Website Rental - TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TRADE & PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 8th July 2025

By using our website rental services, you agree to these Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully.

1. Definitions & Interpretation

1.1 “Supplier,” “we,” or “us” refers to [Your Business Name], including our successors and assigns.
1.2 “Client,” “you,” or “your” refers to the Client purchasing website services from us or any person acting on your behalf.
1.3 “Services” refers to all services we provide, including website design, development, UX/UI, content creation (excluding high-quality images, videos, and other multimedia), eCommerce setup, and minimal SEO.
1.4 “Agreement” refers to these Terms & Conditions, our Privacy Policy, and any related schedules or amendments.
1.5 “Cookies” are small files used to enhance your website experience, which you can disable.
1.6 “Website” refers to the website we build and provide to you under this agreement, hosted and built on the Squarespace, Webflow or Framer platforms.
1.7 “Mini eCommerce” & “Business Plan” Rent to Own Plan means the plan where you may acquire ownership after completing 24 consecutive months of rental payments.
1.8 “Essentials Plan” mean plans that are rental-only and do not include ownership transfer.

2. Scope of Services

2.1 We provide full-service website development on Squarespace, Webflow, or Framer, including the design and creation of your website, UX/UI, some basic content (like text, icons, and images), and minimal SEO.
2.2 High-quality, brand-specific images, videos, and additional multimedia must be provided by you.
2.3 We will deliver a fully functional website. Unless you complete the Mini eCommerce Rent to Own term, you will not own the underlying code or design.
2.4 For the Mini eCommerce and Business Rent to Own Plans, after 24 consecutive monthly payments, ownership of your website will transfer to you. We will also provide up to 10 hours of training to help you manage your website independently.
2.5 The Essentials plan is strictly rental agreements. No ownership transfer applies, regardless of the duration of your subscription.

3. No Transfer of Website

3.1 The website, including design, code, icons, and all associated materials (such as images, text, and content), remains the sole property of [Your Business Name] unless ownership is explicitly granted under the Mini eCommerce Rent to Own and Business Plans.
3.2 If you cancel your rental agreement, you will not receive any of the website’s content (text, images, etc.) or the underlying code. The content and code remain the property of [Your Business Name] and will not be transferred under any circumstances.
3.3 You cannot transfer the website to another platform or make use of the design, code, or any other content created for any purpose beyond what is allowed under this agreement.
3.4 If you cancel your Mini eCommerce or Business Rent to Own Plans, any entitlement to ownership of the website is void. If you rejoin later, your 24-month term restarts.
3.5 For clarity, ownership transfer is only available under the Mini eCommerce and Business Rent to Own Plans. All other plans remain rental-only with no ownership transfer.

4. Rent to Own Model

4.1 Mini eCommerce and Business Rent to Own Plans: There are no contracts, but if you choose to stay for 24 consecutive months of uninterrupted payments, we will not charge after that from our end.
4.2 After completing the 24-month term, depending on the platform used to build your website (Squarespace, Webflow, or Framer), you will only need to pay a small fee directly to them. Once this is done, our agreement with you finishes, and our terms and conditions no longer apply.
4.3 After the 24-month term, you will own your design, logo, images, content, and any custom code we have added. However, the underlying platform code (i.e., the Squarespace, Webflow, or Framer platform) will remain with the platform and is not transferable.
4.4 If you cancel or do not continue with the 24-month term, you will not have ownership of the website, and the arrangement remains rental-only.

5. Price and Payment

5.1 The price for services is specified at the time of purchase. All payments are billed in advance, either monthly or annually, depending on your chosen plan.
5.2 Payments are non-refundable. You may cancel your service at any time with 7 days’ written notice, but no refunds will be issued for unused days or months.
5.3 You are renting the website for the agreed term. If you cancel, you will not receive any website code or associated materials.
5.4 If you cancel your Mini eCommerce Rent to Own Plan within the first 12 months, you will forfeit eligibility for any free domain included in your plan and agree to pay a $50 NZD domain registration fee to cover domain costs incurred on your behalf.
5.5 Our fees are separate from any fees charged by Squarespace, Webflow, Framer, Stripe, or other third-party providers. If you request additional features or integrations not included in your plan, these may incur extra costs from third parties. We will always communicate these fees to you in advance, and they will only be added to your agreement with your consent.
5.6 Stripe transaction fees are not included in your plan. Stripe charges its own fees per transaction (for example, 2.9% + 30¢ per successful domestic card payment). We are not affiliated with Stripe. We simply use their services in your website to process your payments.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 We are not responsible for any damages or losses arising from your use of the website, including any third-party errors, outages, or failures.
6.2 Our liability is limited to the amount you have paid for our services.
6.3 We are not responsible for any costs, disputes, or losses caused by changes to Squarespace, Webflow, Framer, Stripe, or any other third-party services or fees.
6.4 We do not guarantee any business results, sales, or revenue from your website.
6.5 Business Content Responsibility: While we implement a process to ensure businesses are legitimate through our onboarding procedure, we are not responsible for the products or services being sold or advertised on your website. Any complaints or issues regarding the business’s products or services must be raised directly between the business owner and their customers. We do not intervene in business transactions or product/service disputes.

7. Website Usage and Restrictions

7.1 The website, including all design, content, and code, is provided solely for your business use under this agreement.
7.2 You may not transfer, copy, or use the website’s design, code, or intellectual property beyond the scope of this agreement.
7.3 After ownership transfers under the Mini eCommerce or Business Rent to Own Plans, you are fully responsible for managing and maintaining your website, including compliance with privacy, tax, and consumer protection laws.

Privacy Policy

This privacy policy governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by [Your Business Name] ("we," "our," or "us"). By using our website rental services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Personal Information

1.1 ‘Personal Information’ refers to information about an identifiable individual and includes the individual’s name, address, email address, and telephone numbers.
1.2 We collect personal information when you interact with us, such as when you sign up for our services, request information, or communicate with us.

2. Collection of Information

2.1 We may collect personal information when you purchase our services, register for events, subscribe to our newsletters, or communicate with us.
2.2 We may collect technical information, such as your browser type, device information, and IP address, when you visit our website.

3. Use of Information

3.1 We may use personal information to process your service requests, provide customer support, and communicate with you about new services or promotional activities.
3.2 We may also use personal information for marketing purposes, unless you opt out.

4. Disclosure of Information

4.1 We may share your personal information with third parties for the purpose of providing services to you or fulfilling legal obligations.
4.2 We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4.3 We may disclose your information to related companies or contractors, provided they are bound by confidentiality obligations.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website, track interactions, and enhance functionality.
5.2 You can disable cookies in your browser, but doing so may impact the performance of certain features on our website.

6. Security of Information

6.1 We implement security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.
6.2 We use SSL encryption for secure communication and third-party payment gateways to process payments securely.

7. Access and Correction of Information

7.1 You have the right to access and request the correction of your personal information under the Privacy Act 2020.
7.2 If you wish to update or correct your personal information, please contact us.

8. Data Retention

8.1 We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
8.2 We may retain personal information for a reasonable period following the termination of services for administrative purposes.

9. Third-Party Websites

9.1 Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these external sites.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

10.1 We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and you will be notified of any significant updates.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Terms of Service or Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@websiterental.co.nz