Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using MazadO₂

Effective Date: Jan 2025
UAE Jurisdiction

Important Notice

By using MazadO₂, you agree to these Terms & Conditions, including our carbon credit ownership model. MazadO₂ owns all carbon credits generated from platform transactions, which funds our free service for users. Please read Section 7 carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using MazadO₂ ("the Platform"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use the Platform.

The Platform is operated by MazadO₂ and is available to users in the United Arab Emirates. By using the Platform, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age or have parental consent to use the service.

2. Platform Purpose

MazadO₂ is a marketplace for buying, selling, and donating used goods in the UAE. The Platform facilitates connections between users and calculates the environmental impact (CO₂ saved) of transactions.

MazadO₂ does NOT: • Handle payments or financial transactions between users • Take possession of listed items • Guarantee the quality, safety, or legality of items • Act as a party to transactions between users

Users are solely responsible for their transactions and interactions with other users.

3. User Accounts

To list items or contact sellers, you must create an account. You agree to: • Provide accurate, current, and complete information • Maintain the security of your account credentials • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

You may not: • Create accounts with false information • Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity • Share or transfer your account to others • Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions

4. Listing Items

When listing an item, you agree to: • Provide accurate descriptions and photos • Set fair and honest pricing • Only list items you legally own and can sell • Disclose all defects, damage, or issues • Honor the listing and not sell to others if committed

Prohibited items include: • Illegal goods or substances • Counterfeit or pirated items • Weapons, ammunition, or explosives • Hazardous materials • Items infringing intellectual property rights • Live animals • Prescription medications

MazadO₂ reserves the right to remove any listing at any time without notice.

5. Buying Items

When purchasing an item, you agree to: • Communicate honestly with sellers • Inspect items before completing purchase • Complete transactions as agreed • Meet in safe, public locations • Report suspicious or fraudulent activity

Buyers are responsible for: • Verifying item condition and authenticity • Arranging pickup or delivery • Ensuring payment method security • Compliance with all applicable laws

6. Transactions & Payments

MazadO₂ does NOT process payments. All payment arrangements are made directly between buyers and sellers.

We recommend: • Meeting in public places for transactions • Using secure, traceable payment methods • Never sending money before inspecting items • Getting receipts for high-value transactions

MazadO₂ is NOT responsible for: • Payment disputes between users • Fraudulent transactions • Failed deliveries or pickups • Item quality or authenticity issues

7. Carbon Credits Ownership

IMPORTANT: By using the Platform, you acknowledge and agree that:

ALL carbon credits generated from transactions on MazadO₂ are owned exclusively by MazadO₂. When you complete a transaction (buy, sell, trade, or donate), the CO₂ emissions avoided are calculated and aggregated by the Platform. These savings are converted into carbon credits (1,000 kg CO₂ = 1 credit).

MazadO₂ sells these credits to companies and organizations to fund platform operations, keeping the service free for all users.

Users receive: • Free platform access (no fees) • CO₂ impact tracking • Badges and recognition • Community benefits

Users do NOT receive: • Monetary compensation from carbon credits • Ownership rights to generated credits • Revenue sharing from credit sales

This model is what allows MazadO₂ to operate without charging users any fees.

8. AI Verification System

Our AI-powered verification system analyzes images to: • Identify item categories • Assess item condition • Suggest price ranges • Calculate CO₂ savings

The AI system provides estimates with confidence scores (typically 85-95% accuracy). Users can edit AI suggestions before posting.

MazadO₂ does not guarantee: • 100% accuracy of AI assessments • Verification of item authenticity • Detection of all defects or issues • Price accuracy or fairness

Users remain responsible for accurate listing information regardless of AI suggestions.

9. User Conduct

You agree NOT to: • Post false, misleading, or fraudulent listings • Harass, threaten, or abuse other users • Use the Platform for illegal activities • Spam or send unsolicited messages • Scrape or collect user data • Manipulate CO₂ calculations or badge systems • Interfere with Platform operations • Bypass security measures

Violations may result in: • Listing removal • Account suspension or termination • Legal action if warranted • Reporting to authorities

10. Intellectual Property

MazadO₂ and all Platform content (design, code, logos, text) are owned by MazadO₂ and protected by intellectual property laws.

Users grant MazadO₂ a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute their listing photos and content on the Platform.

Users retain ownership of their original content but must not: • Use MazadO₂ branding outside the Platform • Copy or reproduce Platform code or design • Create derivative works without permission

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

MazadO₂ disclaims all warranties including: • Fitness for a particular purpose • Accuracy of listings or AI assessments • Uninterrupted or error-free service • Security of communications • User conduct or transaction outcomes

Use the Platform at your own risk.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by UAE law:

MazadO₂ is NOT liable for: • Disputes between users • Quality, safety, or legality of items • Fraud or misrepresentation by users • Financial losses from transactions • Damage or injury from item use • Data loss or security breaches • Platform downtime or errors

Maximum liability (if any) is limited to AED 100.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MazadO₂, its officers, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from: • Your use of the Platform • Your listings or transactions • Your violation of these Terms • Your violation of any laws • Your infringement of third-party rights

14. Termination

MazadO₂ may suspend or terminate your account at any time for: • Violation of these Terms • Fraudulent or illegal activity • Abuse or harassment of users • Extended inactivity • Any reason at our discretion

Upon termination: • Your access is revoked immediately • Your listings are removed • Your data may be deleted • CO₂ credits remain with MazadO₂

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Dubai, UAE.

By using the Platform, you consent to the jurisdiction of UAE courts.

16. Changes to Terms

MazadO₂ reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on the Platform with an updated "Last Modified" date.

Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. If you disagree with changes, you must stop using the Platform.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us:

Email: legal@mazado.ae Address: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Phone: +971 4 123 4567

Last Modified: January 2025

Key Takeaways

100% free platform for users

MazadO₂ owns carbon credits

Users responsible for transactions

AI verification is assistive, not guaranteed

No payment processing by platform

UAE law applies

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