Welcome to the Rahmat Memorial Library. By accessing our website and using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.
1. General Access
- Public Search: The library’s online catalog is available for public searching by all visitors.
- Restricted Services: Access to physical reading requests, digital copies, and member-only areas requires a valid, active membership.
2. Membership and Registration
- Eligibility: Membership is granted upon successful registration and, where applicable, payment of membership fees.
- Account Security: Members are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials. Any activity performed under your account is your responsibility.
- Termination: The Library reserves the right to suspend or terminate memberships for any violation of these terms or misuse of library resources.
3. Usage of Materials (Non-Circulating Policy)
- No Borrowing: [Library Name] is a reference-only institution. Physical books, manuscripts, and materials cannot be removed from the library premises under any circumstances.
- On-Site Reading: Members must place a formal request via the website to view books in person. Materials must be handled with care and remained within designated reading areas.
4. Digital Requests and Copyright
- Digital Copies: Members may request a full PDF or specific page scans of select materials.
- Copyright Compliance: All digital copies provided are for personal, educational, or research purposes only. Users may not redistribute, sell, or commercially exploit any digital files provided by the library.
- Fair Use: The library reserves the right to limit the number of pages scanned to comply with international copyright laws and “Fair Use” regulations.
5. Prohibited Conduct
Users and members agree not to:
- Attempt to circumvent any security measures on the website.
- Damage or deface physical library materials.
- Provide false information during the registration process.
- Share member-only digital files with non-members.
6. Limitation of Liability
The Library provides access to materials “as is.” We do not guarantee the constant availability of every item in the catalog and are not liable for any technical issues that prevent access to the website or digital downloads.
7. Amendments
The Library reserves the right to change these Terms and Conditions at any time. Members will be notified of significant changes via the email address associated with their account.