1. Introduction
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern access to and use of Australian Markets Group platforms, websites, mobile applications, marketplaces, social networking services, recruitment services, property advertising services, e-commerce services, business directories, advertising services, APIs, communication tools, and related products and services (“Services”).
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and any applicable policies incorporated by reference.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Services.
2. About Australian Markets
Australian Markets Group (“Australian Markets”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) operates a network of digital platforms designed to connect individuals, businesses, organisations, advertisers, recruiters, employers, merchants, property professionals, and consumers.
Services may include:
- Social networking platforms
- Professional networking services
- Recruitment and employment services
- Property advertising services
- Online marketplaces
- E-commerce services
- Business directories
- Digital advertising services
- Marketing services
- Mobile applications
- APIs and integrations
- Future digital products and services
3. Eligibility
You may use our Services only if:
- You are at least 13 years old;
- You have legal capacity to enter binding agreements;
- You comply with applicable laws;
- You provide accurate information;
- You are not prohibited from using our Services by law.
If you access the Services on behalf of a business or organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity.
4. Account Registration and Security
Users are responsible for:
- Maintaining account confidentiality;
- Protecting passwords and login credentials;
- Keeping account information accurate and current;
- Reporting unauthorized access or security concerns.
Australian Markets may suspend or terminate accounts that contain inaccurate, misleading, fraudulent, or incomplete information.
5. Identity Verification
Australian Markets may require identity verification for users, businesses, recruiters, advertisers, sellers, property professionals, employers, or commercial users.
Verification may include:
- Government-issued identification;
- ABN verification;
- Business registration verification;
- Professional licence verification;
- Property ownership verification;
- Payment verification.
Failure to complete verification may result in restrictions, suspension, or termination.
6. Licence to Use Services
Subject to compliance with these Terms, Australian Markets grants a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable licence to access and use the Services.
This licence does not transfer ownership of:
- Software;
- Websites;
- Applications;
- Databases;
- Trademarks;
- Logos;
- Brand assets;
- Intellectual property.
All rights remain reserved.
7. Paid Services and Subscriptions
Certain Services may require payment.
Users agree to:
- Pay applicable fees;
- Maintain valid payment methods;
- Pay taxes where applicable;
- Comply with subscription terms.
Failure to pay may result in suspension or cancellation.
Unless required by law, fees are non-refundable.
8. User Content
Users may publish, upload, transmit, display, advertise, or share content.
Users retain ownership of their content.
By uploading content, you grant Australian Markets a worldwide, royalty-free, transferable licence to:
- Host;
- Store;
- Reproduce;
- Publish;
- Display;
- Distribute;
- Promote;
- Adapt;
the content solely for operating, improving, promoting, and providing the Services.
Users warrant that they possess all necessary rights and permissions.
9. Acceptable Use
Users must not:
- Violate laws;
- Commit fraud;
- Impersonate others;
- Interfere with platform security;
- Introduce malicious software;
- Circumvent technical controls;
- Use unauthorized bots;
- Scrape data;
- Harvest user information;
- Misuse APIs;
- Interfere with Service operations.
10. Prohibited Content
Prohibited content includes:
- Illegal content;
- Child exploitation material;
- Terrorist content;
- Violent threats;
- Hate speech;
- Harassment;
- Counterfeit goods;
- Fraudulent schemes;
- Deceptive advertising;
- Intellectual property infringement;
- Illegal products or services;
- Human trafficking;
- Wildlife trafficking;
- Exploitative conduct.
Australian Markets may remove content without notice.
11. Commercial Transactions Disclaimer
Australian Markets provides platforms that facilitate communication and commercial activities.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, Australian Markets is not a party to:
- Marketplace transactions;
- Employment relationships;
- Property transactions;
- Advertising agreements;
- Commercial contracts between users.
Users are solely responsible for conducting appropriate due diligence before entering transactions.
Australian Markets does not guarantee:
- Identity of users;
- Product quality;
- Business legitimacy;
- Employment outcomes;
- Recruitment outcomes;
- Property outcomes;
- Commercial success.
12. Recruitment Services Disclaimer
Australian Markets provides recruitment and employment advertising services.
We do not guarantee:
- Employment opportunities;
- Candidate suitability;
- Hiring outcomes;
- Recruiter conduct.
Employers and candidates are responsible for verifying information independently.
13. Property Services Disclaimer
Australian Markets provides property advertising and related services.
We do not verify all listings and do not guarantee:
- Property availability;
- Ownership;
- Accuracy of listings;
- Transaction outcomes.
