Effective Date: January 31, 2025

Welcome to Affordablebuys (https://affordablebuys.org/), your platform for purchasing excess food items at discounted prices. By accessing or using our website, you agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before using our services.

1. Introduction

Affordablebuys is a platform designed to help buyers purchase affordable, surplus food while enabling sellers to list excess products. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the website, services, and transactions on the platform. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using the website.

2. Account Registration

To use our services as a buyer or seller, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, and for all activities that occur under your account.

3. User Responsibilities

A. Buyer Responsibilities:

• You agree to provide correct shipping information for order fulfillment.
• You will pay for the items you purchase and agree to the transaction terms.
• You acknowledge that product availability may change, and it is your responsibility to monitor updates related to your order.

B. Seller Responsibilities:

• You agree to list only legitimate surplus food products, ensuring their quality and safety for sale.
• You are responsible for setting correct pricing, delivery times, and product descriptions.
• Sellers must comply with applicable food safety regulations and ensure that items sold meet the required standards.

4. Transaction Terms

A. Orders:

• Buyers place orders via the platform, and sellers are responsible for fulfilling the orders as per the agreed terms.
• Payment is processed via the available methods, and sellers will receive payment after deducting a 10% commission for each completed sale.
• All payments for orders must be made in U.S. dollars.

B. Refunds and Cancellations:

• Orders may be canceled if mutually agreed by both buyer and seller before shipment.
• In the case of a dispute, the Affordablebuys admin will review the case and decide if a refund is warranted.
• Refunds may be issued for issues like incorrect items received or if items are not delivered on time.

5. Commission and Fees

• Sellers are required to pay a 10% commission on all successful transactions. This fee will be automatically deducted from your sales earnings.
• Affordablebuys reserves the right to change commission rates or introduce additional fees. These changes will be communicated in advance.

6. User Content

You agree not to post, upload, or share any content that violates the rights of others or contains inappropriate or harmful material. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these terms or is deemed inappropriate.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of Affordablebuys is governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the website, you consent to our data practices as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on the website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Affordablebuys or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content without prior written permission

9. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, both parties should attempt to resolve the issue through communication. If an agreement cannot be reached, Affordablebuys will mediate the dispute to find a resolution. Any legal claims shall be resolved under the laws of the state of [Your State] in the United States.

10. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the website if you violate these terms, engage in fraudulent activities, or otherwise disrupt the normal operations of the platform. Upon termination, you will lose access to your account and any active transactions.

11. Limitation of Liability

Affordablebuys is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or services. We are not responsible for product quality, seller performance, or any issues related to transactions between buyers and sellers.

12. Changes to Terms and Conditions

Affordablebuys reserves the right to modify, update, or revise these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date. Your continued use of the platform after changes are made signifies your acceptance of the new terms.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Email: team@affordablebuys.org
Website: https://affordablebuys.org/