RippleBids Terms of Service

Effective Date: August 1, 2025

Last Updated: July 30, 2025

Welcome to RippleBids. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of RippleBids.com ("Site," "we," "us," or "our") and any related services provided by RippleBids. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using RippleBids, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree, do not use our services.

2. Eligibility

To use RippleBids, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Be legally capable of entering a binding contract
  • Not be barred from using our services under applicable law

3. Account Registration

To access certain features, you must register for an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information
  • Keep your login credentials secure
  • Be responsible for all activity under your account

4. Marketplace Services

RippleBids provides tools to:

  • Buy and sell goods or services
  • Participate in auctions
  • Create and customize online storefronts

We are not a party to any transaction between buyers and sellers. We only provide the platform.

5. Fees & Payment

Transaction fees start at 3.5% and may decrease to 1.5% based on performance or volume tiers. All transactions are powered by the XRP Ledger (XRPL). You are responsible for any third-party transaction fees (e.g., gas fees, wallet transfers).

6. Use of the XRP Ledger

By transacting on RippleBids, you understand and accept that:

  • All payments are processed on-chain
  • Transactions are irreversible once validated
  • You are responsible for ensuring the correct wallet addresses and amounts

7. Prohibited Items and Services

The following items and services are strictly prohibited on RippleBids:

Illegal or Regulated Items:

  • Drugs, controlled substances, or drug paraphernalia
  • Firearms, ammunition, explosives
  • Stolen property or counterfeit goods

Adult Content and Services:

  • Pornography or explicit adult materials
  • Escort or sexual services

Hazardous Materials:

  • Chemicals or toxic substances
  • Weapons or weapon accessories
  • Fireworks or flammables

Financial Instruments:

  • Gift cards, prepaid cards, or crypto assets not supported by RippleBids
  • Bank account access credentials

Other:

  • Items promoting hate, violence, or discrimination
  • Any goods or services prohibited by local, state, or international law

8. Fraud and Scamming Policy

RippleBids maintains a zero-tolerance policy for fraud, scamming, and any form of deceptive conduct. Users who engage in such activities will face immediate account termination and may be reported to legal authorities.

Prohibited fraudulent actions include but are not limited to:

  • Creating fake listings or offering items that do not exist
  • Failing to deliver promised goods or services after receiving payment
  • Using manipulated or misleading photos and descriptions
  • Impersonating other users or sellers
  • Operating multiple accounts to deceive or scam others
  • Participating in phishing or wallet-draining schemes

RippleBids reserves the right to investigate and take legal or enforcement action against any fraudulent behavior, including withholding funds and permanently banning accounts.

9. User Content & Conduct

You retain ownership of content you post, but grant RippleBids a license to use, display, and promote it. You must not:

  • Post misleading, inappropriate, or harmful content
  • Violate any third-party rights

10. Disputes Between Users

RippleBids is not responsible for disputes between buyers and sellers but may assist in mediation. If the buyer has yet to receive the item/service of which they bought within 30 days from estimated delivery from the seller a dispute then can be filed via support@ripplebids.com. Ripplebids will then step in and investigate the situation (please visit the dispute resolution policy for more). All transactions are final unless otherwise agreed between the parties.

11. Refund Policy

RippleBids does not manage or guarantee refunds between buyers and sellers. Refunds are subject to the individual seller's policies and must be handled directly between buyer and seller.

If a seller offers refunds, they must clearly state their return/refund policy on their product listing or storefront. RippleBids reserves the right to intervene in cases of fraud, abuse, or repeated complaints.

12. Seller Agreement

Sellers on RippleBids agree to:

  • Accurately describe and deliver listed products/services
  • Set clear refund and shipping policies
  • Fulfill orders in a timely and professional manner
  • Comply with all laws and RippleBids policies

RippleBids reserves the right to suspend or remove any seller who receives repeated complaints or violates these terms.

13. Account Suspension or Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, harm the platform, or pose legal risks.

14. Intellectual Property

All RippleBids content, trademarks, and branding are owned by RippleBids and protected under law. You may not use our content without written permission.

15. Limitation of Liability

RippleBids is not liable for:

  • Losses due to failed transactions or platform downtime
  • Damages caused by user misconduct
  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Use the platform at your own risk.

16. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold RippleBids harmless from any claims, losses, or damages resulting from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the platform.

17. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, without regard to conflict of laws. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Ohio.

18. Changes to These Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of RippleBids after updates means you accept the revised Terms. The effective date will always be posted at the top.

19. Contact Us

For any questions about these Terms, reach out to: