Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using Online Palawan, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of the terms, you may not access or use our platform.

2. Description of Service

Online Palawan provides a digital marketplace and service platform for users in Palawan, including:

• Buy and sell listings for products and services
• Local service provider connections and business profiles
• Secure messaging and transaction systems
• Community tools and business listings
• Rating and review systems
• Business analytics and growth tools

3. User Accounts

To use Online Palawan, users must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Provide truthful and complete information
• Keep account credentials secure
• Notify us immediately of suspicious activity
• Be fully responsible for account activity
• Maintain accurate business and product information
• Comply with local business regulations

4. Acceptable Use

Users are prohibited from:

• Breaking local or national laws
• Posting harmful, fraudulent, or infringing content
• Sharing accounts or login details
• Introducing malicious code
• Harassing or threatening any individuals or groups
• Manipulating platform features or rankings
• Engaging in deceptive business practices
• Violating intellectual property rights

5. Payment & Transactions

• Payments for premium features are billed in advance
• All fees are non-refundable unless stated otherwise
• Pricing may change with prior notice
• Failure to pay may result in account restrictions
• Transaction fees apply to certain services
• Users must comply with local tax regulations
• Refund policies must be clearly stated by sellers

6. Intellectual Property

Users acknowledge and agree that:

• Platform content and features are protected by copyright
• Users retain ownership of their original content
• Users grant us license to use their content for platform purposes
• Trademark and brand usage must be authorized
• Reporting mechanisms exist for IP violations

7. Dispute Resolution

For any disputes:

• Users agree to attempt informal resolution first
• Mediation services are available through the platform
• Legal proceedings must be filed in designated courts
• Class action waiver applies
• Arbitration may be used when agreed by both parties

8. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account for any violations, including:

• Breaching any of these terms
• Non-payment of fees
• Disruptive or harmful behavior
• Fraudulent activity or misrepresentation
• Extended periods of inactivity

Upon termination:

• Access to your account and data will cease
• Outstanding obligations will remain enforceable
• Certain terms survive termination

9. Disclaimer

The platform is provided "as is." Online Palawan is not liable for:

• Downtime or technical errors
• Loss of data or breaches
• Conduct of users or third parties
• Any indirect or consequential damages
• Quality of products or services listed
• Accuracy of user-provided information

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these terms at any time. Significant changes will be notified to users via email or platform notifications. Continued use of the platform after updates signifies your acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Philippines. Any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with Philippine legal standards and jurisdiction.