Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 19-Sep-2024
Welcome to paircar ("we", "us", or "our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and services (collectively, the "Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Platform.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By registering an account or using the Platform, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
2. Eligibility
- Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to use the Platform.
- Compliance: You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using the Platform.
3. User Accounts
3.1 Registration
- Account Creation: Users can register via email, phone number, or social login (Google).
- Information Accuracy: You agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information during registration and to update it as necessary.
3.2 Account Security
- Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
- Unauthorized Access: Notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.
4. Services Provided
4.1 Sellers
- Listing Vehicles: Sellers can upload vehicle information and images for sale.
- Content Responsibility: Sellers are responsible for the accuracy and legality of the content they provide.
4.2 Buyers
- Browsing Listings: Buyers can view vehicle listings without registering.
- Communication: Buyers may contact sellers directly through the Platform.
5. User Conduct
You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
- Illegal Activities: Using the Platform for any unlawful purposes.
- Misrepresentation: Posting false or misleading information.
- Intellectual Property Infringement: Uploading content that violates third-party rights.
- Malware Distribution: Introducing viruses or harmful code.
- Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access restricted areas of the Platform.
6. Content Policy
6.1 User-Generated Content
- License Grant: By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content on the Platform.
- Content Removal: We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or applicable laws.
6.2 Intellectual Property Rights
- Ownership: All intellectual property rights on the Platform, excluding user-generated content, are owned by us or our licensors.
- Restrictions: You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written consent.
7. Fees and Payments
- Free Service: Currently, the Platform does not charge users for listing or purchasing vehicles.
- Changes to Fees: We reserve the right to introduce fees with prior notice to users.
8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
8.1 Disclaimers
- "As Is" Basis: The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind.
- No Endorsement: We do not endorse or guarantee any vehicles listed on the Platform.
8.2 Limitation of Liability
- Indirect Damages: We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
- Maximum Liability: Our total liability to you for any damages shall not exceed the amount of fees you have paid us, if any, in the last six months.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless paircar, its affiliates, and staff from any claims, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising out of:
- Your use or misuse of the Platform.
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your violation of any rights of another party.
10. Termination
10.1 By User
- Account Closure: You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [email protected].
10.2 By Us
- Immediate Termination: We may suspend or terminate your access without prior notice for violations of these Terms or applicable laws.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- Jurisdiction: These Terms are governed by the laws of Hong Kong.
- Dispute Resolution: Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Hong Kong.
12. Modifications to Terms
- Right to Modify: We reserve the right to change these Terms at any time.
- Notification: Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
- Acceptance of Changes: Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Hong Kong
14. Miscellaneous
- Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
- Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and paircar regarding your use of the Platform.
Disclaimer
These Terms and Conditions are provided for informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice. For legal advice specific to your situation, please consult a qualified attorney.