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Terms of Service

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These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Parqlo (the "Service"). By using the Service, you agree to these Terms.


1What Parqlo is

Parqlo is a student-to-student marketplace that helps users list and book parking spots near participating campuses. Parqlo is not a parking operator and does not own, control, or manage user-listed spots.

2Eligibility and account verification

  • You must be able to form a binding contract in your jurisdiction.
  • Parqlo may require verification (including .edu email verification) for listing and booking to keep the marketplace student-only.
  • You are responsible for all activity on your account and for keeping your login credentials secure.

3Marketplace roles

Spot Owners ("Hosts") list parking spots. Renters book spots. You agree to provide accurate information and comply with all applicable laws, rules, and property restrictions that apply to the spot and your use of it.

4Listings, availability, and house rules

  • Hosts must have the right to make the spot available and must ensure the listing accurately describes access, restrictions, and any requirements.
  • Parqlo may review, reject, pause, or remove listings (e.g., for safety, accuracy, policy, or quality reasons).
  • Hosts are responsible for complying with lease terms, HOA rules, campus rules, and other restrictions that may prohibit subletting or renting parking.

5Booking flow and holds

When a renter begins checkout, Parqlo may create a temporary PENDING booking with a limited hold window (for example, a ~10 minute hold) to prevent the same spot from being double-booked during payment. If payment is not completed, the hold may expire and the booking may be cancelled/expired automatically.

6Pricing, fees, and taxes

  • Hosts set the base price for their spot (daily and/or monthly, depending on listing settings).
  • Parqlo charges a buyer service fee on top of the host's listed price. The fee tier may vary by trip length (e.g., daily/weekly/monthly/semester tiers).
  • Taxes (if any) may be added where required. You are responsible for your own tax obligations.

7Payments and payouts

Payments are processed through third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe). Parqlo does not store full payment card details. Hosts may need to complete payout onboarding to receive payouts.

8Cancellations, refunds, disputes

  • Cancellation and refund rules may vary by listing, booking status, and timing.
  • If something goes wrong (spot inaccessible, misrepresentation, safety issue), you agree to contact Parqlo promptly so we can investigate.
  • Parqlo may issue refunds, credits, or other resolutions in its discretion where appropriate, including where fraud, safety, or policy violations are involved.

9Safety, conduct, and prohibited use

You agree not to:

  • Use Parqlo for unlawful activity or to violate campus/property rules.
  • Harass, threaten, stalk, discriminate, or harm other users.
  • Post false listings, misleading information, or stolen content.
  • Attempt to bypass verification, moderation, or security measures.
  • Scrape, reverse engineer, or disrupt the Service.

10Location privacy model

Parqlo may display an approximate ("blurred") location for listings in browse mode and may reveal more precise access/location information only after a booking is confirmed, to support safety and privacy.

11User content

You are responsible for content you submit (photos, descriptions, instructions). You grant Parqlo a license to host, store, reproduce, and display such content to operate and improve the Service.

12Disclaimers

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available." Parqlo disclaims all warranties to the extent permitted by law, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

13Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Parqlo will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, or goodwill. Parqlo's total liability for any claim will not exceed the amount of fees paid to Parqlo for the booking giving rise to the claim.

14Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Parqlo harmless from claims arising out of your use of the Service, your listings, your bookings, your content, or your violation of these Terms.

15Changes to the Service and Terms

We may update the Service and these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we'll take reasonable steps to notify you (e.g., via the Service or email). Continued use after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

16Governing law and venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Venue for disputes (if not otherwise required by law) will be in California courts.

17Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact Parqlo support through the app/site support flow.