Effective Date: 15-April-2026
1. Application and Introduction
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) are a binding contract between you and MyGardensSpot (“MyGardenSpot”, “we”, “us” and “our”) that govern your use of the platform.
Key Points:
- Applies to website, mobile app, and all services
- You must be 18+ to use the platform
Acceptance:
- Terms of Service
- Privacy Policy
- Host Standards
- Community Guidelines
- Inclusion Policy
Notes:
- Terms may change over time
- Continued use = acceptance
- Includes Arbitration Agreement & Class Action Waiver
2. MyGardensSpot Service
3. General
Platform Purpose:
- Publish listings (Hosts)
- Search and book listings (Gardeners)
User Roles:
- Hosts → Create listings
- Gardeners → Book listings
Usage Includes:
- Gardening
- Urban farming
- Any legal use
4. MyGardensSpot Does Not Provide Listings
- Does NOT own or manage listings
- NOT part of Host-Guest agreements
- Acts as a neutral third party
Responsibilities:
- Provide platform access
- Process payments on behalf of Hosts
5. MyGardensSpot is Not an Agent
- Not acting as agent for users
- Only acts as payment collection agent
6. Service Disclaimer
- No guarantee of listing quality or safety
- No guarantee of accuracy
- No guarantee of user behavior
7. Host Terms
8. General (Host)
- Create listings
- Set pricing
- Define availability and rules
9. Legal Obligations (Host)
- Follow laws
- Follow privacy rules
- Comply with platform policies
10. Host Responsibilities
- Responsible for own actions
- Responsible for others involved
- Must act with integrity
- Must treat users respectfully
- No off-platform payments
11. Taxes
- VAT
- Income tax
- Other applicable taxes
12. Service Fees
- Percentage fee charged
- Deducted from host earnings
13. Price Changes
Prices may increase or decrease without notice.
14. Discretionary Refunds
- Platform may deny payment to host
- Guest may receive full refund
15. Reviews
- Platform may edit reviews
- Platform may remove reviews
16. Your Assumption of Risk (Host)
Hosts accept full responsibility for risks.
17. Guest Terms
18. Legal Obligations (Guest)
- Follow laws
- Supervise minors
19. Guest Responsibilities
- Responsible for own actions
- Responsible for invited users
- Evaluate listings independently
20. Damage to Property
- Leave property in original condition
- Pay for damages
21. Full Refund
If Host cancels → Full refund
22. Guest Cancellation
- Cancel 2+ hours before → Full refund
- Cancel within 2 hours → No refund
23. Your Assumption of Risk (Guest)
Guests accept risks including injury and damage.
24. Content
25. Profile
26. License
Users grant global usage rights to the platform.
27. Release
Users waive claims related to content usage.
28. Your Representations and Warranties
- Own content
- Content is lawful
- Permissions obtained
29. Right to Remove Content
- Monitor content
- Edit content
- Remove content
30. Platform Rules (Hosts and Guests)
31. Act with Integrity and Respect
- No misrepresentation
- No impersonation
- No spam
- No harassment
32. Authorized Use Only
- No bypassing payments
- No manipulation
33. Technical Restrictions
- No bots
- No hacking
- No reverse engineering
34. Legal Compliance
35. Prohibited Uses
- No dangerous animals
- No non-dog animals
- No intoxicated users
36. Limitations on Liability
Liability is limited based on usage and payments.
37. Disclaimer of Warranties
Platform is provided “as is”.
38. Suspension and Termination
Accounts may be terminated for violations.
39. Registration; Account Security
- Accurate info required
- One account only
- Secure credentials
40. Currency
All payments in USD.
41. Membership Terms
42. General (Membership)
Monthly subscription with auto-renewal.
43. Membership Credits
- Issued monthly
- Valid up to 3 months
44. How to Cancel Membership
Cancel before renewal date.
45. Updates and Changes
Fees and features may change.
46. No Transfer or Assignments
Membership cannot be transferred.
47. Force Majeure
No liability for uncontrollable events.
48. Copyright Infringement
49. Description of Work
Provide description of copyrighted work.
50. Description of Infringing Material
Provide URL or location.
51. Contact Information
Provide contact details.
52. Good Faith Statement
Confirm claim validity.
53. Accuracy Statement
Confirm accuracy.
54. Signature
Provide signature.
55. Indemnity
Users agree to defend platform.
56. Intellectual Property
57. Platform Ownership
Platform owns all rights.
58. Trademarks
Platform owns branding.
59. United States Governing Law
Governed by Washington State law.
60. Dispute Resolution; Arbitration
61. Agreement to Arbitrate
All disputes handled via arbitration.
62. Exceptions
- IP disputes
- Emergency relief
63. Federal Arbitration Act
Applies to arbitration process.
64. Arbitration Process
Neutral arbitrator, binding decision.
65. Governing Law (Arbitration)
Washington State law applies.
66. Arbitration Costs
Costs shared between parties.
67. Class Action Waiver
No class actions allowed.
68. Severability (Arbitration)
Invalid parts do not affect others.
69. Confidentiality
Arbitration remains confidential.
70. Binding Agreement
Terms are binding.
71. Severability
Invalid clauses removed.
72. Questions
support@MyGardensSpot.com