Terms of Service for EuropeVoices.com

Last Updated: May 19, 2025

Welcome to EuropeVoices.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “EuropeVoices”), a forum website that allows users to post items for sale or offer services (“Posters”) and enables viewers to contact Posters (“Viewers”). By accessing or using EuropeVoices.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (the “Terms”), our Privacy Policy (europevoices.com/privacy-policy), and any additional guidelines or rules referenced herein. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

These Terms apply to all users, including Posters, Viewers, registered users, and guests. They outline your rights, obligations, and responsibilities, as well as our commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful platform.

  1. About EuropeVoices.com

EuropeVoices.com is operated by [Insert Legal Entity Name], a company registered in [Insert Country of Registration] with registration number [Insert Registration Number]. Our registered address is [Insert Address]. The Website facilitates:

  • Posting: Posters can create accounts, post items for sale or offer services, and communicate with Viewers.
  • Browsing and Contacting: Viewers can browse posts and contact Posters to inquire about or purchase items or services.

We provide a platform for user interactions but are not a party to any transactions or agreements between Posters and Viewers.

  1. Our Commitment to Community Standards

We are dedicated to fostering a community that is free from discrimination, exploitation, and disrespect. All users must adhere to the following principles:

  • Non-Discrimination: No discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
  • Fairness: No fraudulent, misleading, or exploitative practices, such as posting false information or taking advantage of others.
  • Respect: Communicate courteously and avoid harassment, offensive language, or abusive behavior.

Violations of these standards may result in content removal, account suspension, or termination, at our sole discretion.

  1. Eligibility to Use the Website

To use the Website, you must:

  • Be at least 16 years old. The Website is not intended for users under 16.
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
  • Not be prohibited from using the Website under applicable laws or due to prior bans from EuropeVoices.com.

By accessing the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

  1. Account Creation and Responsibilities
  2. Registration

To post items or services, you must create an account by providing a username, email address, and password. You may optionally provide additional details (e.g., name, phone number, or profile picture).

  • Accuracy: Provide accurate and up-to-date information during registration and maintain its accuracy.
  • Security: Safeguard your account credentials. You are responsible for all activities under your account. Notify us immediately at support@europevoices.com (mailto:support@europevoices.com) if you suspect unauthorized access.
  • Single Account: Each user is limited to one account. Creating multiple accounts to bypass restrictions is prohibited.
  1. Account Termination

You may delete your account at any time via account settings or by contacting support@europevoices.com (mailto:support@europevoices.com). We may suspend or terminate your account for:

  • Violating these Terms or our community standards.
  • Engaging in fraudulent, illegal, or abusive activities.
  • Prolonged inactivity (e.g., over 12 months, with prior notice).

Upon termination, your posts and messages may be removed, and you will lose access to your account. Data retention is governed by our Privacy Policy (insert-link-to-privacy-policy).

  1. Posting Content
  2. Content Guidelines

When posting items for sale or offering services, you agree to:

  • Accuracy: Ensure all information (e.g., item descriptions, prices, condition) is truthful and not misleading.
  • Legality: Only post items or services that are legal to sell or offer in your jurisdiction and the Viewer’s jurisdiction.
  • Ownership: Confirm you have the right to sell or offer the item or service.
  • Appropriateness: Avoid content that is offensive, discriminatory, harassing, or violates our community standards.
  • Prohibited Content: Do not post:
    • Illegal goods or services (e.g., drugs, weapons, stolen items).
    • Hazardous materials (e.g., explosives, toxic substances).
    • Adult content or services.
    • Counterfeit or infringing items.
    • Content promoting hate, violence, or discrimination.

A full list of prohibited items is available at [Insert Link to Prohibited Items Policy].

  1. Public Visibility

Posts, including item descriptions, prices, and any contact details you provide, are visible to all Website users and may be indexed by search engines. You are responsible for any personal information shared in posts.

  1. Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove posts that violate these Terms or our community standards. We may use automated tools or manual reviews to moderate content.

  1. License to Your Content

By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content on the Website for the purpose of operating and promoting the platform. You retain ownership of your content and are responsible for ensuring it does not infringe third-party rights (e.g., copyrights, trademarks).

