Terms & Conditions

1. General Terms

• Flips & Bidz operates an online auction platform where users can bid on and purchase products.
• By registering and bidding, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and legally able to enter into a binding agreement.
• Flips & Bidz reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately upon posting.

2. Registration & Account Responsibilities

• Users must create an account to participate in auctions.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
• Any activity conducted under your account is your responsibility. If you suspect unauthorized access, notify us immediately.

3. Bidding & Auction Rules

• All bids placed are final and binding. Bid retractions are not permitted.
• The highest bidder at the end of an auction is obligated to purchase the item.
• If payment is not completed within the designated timeframe, Flips & Bidz reserves the right to cancel the transaction and ban the user from future participation.

4. Payment & Fees

• Winning bidders must complete payment within 48 hours of the auction ending.
• Payments are accepted through secure third-party processors. Flips & Bidz does not store credit card information.
• Any applicable taxes or fees will be disclosed before checkout and are the buyer's responsibility.

5. Pickup & Shipping

• All purchased items must be picked up within 7 (seven) days of the auction's end.
• Failure to pick up items within this period may result in forfeiture without a refund.
• Flips & Bidz does not offer shipping unless explicitly stated in the auction listing.
• Buyers must bring proof of purchase and valid identification when picking up items.

6. Returns & Refunds

• All sales are final. Returns or refunds are not accepted unless an item is significantly different from its description.
• Any issues must be reported within 24 hours of pickup.
• Flips & Bidz is not responsible for manufacturer warranties or defects.

8. Prohibited Conduct

Users agree not to:

• Engage in fraudulent bidding or manipulate auction results;
• Use bots, automated bidding software, or unethical bidding methods;
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations while using our platform;
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or exploit the website's operations.

Violations may result in account suspension, purchase forfeiture, and legal action.

9. Liability Disclaimer

• Flips & Bidz provides all items "as is", with no warranties expressed or implied.
• We are not liable for any direct, indirect, or incidental damages resulting from the use of our services or products purchased.
• Users agree to participate in auctions at their own risk.

10. Termination of Access

Flips & Bidz reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts and restrict access to its services at its sole discretion, with or without notice, in case of violations of these Terms & Conditions.

11. Governing Law

• These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, USA.
• All disputes must be resolved in the courts of the State of California.