All web pages on the domain www.searchequine.com.au comprise the “Website”.

These Terms govern access to and use of the Website and the search facility of Search Equine. If you continue to access and use the Website, you acknowledge and accept these Terms and all policies on the Website.

These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.

Permitted Use

Search Equine grants to its users a non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable and limited licence to use and access the information on the Website for the user’s internal purposes, except for uses prohibited by these Terms.

No Warranty or Representation

The information on the Website may not be accurate or up to date in all instances. The Website may also include inaccuracies and typographical errors. Search Equine does not warrant the quality, accuracy or completeness of any information on the Website. The Website contains links to third party websites. Search Equine does not make any representations regarding the contents of third party websites, nor that it has any association with the third parties.

Search Equine disclaims any liability for or with respect to the contents of the Website or of any third party websites to which this Website is linked, and will not be liable to users or any third party for any loss or damage whatsoever.

No professional advice or recommendation

No information on the Website constitutes professional advice or a recommendation as to the quality or fitness for your purposes, of services provided by any person or business listed on the Website.

Intellectual Property

Search Equine owns all right, title and interest in its logos and domain names and all other intellectual property rights including copyright (including moral rights) in or relating to the Website, the database and other information on the Website, the HTML, text and code used on the Website.

This excludes rights that are vested in a third party, such as trade marks of people or businesses listed and reproduced on the Website.

Search Equine does not permit:

1. reproduction or publication of its Intellectual Property except as expressly allowed in these Terms or as necessarily reproduced in order to enable use of the Website;

2. incorporation of any information from the Website into any other database, website, publication or other work;

3. users to accumulate, store, compile, extract, reproduce or disseminate any information on the Website or any pages on the Website.

Prohibited Use

In addition to any other uses of the Website that are prohibited by these Terms, the following uses are prohibited unless you have the prior written and fully informed consent of Search Equine:

1. Do anything that interferes or attempts to interfere with the functionality of the Website;

2. Link the Website to any other website;

3. Use the Website for any use except the Permitted Use or for any unlawful purpose or activity.

4. Use contact information on the Website about a person, company or other legal entity to send unsolicited communications in any form to that person, company or other legal entity.

Horses for Sale – Terms & Conditions

1. General Overview

By listing a horse for sale on SearchEquine.com.au, you agree to adhere to these Terms and Conditions. These guidelines ensure a safe, transparent, and efficient marketplace for all users.

2. Listing Guidelines

• Accuracy: Ensure all information provided in your listing is truthful and accurate. Misleading or false information may result in the removal of your ad.
• Ownership: You must be the legal owner of the horse or have explicit permission to sell on behalf of the owner.
• Content Standards: Listings should be free from offensive language, discriminatory remarks, or any content that violates Australian laws. 

3. Fees and Payments
• Listing Fees: Fees for listings are as specified on our website.
• Refunds: Once a listing is live, fees are non-refundable, even if the horse is sold before the listing expires.

4. Listing Duration and Modifications
• Duration: Each listing remains active for 90 days unless renewed or removed earlier.
• Modifications: You can edit your listing at any time.
• Removal: If your horse is sold, please mark the listing as sold or remove it promptly. 

5. User Conduct
• Communication: Engage respectfully with potential buyers.
• Prohibited Activities: Do not engage in fraudulent activities, spamming, or any actions that could harm other users or the platform’s integrity.

6. Liability and Disclaimers
• Platform Role: Search Equine acts as a venue for listings and does not participate in transactions between buyers and sellers.
• No Guarantees: We do not guarantee the sale of your horse or the performance of any buyer.
• Indemnity: You agree to indemnify Search Equine against any claims arising from your listings or interactions on the platform. 

7. Privacy and Data Use
• Information Sharing: Your contact information will be shared with potential buyers.
• Marketing Communications: By listing, you consent to receive marketing communications from Search Equine. You can opt-out at any time.

8. Amendments
Search Equine reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on the website. Continued use of the platform signifies acceptance of the updated terms.