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MAILBAG MEDIA TERMS OF USE
Please read these Terms of Use carefully before making use of the Mailbag Media
Site, or Services.
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This is a legal agreement ("Agreement") between you the User ("Member") and Mailbag
Media ("Mailbag Media"). By confirming your acceptance of our Terms of Use on the
membership sign-up page. You agree to be bound by the terms and conditions contained
within this agreement. If you do not agree to be bound by the terms and conditions
contained within this agreement. You do not have any right to access the Mailbag
Media Site or Services.
2. ACCESS TO THE SERVICES
Members represent that they are a minimum of 16 years of age, and that they are
capable of entering into a legally binding agreement. If Member is under the age
of 18. Member can use this service only in conjunction with, and under the supervision
of your parents or guardians. Member certifies that they are legally permitted to
use the services and access the Site, and Member takes full responsibility for the
selection and use of the Mailbag Media Site and Services.
2.1 Account restrictions
Member is only permitted to have one single account at any time. No more than two
unique accounts are permitted per address or households. Mailbag Media reserves
the right to restrict the number of accounts per household if it deems necessary.
2.3 Account information and ownership
Member agrees to provide accurate information during the registration process, and
Member consents to the disclosure of their name and mailing address to the Sending
Member when requesting media titles. Registration of accounts using fictious information
is expressly prohibited. Registration of mutiple accunts constitutes fraud and may
give rise to criminal prosecution and substantial damages. Mailbag Media prosecutes
fraud to the fullest extent of the law.
3. TERM
This agreement shall be effective from the date of accepting this agreement and
continues until it is terminated. This Agreement may be revoked or terminated by
Mailbag Media at any time. Mailbag Media may suspend the Members access to the services
upon any breach of this agreement by the Member, including but not limited to, refusal
or failure to pay for services, or upon determination that the Member may be performing
activities harmful to Mailbag Media or other members, employees, vendors, assigns
or business partners.
4. MAILBAG MEDIA AS A MARKETPLACE
Mailbag Media is not a store. It is an online marketplace that provides members
of the public with an avenue to trade books, DVDs, CDs and video games. We do not
guarantee a trade, and Mailbag Media does not warrant that product descriptions
are accurate, complete or current, or that a title showing as available will actually
be mailed to the requesting member. Since Mailbag Media is not involved with the
shipment of media titles between members. Consequently, we have no control over
the quality, safety, or legality of the items being traded. If a product is not
as described upon receipt, your sole remedy is to file a claim with the Site administrator.
Member expressly understands that Mailbag Media offers no assurances or guarantee
that products mark as available by other members, will be available to the Member.
Member expressly assumes this risk.
4.1 Media listing guidelines
Member shall not list media materials that the Member does not own or have in their
possession, or does not intend to make available for exchange. Only original materials
in useable, or playable condition may be listed for trade on the Site. Digital materials
(DVDs, CDs and video games) may only be listed if the member is in possession of
the track listing sheet and front cover.
CONTERFEITED MATERIALS (COPIED, DUPLICATED OR RIPPED) CANNOT BE TRADED ON MAILBAG
MEDIA.
Member access to the Site will be immediately terminated in the event the Member
uses the Site for illegal purposes. Member acknowledge and agrees that they must
have valid title and ownership rights to any media titles they list on the Site.
Mailbag Media reserves the right to remove, or modify any listings submitted by
Member.
4.2 Media trading guidelines
If Member lists items for trade on the Site, Member must be prepared to mail the
items out within 48 hours of receiving requests. If Member is incapable of mailing
out requested media titles within 48 hours. Member must respond to the shipment
request, by placing their account on hold within 24 hours of receiving the request.
4.3 Credit point system (Media and Trade Credits)
Member acknowledges and agrees that Members exchange media titles to earn media
credits. All transactions are between the respective sender and receiver, and not
with Mailbag Media. In consideration for sending out a media title, the Senders
account will be credited with a pre- determined number of media credits, and the
receipients account will have the equal number of media credits deducted from their
account. Additionally the recipients account will be charged a transaction fee in
the form of trade credits. Member acknowledges and agrees Mailbag Media may at it's
sole discretion debit, or credit media and trade credits from their account at any
time with, or without notice.
4.4 Media and trade credit value
Media and trade credits have no resale value and are non-transferable. Media and
trade credits can only be used by the Member for requesting items marked as available
for trade on the Mailbag Media Site. Member acknowledges and agrees that media and
trade credits cannot be redeemed for cash, and have no value outside of Mailbag
Media. In no event shall Mailbag Media be required to refund, redeem, or pay any
amounts to Member for outstanding media or trace credits upon closing of the Member
account, or the Mailbag Media service. Member acknowledges and agrees that Mailbag
Media has no fiduciary duty to the Member.
