Terms of Service

Last Updated: September 4, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using BiddingBell ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service. We may modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of such modifications.

2. Description of Service

BiddingBell is a notification and tracking service that provides information about auction listings from third-party auction houses. We do not conduct auctions, sell items, or facilitate transactions. We are not affiliated with any auction house unless explicitly stated.

3. User Accounts

To use certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Maintain the security of your password and account
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or for any reason at our sole discretion.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Transmit harmful, threatening, abusive, or defamatory content
  • Engage in harassment or hate speech
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Use automated means to access the Service (bots, scrapers, etc.)
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Collect or harvest user information
  • Create false or misleading accounts
  • Use the Service for commercial purposes without permission

5. Third-Party Content and Links

Our Service contains information from third-party auction houses and may include links to external websites. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party content. Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and such parties. We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from such interactions.

6. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate information, we make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of auction data. Auction details, dates, and availability may change without notice. You should always verify information directly with the relevant auction house before making any decisions.

7. Intellectual Property

The Service and its content are protected by intellectual property laws. We own or license all rights in:

  • The BiddingBell platform, software, and technology
  • Our trademarks, logos, and branding
  • Original content we create
  • The compilation and presentation of data

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our Service without explicit written permission.

8. User-Generated Content

By submitting content to our Service (searches, preferences, communications), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display such content in connection with operating the Service. You retain ownership of your content but represent that you have the right to grant this license.

9. Privacy

Your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

10. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING:

  • WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
  • WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT
  • WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE
  • WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF RESULTS

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BIDDINGBELL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
  • LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL
  • SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS OR DELAYS
  • DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THIRD-PARTY CONDUCT OR CONTENT
  • DAMAGES EXCEEDING THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU (IF ANY) FOR THE SERVICE

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory of recovery and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless BiddingBell and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.

13. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately.

14. Geographic Restrictions

We make no representation that the Service is available or appropriate for use in all locations. If you access the Service from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

15. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in the state where BiddingBell is headquartered. You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitrations.

16. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Delaware.

17. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, strikes, internet failures, or government actions.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the intent of the original provision.

19. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such provision or our right to enforce it in the future. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BiddingBell regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings. These Terms may only be modified by us in writing.

21. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your account without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate or successor entity without restriction.

22. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

  • Email: bill@biddingbell.com
  • General inquiries: bill@biddingbell.com

23. Age Restrictions

The Service is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, you may not use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

24. Survival

The provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and governing law provisions.

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