed by the laws of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Lahore, Pakistan.

    12. Changes to Terms

    We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be notified via email at least 30 days in advance. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

    Contact Information

    Hostings House

    Legal Department

    Email: [email protected]

    Support: [email protected]

    Phone: +92 42 35174471

    WhatsApp: +92 3 111 104 222

    Address: 171 B1, Johar Town, Lahore 54000, Pakistan

    By using Hostings House services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.