Users must independently verify property information.
14. Marketplace and E-Commerce Disclaimer
Australian Markets facilitates listings and transactions between buyers and sellers.
Unless otherwise stated:
- We do not own listed products;
- We do not inspect every item;
- We do not guarantee quality or authenticity;
- We are not responsible for disputes between users.
Separate Marketplace Policies and Commercial User Agreements apply.
15. Advertising and Marketing Services
Advertisers must comply with:
- Applicable laws;
- Advertising standards;
- Australian Consumer Law;
- Australian Markets Advertising Policy.
Australian Markets may reject, remove, modify, restrict, or suspend advertisements at its discretion.
16. Artificial Intelligence and Automated Services
Australian Markets may use AI, machine learning, and automated technologies for:
- Search;
- Recommendations;
- Advertising optimization;
- Fraud detection;
- Spam prevention;
- Security monitoring;
- Content moderation;
- Analytics.
Users acknowledge that automated systems may assist decision-making processes.
17. Content Moderation and Enforcement
Australian Markets may:
- Remove content;
- Restrict visibility;
- Suspend accounts;
- Terminate accounts;
- Refer matters to authorities.
Enforcement decisions may be based on policy violations, legal requirements, security concerns, or risk management considerations.
18. Intellectual Property Rights
Australian Markets respects intellectual property rights.
Users must not infringe:
- Copyrights;
- Trademarks;
- Patents;
- Designs;
- Trade secrets;
- Confidential information.
Repeated infringement may result in account termination.
19. Counterfeit Goods and Misrepresentation
Counterfeit goods, fraudulent documentation, deceptive business practices, and misrepresentation are prohibited.
Australian Markets may remove listings and suspend accounts involved in such conduct.
20. Third-Party Services
Services may contain:
- Third-party links;
- Advertisements;
- Payment gateways;
- Embedded content;
- Applications;
- External services.
Australian Markets is not responsible for third-party products, services, content, or conduct.
21. Electronic Communications
Users consent to receive communications electronically, including:
- Email;
- SMS;
- Push notifications;
- Platform messages;
- Account notices.
Electronic communications satisfy legal requirements for written notices where permitted by law.
22. Privacy and Data Protection
Collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.
Users acknowledge that personal information may be processed in accordance with that policy.
23. Disclaimers
Services are provided on an “as available” and “as is” basis.
Australian Markets does not guarantee:
- Continuous availability;
- Error-free operation;
- Accuracy of user-generated content;
- Commercial outcomes.
24. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Australian Markets is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or economic losses arising from use of the Services.
Nothing in these Terms excludes rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
25. Australian Consumer Law
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any rights or remedies available under the Australian Consumer Law or any other law that cannot lawfully be excluded.
26. Indemnity
Users agree to indemnify Australian Markets against claims arising from:
- Use of the Services;
- User content;
- Breaches of these Terms;
- Violations of law;
- Infringement of third-party rights.
27. Suspension and Termination
Australian Markets may suspend, restrict, disable, or terminate accounts for:
- Policy breaches;
- Fraud;
- Security risks;
- Unlawful conduct;
- Verification failures;
- Misleading information.
28. Protection of Minors and Online Safety
Australian Markets supports online safety and child protection.
Users under 13 are prohibited from using the Services.
Australian Markets may remove accounts and content that violate child safety requirements.
29. Force Majeure
Australian Markets is not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond reasonable control, including:
- Natural disasters;
- Cybersecurity incidents;
- Telecommunications failures;
- Government actions;
- Industrial disputes;
- Power outages.
30. Dispute Resolution
Users should first contact Australian Markets to attempt resolution of disputes in good faith.
Formal legal proceedings should be considered only after reasonable efforts to resolve disputes informally.
31. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia and the applicable laws of the State or Territory in which Australian Markets principally operates.
Australian courts shall have non-exclusive jurisdiction.
32. Changes to Terms
Australian Markets may modify these Terms from time to time.
Material changes may be communicated through websites, applications, email, or platform notifications.
Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.
33. Assignment
Australian Markets may assign, transfer, or novate its rights and obligations under these Terms in connection with mergers, acquisitions, restructures, or transfers of business assets.
Users may not assign their rights without written consent.
34. Feedback and Suggestions
Users grant Australian Markets a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide right to use feedback, ideas, and suggestions provided voluntarily without compensation.
35. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with applicable policies and supplemental agreements, constitute the entire agreement between Australian Markets and users regarding the Services.
Effective Date: 29 October 2024