Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to Australian Breeder Reviews ("Website," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you do not have permission to access the Website.

2. Definitions

  • "Content" refers to reviews, comments, images, and any other materials posted on the Website
  • "User" refers to any individual who accesses or uses the Website
  • "Breeder" refers to any dog breeding business or individual listed on the Website
  • "Review" refers to any evaluation, rating, or commentary posted about a Breeder
  • "Service" refers to the Website and all features provided by Australian Breeder Reviews

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Account Creation

  • You must be at least 18 years old to create an account
  • You must provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • You may not use false or misleading information
  • You may not create multiple accounts
  • You may not create an account on behalf of another person

3.2 Account Security

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • We reserve the right to disable any account for security reasons
  • You are responsible for all activities under your account

4. User Conduct

4.1 Disclaimer of Views

All reviews, comments, and opinions expressed on Australian Breeder Reviews:

  • Are solely those of the individual poster
  • Do not reflect the views or opinions of Australian Breeder Reviews
  • Are not endorsed, verified, or supported by Australian Breeder Reviews
  • Remain the sole responsibility of the user who posted them

4.1 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Violate any Australian laws or regulations
  • Harass, threaten, or intimidate other users
  • Post false, misleading, or defamatory content
  • Impersonate others
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website
  • Use automated systems or bots
  • Interfere with the Website's operation
  • Sell or transfer your account
  • Post spam or promotional content
  • Collect user information without consent

4.2 Content Guidelines

All posted content must:

  • Be honest and accurate
  • Be based on personal experience
  • Not contain hate speech or discrimination
  • Not include personal contact information
  • Not violate intellectual property rights
  • Not contain explicit or inappropriate material
  • Not contain promotional or commercial content
  • Not contain threats or incite violence

4.3 Legal Compliance

  • Users must comply with all applicable Australian laws, including:
    • Australian Consumer Law
    • Competition and Consumer Act 2010
    • Defamation laws
    • Privacy Act 1988
    • Animal welfare laws
  • Users are responsible for ensuring their content doesn't violate third-party rights
  • Users must comply with state-specific breeding regulations
  • International users must comply with both Australian and their local laws

4.4 Commercial Use

  • Commercial use of site data is strictly prohibited
  • Scraping or harvesting information is forbidden
  • Systematic downloading is prohibited
  • Using site information for competitive purposes is forbidden

5. Review Policies

5.1 Posting Reviews

  • Reviews must be based on genuine experiences
  • One review per experience
  • No compensation for reviews
  • No self-reviews by breeders
  • No reviews by competitors
  • No reviews by family members or employees of breeders

5.2 Review Ownership

  • You retain ownership of your review content
  • You grant us a perpetual license to display your review
  • We may edit, remove, or decline to post reviews
  • We may use reviews for marketing purposes

5.3 Review Moderation

We reserve the right to:

  • Remove reviews that violate our policies
  • Edit or remove inappropriate content
  • Fact-check and verify reviews
  • Request additional information or verification
  • Take action against fraudulent reviews

6. Breeder Listings

6.1 Breeder Responsibilities

Breeders must:

  • Provide accurate business information
  • Maintain current contact details
  • Respond professionally to reviews
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Not misrepresent their services or credentials

6.2 Breeder Rights

  • Request removal of fraudulent reviews
  • Respond to reviews
  • Update their business information
  • Request account deletion

7. Content Removal and Reporting

7.1 Removal Requests

  • Users may request removal of their own content
  • Copyright owners may request removal of infringing content
  • Breeders may request removal of fraudulent reviews
  • All requests must be submitted through our support system

7.2 Review Process

  • We will review all removal requests
  • We may request additional information
  • We will respond within 5 business days
  • Our decisions are final

8. Intellectual Property Rights

8.1 Website Content

  • All Website content is protected by copyright
  • Users may not copy or redistribute Website content
  • The Website's name and logo are trademarks
  • Users grant us license to use their content

8.2 User Content

  • Users retain ownership of their content
  • Users grant us perpetual license to use their content
  • We may modify or remove user content
  • We are not responsible for user content

8.3 DMCA and Copyright Claims

  • We respond to clear copyright infringement notices
  • False copyright claims may result in account termination
  • Users must have rights to all submitted content
  • We maintain records of copyright complaints
  • Repeat infringers will be permanently banned

