
Effective Date: 29 March 2026 | Version: 3.0
This Store Policy governs the operations, standards, and conduct on the THC Store platform (operated by THC Store India Private Limited). It applies to all users ā Customers, Brand Partners, and Doctors ā and supplements the specific Terms and Conditions for each user type, the Privacy Policy, and the Return & Refund Policy.
THC Store is an Indian e-commerce marketplace specialising in health, wellness, Ayurvedic, herbal, nutraceutical, and related products. The Platform also facilitates online and in-person medical consultations between registered Doctors and Customers. THC Store operates as a marketplace facilitator under Indian e-commerce regulations ā we connect buyers with sellers and medical practitioners, but do not manufacture products or provide medical services directly.
The Platform provides the following services:
THC Store aims to be available 24/7, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Scheduled maintenance, emergency fixes, infrastructure issues, or force majeure events may cause temporary downtime. When planned maintenance is scheduled, we will enable maintenance mode with advance notice where possible.
The Platform operates in compliance with the following Indian laws and regulations:
| Legislation | Applicability |
|---|---|
| Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020 | Platform duties as e-commerce entity, product liability, unfair trade practices, consumer grievance redressal |
| Information Technology Act, 2000 and IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 | Data protection, intermediary liability, grievance officer appointment, content moderation, reasonable security practices |
| Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSAI) | Food products, dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, health supplements ā labelling, quality, and safety standards |
| Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules | Cosmetics, Ayurvedic/Siddha/Unani drugs, Schedule H/H1 prescription drugs, import and sale licensing |
| AYUSH Ministry Guidelines | Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani, Homoeopathic, and Yoga & Naturopathy product standards and practitioner regulations |
| Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 | THC Store does not permit the sale of any NDPS-controlled substance. Products containing permissible compounds must carry valid state/central licences. |
| Telemedicine Practice Guidelines (BoG-MCI / NMC) | Online doctor consultations, prescribing protocols, patient consent, record-keeping requirements |
| Legal Metrology Act, 2009 | Product packaging, labelling, net quantity declarations, MRP requirements |
| Income Tax Act, 1961 ā Sections 194O, 194J, 194H, 206C | TDS on e-commerce transactions (194O for brands), TDS on professional fees (194J for doctors), TCS on sale of goods |
| Central/State Goods and Services Tax Acts | GST compliance for all transactions ā CGST, SGST, IGST, HSN/SAC code classification, tax invoices |
| Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct) Regulations, 2002 | Doctor conduct, ethics, patient confidentiality, advertising restrictions |
Products listed on THC Store are manufactured, labelled, and supplied by independent Brand Partners. THC Store does not independently verify every product claim. Brand Partners are contractually required to hold all necessary licences and ensure compliance. If you believe a product listing violates any regulation, please report it to compliance@thcstore.in.
THC Store may request government-issued identity documents (PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Voter Card, Driving Licence, or Passport) for age verification at any time. Refusal or inability to verify age may result in account restriction or termination. Documents are stored securely and processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
The Platform hosts products across the following major categories (each with specific regulatory requirements):
All products listed on the Platform must:
Certain products on the Platform require a valid medical prescription before purchase. These are clearly labelled with a "Prescription Required" badge. To purchase such products, you must either:
Prescriptions have a validity period (typically 90 days) and are limited to the specific products listed by the issuing Doctor. Attempting to purchase prescription products without valid authorisation is a serious violation of these policies and applicable law.
Brand Partners bear full product liability for items they list and sell, including claims related to product defects, adverse effects, mislabelling, or non-compliance. THC Store, as a marketplace facilitator, does not accept direct liability for product-related issues. However, THC Store will facilitate customer grievance resolution and may take enforcement action against non-compliant brands.
Orders on THC Store follow this lifecycle:
Orders may also be Cancelled (before shipping), Return Requested (after delivery), or Refunded.
