Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Terms Summary:
By using Caribzy, you agree to follow our rules and enter a binding agreement with us. You acknowledge that Caribzy is currently in a “Beta” or introductory phase; as such, certain features, including direct booking and in-platform payments, may be currently disabled or unavailable. Caribzy reserves the right to introduce fees for listings or platform use at any time.You are responsible for the accuracy of your profile, listings, deals, and tasks, and for safely interacting with other users. Caribzy is a neutral platform and is not responsible for user disputes, service quality, payments, or outcomes. Accounts and content must follow our rules, and we may remove or restrict content that violates our terms. Use of the platform also means you accept that results are not guaranteed and that Caribzy provides services “as is.”

DEFINITIONS:

  • “Platform” refers to the Caribzy website and web application.
  • “User” refers to any registered individual or business.

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By checking “I agree,” you enter into a binding contract with Caribzy. If you do not agree, do not use the platform.

2. ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION

  • You must provide accurate information.
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and account.
  • Usernames are chosen at registration, are generally permanent and may only be changed at Caribzy’s discretion.
  • You must be at least 18 years old to use Caribzy. By using the platform, you confirm that you have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.

3. LISTINGS AND USER CONTENT

  • Listing Fees: While the Platform may currently allow for free service listings, Caribzy reserves the right to charge fees for posting, renewing, or promoting listings at any time. Changes to fee structures may not be communicated to Users in advance but presented upon registering listing.
  • Service Listings: You are solely responsible for the accuracy of your listings, pricing, and images.
  • Prohibited Content: You may not upload illegal, offensive, or infringing material.
  • License: By posting content (images, video links, descriptions), you grant Caribzy a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display and distribute this content on the platform.

4. TASKS AND DEALS

  • Users posting “Tasks” are responsible for the budgets and deadlines stated.
  • Caribzy is a facilitator and is not a party to any contract formed between a task-poster and a service-provider.

5. AVAILABILITY OF FEATURES: BOOKINGS & PAYMENTS

  • Bookings Unavailable: You acknowledge and agree that the “Bookings” functionality is currently disabled and unavailable on the Platform. The Platform currently serves as a directory and communication tool only. Any agreements to meet or provide services must be handled externally between Users.
  • Future Implementation: While the booking feature is in development, users acknowledge that once active, bookings will constitute a formal agreement between users.
  • Fees: Caribzy reserves the right to introduce fees for listings or transaction commissions. Users may be notified of fee structures before they are implemented.
  • Right to Charge: Caribzy reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to charge fees for any aspect of the Platform, including but not limited to:
    Creating or maintaining Service Listings.
    Accessing premium features.
    Transaction commissions (once Bookings are enabled).
    By continuing to use the platform after a fee structure is implemented, you agree to pay the stated charges. All fees paid to Caribzy are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

6. USER INTERACTIONS

  • Messaging: Users can message, block, or report others.
  • Attachments: You acknowledge that files sent in chat may automatically download to the recipient’s device. Caribzy does not pre-screen files sent via the messaging system. You acknowledge that downloading any attachment carries inherent risks of malware or data loss. Caribzy is not responsible for any damage to hardware or software resulting from user-to-user file sharing. We strongly recommend using updated antivirus software.
  • Social Features: Users can follow profiles and save/favorite posts. We are not responsible for the conduct of any user, online or offline.

7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Caribzy provides the platform “as is.” We are not liable for:

  • Inaccurate locations provided by the Leaflet/OpenStreetMap integration.
  • Service interruptions, access delays, or “false positive” blocks caused by third-party security and performance providers (e.g., Cloudflare or Wordfence).
  • Failure of OneSignal to deliver time-sensitive notifications due to device settings or network issues.
  • Loss of data or hardware issues resulting from automatic downloads in chat.

8. TERMINATION

We reserve the right to suspend or delete accounts that violate these terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or harm the community. Account suspension or deletion may result in loss of content, messages, or data. Caribzy is not liable for such loss.

9. GOVERNING LAW

These terms are governed by laws.

10. PLATFORM ROLE

Caribzy is a neutral marketplace and communication platform. We do not:

  • Screen or verify users
  • Guarantee service quality
  • Act as an employer, agent, or contractor
  • Resolve disputes between users

All agreements are made directly between users.

11. PAYMENTS & TRANSACTIONS

Currently, Caribzy does not facilitate, process, or hold any payments between Users.

When enabled in the future, all payments will be processed through third-party payment providers. Caribzy does not store payment card information and is not responsible for chargebacks, refunds, or payment disputes between users. Any payments made between users outside of the platform are done so at the users’ own risk.

12. CANCELLATIONS & DISPUTES

Caribzy is not responsible for cancellations, no-shows, late service delivery, or disagreements. Users are encouraged to resolve disputes directly.

13. CONTENT MODERATION

We reserve the right to remove or restrict content that violates these terms, even if not explicitly illegal.

14. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All platform content, trademarks, logos, design, and software belong to Caribzy and may not be copied, modified, or reused without permission.

15. LIMITATION OF DAMAGES

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Caribzy shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including loss of income, reputation, or data.

16. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Caribzy from claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising from your use of the platform, content you post, or interactions with other users.

17. CHANGES TO TERMS

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of Caribzy constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

18. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

Caribzy is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding platform availability, accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.

19. FORCE MAJEURE

Caribzy is not liable for failure or delay caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, global internet outages, disruptions in third-party service providers (such as Cloudflare, OneSignal, or hosting partners), government actions, or large-scale cyberattacks.

20. NO PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

Any information provided by users does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. Users engage services at their own risk.

21. USER SAFETY

Caribzy does not conduct background checks. Users are responsible for exercising caution when interacting online or meeting in person.

22. ACCOUNT USE

Accounts are personal and may not be sold, transferred, or shared. You are responsible for all activity conducted through your account.

23. PROHIBITED USES & SECURITY

Users may not:

  • Scrape or harvest data using automated systems.
  • Reverse engineer platform features.
  • Attempt to bypass, disable, or circumvent any security measures implemented on the Platform, including those provided by Cloudflare and Wordfence.
  • Use bots, spiders, or automated scripts to interact with the platform.
  • Engage in any activity that triggers security blocks or rate-limiting by our security providers.

You acknowledge that Wordfence and Cloudflare monitor traffic patterns. Any activity flagged as a potential “cyberattack” or “brute-force attempt” may lead to an automatic and permanent IP ban from the platform without prior notice.

24. ENFORCEMENT DISCRETION

Failure to enforce any provision does not waive Caribzy’s right to enforce it later.

25. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.

26. SEVERABILITY

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.

27. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Caribzy and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

28. ASSIGNMENT

Caribzy may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

29. NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS

Caribzy does not guarantee that use of the platform will result in bookings, completed tasks, sales, income, or successful outcomes. Results depend on user activity, availability, and external factors beyond our control.

30. THIRD-PARTY NOTIFICATIONS

Caribzy utilizes OneSignal to send system and marketing notifications. While we strive for 100% delivery, we do not guarantee that notifications will be received in real-time. Users are responsible for regularly checking the platform manually for updates, messages, and task status. Caribzy is not responsible for any missed opportunities, financial loss, or disputes arising from a notification that was not delivered or seen.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:
📧 info@caribzy.com