MiningWatchdog Marketplace Seller Terms of Service (ToS)

Whether you’re a new or a seasoned seller in the crypto mining equipment market, understanding and adhering to Mining Watchdog's policies and guidelines is very crucial for a seamless experience on our platform.

At every step, Mining Watchdog's guidelines shape how you interact with our platform. Hence, we have compiled this guide to provide you with a clear understanding of our terms of service.

Let's delve into the details to ensure your journey on Mining Watchdog remains smooth and compliant.

Who Should Follow Mining Watchdog's Terms of Service?

Anyone holding a seller account on Mining Watchdog must adhere to our terms of service. This includes:

i. Individuals or businesses selling private label mining equipment.

ii. Wholesale sellers of crypto mining hardware.

iii. Agencies facilitating transactions/shipping.

iv. Owners of crypto mining equipment brands.

v. Online and retail arbitrage sellers of mining hardware.

vi. First-party sellers offering mining equipment directly.

vii. Resellers of crypto mining hardware.

Additionally, businesses utilizing our Buyer-Seller Messaging service should familiarize themselves with our communication guidelines here.

Consequences of Violating Mining Watchdog's Terms of Service

Mining Watchdog's terms of service are designed to protect both sellers and buyers. 

Violations of these terms may result in one or more of the following actions:

• Suspension or banning of your seller account and listed products.

• Withholding of payments for transactions.

• Suspension of your Mining Watchdog seller account.

• Removal of reviews for non-compliance with our terms of service.

• Delisting of products from the Mining Watchdog platform.

• Legal action against the violating seller.

Let's delve into our terms of service in detail:

1. Mining Watchdog Seller Agreement

When setting up an account, sellers must agree to our seller agreement. While it encompasses general business terms, specific sections require attention

Sellers reserve the right to terminate the contract at any time by contacting Mining Watchdog officials. MiningWatchdog reserves the right to terminate non-compliant seller accounts without prior notice. 

2. General Guidelines for Mining Watchdog Sellers

Mining Watchdog Marketplace Policies for Sellers

Use of Messaging System

Sellers are permitted to use Mining Watchdog's messaging system exclusively for communication with buyers. Misuse or unauthorized sharing of customer contact information is strictly prohibited. Sellers must adhere to Mining Watchdog's policies regarding customer personal information.

Compliance with Platform Rules

Sellers must not attempt to violate Mining Watchdog's system or policies. Any attempt to cheat or manipulate the platform, including obtaining fraudulent reviews or sales ranks, is strictly prohibited.

Reviews and Feedback

Reviews and feedback play a crucial role in shaping a seller's reputation on Mining Watchdog. Sellers must ensure that all feedback and reviews are genuine and adhere to Mining Watchdog's community guidelines. Requesting reviews must be done in a neutral manner, without offering incentives for positive reviews or attempting to influence the content of reviews.

Sales Rank Manipulation

Sellers are prohibited from manipulating sales ranks or using misleading tactics in product descriptions to artificially inflate rankings.

Search Engine Abuse

Sellers must not engage in activities that manipulate search results or deceive customers. Providing accurate and relevant information in product listings is essential to maintaining a fair and transparent marketplace.

Duplicate Listings and Upselling

Creating duplicate listings to deceive buyers or engaging in upselling practices that are not clearly outlined in the service details is prohibited.

Price Manipulation

Sellers must not increase prices or manipulate shipping costs after a transaction is completed. Fair and transparent pricing practices are essential for maintaining trust with buyers.

Multiple Seller Accounts

Each seller is permitted to have only one account on Mining Watchdog, except in specific cases approved by Mining Watchdog's support team.