Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using FlashFinds ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service. FlashFinds is a marketplace platform that connects customers with restaurants offering surplus food at discounted prices to reduce food waste.

Description of Service

FlashFinds provides:

• A platform for restaurants to list surplus food deals
• A marketplace for customers to discover and purchase discounted food
• Order management and pickup coordination
• Environmental impact tracking and reporting
• Payment processing and customer support

User Accounts

Account Creation

• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• You must be at least 18 years old to create an account
• One account per person or business entity

Account Responsibilities

• Keep your login credentials secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• You are liable for all activities under your account
• Provide accurate location and contact information

Orders and Payments

Order Process

• Orders are subject to availability and restaurant confirmation
• Prices and availability may change without notice
• You must pick up orders within the specified time window
• No-shows may result in account restrictions

Payment Terms

• Payment is processed at the time of order placement
• All prices include applicable taxes and fees
• Refunds are subject to our refund policy
• We reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders

Refund Policy

• Refunds available if restaurant cancels your order
• No refunds for missed pickup times
• Quality issues must be reported within 24 hours
• Refunds processed within 5-7 business days

Restaurant Partner Terms

• Must have valid business licenses and permits
• Responsible for food safety and quality standards
• Must accurately describe food items and allergens
• Comply with local health department regulations
• Honor confirmed orders and pickup times
• Pay applicable service fees as agreed

Prohibited Uses

You may not use FlashFinds to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful or malicious content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use automated tools to access the Service
• Resell or redistribute food purchased through the platform
• Create fake accounts or provide false information
• Harass or abuse other users or restaurant partners

Food Safety and Liability

• FlashFinds is a marketplace platform, not a food provider
• Restaurants are solely responsible for food safety and quality
• Check food quality and allergen information before consumption
• Report any food safety concerns immediately
• FlashFinds is not liable for food-related illness or allergic reactions
• Consume purchased food promptly and follow storage guidelines

Intellectual Property

The FlashFinds platform, including its design, features, and content, is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our platform or content
• Use our trademarks or branding without permission
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Create derivative works based on our platform

Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using FlashFinds, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account at any time for violations of these Terms. Upon termination:

• Your access to the Service will be immediately revoked
• Outstanding orders may be canceled
• Certain provisions of these Terms will survive termination

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or app notification. Continued use of FlashFinds after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country]. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us: