1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Iad Properties. These Terms and Conditions of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Iad Properties website located at www.iadproperties.co.zw, our mobile application, and any related services (collectively, the "Platform"). Please read these Terms carefully.
By accessing, browsing, or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Platform.
2. Definitions
"Platform" refers to the Iad Properties website and mobile application.
"User," "You," "Your" refers to any individual or entity who accesses or uses the Platform.
"Agent," "Lister," "Seller," "Landlord" refers to a User who lists properties for sale or rent on the Platform.
"Buyer," "Tenant," "Seeker" refers to a User who searches for and inquires about properties on the Platform.
"Content" refers to all information, data, text, software, photographs, graphics, messages, and other materials posted on the Platform.
3. User Accounts and Registration
Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract to create an account.
Account Accuracy: You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate.
Security: You are responsible for safeguarding your password and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
Account Types: You may register as an individual, a property seeker, or a licensed real estate agent. Agents warrant that they hold a valid, active real estate license where required by law.
4. Nature of Service; No Agency
IadProperties is an online marketplace that provides a platform for Users to list, search for, and connect regarding properties. We are not a:
- Real Estate Broker: We do not act as an agent for any User.
- Party to Transactions: We are not a party to any agreements or transactions between Buyers and Sellers, or between Tenants and Landlords.
- Endorser: We do not endorse any property, User, or agent. We do not verify the accuracy of listings.
Any transaction you enter into is solely between you and the other User. IadProperties is not responsible for, and disclaims all liability arising from, your interactions with other Users.
5. Listing and Content Policies
Accuracy and Responsibility: Listers are solely responsible for the accuracy, truthfulness, and legality of their listings, including prices, descriptions, images, and availability. You warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to all content you post.
Prohibited Content: You agree not to post content that is:
- False, misleading, or fraudulent.
- Infringing on any third party's intellectual property rights.
- Defamatory, obscene, or offensive.
- In violation of any applicable law or regulation.
License to Iad Properties: By posting Content, you grant IadProperties a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute such Content on the Platform and through other channels for marketing and operational purposes.
6. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities
You agree not to: use the Platform for any unlawful purpose; harass, intimidate, or harm other Users; use automated systems (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access the Platform or extract data without our permission; impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with anyone; or interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Platform.
7. Intellectual Property
The Platform, including its design, text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Iad Properties and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not use our trademarks or logos without our prior written consent.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability
"As Is" Basis: The Platform and all content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
No Liability for Transactions: Iad Properties shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the Platform, any transactions between Users, or your inability to use the Platform. Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for the content or practices of any third-party websites linked from our Platform.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Iad Properties, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from: your use of and access to the Platform; your violation of any term of these Terms; your violation of any third-party right, including any property owner or agent; or any content you post or transmit on the Platform.
10. Termination
We may, at our sole discretion, suspend or terminate your account and access to the Platform at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other Users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.
11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Zimbabwe. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Harare, Zimbabwe.
12. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at legal@iadproperties.co.zw or info@iadproperties.co.zw or call +263775917396.