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Payment | Credit/Debit cards, UPI, Net Banking, and other methods via Razorpay (PCI-DSS compliant) |
| Cash on Delivery (COD) | Available for eligible orders up to ā¹5,000. A COD handling fee of ā¹40 (or as displayed) may apply. COD is not available for prescription-required products. |
| THC Store Wallet | Use wallet balance (from refunds, loyalty redemptions, or credit) for full or partial payment |
| Payment Links | Secure Razorpay payment links for manual orders, consultations, or follow-up payments |
All online payments are processed through Razorpay's PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant infrastructure. THC Store does not store your full card or bank details. Payment verification is performed through cryptographic webhook signature validation. Failed payment amounts are automatically refunded within 5ā7 business days.
THC Store generates the following invoice types for your records:
All invoices follow the format PREFIX/FY/SEQUENCE (e.g., INV/2526/00001) and are available for download in your account dashboard.
THC Store works with the following logistics providers:
Delivery charges are calculated based on:
Additional charges may apply:
Free shipping may be available for orders above a certain threshold, for membership holders, or during promotional periods.
Estimated delivery dates are displayed at checkout. These are estimates, not guarantees. Actual delivery may vary due to logistics capacity, weather, location, regulatory checks, or other factors. THC Store and its logistics partners will make reasonable efforts to deliver within the estimated timeframe.
If delivery fails (incorrect address, customer unavailable after multiple attempts, refusal to accept), the shipment will be returned to the Brand Partner (Return to Origin). In such cases:
Once shipped, you will receive a tracking number (AWB) via email/notification. Track your shipment through your order detail page or directly on the courier partner's website. Shipment statuses include: Pending, Created, Picked Up, In Transit, Out for Delivery, Delivered, Failed, Cancelled, Returned, RTO.
Consultation fees are set by individual Doctors and displayed at the time of booking. Fees must be paid in advance via Razorpay or may be waived/discounted using applicable coupons (including free consultation coupons). Follow-up consultations may be offered at a discounted rate (typically 50% of the original fee).
Pending ā Confirmed ā Paid ā In Progress ā Completed. Appointments may also be Cancelled (with applicable refund policy) or Rescheduled.
Prescriptions issued through the Platform are digital, linked to your account, and specify eligible products, dosage instructions, and validity period. Prescriptions comply with the Telemedicine Practice Guidelines and applicable pharmaceutical regulations. Only verified Doctors can issue prescriptions.
Doctors may issue medical certificates (sick leave, fitness, medical, vaccination, and other types) through the Platform. Each certificate carries a unique verification code for authenticity. Medical certificates are legal documents ā any falsification by the issuing Doctor is grounds for immediate removal.
Consultations may be recorded with explicit patient consent for quality assurance and dispute resolution. Consent is logged with timestamp and IP address. Recordings are stored securely and retained as per the Privacy Policy.
| Tier | Key Benefits |
|---|---|
| Silver | Base discount on products, standard support |
| Gold | Higher discount, free shipping on eligible orders, early access to new products |
| Diamond | Highest discount, free shipping, early access, priority support, enhanced coupon stacking |
You may subscribe to receive products on a recurring basis (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or bi-monthly). Subscriptions auto-renew and charge your selected payment method on each cycle. You may pause, modify, or cancel a subscription at any time before the next billing date. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing cycle. Already-shipped subscription orders follow the standard return policy.
| Tier | Lifetime Points Required | Earning Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 0 | 1.00Ć |
| Silver | 1,000 | 1.25Ć |
| Gold | 5,000 | 1.50Ć |
| Platinum | 15,000 | 2.00Ć |
Points may be redeemed for wallet credits at the conversion rate displayed in your account. There is a 24-hour cooldown between redemptions. Points cannot be transferred between accounts or exchanged for cash.
Loyalty points expire 365 days after being earned. You will receive a warning notification 7 days before points are due to expire. Expired points cannot be reinstated.
You may earn badges for milestones (tier upgrades, purchase streaks, daily check-in streaks, spin wheel wins). Badges are displayed on your profile and carry no monetary value.
Customers may ask questions about products. Questions and answers are moderated. Helpful/unhelpful voting is available to surface the most useful responses.
By submitting any content (reviews, questions, images), you grant THC Store a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide licence to display, reproduce, and distribute the content on the Platform and in marketing materials.