  1. Communication and Transactions
  2. Messaging System

We provide a messaging system for Posters and Viewers to communicate. You agree to:

  • Use the system respectfully and in compliance with our community standards.
  • Avoid sharing sensitive personal information unnecessarily.
  • Report abusive or inappropriate messages to support@europevoices.com (mailto:support@europevoices.com).
  1. Transactions Between Users
  • User Responsibility: Transactions (e.g., sales, service agreements) are solely between Posters and Viewers. We are not a party to these transactions and do not guarantee their outcome.
  • Due Diligence: Verify the identity and legitimacy of other users before entering transactions. We do not verify or endorse user-provided information.
  • Payments: Payments for items or services are handled directly between users unless we offer a specific payment feature (e.g., for promoted posts). We are not responsible for payment disputes.
  • Disputes: Resolve transaction disputes directly with the other party. We may provide contact information or remove offending content but are not obligated to mediate.
  1. Feedback and Reviews

You may submit feedback or reviews about transactions or interactions. Feedback must:

  • Be honest and based on your actual experience.
  • Comply with our community standards (e.g., no discriminatory or abusive language).
  • Not violate third-party rights or applicable laws.

We may remove feedback that violates these Terms. Feedback is publicly visible and may impact a user’s reputation on the platform.

  1. Fees and Paid Features

Basic features (e.g., posting, browsing, messaging) are free. We may offer optional paid features, such as promoted posts or premium accounts.

  • Fees: Fees will be clearly disclosed before you opt in. Payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g., [Insert Processor, e.g., Stripe]).
  • Refunds: Refunds for paid features are subject to our refund policy, available at [Insert Link to Refund Policy]. We do not provide refunds for transactions between users.
  • Taxes: You are responsible for any taxes applicable to paid features or transactions.
  1. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Violate these Terms, our community standards, or applicable laws.
  • Use the Website for illegal purposes, such as fraud, money laundering, or selling prohibited items.
  • Post false, misleading, or defamatory content.
  • Harass, threaten, or discriminate against other users.
  • Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data without permission.
  • Attempt to hack, disrupt, or overload the Website (e.g., via DDoS attacks).
  • Impersonate another person or entity.
  • Interfere with other users’ ability to use the Website.

Violations may result in content removal, account suspension, termination, or legal action. We may report illegal activities to relevant authorities.

  1. Intellectual Property
  2. Our Intellectual Property

The Website, including its design, logos, text, and software, is owned by europevoices.com or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our content without written permission.

  1. Your Content

You are responsible for ensuring your content does not infringe third-party intellectual property rights. If you believe content on the Website infringes your rights, submit a notice to copyright@europevoices.com (mailto:copyright@europevoices.com) with:

  • A description of the infringing content and its location.
  • Your contact information.
  • Evidence of your rights to the content.
  • A statement that you believe the use is unauthorized.

We will investigate and may remove infringing content in accordance with applicable laws, including the EU Directive on Copyright.

  1. Privacy and Data Protection

We process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy (insert-link-to-privacy-policy), which details how we collect, use, share, and protect your data. By using the Website, you agree to our data practices. Under the GDPR, you have rights to access, rectify, delete, or restrict your data, as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

  1. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • As-Is Service: The Website is provided “as is” without warranties, express or implied, including warranties of uninterrupted access, accuracy, or error-free operation.
  • No Liability for Transactions: We are not liable for losses, damages, or disputes arising from transactions or interactions between users, including issues with item quality, delivery, or payment.
  • General Liability: We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., loss of profits, data, or goodwill) arising from your use of the Website. Our total liability for any claim is limited to the amount you paid us (if any) in the past 12 months.
  • Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for third-party websites linked on the Website or their content.

These limitations do not affect your mandatory statutory rights under applicable consumer protection laws.

  1. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless europevoices.com, its affiliates, officers, and employees from any claims, damages, or costs (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms or applicable laws.
  • Your content or conduct on the Website.
  • Your transactions or disputes with other users.
  1. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, with or without notice, for:

  • Violating these Terms or our community standards.
  • Complying with legal requirements or investigations.
  • Protecting the safety, security, or integrity of the Website or users.

