Terms & Conditions

1. Use of the Website

The Colombo Litfest website is designed to allow users to:

• Register for literary festival events
• Access free and paid event registrations
• Receive tickets for events
• View festival-related content
• Access live streams and podcasts

Use of the platform must be lawful and respectful. Users must not provide false information, attempt to misuse the registration system, interfere with website functionality, or use the website for unauthorized activities.

2. Registration Requirements

Users can register for events without creating a login account. However:

• Accurate personal information must be provided
• Email verification is mandatory
• Incomplete or unverified registrations may be cancelled

Colombo Litfest reserves the right to reject or cancel registrations if inaccurate information is provided.

3. Event Types

The platform offers free events and paid events. Availability of events may change at any time. Event schedules may also be updated due to operational or logistical requirements.

4. Payments

Payments for paid events must be made through the PayHere Payment Gateway. Important conditions:

• Users must complete payment before receiving a ticket
• Payment confirmation is required for registration approval
• Payment security is managed by PayHere

Colombo Litfest is not responsible for issues caused by third-party payment providers.

5. Tickets

Event tickets will be provided through email delivery and website download. Users are responsible for:

• Providing a correct email address
• Safely storing their ticket
• Presenting the ticket when required

Tickets may include QR codes or verification details.

6. Third-Party Services

The website may contain links to external platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok. These platforms are used for live event streaming, author interviews, podcasts, and festival content. Colombo Litfest is not responsible for:

• Content hosted on third-party platforms
• Privacy practices of those services
• Technical issues on external platforms

7. User Responsibilities

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate registration information
• Respect event guidelines
• Follow instructions provided by festival organizers
• Use tickets only for personal participation

Any misuse of tickets or event access may result in cancellation.

8. Changes to Events

Colombo Litfest reserves the right to:

• Modify event schedules
• Change event speakers
• Move events online or offline
• Cancel events if necessary

Such changes may occur due to operational, safety, or unforeseen circumstances.

9. Limitation of Liability

Colombo Litfest will not be liable for:

• Technical issues during registration
• Payment gateway errors
• Third-party platform interruptions
• Email delivery delays
• User-provided incorrect information

Users participate in events at their own discretion.

10. Dispute Resolution

In the event of disputes:

• Users should first contact the Colombo Litfest administration
• Matters will be reviewed by the festival management team
• Decisions made by the festival administration will be considered final

11. Updates to Terms

Colombo Litfest reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated versions will be posted on the website. Continued use of the platform indicates acceptance of the updated terms.