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SQUIBBER TERMS OF SERVICE

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Squibber provides a verified, college student-focused subleasing marketplace platform for connecting student renters ("Subletters") and student tenants seeking to sublease their rooms ("Hosts");

WHEREAS, Squibber facilitates, but is not a party to, sublease agreements between Hosts and Subletters and provides administrative services such as identity verification, deposit escrow, document execution, and payment processing;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. ELIGIBILITY

  • You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a higher education institution with a valid .edu email address.
  • You represent and warrant that all information provided to the Platform is truthful, accurate, and complete, and you agree to update it promptly if changes occur.

2. ACCOUNT CREATION & VERIFICATION

  • Users must register an account to access certain features. Squibber may require verification through government-issued identification, a .edu email address, and housing documentation.
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity conducted through your account.

3. PLATFORM ROLE AND LIMITATION

  • Squibber is not a landlord, property manager, or real estate broker.
  • Squibber does not own or control the premises listed on its Platform.
  • The Platform acts solely as a neutral venue for matching users and administering payments, digital agreements, and deposit holdings.

4. SUBLEASE AGREEMENTS

  • All Subletters and Hosts must enter into a digital Sublease Agreement provided by the Platform.
  • Squibber uses a SOC 2-compliant, GDPR-ready digital signature service to execute such agreements, which are legally binding.
  • The sublease relationship is solely between Host and Subletter. Squibber is not a party to the agreement and does not mediate disputes beyond administrative support.

5. FEES, DEPOSITS, AND PAYMENTS

  • All payments must go through Squibber's systems.
  • Subletters pay rent and service deposits via the Platform. Hosts receive payouts through it.
  • Off-platform transactions are strictly prohibited and may lead to account termination.
  • A one-month rent deposit may be held in escrow and returned post-sublease, minus authorized deductions.
  • Processing fees may be passed to users.
  • Interest on deposits may be retained by Squibber.

6. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

  • Full refund if canceled 14+ days before start (less fees).
  • Partial or no refund within 14 days.
  • Host cancellations after booking may result in penalties and suspension.
  • Refunds are not guaranteed and are at Squibber's sole discretion.

7. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

  • Falsify identity or documents.
  • Circumvent the payment or messaging system.
  • Discriminate based on protected characteristics.
  • Facilitate illegal or dangerous activities.
  • Harass others or create unsafe conditions.

8. REVIEWS AND RATINGS

  • Users may submit reviews post-sublease.
  • Squibber may remove false or harmful content.

9. LIABILITY WAIVER

  • You use the Platform at your own risk.
  • Squibber disclaims liability for conditions of listed spaces, actions of Hosts/Subletters, damages, theft, injuries, and technical issues.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

  • You agree to indemnify Squibber and its employees for damages arising from:
    • Breach of these terms,
    • Violation of law,
    • Misuse of the Platform.