Terms of Service

1. Introduction and Scope

These Terms of Service govern your use of the online platform scrapfinderoz.com, available at scrapfinderoz.com. Our platform serves as a directory where scrap metal dealers, recycling centres, and associated businesses can list their services for users seeking information on scrap metal prices and locations. Anyone using this platform, whether to list a business or to find one, is referred to as a "User".

The current version of these Terms is always accessible at scrapfinderoz.com/terms for you to review or print.

Businesses listed on scrapfinderoz.com must be legally registered entities under Australian law (e.g., possess a valid ABN) and hold all necessary permits and licenses required by relevant environmental and waste management regulations at the Commonwealth, State, and Territory levels. We may request proof of compliance at any time.

These Terms apply to all interactions with scrapfinderoz.com. Any alternative or conflicting terms proposed by a User are not accepted.

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service to reflect legal or operational changes. Users will be notified of significant changes via the email address on file. Your continued use of the platform after such notification, without objecting within a specified timeframe (typically 14 days), will constitute acceptance of the new Terms.

2. Our Services

scrapfinderoz.com provides a comprehensive database of scrap metal dealers, recycling centres, and current scrap prices across Australia. While we make every effort to ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date, we do not guarantee its completeness or correctness. scrapfinderoz.com acts as a directory and is not a party to any transaction or agreement made between Users of this platform.

3. Forming an Agreement with Us

1. By using our website or submitting information to it, you agree to these Terms of Service, which forms a binding agreement between you and scrapfinderoz.com for the use of our platform.

2. To list a business, you must provide a valid business address, phone number, and a current email address. This information will be our primary method of communication with you.

3. You confirm that all information you provide is accurate, current, and complete. The use of pseudonyms or false business information is strictly forbidden.

4. The language of this agreement is English.

4. Fees and Charges

The standard features of scrapfinderoz.com are currently free to use. If we introduce any paid services in the future, we will clearly notify you of the associated fees, and you will have the choice to opt in.

5. Platform Use and Availability

You are permitted to use the platform in line with these Terms. We reserve the right to modify, add, or remove features at our discretion without notice. We do not guarantee the permanent availability of any specific feature.

While we strive for continuous access, we do not guarantee that the platform will be available without interruption.

6. User Responsibilities

1. You must comply with all applicable Australian laws when using our platform. This includes, but is not limited to, laws concerning competition, consumer rights, and environmental protection. You must not infringe upon the rights of any third party.

2. You are responsible for ensuring that your content and activities on the platform are lawful and do not violate public standards. Prohibited content includes, but is not limited to, material that is:

   • Discriminatory or hateful;
   • Glorifying violence or extremist views;
   • Promoting illegal activities or threatening harm;
   • Defamatory or harassing;
   • Infringing on intellectual property rights;
   • Pornographic, obscene, or otherwise offensive.

3. You are not permitted to reproduce, distribute, or otherwise use content from our platform for commercial purposes without our express written consent.

7. Prohibited Actions

1. You must only use the platform for its intended purpose. Sending unsolicited commercial messages (spam) to other Users is strictly forbidden.

2. You agree not to engage in any activity that could disrupt or overload our platform's infrastructure, such as:

   • Using unauthorised software or scripts;
   • Automated data scraping, copying, or modification.

3. You must promptly notify us if you encounter any issues or disruptions while using the platform.

8. Content Licensing

By uploading any content (such as text or images) to scrapfinderoz.com, you grant us a royalty-free, revocable, non-exclusive, sublicensable, and worldwide license to use, adapt, and distribute that content across our platform and associated marketing channels.

All other intellectual property rights in the platform's design, content, and code belong to scrapfinderoz.com.

9. Limitation of Liability

1. To the extent permitted by law, our liability for minor negligence is limited to breaches of essential contractual duties, and is capped at reasonably foreseeable damages. Nothing in these terms excludes, restricts or modifies any right or remedy, or any guarantee, warranty or other term or condition, implied or imposed by any legislation which cannot lawfully be excluded or limited, including the Australian Consumer Law.

2. We are not responsible for the accuracy of content provided by Users or for information on external websites linked from our platform.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold scrapfinderoz.com harmless from any third-party claims that arise from your violation of these Terms or your infringement of any law or third-party right. You agree to cover any costs we incur as a result, including reasonable legal fees.

11. Personal Information

Our collection and use of personal information are governed by our Privacy Policy and Australian privacy laws, including the Privacy Act 1988. By using our platform, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy.

12. Term and Termination

This agreement is ongoing but can be terminated by either you or us at any time without notice.

13. Suspension and Removal of Content

We reserve the right to remove content, issue warnings, or suspend Users—temporarily or permanently—if we reasonably suspect a violation of these Terms, the law, or the rights of others.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please get in touch with us at: admin-contacted@proton.me