Version: 1.4 (Last Updated: March 15, 2024)

AGREEMENT BETWEEN USER AND ONLINETRADESMEN

DEFINITIONS

  • "We", "us", "our": Refers to Onlinetradesmen.ie, operated by Great Trade Limited (Company Number 331220), with a registered office in Unit 14, Churchtown Business Park, Dublin 14.
  • "You", "your": Refers to the user of the Onlinetradesmen.ie website.
  • "Service Providers": Independent businesses that subscribe to Onlinetradesmen.ie. They are not affiliated with us beyond their subscription and are solely responsible for their work and any communications with you arising from your use of the site.

By using our website, you agree to these terms and conditions.

CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

We may update these terms at any time, including any charges related to using Onlinetradesmen.ie. Notice of changes will be provided to registered users with valid accounts using the email provided by you within 30 days.

USING ONLINETRADESMEN.IE TO FIND SERVICE PROVIDERS

  1. You warrant that all the information that you have provided to Onlinetradesmen during the submission process, including project information and your contact details, are both true and accurate.
  2. You can only use Onlinetradesmen.ie to find services for your own properties for which you have authorisation to sanction third-party services.
  3. Service providers on our site are independent businesses. Any discussion, agreements, or contracts you make are solely between you and the provider.
  4. You are responsible for choosing a service provider that meets your needs. We are not liable for any damages related to providers found on our site. You fully indemnify us from all liability related to your use of Onlinetradesmen.ie.
  5. To help you find providers, we may share your project details and other information you have submitted, including your phone number and name, with them.
  6. You agree to receive emails, SMS, direct mail, or calls for the proper functioning of our service. You may also receive marketing information where you have opted in to your newsletters.

Our site may have links to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or how they operate.

USING ONLINETRADESMEN.IE RESPONSIBLY

You agree not to use our site for any illegal, harmful, or prohibited activities.

DIGITAL SERVICES ACT (DSA)

Onlinetradesmen takes its obligations under the DSA seriously and provides transparent procedures to protect its users.

Reporting Illegal Content:

If you believe content on our platform is illegal or violates our Terms of Use, please follow the instructions below. Be specific in your submission and provide an explanation along with relevant URLs. Incomplete reports may not be processed.

  • Use our contact form (select 'Report Illegal Content').
  • Explain clearly why you believe the content is illegal.
  • We will review reports within 3 business days.
  • We will contact you via the email address that you have provided under your submission with our actions.

DSA Contact:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Mail: DPO Officer, Onlinetradesmen, Unit 14 Churchtown Business Park, Dublin 14, D14 W257, Ireland

Seller Verification:

  • We take seller standards seriously and have mandatory checks in place. We run a series of validations and identity checks on all service providers on our sites.

Transparency Reporting:

  • While not designated as a VLOP (Very Large Online Platform) under the DSA legislation, Onlinetradesmen.ie believes in providing transparency to its users. As such it commits to report on an annual basis (i.e once per 12 months) on activity relating to its services under DSA legislation. Annual reporting will be published on its website Blog to include the volume of notices received, the nature of the notices, and actions taken.

Protecting Minors:

  • If you are under 18, your parent or guardian must agree to your use of our site. Our contract is with the parent or guardian, who is responsible for the minor's compliance. We advise parents or guardians who permit minors to use Onlinetradesmen.ie that it is important that they communicate with minors about their safety online. Minors who are using any interactive service should be made aware of the potential risks to them. You are responsible for making all arrangements necessary for you to have access to the Onlinetradesmen.ie Website. You are also responsible for ensuring that all persons who access Onlinetradesmen.ie through your internet connection, including any minors, are aware of these terms, and that they comply with them.

COMMUNICATING WITH USERS/ONLINE FORUMS

Onlinetradesmen.ie may have features like forums or message boards. By using these, you agree to:

  • Only post appropriate and relevant content.
  • Not harass, threaten, or abuse others.
  • Respect others' privacy and intellectual property.
  • Refrain from hate speech. This includes any content that promotes violence or hatred against individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other protected categories.
  • Not post spam, self-promotional content, or content that is defamatory or infringes on others' rights.

Data Protection: We respect your privacy. For details on how we collect and use your information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

We may remove any content we deem inappropriate, including hate speech. We may also terminate your access to these features at any time.

CONTENT SUBMISSIONS

We do not claim ownership of any content you submit to our site (this includes feedback, ratings, images, or videos). However, by submitting content, you grant us the right to use certain types of content in connection with operating and promoting our business. This includes sharing relevant, non-private information on our platform, social channels, or in other marketing materials.

Example Usages:

  • Displaying customer testimonials or positive ratings on our website.
  • Featuring project "before and after" images in our social media posts.

Privacy Protection: We will never use your personal information (name, contact details) or private project details for promotional activities without your explicit consent.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

Information May Have Errors: The information on our website might have mistakes or typos. We regularly update it, but we can't guarantee everything is 100% accurate at all times.

Hiring and Contracting: We are not responsible for any results or consequences arising from your decisions to hire or contract service providers found on Onlinetradesmen.ie. Always perform your own due diligence and make informed decisions based on your own judgment.

Get Professional Advice: Don't rely on our website for critical decisions (medical, legal, financial, etc.). Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your situation.

Limited Liability: To the fullest extent allowed by law, we are not liable for any damages related to:

  • Using or being unable to use Onlinetradesmen.ie.
  • Information found on our website.
  • Delays, problems, or errors with our services.

Your Options: If you're unhappy with any part of our website or these terms, your only option is to stop using Onlinetradesmen.ie.

Contact Us: If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected] or via our contact form.

TERMINATION/ACCESS RESTRICTION

Our Right to Terminate: We may terminate or restrict your access to Onlinetradesmen.ie at any time, without giving any reason.

Jurisdictional Limits: If any part of these terms conflicts with the law in your location, it may not apply to you.

No Special Relationship: Using our website does not create any partnership, employment, or similar relationship between you and Onlinetradesmen.ie.

Legal Compliance: We may have to share your information or limit your access if required by law enforcement or government agencies.

Severability: If a court finds any part of these terms invalid, the rest of the terms remain in effect.

The Final Word: This agreement is the complete understanding between you and Onlinetradesmen.ie regarding our website.

GOVERNING LAW

These terms of use are governed by the laws of the Republic of Ireland. Any legal disputes related to our website will be handled in Irish courts.

All content on Onlinetradesmen.ie is protected by copyright. The term 'Onlinetradesmen' is protected by an EU trademark. All rights reserved.

OTHER TRADEMARKS

Other company or product names mentioned on our site might be trademarks of their respective owners. We make no claim of association with them.

If you believe content on our website violates copyright, please contact us via our contact form. Include details about the infringing content and your contact information.