Define the responsibilities of vendors and users (buyers and sellers) when using the platform.
Vendors must register with accurate information and ensure compliance with Portuguese and EU business regulations.
2. Compliance with Portuguese Law
Vendors must comply with local consumer protection laws, including:
Decree-Law No. 24/2014: Governing distance and off-premises contracts.
Consumer Protection Law (Lei da Defesa do Consumidor): Ensuring fair practices and transparency in commercial transactions.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Protecting user data and ensuring proper data handling.
3. Products and Services
Vendors must ensure that all products/services listed comply with Portuguese product safety standards and regulations.
Prohibited or restricted items should be clearly listed, following local and EU laws (e.g., certain pharmaceuticals, hazardous materials).
4. Pricing and Payments
Vendors are responsible for setting product prices, which must include all applicable taxes as per Portuguese VAT law.
The platform should outline its payment terms, including any commission taken from transactions.
5. Delivery and Fulfillment
Vendors are responsible for delivering goods or services as promised. Terms should specify delivery timelines, including vendor liability for late or failed deliveries.
Mention compliance with Decree-Law No. 24/2014 regarding consumer rights to delivery within 30 days unless agreed otherwise.
6. Returns, Refunds, and Cancellations
Vendors must follow the Portuguese Consumer Rights Law, which provides a 14-day cooling-off period for online purchases.
The platform must define a clear process for managing returns, refunds, and cancellations.
7. Dispute Resolution
Provide details on how disputes between vendors and customers will be resolved, adhering to Portuguese laws on consumer protection.
Consider referencing alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and online dispute resolution (ODR) mechanisms as recommended by the EU.
8. Vendor Account Suspension and Termination
The platform should outline the conditions under which a vendor’s account may be suspended or terminated, such as violation of the platform’s rules, fraud, or non-compliance with applicable laws.
9. Intellectual Property
Vendors should confirm that they own or have the rights to sell the products they list, and they should be responsible for any intellectual property disputes.
The platform may include a clause protecting itself from liability for IP infringement by vendors.
10. Liability and Indemnity
The platform should limit its liability regarding disputes between buyers and vendors and require vendors to indemnify the platform against any legal claims.
11. Governing Law
Specify that the terms and conditions are governed by Portuguese law and the jurisdiction of Portuguese courts, unless otherwise stated.