Terms and Conditions for nzbuysellexchange.co.nz
1. Introduction and Acceptance
Welcome to nzbuysellexchange.co.nz. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the website. This platform is for individuals who are 18 years of age or older.
2. User Accounts and Memberships
To use our services, you must create a user account. You are responsible for safeguarding your account details, including your password, and for all activities that occur under your account.
Membership Subscriptions: By signing up for one of our packages, you become a member and agree to a recurring subscription fee. Membership provides unlimited ad listings for the duration of your subscription period. Subscription plans are available on a monthly (30 days), 3-monthly (90 days), or annual (365 days) basis.
3. Privacy and Information Collection
We are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect and use your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020. By using our website, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described here. We will collect information from you when you register, subscribe, post ads, or use other services. We will use this information for the purpose it was collected, including managing your account, providing services, and communicating with you. We will not use or disclose your personal information for any other purpose without your consent, except where required by law.
4. User Conduct and Content
You agree to use the website for lawful purposes only.
All information you provide and content you post, including listings and communications, must be accurate, complete, and truthful. You must not mislead or deceive other users.
You are solely responsible for all content you upload or transmit through the website.
You must not post content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others. By submitting content, you grant nzbuysellexchange.co.nz a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content on the website.
5. Buying, Selling, and Exchanging
Role as a Platform: nzbuysellexchange.co.nz acts solely as a venue for users to interact and facilitate transactions. We are not a party to any transaction between a buyer, seller, or exchanger. We do not own the items listed, nor do we act as an agent, broker, or partner in any transaction.
Disclaimer of Liability: We are not responsible for the quality, safety, or legality of the items listed, the accuracy of listings, or the ability of users to complete a transaction. All transactions are at the sole risk of the participants.
Applicable Legislation: All users who are “in trade” (selling goods as a business) must comply with the Fair Trading Act 1986. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 applies to goods and services supplied by a business “in trade,” but it does not apply to private sales between individuals. Sellers “in trade” on this platform are solely responsible for meeting their obligations under this Act.
6. Advertising
Banner Advertising: Business members who wish to place banner advertisements on the website must contact us directly via email to discuss their specific needs. The cost for banner advertising begins at NZD$1,000, with the final price dependent on the banner’s location and the duration of the campaign. Business members will provide us with their information, images, and any digital content for the purpose of placing their banner ad on our website for promotional purposes, with a link that leads back to their business. By using our website, all users agree that the information and content on their banners are not misleading, are truthful, correct, and safe for our visitors who might click on them.
7. Intellectual Property
The content, design, logos, and trademarks on this website, including your two logo designs, are the property of nzbuysellexchange.co.nz or its content suppliers and are protected by New Zealand copyright and intellectual property laws.
No part of this site may be copied, reproduced, or used without express written permission.
8. Liability and Indemnity
To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, nzbuysellexchange.co.nz will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of the website or from any transactions conducted through it.
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any and all claims, damages, or losses arising from your use of the website or your breach of these terms.
9. General
These terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes will be resolved in a New Zealand court.
We reserve the right to amend these terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated terms on the website. Your continued use of the website constitutes your acceptance of the changes.