Welcome to Propertyscout.co.za a comprehensive online platform for property listings in South Africa. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Definitions
“Platform”: refers to Propertyscout.co.za website and services.
“User”: refers to anyone accessing or using our Platform.
“Property Listing”: refers to any property listing, advertisement, or promotion displayed on our Platform.
“Agency”: refers to any real estate agency or property professional listing properties on our Platform.
General Terms of Use
– You must be at least 18 years old to use our Platform.
– You agree to use our Platform for lawful purposes only.
– You must not use our Platform in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our services.
Disclaimer of Professional Services: We are not lawyers, property agencies, or estate agents, and we do not act as such. We do not offer legal services in any way, and our Platform is not intended to provide legal advice.
No Endorsement: We do not endorse any agency, agent, or other service provider using our Platform. However, we do follow a strict onboarding process to ensure that our Platform is used in accordance with our Terms.
Liability Disclaimer: We cannot be held liable for any disputes or damages/losses that may arise between a User and a service provider listed on our Platform. Users are responsible for conducting their own due diligence on service providers before engaging their services.
Copyright and Intellectual Property
– All content on our Platform, including property listings, images, and text, is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
– You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any content on our Platform without our prior written consent.
Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy
– We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal data. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data.
– We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Platform. Our Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and how you can manage them.
Security
– We take reasonable measures to protect our Platform and your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
– However, no security measures are foolproof, and we cannot guarantee the security of our Platform or your data.
Disclaimers
– Our Platform is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind.
– We do not warrant that our Platform will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.
Severability
– If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.
Applicable Law
– These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa.
– Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved in accordance with the laws of South Africa.
Disputes
– Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the [Arbitration Association].
Property Scout Email Disclaimer
– Our email communications are intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
– Confidentiality and Copyright Notice: Emails sent from our Platform may contain confidential and copyright information. You are not authorized to disclose, reproduce, or distribute this information without our prior written consent.
– Virus Disclaimer: We take precautions to ensure that our emails are virus-free, but we cannot guarantee that they are virus-free. We take no liability for any loss or damage resulting from viruses or destructive code contained in an email sent from our Platform.
– Email Monitoring: For investigation purposes and to ensure the safety and integrity of our Platform, our emails may be scrutinized and monitored.
Property Listing Service
– Our Platform provides property listings for informational purposes only.
– We are not lawyers, property agencies, or estate agents, and we do not act as such. We do not offer legal services in any way, and our Platform is not intended to provide legal advice.
– Content Guidelines: When using our Property Listing Service, you agree to:
– Not use any material or content that is defamatory, misleading, or fraudulent.
– Not use any material or content that is harmful or objectionable in any way.
– Ensure that all images and video content are free from any adult content.
– Ensure that all content does not infringe on intellectual property, confidentiality, or any other rights.
Use of Personal Info Sharing to Third Parties
– We may share your personal data with third-party service providers to enable us to provide our services to you.
– We will only share your data with third parties who are authorized to process it in accordance with our instructions.
Responsible Advertising Code
– We adhere to the guidelines set out by the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) and ensure that our advertising practices are truthful, transparent, and respectful.
