Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Tempo (tempo-watches.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use the Platform. Tempo reserves the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and legally able to enter into binding contracts to use Tempo. By creating an account, you represent that you meet these requirements and that all information you provide is accurate and complete.

3. Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access. Tempo reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in fraudulent activity.

4. Marketplace Rules

Tempo is a marketplace connecting watch buyers and sellers. Tempo is not a party to the transaction between buyers and sellers — we provide the platform, escrow services, and dispute resolution.

For Sellers: You must accurately represent the watches you list, including brand, model, condition, and authenticity. You must be the legal owner of any watch you list. Deliberately misrepresenting a watch is a violation of these terms and may result in account termination and legal action. Sellers are responsible for shipping watches securely with tracked, insured delivery.

For Buyers: You agree to pay the listed price plus insured shipping. You must inspect the watch within the designated inspection period and either approve the purchase or open a dispute. Failure to act within the inspection period may result in automatic approval and release of funds to the seller.

5. Prohibited Items

The following items may not be listed on Tempo: counterfeit or replica watches; stolen watches or watches without clear legal ownership; watches with undisclosed modifications or aftermarket parts represented as original; any items that are illegal to sell in the seller's or buyer's jurisdiction. Tempo reserves the right to remove any listing that violates these rules.

6. Escrow and Payments

All transactions on Tempo are processed through our escrow system. When a buyer makes a purchase, payment is held in escrow and is not released to the seller until the buyer receives and approves the watch. Sellers receive their funds after buyer approval. Tempo charges zero commission to sellers and no additional fees to buyers beyond insured shipping.

7. Disputes and Refunds

If a buyer believes a watch does not match the listing description, they may open a dispute during the inspection period. Tempo will review the evidence from both parties and make a determination. If the buyer's claim is valid, they must return the watch at their expense and will receive a full refund. If the seller's listing was accurate, funds will be released to the seller. Tempo's dispute resolution decision is final.

8. Fees

Tempo charges 0% commission to sellers. There are no listing fees, subscription fees, or hidden charges for sellers. Buyers pay the listed watch price plus insured shipping. There are no additional buyer fees. Fee structures may change with notice to users.

9. Intellectual Property

The Tempo platform, including its design, code, and content (excluding user-submitted content), is owned by Tempo and protected by intellectual property laws. Watch brand names and logos referenced on the platform are trademarks of their respective owners and are used solely to identify the products being sold.

10. Limitation of Liability

Tempo provides the platform on an "as is" basis. While we strive to verify sellers and ensure accurate listings, we do not guarantee the authenticity, condition, or value of any watch listed on the platform. Tempo is not liable for losses arising from transactions between buyers and sellers, except as specifically covered by our escrow and dispute resolution services. Our total liability to you shall not exceed the fees you have paid to Tempo in the preceding 12 months.

11. Termination

You may close your account at any time by contacting us. Tempo may suspend or terminate your account for violations of these terms, fraudulent activity, or any other reason at our discretion. Upon termination, any pending transactions will be handled in accordance with our escrow policies.

12. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [To be determined upon LLC formation], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at support@tempo-watches.com.