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Terms and Conditions

Last updated: October 26, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to CarcarCity.com. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and business directory services. By accessing or using CarcarCity.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

CarcarCity.com is a free online business directory platform dedicated to connecting residents, visitors, and businesses in Carcar City, Cebu, Philippines. Our mission is to support local economic growth and community connection by providing a comprehensive, accurate, and user-friendly directory of local businesses, services, and attractions.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

1. Use of Service

1.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use CarcarCity.com. By using our services, you represent that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

1.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use CarcarCity.com for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. This license does not include the right to:

  • Modify, copy, or distribute content from the site without permission
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the site
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
  • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

1.3 Acceptable Use

You agree to use CarcarCity.com only for lawful purposes. You must not use our service to:

  • Post false, misleading, or fraudulent information
  • Harass, abuse, or harm others
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights
  • Distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code
  • Spam or send unsolicited communications
  • Impersonate any person or entity
2. Business Listings

2.1 Listing Submission

Business owners and authorized representatives may submit business listings to CarcarCity.com. By submitting a listing, you represent that:

  • You have the authority to list the business
  • All information provided is accurate and up-to-date
  • You have the right to use any images, logos, or content submitted
  • The business operates legally in Carcar City, Cebu

2.2 Content Ownership and License

You retain ownership of the content you submit to CarcarCity.com. However, by submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content on our platform and promotional materials.

2.3 Verification and Approval

We reserve the right to review, verify, approve, or reject any business listing at our sole discretion. Verified badges are awarded based on our verification process and do not constitute an endorsement of the business.

2.4 Listing Updates and Removal

You are responsible for keeping your business information current. We reserve the right to update, modify, or remove listings that contain outdated, inaccurate, or inappropriate content. To request updates or removal, contact us through our support channels.

2.5 Featured Listings

Featured listings receive enhanced visibility on our platform. Featured status is granted at our discretion and may be offered as a free promotional service or as part of a paid advertising package. Featured status does not guarantee specific placement or results.

3. User Content and Reviews

3.1 Reviews and Comments

Users may post reviews and comments about listed businesses. Reviews must be based on genuine experiences and should be honest, respectful, and constructive. We prohibit:

  • Fake or fraudulent reviews
  • Reviews posted by business owners about their own businesses
  • Reviews from competitors intended to harm a business
  • Offensive, defamatory, or discriminatory content
  • Content that violates privacy or confidentiality

3.2 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to monitor, edit, or remove any user-generated content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable. However, we are not obligated to pre-screen all content.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on CarcarCity.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, software, and compilations, is the property of CarcarCity.com or its content suppliers and is protected by Philippine and international copyright laws.

The CarcarCity.com name, logo, and all related marks are trademarks of CarcarCity.com. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.

If you believe that content on our site infringes your intellectual property rights, please contact us with detailed information so we can investigate and take appropriate action.

5. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

5.1 Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, CarcarCity.com does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of business listings, reviews, or other content on our platform. Information is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

5.2 No Endorsement

The inclusion of a business in our directory does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. We are not responsible for the quality of services, products, or business practices of listed businesses. Users should conduct their own due diligence.

5.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CarcarCity.com, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use our service, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.

5.4 Service Availability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to CarcarCity.com. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our service at any time without notice.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

CarcarCity.com contains links to third-party websites and services, including business websites, social media profiles, and maps. These links are provided for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party content, products, or services. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

7. Privacy

Your use of CarcarCity.com is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data collection and use practices.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CarcarCity.com, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of our service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to CarcarCity.com, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of CarcarCity.com shall be resolved through good faith negotiations. If negotiations fail, disputes shall be submitted to the appropriate courts in Carcar City or Cebu City, Philippines.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Your continued use of CarcarCity.com after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the original intent.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and CarcarCity.com regarding your use of our service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please contact us:

Email: support@carcarcity.com

Website: CarcarCity.com/contact

Address: Carcar City, Cebu, Philippines

15. Acknowledgment

By using CarcarCity.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease using our service.

Thank you for being part of the CarcarCity.com community and supporting local businesses in Carcar City!