Terms and Conditions of Use
1. Introduction
Welcome to Declutt.co.uk (“Declutt”, “we”, “our”, “us”). By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree, you must not use the website.
Declutt is an online platform that enables users to list, sell, swap, or donate clothing and accessories free of charge. We do not buy, sell, or own items listed on the platform. We generate revenue through advertising, not through user transactions.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 16 years old to create an account.
If you are under 18, you confirm that you have parental or guardian consent.
You are responsible for ensuring your use complies with applicable laws in England and Wales.
3. User Accounts
You must provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating an account.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login details and for all activity under your account.
You must not impersonate others or create fraudulent or multiple misleading accounts.
4. Listings and Content
Listings must be truthful, accurate, and not misleading.
You must have the right to sell, swap, or donate the items you list.
Prohibited items include (without limitation): counterfeit or stolen goods, hazardous materials, illegal items, and items that infringe intellectual property rights.
We may remove any content or listing that violates these Terms or our policies, at our discretion.
5. Transactions Between Users
Declutt is not a party to transactions between users and does not mediate payments or deliveries.
We do not guarantee the quality, safety, legality, or description accuracy of items or the conduct of users.
Users are solely responsible for arranging and completing transactions, including payment, shipping/collection, and any returns or refunds.
Declutt is not responsible for disputes or losses arising from user transactions.
6. Fees and Revenue
Declutt is free to use for listing, selling, swapping, and donating.
We do not charge listing fees, transaction fees, or commissions.
Our revenue is generated solely from advertising displayed on the platform.
7. Advertising and Third-Party Links
Declutt may display third-party advertisements and links.
We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites or services.
Your dealings with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser.
8. User Conduct
You agree not to use Declutt to:
Post unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or harmful content.
Harass, abuse, or threaten others.
Engage in fraudulent or deceptive activities.
Upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
Scrape, harvest data, or exploit the website for unauthorised commercial purposes.
9. Intellectual Property
We retain all rights in the design, layout, trademarks, and content of the platform.
By posting content, you grant Declutt a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to host, use, reproduce, display, and distribute your content for operating and promoting the platform. You warrant you have the necessary rights to grant this licence.
10. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
The website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.
We do not warrant uninterrupted, secure, or error-free access.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or loss of profits, data, or goodwill.
Our maximum aggregate liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to the site shall not exceed £100.
11. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Declutt, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the platform, your content, or your breach of these Terms.
12. Suspension and Termination
We may suspend or terminate access or accounts if you breach these Terms, violate laws, or engage in harmful conduct.
You may close your account at any time by contacting us at contact@declutt.co.uk.
13. Privacy
Your use of Declutt is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data, and our use of cookies and advertising technologies.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will be posted on this page with the effective date above. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) are governed by the laws of England and Wales. The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
16. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at contact@declutt.co.uk.
Declutt.co.uk is an online platform facilitating peer-to-peer listings and is not a party to user transactions.