Terms of Service
Last updated: March 17, 2025
1. Introduction and Acceptance
Welcome to BTC.Domains! These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and BTC.Domains ("we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of our website, services, and domain marketplace.
By accessing or using BTC.Domains, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use our services.
2. Domain Services
2.1 Domain Availability All domains listed on our platform are available for purchase unless explicitly marked otherwise. However, domain availability is subject to change without notice.
2.2 Domain Listings - Domains are listed with their current asking price, which represents the amount required to purchase the domain - All domain information is provided to the best of our knowledge, but we cannot guarantee absolute accuracy at all times - We reserve the right to modify domain listings, including prices, at any time without prior notice
2.3 Domain Transfers - Domain transfers are conducted through secure escrow services to protect both buyers and sellers - The transfer process typically includes verification of domain ownership, payment processing, and technical transfer procedures - Completion time for domain transfers may vary depending on the domain registry, escrow service, and other factors - We will provide guidance and support throughout the transfer process
3. Payment and Refunds
3.1 Pricing - All prices are listed in USD unless otherwise specified - Prices do not include applicable taxes, which may be charged separately - Domain prices are subject to change without prior notice
3.2 Payment Methods - We accept various cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major stablecoins - Traditional payment methods are also available through our escrow services - All payments are processed through secure payment providers
3.3 Refund Policy - Domain purchases are considered final and non-refundable once the domain transfer process has been completed - In the event that we are unable to successfully transfer a domain to you after payment, a full refund will be issued - Escrow services protect both buyers and sellers by holding funds until all terms of the transaction are fulfilled
4. Escrow Services
4.1 Third-Party Escrow - We facilitate domain transactions through reputable third-party escrow services - These escrow services act as neutral intermediaries, holding funds until all conditions of the sale are met - By using our services, you agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the escrow service provider
4.2 Escrow Process - The buyer submits payment to the escrow service - The escrow service verifies the payment - The seller transfers the domain to the buyer - The buyer verifies successful domain transfer - The escrow service releases funds to the seller
4.3 Escrow Fees - Escrow services may charge transaction fees, which are separate from the domain purchase price - These fees vary depending on the escrow provider and transaction value - Escrow fees are typically paid by the buyer, but alternative arrangements may be negotiated
5. User Responsibilities
5.1 Account Security - You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials - You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account - You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
5.2 Prohibited Activities You agree not to: - Use our services for any illegal purpose - Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers - Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our services - Use our services to transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code - Harass, abuse, or harm another person through our services - Impersonate or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
5.3 Due Diligence - You are responsible for conducting your own due diligence on any domain before purchase - This includes verifying that the domain meets your needs and requirements - We encourage you to investigate any potential trademark or intellectual property issues before completing a purchase
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Website Content - All content on BTC.Domains, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws - You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content without explicit permission
6.2 Domain Names and Trademarks - We do not verify whether domains infringe upon third-party trademark rights - You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of any purchased domain does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others - We recommend consulting with a legal professional if you have concerns about potential trademark issues
7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
7.1 Service Disclaimers - Our services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind - We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure - We make no warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of domain information
7.2 Limitation of Liability - To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages - Our total liability for any claims relating to these Terms or our services shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the specific domain transaction giving rise to such liability - These limitations apply to any theory of liability, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or otherwise
7.3 Force Majeure We shall not be liable for any failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, network infrastructure failures, or energy crises.
8. Dispute Resolution
8.1 Informal Resolution If you have any concerns or disputes, we encourage you to contact us first and attempt to resolve the dispute informally.
8.2 Governing Law These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
8.3 Arbitration Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or our services shall be resolved by binding arbitration, rather than in court, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify.
8.4 Class Action Waiver Any proceedings to resolve disputes will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.
9. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree to the modified terms, you should discontinue your use of our services.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.
Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including without limitation ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
11. General Provisions
11.1 Entire Agreement These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
11.2 Severability If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
11.3 No Waiver Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
11.4 Assignment You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent, but we may assign or transfer these Terms without restriction.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
legal@btc.domains
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as reasonably possible.
By using BTC.Domains, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you have any questions, please contact us.