Terms of Service
Last Updated: September 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Romeo NZ Marketplace. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Romeo NZ Marketplace website, mobile app, and related services (collectively, the “Service”) operated by Romeo NZ Marketplace (“we”, “us”, or “our”), a company registered in New Zealand.
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.
2. Definitions
- “Service” refers to the Romeo NZ Marketplace website, mobile app, and any related services.
- “User” or “you” refers to any individual accessing or using the Service.
- “Content” refers to all text, images, audio, video, and other materials available through the Service.
- “User Content” refers to any content submitted by users to the Service, including listings, photos, and messages.
- “Listing” refers to an item a user offers to sell or trade through the Service.
- “Account” refers to a registered user account on the Service.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By using our Service, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age. If you are under 18, you confirm that you have obtained consent from a parent or guardian to use the Service. Some activities require verified parental or guardian consent before you can continue.
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
4. Account Terms
When you create an account with us, you must provide accurate and complete information. You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the security of your account and password
- All activities that occur under your account
- Notifying us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.
5. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Service to:
- Violate any applicable New Zealand or international laws or regulations
- Infringe upon the rights of others, including intellectual property rights
- Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
- List items that are illegal, unsafe, counterfeit, or otherwise prohibited
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Service
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
- Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Service
- Engage in any activity that could harm minors
- Impersonate any person or entity
6. Listings, Trades, and Handover
Romeo NZ Marketplace is a venue that connects users who wish to buy, sell, or trade school items. We are not a party to any agreement between users. You are responsible for the accuracy of your listings, for the condition and legality of the items you offer, and for meeting your commitments to the other party.
We do not take ownership of listed items and we do not guarantee that any listing, bid, or trade will be completed. Arrange handovers safely, in a public place where possible, and involve a parent, guardian, or member of school staff where appropriate.
7. Intellectual Property
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Romeo NZ Marketplaceand are protected by New Zealand and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Romeo NZ Marketplace, including all platform content, branding, and related materials, is the exclusive property of Romeo NZ Marketplace. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.
You retain ownership of your User Content. By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to host, display, and distribute it for the purpose of operating the Service.
We acknowledge and respect the cultural heritage and intellectual property of Māori. Our Service is developed with cultural consultation and aims to honour Māori values and perspectives.
8. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.
By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
9. Consumer Rights (New Zealand)
If you are a consumer in New Zealand, you have rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 that cannot be excluded by contract. Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights under New Zealand consumer protection law.
Under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, services must be:
- Carried out with reasonable care and skill
- Fit for any particular purpose made known to us
- Completed within a reasonable time
If we fail to meet these guarantees, you may be entitled to a remedy under New Zealand law.
10. Disclaimers
The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
- Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of any content, including listings created by other users
Beta features: if you participate in any early access, beta, or pilot programmes, you acknowledge that the Service may contain bugs, errors, and incomplete features. Your feedback helps us improve it.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, Romeo NZ Marketplace shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill.
Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
This limitation does not apply to liability that cannot be excluded under New Zealand law, including liability under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Romeo NZ Marketplace, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.
13. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.
14. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, notifying you via email or through the Service. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.
16. Dispute Resolution
We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any disputes informally. If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, you agree to attempt resolution through mediation before pursuing any legal action.
17. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
- Romeo NZ Marketplace
- Email: legal@romeonz.co.nz
- Website: https://romeonz.co.nz