4.5 Packaging and shipping costs
The sender is responsible for preparing media items for shipment, as per the packaging
instructions provided on the account page to ensure the media item(s) will not be
damaged during transit. Member shall include nothing other than the requested media
title and associated materials when preparing the package for shipment. Absolutely
no other materials (Third party or otherwise) are to be enclosed within the package.
The sender is responsible for all shipping costs, and is responsible to apply the
correct postage to the package to ensure delivery.
4.6 Mailbag Media Safeguard Guarantee
If a media item is lost, stolen or damaged during transit, or if a media item is
received in unuseable condition. The recipient may submit a claim via the dispute
resolution center. Upon receipt of the claim, the Mailbag Media administrator will
credit the Member account with the associated number of media and trade credits
involved in the trade, if it is determined by the administrator that no foul play
was involved in the exchange, and if the Member claim percentage falls within acceptable
levels.
In the event Member submits more than three (3) claims for a lost, torn, broken,
incorrect, scratched or otherwise unuseable media title per one hundred (100) media
items received. Mailbag Media may at its sole and complete discretion, determine
that the Member is not eligible for the Mailbag Media Safeguard Guarantee. Member
also acknowledges and agrees that if the Site administrator deems the number of
claims being filed by Member is excessive, the Site administrator may suspend or
terminate Member's account.
4.7 Release
Mailbag Media is not a party to, and shall not be involved in or responsible for
transactions, agreements and/or disputes between Members. If Member has a dispute
with one or more members, Member release Mailbag Media (and our licensees, officers,
directors, agents, subsidiaries, affiliates, joint ventures and employees) from
claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature,
known and unknown, suspected and unsuspected, disclosed and undisclosed, arising
out of, or in any way connected with such disputes. If Member is a California resident.
Member waives California Civil Code §1542, which says: "A general release does
not extend to claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his
favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him must have materially
affected his settlement with the debtor."
5. MEMBER RESPONSIBILITYS AND CONDUCT
Member is responsible for all of their activity in connection with the Services
and accessing the Site. Any fraudulent, abusive, or otherwise illegal activity will
be grounds for termination of Member's right to Services or to access the Site.
5.1 Fraud
Member agrees not to commit fraud using the Site or Services. Examples of fraud
include, but are not limited to, claiming to mail out a media title but not actually
sending it out. Claiming a media title they requested was never received when in
fact it was. Claiming a media title is lost, broken, incorrect, scratched or otherwise
unuseable when it is not.
5.2 Account details
Member agrees to keep their account details current, complete and accurate. Member
agrees Mailbag Media shall have the right to use the registration information for
such uses as reasonably required for the Service and Site, as set forth in the Mailbag
Media's Privacy Policy.
5.3 Member ID & Password
Member is responsible for all actions taken with your Member ID and password, including
fees charged to your account. For your protection we recommend that you do not disclose
your password to anyone. If you still choose to share your Member ID and password,
you are responsible for all actions taken with your account.
5.4 Communication
Mailbag Media communicates through email or posted notices on the Site. Member agrees
to respond to all communications from Mailbag Media employees within 48 hours if
a response is requested. Member also agrees that they will not harass other Members
when involved in a media dispute. Mailbag Media does not control the information
provided by members. Some of it may be inaccurate, offensive or misleading.
5.5 Consent to receive electronic mail
Member consents to receive and open all electronic mail sent by the Mailbag Media
service, including but not limited to media requests, dispute resolution requests,
member updates, and schedulrd Mailbag Media newsletters.
6. FEES AND CHARGES
Fees to use the Mailbag Media services and associated products are listed on the
credit purchase page of the Site. These fees are subject to change, and such changes
will be posted on the Site and effective immediately. Each of the product descriptions
are also subject to change. Mailbag Media may also run promotions for limited periods
of time. These promotions are only available in the published periods, and are also
subject to change. Unless otherwise expressly stated by Mailbag Media, all fees
paid to Mailbag Media are non- refundable.
7. PRIVACY
Usage of the Site or Services, and any information submitted by Member is subject
to our Privacy Policy. We do not disclose your personal information to third parties.
We use your information only as described in our Privacy Policy. Members are advised
to review our Privacy Policy on a regular basis.
8. TERMINATION
Member may close their account, by submitting an account cancellation request to
the customer support staff. In no event shall Mailbag Media be required to refund,
redeem any amounts for outstanding media or trade credits upon closing of the Member
account. As indicted in the Fees and Charges section of this agreement, all media
and trade credit purchases are non- refundable.
Mailbag Media reserves the right at it's sole discretion, to suspend or terminate
a Members account or a Member's access to the Site or Services at any time with
or without cause. Upon termination of the Member's account. Member's right to use
the Services and access the Site will immediately cease, and any fees paid to date
by the Member will not be refunded.
