Terms and Conditions
1. General Terms
1.1 Eligibility
“Practitioners must hold valid qualifications and certifications relevant to the services they offer. Proof of certification may be required during registration. Clients must be at least 18 years old to use the platform. By using the platform, users represent and warrant that they meet all eligibility requirements.”
1.2 Account Registration
“Users must provide accurate and complete information during the registration process. Practitioners must provide details of their qualifications, experience, and certifications. The platform reserves the right to verify this information. Clients must provide accurate contact and payment information. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and for all activities that occur under their accounts.”
1.3 Acceptance of Terms
“By registering for an account or using the platform, users agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use the platform.”
2. Practitioner Policies
2.1 Service Listings
“Practitioners must provide accurate descriptions of their services, including their qualifications, experience, and expected outcomes. Misleading information or false claims are strictly prohibited. Practitioners are responsible for keeping their service listings up to date.”
2.2 Pricing and Payments
“Practitioners are responsible for setting their own prices for services. All payments for services will be processed through Stripe. Practitioners must connect their Stripe account to the platform to receive payments. The platform does not take responsibility for any fees or issues related to Stripe’s payment processing services.”
2.3 Session Delivery
“Practitioners must ensure timely and professional delivery of their services. This includes being punctual, conducting sessions in a professional manner, and addressing any technical issues promptly. Practitioners must communicate any changes or cancellations to clients in a timely manner.”
2.4 Cancellation and Refund Policies
“All vendors must have their own cancellation and refund policies in place. These policies must be clearly communicated to clients before any booking is made. The platform is not responsible for managing or enforcing these policies. Clients must refer to the individual practitioner’s policies for any cancellations or refund requests.”
3. Client Policies
3.1 Booking Services
“Clients can book services through the platform by selecting a practitioner and scheduling a session. Payment must be made at the time of booking using the available payment methods. Once a booking is confirmed, the client will receive a confirmation email with the session details.”
3.2 Cancellation and Refund Policies
“Clients must review and adhere to the individual cancellation and refund policies set by each practitioner. The platform is not responsible for managing or enforcing these policies. Any disputes regarding cancellations or refunds must be resolved directly between the client and the practitioner.”
4. Fees and Payments
4.1 Subscription Model
“Practitioners are required to pay a monthly subscription fee to list their services on the platform. This fee is billed automatically through Stripe on a recurring basis. Failure to pay the subscription fee may result in suspension or termination of the practitioner’s account.”
4.2 Payment Processing
“All payments for services and subscription fees are processed through Stripe. Practitioners must connect their Stripe account to the platform to receive payments. The platform is not responsible for any fees or issues arising from Stripe’s payment processing services.”
4.3 Payouts to Practitioners
“Payouts to practitioners are processed through Stripe according to the schedule and terms set by Stripe. The platform does not control the timing or amount of payouts. Practitioners are responsible for ensuring their Stripe account details are accurate and up to date.”
5. User Conduct
5.1 Prohibited Activities
“Users are prohibited from engaging in any activities that violate the terms of service, including but not limited to providing misleading information, engaging in unprofessional or unethical behavior, violating the privacy of other users, and attempting to interfere with the platform’s operation.”
5.2 User Responsibilities
“Users are responsible for maintaining the security of their account credentials and for all activities that occur under their accounts. Users must conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner when interacting with others on the platform.”
6. Dispute Resolution
6.1 Dispute Handling
“In the event of a dispute between a practitioner and a client, the platform will act as a facilitator to help resolve the issue. The platform may provide mediation services, but it is not responsible for resolving disputes directly. Users are encouraged to resolve disputes amicably.”
6.2 Liability Limitations
“The platform’s liability in disputes is limited to providing mediation services. The platform is not responsible for any losses or damages arising from disputes between users. Users agree to hold the platform harmless from any claims related to such disputes.”
7. Termination and Suspension
7.1 Account Suspension
“The platform reserves the right to suspend or terminate user accounts for violations of these terms, including but not limited to providing false information, engaging in prohibited activities, and failing to pay subscription fees. Suspended users will be notified of the suspension and the reason for the action.”
7.2 Termination Process
“Users may terminate their accounts at any time by providing notice to the platform. The platform may terminate user accounts for violations of these terms or for other reasons deemed necessary by the platform. Upon termination, users will no longer have access to their accounts and any outstanding balances must be settled.”
8. Legal Compliance
8.1 Regulatory Compliance
“The platform and its users must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to consumer protection laws, privacy laws, and industry-specific regulations. Practitioners are responsible for ensuring their services comply with relevant legal and ethical standards.”
8.2 Jurisdiction
“These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of [Your Country/State]. Any legal disputes arising from the use of the platform will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Your Country/State].”
9. Modification of Terms
9.1 Changes to Terms
“The platform reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Users will be notified of any changes via email or through the platform. Continued use of the platform after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.”
9.2 Acceptance of Changes
“Users must accept the updated terms and conditions to continue using the platform. If a user does not agree with the updated terms, they must stop using the platform and may terminate their account.”
10. Technical Issues
10.1 Release of Responsibility
“The platform is not responsible for any technical issues that may arise, including but not limited to login issues, server downtime, or connectivity problems. Users are encouraged to report technical issues to our support team, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the platform.”
11. Fraud Protection
11.1 Anti-Fraud Measures
“Users agree to provide accurate information and refrain from fraudulent activities. The platform employs anti-fraud measures to protect against fraudulent transactions and activities. Users suspected of engaging in fraud may have their accounts suspended or terminated without notice.”
11.2 Indemnity for Fraudulent Activities
“Users agree to indemnify and hold the platform harmless from any claims, disputes, or legal actions arising from fraudulent activities. This includes any losses or damages incurred by the platform due to fraudulent actions by users.”
12. Vendor Responsibilities for Terms and Policies
12.1 Vendor Terms and Conditions
“Each vendor/practitioner using the platform is required to create and maintain their own terms and conditions. These terms and conditions must be clearly communicated to clients prior to any service being booked. The platform is not responsible for the content or enforcement of these individual terms and conditions.”
12.2 Cancellation and Refund Policies
“Vendors/practitioners are solely responsible for establishing their own cancellation and refund policies. These policies must be clearly displayed and communicated to clients at the time of booking. The platform will not intervene in disputes regarding cancellations or refunds, and it is the responsibility of the vendor/practitioner to manage these issues directly with their clients.”
12.3 Policy Transparency
“Vendors/practitioners must ensure that all their policies, including but not limited to terms and conditions, cancellation policies, and refund policies, are transparent and easily accessible to clients. Failure to provide clear and accessible policies may result in account suspension or termination.”
12.4 Compliance with Legal and Ethical Standards
“Vendors/practitioners must ensure that their terms and conditions, as well as all other policies, comply with applicable legal and ethical standards. This includes, but is not limited to, consumer protection laws, privacy laws, and industry-specific regulations. The platform is not responsible for verifying the compliance of vendor/practitioner policies.”
12.5 Indemnity
“Vendors/practitioners agree to indemnify and hold the platform harmless from any claims, disputes, or legal actions arising from their terms and conditions, cancellation policies, refund policies, or any other policies they implement. This includes any issues related to compliance with applicable laws and regulations.”
13. Miscellaneous
13.1 Severability
“If any part of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable. The unenforceable part will be replaced with a provision that closely matches the intent of the original provision.”
13.2 Entire Agreement
“These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between the parties regarding the use of the platform. Any prior agreements, representations, or understandings, whether written or oral, are superseded by these terms.”