You may stop using the Website at any time. Sections 10 (Intellectual Property), 12 (Limitation of Liability), 13 (Indemnification), and 16 (Governing Law) survive termination.

  1. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a Website notice at least 30 days before they take effect. The updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance.

  1. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
  2. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Insert Country of Registration], without regard to conflict of law principles. For users in the European Union, this does not affect your mandatory consumer protection rights under your local laws.

  1. Dispute Resolution
  • Informal Resolution: If you have a dispute, contact us at support@europevoices.com (mailto:support@europevoices.com) to resolve it informally within 30 days.
  • Formal Disputes: If unresolved, disputes will be settled in the courts of [Insert City/Country of Registration], unless your local laws require otherwise (e.g., EU consumers may use their local courts).
  • EU Online Dispute Resolution: EU residents may use the European Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution platform at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/.
  1. Miscellaneous
  • Entire Agreement: These Terms, the Privacy Policy (insert-link-to-privacy-policy), and any referenced policies constitute the entire agreement between you and us.
  • Severability: If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
  • No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver.
  • Assignment: We may assign these Terms to a successor (e.g., in a merger or acquisition). You may not assign them without our written consent.
  • Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays or failures due to events beyond our reasonable control (e.g., natural disasters, cyberattacks).
  1. Contact Us

For questions, support, or complaints, please contact:

Email: support@europevoices.com

Postal Address: 

          Europevoices.com 

          PO Box 11

          Farmington, CT 06062

Phone: 941-212-0310

For data protection inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@europevoices.com (mailto:privacy@europevoices.com).

Thank you for being part of the EuropeVoices.com community. We are committed to providing a safe, fair, and respectful platform for all users.

Prohibited Items and Use Policy for EuropeVoices.com

Last Updated: May 19, 2025

At EuropeVoices.com, we are committed to maintaining a safe, lawful, and respectful platform for all users. This Prohibited Items and Use Policy outlines items, services, and behaviors that are not permitted on our forum website, where users can post items for sale or offer services (“Posters”) and viewers can contact Posters (“Viewers”). This policy ensures compliance with applicable laws, including European regulations, and upholds our community standards of non-discrimination, fairness, and respect.

  1. Purpose of This Policy

This policy defines:

  • Prohibited Items and Services: Goods or services that cannot be posted, offered, or traded on the Website.
  • Prohibited Use: Behaviors or activities that violate our community standards or applicable laws.

Violations may result in content removal, account suspension, termination, or legal action, as outlined in our Terms of Service (insert-link-to-terms-of-service).

  1. Prohibited Items and Services

The following items and services are strictly prohibited from being posted, offered, or traded on EuropeVoices.com. This list is not exhaustive, and we reserve the right to remove any content deemed inappropriate or unlawful.

  1. Illegal Goods and Services
  • Items or services that are illegal to sell, possess, or offer in your jurisdiction or the Viewer’s jurisdiction, including but not limited to:
    • Narcotics, controlled substances, or drug paraphernalia.
    • Firearms, ammunition, explosives, or weapons prohibited by law.
    • Stolen goods or property.
    • Human trafficking or related services.
    • Hacking tools or services (e.g., malware, phishing tools).
  1. Hazardous or Dangerous Items
  • Explosives, flammable materials, or toxic substances (e.g., fireworks, gasoline, pesticides).
  • Radioactive materials or items posing health risks.
  • Items recalled by manufacturers or regulators for safety reasons.
  1. Adult Content and Services
  • Pornographic materials, adult entertainment, or sexually explicit services.
  • Escort services or prostitution.
  • Content depicting nudity or explicit sexual conduct.
  1. Counterfeit and Infringing Items
  • Counterfeit goods (e.g., fake designer products, unauthorized replicas).
  • Pirated software, media, or digital content.
  • Items infringing intellectual property rights (e.g., copyrights, trademarks, patents).
  1. Discriminatory or Hateful Content
  • Items or services promoting hate, violence, or discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic.
  • Symbols or memorabilia associated with hate groups (e.g., Nazi or extremist symbols, unless for educational or historical purposes and pre-approved by us).
  1. Regulated Goods
  • Prescription medications or medical devices without proper authorization.
  • Tobacco products, e-cigarettes, or vaping devices (where restricted by law).
  • Alcohol, unless compliant with local licensing laws and clearly disclosed.
  • Endangered species, animal parts (e.g., ivory, fur), or products violating wildlife protection laws.
  1. Financial Products and Services
  • Unlicensed financial services (e.g., loans, investments, cryptocurrencies).
  • Pyramid schemes, multi-level marketing schemes, or Ponzi schemes.
  • Counterfeit currency or financial instruments.
  1. Other Prohibited Items
  • Human organs, tissues, or body parts.
  • Lottery tickets, gambling services, or raffles (unless legally authorized).
  • Personal data or databases containing personal information.
  • Government-issued IDs, licenses, or passports.
  • Items encouraging illegal activity (e.g., lock-picking kits, fake credentials).
  1. Prohibited Use and Behavior