9. ACCESS TO THE MAILBAG MEDIA SERVICE
Mailbag Media has the right to change, suspend or discontinue any aspect of the
Service at any time, including hours of operation and availability of any Service
feature, database or content without notice and without liability. Mailbag Media
shall have the right to impose limits on certain features and services, or restrict
access to parts or all of the Service without notice and without liability. Mailbag
Media does not warrant that the functions contained in the Service or any materials
or content contained within will be uninterrupted or error free, that defects will
be corrected, or that the Service is free of viruses or other harmful components.
Mailbag Media shall not be responsible for any service interruptions, including,
but not limited to, power outages, system shut downs, system failures or other interruptions
that may affect the receipt, processing, acceptance or completion of listings and/or
transactions on the Service.
10. COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS
All content and software, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, button
icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and data compilations are the exclusive
property of Mailbag Media or its content and/or software suppliers, and is protected
by United States and International copyright laws. You may not copy, reproduce,
modify, create derivative works from, distribute or publicly display any content
(except your information) without the prior express written permission of Mailbag
Media and the appropriate third- party. All trademarks not owned by Mailbag Media
are the property of their respective owners. Trademarks may not be used in connection
with any product or service that is not Mailbag Media's, in any way that is likely
to cause confusion among customers, or in any manner that disparages or discredits
Mailbag Media. You may not use framing techniques to enclose any trademark, logo,
or other proprietary information of Mailbag Media without our written consent.
11. CHANGES TO THIS AGREEMENT
Mailbag Media shall have the right to change, modify, add, or remove any portion
of this Agreement. The changes will become effective and shall be deemed accepted
by Member immediately upon posting of the changes. In the event that Member does
not agree with any modifications. Member must terminate its account as set forth
in Section 8, which shall be Member's sole and exclusive remedy.
12. WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
THE SERVICES, CONTENT, SITE AND ANY SOFTWARE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" BASIS,
WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR NON- INFRINGEMENT. MAILBAG MEDIA MAKES NO GUARANTY OF CONFIDENTIALITY
OR PRIVACY OF ANY COMMUNICATION OR INFORMATION TRANSMITTED ON THE SITE OR ANY
WEB-SITE LINKED TO THE SITE. MAILBAG MEDIA WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE PRIVACY OF
EMAIL ADDRESSES, REGISTRATION AND IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION, DISK SPACE,
COMMUNICATIONS, CONFIDENTIAL OR TRADE-SECRET INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER CONTENT
STORED ON COMPANY'S LEASED OR OWNED EQUIPMENT, TRANSMITTED OVER NETWORKS
ACCESSED BY THE SITE, OR OTHERWISE CONNECTED WITH MEMBER USE OF THE SERVICE.
13. INDEMNITY
Member will indemnify and hold Mailbag Media, its licensees, its officers, directors,
agents, subsidiaries, affiliates, joint ventures and employees harmless, including
costs and attorneys' fees, from (i) any claim or demand made by any third party
due to or arising out of Member's access to the Site, use of the Services, the violation
of these Terms of Use by Member, or the infringement by Member, or any third party
using the Member's account, of any intellectual property or other right of any person
or entity.
14. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
MAILBAG MEDIA SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE TO MEMBER OR ANY THIRD PARTY UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY
DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL,
USE, DATA OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES WHICH MAY BE INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH MAILBAG
MEDIA OR THE SERVICE, OR USE THEREOF, OR ANY OF THE DATA OR OTHER MATERIALS TRANSMITTED
THROUGH OR RESIDING ON THE SERVICE OR ANY GOODS, SERVICES, OR INFORMATION PURCHASED,
RECEIVED OR SOLD BY WAY OF THE SERVICE, REGARDLESS OF THE TYPE OF CLAIM OR THE NATURE
OF THE CAUSE OF ACTION, EVEN IF MAILBAG MEDIA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF DAMAGE OR LOSS.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAILBAG MEDIA TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY ARISING FROM OR RELATING
TO THIS AGREEMENT OR THE SERVICE EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF FEES MEMBER HAS PAID TO MAILBAG
MEDIA DURING THE THREE (3) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING ACCRUAL OF THE RESPECTIVE
CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY.
15. DISPUTE
In the event a dispute arises between Member and Mailbag Media, our goal is to provide
Member with a neutral and cost effective means of resolving the dispute quickly.
Before resorting to legal means, we strongly encourage Member to first contact customer
support. If the local Mailbag Media owner/operator is unable to resolve the dispute.
Member may contact the Mailbag Media corporate administrator via the "contact us"
page at mailbagmedia.com.
16. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State where the claim originated.
The exclusive venue for any lawsuits permitted by this Agreement shall be an appropriate
local State Court, or a United States District Court located in the State where
the claim originated. Mailbag Media licensed owner/operators and Member hereby submit
themselves to the jurisdiction of said courts, and to arbitration as otherwise provided
in this Agreement.
BY CHECKING THE AGREE TO TERMS OF USE BOX ON THE MEMBERSHIP
SIGN-UP PAGE. MEMBER AGREES TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT.
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