Your THC Store wallet holds legacy credits only. It is no longer a refund destination: refunds go back to the original payment method, and Cash on Delivery orders are refunded by bank transfer to the account details you provide. Wallet balance can be used for full or partial payment on any order. Wallet balances are non-transferable and non-withdrawable as cash.
Brand Partners' wallets track total commission earned, total withdrawn, pending withdrawal amounts, and TCS deductions. Available balance = Total Commission ā Total Withdrawn ā Pending Withdrawals ā TCS Deducted.
Doctor wallets track consultation earnings (net of platform commission), withdrawals, and pending amounts. Withdrawals are subject to TDS deduction under Section 194J.
All product prices on the Platform are inclusive of applicable GST (CGST + SGST for intra-state, IGST for inter-state transactions). Tax invoices include HSN/SAC codes, tax rate breakdowns, and GSTIN details. Brand Partners and Doctors are responsible for their own GST filing obligations.
THC Store collects TCS at 1% on the sale consideration under Section 206C(1H) from Brand Partners. TCS amounts are reflected in settlement statements.
By using the Platform, you consent to receiving transactional communications including:
Transactional communications are essential to the service and cannot be opted out of while your account is active.
Promotional communications (sale announcements, new product launches, special offers, newsletters) are sent only with your consent. You may opt out at any time via:
The following activities are strictly prohibited on the Platform. Violation may result in immediate account termination, forfeiture of all balances and points, and reporting to law enforcement:
All content on the Platform ā including but not limited to the THC Store name, logo, website design, page layouts, software code, databases, text, graphics, icons, photographs, UI/UX elements, and the compilation of all data ā is the intellectual property of THC Store India Private Limited or its licensors. All rights reserved.
You may not, without prior written permission:
The Platform integrates with third-party services that operate under their own terms and policies:
| Service | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Razorpay | Payment processing (cards, UPI, net banking, payment links, webhooks) |
| Shiprocket | Logistics ā order creation, shipment tracking, AWB generation, pickup scheduling |
| Delhivery | Alternative logistics partner ā waybill tracking, delivery services |
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Secure file storage (product images, prescriptions, documents, invoices) |
| Authentication (Google Sign-In), Search Console (SEO monitoring) |
THC Store is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, security, or privacy practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review their respective terms and privacy policies.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Indian law:
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless THC Store India Private Limited, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against all claims, damages, losses, costs, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:
THC Store shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:
In accordance with the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020 and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines) Rules, 2021, THC Store has appointed a Grievance Officer:
The Grievance Officer will acknowledge your complaint within 24 hours and endeavour to resolve it within 30 days of receipt.
If you are not satisfied with the resolution, you may escalate the matter to the National Consumer Helpline (1800-11-4000) or the Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum / Commission as applicable under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
If any provision of this Store Policy is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent.
This Store Policy, together with the specific Terms and Conditions for your user type (Customer, Brand, or Doctor), the Privacy Policy, and the Return & Refund Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and THC Store regarding your use of the Platform. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreements, representations, or understandings regarding the subject matter.
THC Store reserves the right to amend this Store Policy at any time. When material changes are made:
Minor editorial corrections (typos, formatting) may be made without requiring re-acceptance.
This Store Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India.
Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Policy shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation between the parties. If the dispute is not resolved within 30 days of the initial written notice, either party may refer the dispute to binding arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The arbitration shall be conducted by a sole arbitrator mutually appointed. The seat of arbitration shall be New Delhi, India. The language of arbitration shall be English.
Subject to the arbitration clause above, the courts of New Delhi, India shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any matter not subject to arbitration.
| Purpose | Contact |
|---|---|
| General Support | support@thcstore.in |
| Legal Inquiries | legal@thcstore.in |
| Privacy & Data Protection | privacy@thcstore.in |
| Regulatory Compliance | compliance@thcstore.in |
| Grievance Officer | grievance@thcstore.in |
| Brand Partner Support | brands@thcstore.in |
| Doctor Panel Support | doctors@thcstore.in |
| Registered Address | THC Store India Private Limited, New Delhi, India |
Last updated: 29 March 2026