Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using BnB Ship. By using our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Last updated: January 15, 2025

Welcome to BnB Ship

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the BnB Ship platform, website, and mobile application (collectively, the “Platform”). BnB Ship is a marketplace for buying, selling, and managing short-term rental properties.

By creating an account or using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy and any additional terms that may apply to specific features or services.

Important: These Terms include important provisions such as a binding arbitration clause and class action waiver that affect your legal rights. Please read them carefully.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using BnB Ship ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, mobile application, and all related services (collectively, the "Platform"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Platform.

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Description of Service

BnB Ship is an online marketplace that connects property investors with opportunities to buy, sell, and manage short-term rental properties.

    Our Platform provides:

  • Property listing and discovery tools
  • Communication systems between buyers and sellers
  • Transaction facilitation and escrow services
  • Property management resources and analytics
  • Community features and educational content

BnB Ship acts as an intermediary and is not a party to any agreements between users. We do not own, manage, or operate any properties listed on our Platform.

User Accounts and Responsibilities

To access certain features of our Platform, you must create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Platform for any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to perform unlawful acts. Prohibited activities include:

  • Violating any local, state, national, or international law
  • Transmitting or posting content that is illegal, harmful, or offensive
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Using automated systems to access or use our Platform
  • Interfering with other users' use and enjoyment of the Platform
  • Impersonating another person or entity
  • Engaging in fraudulent activities or misrepresenting property information
  • Harassment, threats, or intimidation of other users

Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your account and legal action.

Payments and Fees

BnB Ship charges service fees for successful transactions completed through our Platform. Current fees are:

  • Property transaction fee: 3% of the sale price
  • Listing fees: Free for basic listings, premium options available
  • Escrow services: Included in transaction fees
  • Additional services: As specified at time of purchase

All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. We reserve the right to change our fee structure with 30 days' notice.

Payment processing is handled by third-party providers. You agree to comply with their terms and conditions. We are not responsible for any fees charged by your financial institution.

Property Listings and Content

Users who list properties on our Platform are responsible for:

  • Ensuring all information provided is accurate and current
  • Complying with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Having proper authorization to list and sell the property
  • Providing clear and accurate photos and descriptions
  • Disclosing all material facts about the property

    BnB Ship reserves the right to remove listings that:

  • Contain false or misleading information
  • Violate our content policies
  • Do not comply with applicable laws
  • Are reported by other users for legitimate concerns

We do not verify the accuracy of listing information and recommend that buyers conduct their own due diligence.

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

    BnB Ship disclaims all warranties, including:

  • Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Security or freedom from viruses or harmful components

    Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. In no event shall BnB Ship be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Damages arising from user interactions or transactions
  • Third-party actions or content

Our total liability shall not exceed the fees paid by you to BnB Ship in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Additional Legal Information

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada and the Province of Ontario. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of Ontario, Canada.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Platform at any time, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at legal@bnbship.com or through our contact page.

Questions About These Terms?

Our legal team is available to help clarify any questions you may have about our Terms of Service.

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