In addition to prohibited items, the following behaviors and uses of the Website are not permitted:

  • Fraudulent or Misleading Conduct:
    • Posting false, inaccurate, or misleading information about items or services.
    • Engaging in scams, phishing, or deceptive practices.
    • Misrepresenting the condition, authenticity, or value of an item.
  • Discrimination and Harassment:
    • Discriminating against users based on protected characteristics (e.g., race, gender, religion).
    • Using abusive, threatening, or offensive language in posts, messages, or feedback.
    • Harassing or intimidating other users.
  • Exploitation:
    • Taking advantage of others through unfair pricing, coercion, or manipulation.
    • Soliciting personal information under false pretenses.
  • Unauthorized Use:
    • Using automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access, collect, or manipulate Website data.
    • Attempting to hack, disrupt, or overload the Website (e.g., DDoS attacks).
    • Creating multiple accounts to bypass restrictions or manipulate reputation.
  • Impersonation:
    • Pretending to be another person, entity, or organization.
    • Using another user’s account or credentials without permission.
  • Commercial Misuse:
    • Using the Website for unauthorized commercial advertising or spamming.
    • Posting content unrelated to selling items or offering services (e.g., chain letters, petitions).
  • Illegal Activities:
    • Using the Website to facilitate or promote illegal activities, such as money laundering or tax evasion.
    • Violating export control or trade sanction laws.
  1. Enforcement

We actively monitor the Website to ensure compliance with this policy, using both automated tools and manual reviews. If you violate this policy, we may:

  • Remove or edit offending posts, messages, or feedback.
  • Issue warnings to your account.
  • Suspend or terminate your account, as outlined in our Terms of Service (insert-link-to-terms-of-service).
  • Report illegal activities to law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
  • Cooperate with legal requests, including providing user information as required by law.

Users can report violations by contacting support@europevoices.com (mailto:support@europevoices.com) with details of the offending content or behavior.

  1. User Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • Ensuring your posts and actions comply with this policy and applicable laws.
  • Verifying the legality of items or services in your jurisdiction and the Viewer’s jurisdiction.
  • Reviewing and understanding our Terms of Service (insert-link-to-terms-of-service) and Privacy Policy (insert-link-to-privacy-policy).
  • Reporting prohibited items or behaviors to us promptly.
  1. Intellectual Property Violations

Posting content that infringes intellectual property rights (e.g., copyrights, trademarks) is prohibited. If you believe content on the Website infringes your rights, submit a notice to copyright@europevoices.com (mailto:copyright@europevoices.com) with:

  • A description of the infringing content and its location.
  • Your contact information.
  • Evidence of your rights to the content.
  • A statement that you believe the use is unauthorized.

We will investigate and may remove infringing content in accordance with the EU Directive on Copyright and other applicable laws.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Prohibited Items and Use Policy to reflect changes in our practices, community standards, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a Website notice at least 30 days before they take effect. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

  1. Contact Us

For questions, reports of prohibited items or behaviors, or other concerns, contact:

Email: support@europevoices.com

Postal Address: 

          Europevoices.com 

          PO Box 11

          Farmington, CT 06062

Phone: 941-212-0310

For data protection inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@europevoices.com (mailto:privacy@europevoices.com).