Terms of Service

Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to SureGate Escrow (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website and escrow services.

By registering, accessing, or using our platform, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use our services.

2. Description of Services

SureGate Escrow provides third-party escrow services that facilitate secure transactions between buyers and sellers. We hold funds on behalf of transacting parties and release payments only when agreed conditions are satisfied.

We act solely as a neutral intermediary and are not a party to the underlying transaction between users.

3. Eligibility

To use our services, you must:

Be at least 18 years old

Provide accurate and complete registration information

Not use the platform for illegal or fraudulent activities

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these requirements.

4. Account Registration & Security

Users are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials

All activities conducted under their account

Promptly notifying us of unauthorized access

SureGate Escrow is not liable for losses resulting from compromised login credentials due to user negligence.

5. Escrow Process

Buyer and seller agree to transaction terms.

Buyer deposits funds into escrow.

Seller fulfills agreed obligations.

Buyer confirms satisfaction.

Funds are released accordingly.

If a dispute arises, funds may be held until resolution is achieved under our dispute procedures.

6. Fees

Service fees may apply to transactions conducted on the platform. All applicable fees will be disclosed before transaction confirmation. Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

7. Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

Engage in fraudulent or deceptive conduct

Conduct transactions involving illegal goods or services

Attempt to bypass escrow procedures

Use the platform for money laundering or financial crimes

Interfere with platform security or operations

Violation may result in immediate account suspension and reporting to authorities.

8. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute between transacting parties:

SureGate Escrow may request documentation or evidence

Funds may remain on hold until resolution

Our decision, based on available evidence, may be final where permitted by law

We reserve the right to refer disputes to arbitration where applicable.

9. Limitation of Liability

SureGate Escrow is not responsible for:

The quality, legality, or delivery of goods/services

Losses arising from user misrepresentation

Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Our total liability shall not exceed the escrow service fee paid for the transaction in question.

10. Compliance & Legal Obligations

We may conduct identity verification (KYC) and compliance checks. We reserve the right to:

Request identification documents

Suspend transactions pending verification

Report suspicious activity to regulatory authorities

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts at our discretion for violations of these Terms or applicable laws.

Users may close their account at any time, subject to pending transactions or compliance obligations.

12. Modifications

We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of [Insert Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us through our official support channels.