8.4 Trademark Rights

  • Protected marks may not be used without permission
  • Breeders must have rights to business names listed
  • Impersonation of recognized kennels or breeds is prohibited
  • We reserve the right to remove trademark-infringing content

9. Indemnification

9.1 User Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Australian Breeder Reviews, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and third parties from and against:

  • All losses, expenses, damages, and costs
  • Reasonable attorneys' fees
  • Any claims resulting from user content
  • Violations of these Terms
  • Disputes with other users or breeders
  • Any consequential damages

9.2 Breeder Indemnification

Breeders additionally indemnify against:

  • Claims regarding breeding practices
  • Animal welfare issues
  • Misrepresentation of services
  • Customer disputes
  • Licensing or registration issues

10. Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure or delay due to:

  • Natural disasters
  • Government actions
  • Technical failures
  • Cyber attacks
  • Other circumstances beyond our reasonable control

11. Insurance

  • Users are responsible for maintaining appropriate insurance
  • Breeders must maintain required business insurance
  • We recommend but do not require professional liability insurance
  • We maintain our own business insurance but this does not cover users

12. Enhanced Liability Protections

12.1 Damage Limitations

  • Our maximum liability is limited to AUD $100 or your fees paid
  • No liability for consequential damages
  • No liability for third-party actions
  • No liability for business interruption
  • No liability for data loss

12.2 Time Limitations

  • Claims must be filed within 12 months
  • Notice of issues must be given within 30 days
  • Statute of limitations is limited to one year
  • Review disputes must be raised within 90 days

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Mandatory Arbitration

  • All disputes subject to binding arbitration
  • Arbitration to be conducted in New South Wales
  • Costs split equally unless otherwise determined
  • Class action waiver
  • Small claims court option preserved

13.2 Choice of Law

  • Australian law governs all aspects
  • Venue in New South Wales courts
  • Users submit to Australian jurisdiction
  • International users agree to local law compliance

14. Business Operations

14.1 Service Modifications

  • Right to modify or discontinue services
  • No liability for service interruptions
  • No requirement for prior notice
  • No refunds for service changes

14.2 Business Transfers

  • Rights may be assigned in business sale
  • User rights remain intact during transfer
  • Notice will be provided of ownership changes
  • Data transfers subject to privacy policy

15. User Content License

15.1 Extended License Terms

Users grant us:

  • Worldwide, royalty-free license
  • Right to sublicense content
  • Right to modify and adapt content
  • Perpetual and irrevocable rights
  • Right to monetize platform features

16. Platform Security

16.1 Security Measures

  • Users must not attempt to breach security
  • Must not access unauthorized areas
  • Must report security vulnerabilities
  • Must not distribute malware
  • Must not conduct penetration testing without permission

16.2 Account Security

  • Two-factor authentication when available
  • Regular password updates recommended
  • Immediate breach notification required
  • Account sharing prohibited

17. Survival Clause

The following sections survive termination:

  • Indemnification obligations
  • Warranty disclaimers
  • Liability limitations
  • Intellectual property rights
  • Dispute resolution terms
  • Content licenses

18. Contact Information

To contact us:

  1. Log into your account
  2. Click "Contact Support"
  3. Select your issue category
  4. Follow the provided instructions

19. Platform Independence and Non-Affiliation

Australian Breeder Reviews explicitly states that:

  • We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with any breeders listed on our platform
  • We operate independently as a review platform only
  • We do not receive compensation from breeders for listings
  • We do not participate in any breeding or sales activities
  • We do not mediate or facilitate transactions between users and breeders
  • Any interaction between users and breeders is independent of our platform

20. Information Accuracy and Limitations

Regarding information displayed on Australian Breeder Reviews:

  • We cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on breeder profiles
  • Profile information is provided by the breeders themselves or collected from public sources
  • We do not verify credentials, licenses, or certifications displayed on profiles
  • Users must conduct their own due diligence before relying on any information
  • Information may be outdated or change without notice
  • We are not responsible for any decisions made based on profile information
  • Users should independently verify all information directly with the breeder

By using Australian Breeder Reviews, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

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