1. Definitions
- "Brickfolio" / "Company" means Brickfolio Private Limited, a real estate consulting firm registered under Indian law.
- "Bricko" means the WhatsApp-based automated chatbot assistant operated by Brickfolio Private Limited.
- "Service" means all features and functionality provided through Bricko via the WhatsApp Business API, including conversational responses, WhatsApp Flow forms, and template messaging.
- "WhatsApp Flow" / "Flow Form" means the interactive, in-chat form feature provided by Meta Platforms, Inc., used within Bricko for appointment booking.
- "User" / "You" means any individual who interacts with Bricko on WhatsApp.
- "Meta" means Meta Platforms, Inc., the operator of WhatsApp.
- "MAHARERA" means the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.
2. MAHARERA Disclaimer & Non-Inducement
Brickfolio Private Limited is a registered real estate consultancy with RERA Agent Number A52100018143. We are committed to full compliance with the MAHARERA Act and the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.
As per MAHARERA policy, we explicitly state that:
- Bricko does not directly induce, coerce, or pressure users to make any property purchase decisions. Our role is purely consultative.
- All property-related information shared through Bricko is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a sale offer, booking, or commitment.
- We do not deal with rental or for-sale property transactions, holiday homes, show homes, or vacant apartments through Bricko.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By messaging Bricko, completing a WhatsApp Flow form, or opting in to receive Bricko communications, you confirm that:
- You have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
- You are using WhatsApp in compliance with WhatsApp's Terms of Service.
- You are located in a jurisdiction where use of the Service is lawful.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease using Bricko.
4. The Bricko Service
Bricko is an AI-powered conversational assistant delivered via WhatsApp, operated by Brickfolio Private Limited. The Service allows you to:
- Ask questions about real estate properties, pricing, locations, amenities, and related topics.
- Receive informational guidance about properties associated with Brickfolio's consulting services.
- Book appointments for property site visits through our WhatsApp Flow form.
- Receive proactive updates about properties or services through approved WhatsApp template messages.
Brickfolio reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time, with or without notice.
5. WhatsApp Flow Forms — Appointment Booking
5.1 Data Collected
The only data collected through our WhatsApp Flow form is your preferred appointment date and preferred appointment time. No other personal information is requested or collected through this form.
5.2 Consent
By completing and submitting a WhatsApp Flow form, you expressly consent to:
- Brickfolio receiving your selected appointment date and time.
- A member of the Brickfolio team contacting you via WhatsApp to confirm your site visit appointment.
5.3 Accuracy
You are responsible for ensuring that the appointment date and time you select are accurate and reflect your genuine intent. Brickfolio is not liable for missed appointments arising from incorrect form submissions.
5.4 Meta's Role
WhatsApp Flow forms are a feature provided by Meta Platforms, Inc. The technical delivery and rendering of Flow forms is subject to Meta's infrastructure, terms, and policies. Brickfolio is not responsible for technical failures within Meta's platform.
6. WhatsApp Template Messages
Bricko may send you outbound messages using Meta-approved WhatsApp Business Message Templates.
By engaging with Bricko, you acknowledge that you may receive template messages for appointment updates, property information, or re-engagement. All such messages are pre-approved by Meta and comply with WhatsApp Business Policy.
7. User Conduct
When using Bricko, you agree NOT to:
- Use the Service for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose.
- Send spam, abusive, threatening, or offensive messages to Bricko.
- Attempt to reverse-engineer, scrape, or exploit the Bricko system or its underlying technology.
- Impersonate any person or entity, or provide false information in communications or form submissions.
- Use the Service to transmit malware, phishing content, or harmful code.
- Interfere with or disrupt the integrity of the Service or its connected infrastructure.
Violation of these rules may result in immediate termination of your access to Bricko and may be reported to relevant authorities.
8. Appointments
Site visit appointments booked through Bricko are subject to the following:
- Confirmation: An appointment is not confirmed until you receive an explicit confirmation message from Bricko or a Brickfolio representative via WhatsApp.
- No-shows: Brickfolio may limit future appointment availability for users with repeated no-shows without prior notice.
9. Data & Privacy
Your use of Bricko is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By accepting these Terms, you also accept our Privacy Policy.
This Policy forms part and parcel of the Terms of Use. Capitalised terms which have been used here but are undefined shall have the same meaning as attributed to them in the Privacy Policy. This Policy is effective from the date and time a user first interacts with Bricko and accepts these Terms.
10. Accuracy & Confidentiality of Account Information
You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of any information you provide through Bricko, including appointment selections made through WhatsApp Flow forms. Brickfolio is not responsible for any consequence arising from incorrect information provided by a user.
While Bricko does not manage user accounts in the traditional sense, any contact information or preferences you share in conversation should be kept accurate. You should notify us immediately if you believe any of your information has been compromised.
11. Intellectual Property
All content, branding, logos, and materials associated with Bricko and Brickfolio — including but not limited to the Bricko name, chatbot responses, and website content — are the exclusive intellectual property of Brickfolio Private Limited and are protected by applicable Indian copyright and trademark laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any Brickfolio or Bricko intellectual property without prior written permission.
12. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Bricko Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Brickfolio makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:
- The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information provided by Bricko.
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Service.
- The fitness of the Service for any particular purpose.
- The availability or suitability of any property discussed through the Service.
Bricko's responses are generated by automated AI systems and may occasionally be inaccurate. Users should independently verify all important information before making real estate decisions.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Brickfolio shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Financial losses or missed opportunities arising from reliance on Bricko's responses.
- Property-related decisions made based on information provided by Bricko without independent verification.
- Any disruptions to the Service caused by Meta's WhatsApp platform infrastructure.
Brickfolio's total aggregate liability to you shall not exceed INR 0 (the Service is provided free of charge to users).
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Brickfolio Private Limited, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your use of Bricko in violation of these Terms.
- Your violation of any applicable law or third-party rights.
- Any false or misleading information you provide through the Service or Flow forms.
15. Termination
Brickfolio reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to Bricko at any time without prior notice, for reasons including but not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms or our Privacy Policy.
- Abusive, spam-like, or harmful use of the Service.
- A request or requirement from Meta or any regulatory authority, including MAHARERA.
You may discontinue use of Bricko at any time by ceasing to send messages and blocking the Bricko number. Upon termination, your data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
16. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes shall be submitted to the courts of competent jurisdiction in Maharashtra, India.
17. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to change these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon notice.
18. Contact & Grievance Redressal
Any complaints, concerns, or questions regarding these Terms, the Bricko Service, or our MAHARERA compliance should be communicated to us immediately:
- Company: Brickfolio Private Limited
- Email: contact@brickfolio.in
- RERA Agent No.: A52100018143
We aim to respond to all enquiries within 7 business days.
Thank you for choosing Brickfolio Private
Limited as your real estate consultant. We are dedicated to helping you navigate the real estate market
effectively and responsibly.
— The Brickfolio Pvt. Ltd. Team