Terms

Terms of Engagement.

These terms govern the use of this website and the basis on which Alpha Intel accepts instructions. Individual engagements are additionally governed by a written mandate agreed with the client.

Last updated — September 2026

1. Use of this website

The content of this website is provided for general information. It does not constitute legal, financial or investigative advice, and it does not create a client relationship.

Material on this site may not be reproduced or republished without written permission.

2. Acceptance of instructions

Alpha Intel accepts instructions at its discretion. Every prospective engagement is assessed for lawfulness, proportionality and conflict of interest before it is accepted.

We decline any mandate that requires unlawful methods, that appears intended to harass or intimidate, or where the purpose stated cannot be reconciled with the enquiry requested.

3. Scope and mandate

Each engagement is defined in writing: the question to be answered, what is in scope, what is excluded, the jurisdictions involved and the form of the deliverable. Work outside that scope requires a further written instruction.

4. Method and lawful boundaries

Engagements rely on public records, documentary confirmation, institutional verification and lawful discreet enquiry.

  • No unauthorised access to devices, accounts, email or systems.
  • No interception of calls or messages.
  • No impersonation of officials, employers or institutions.
  • No approach to the subject or their family without the client's instruction.
  • No material obtained outside lawful and documented means.

5. Reporting

Reports separate verified fact from unconfirmed indication, cite the basis for each material finding, and state the limits of the enquiry. Where something could not be established, we say so rather than infer.

A report is prepared for a named recipient and a single stated purpose.

6. Client obligations

The client confirms that it has a legitimate interest in the enquiry, that information provided to us is accurate and lawfully held, and that findings will be used only for the purpose stated in the mandate.

7. Fees

Fees depend on scope, complexity, jurisdictions, research depth and field requirements. An indicative fee is confirmed after a confidential consultation and before work begins. Any material change in scope is quoted before it is undertaken.

8. Confidentiality

The existence of an engagement, the identity of the client and the content of any report are treated as confidential. Client matters are never published, excerpted or referenced without explicit written authorisation.

9. Limitation

Findings reflect information available and verifiable at the time of the enquiry. Alpha Intel does not guarantee that all relevant information exists in accessible record, and does not accept liability for decisions taken by the client on the basis of a report.

10. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of India, and the courts of India have jurisdiction over any dispute arising from them.