Hayly

Terms of Service

Effective Date: 11/25/2025

Welcome to Hayly, a modern marketplace connecting horse owners, buyers, and the equestrian community. By using Hayly, you agree to these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and, if you are a Founding Seller, the Founding Seller Agreement.

Terms of Service

1. General

  • Hayly is a platform for posting and browsing horse listings, services, and events.
  • By using the site, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
  • Hayly is currently in beta/early launch; features and traffic may be limited.

2. Marketplace Role

  • Hayly is a marketplace platform, not a party to any transaction.
  • We do not take ownership of horses or goods, handle payments, or guarantee sales.
  • All sales, leases, or services are negotiated directly between buyers and sellers.
  • Listings are provided by users; accuracy, fitness, or completeness is the responsibility of the seller.

3. User Accounts & Responsibilities

  • Users must be at least 18 years old.
  • Sellers must have the right to list horses or services they post and provide accurate information.
  • Users are responsible for content they post and any taxes or obligations resulting from their transactions.
  • Sellers must be prepared to honor the terms of their listings.

4. Content & Conduct

  • Users must not post illegal, defamatory, abusive, obscene, or misleading content.
  • Hayly may remove or edit listings at our discretion, including for legal compliance or user complaints.
  • Users are responsible for obtaining permissions for photos or content they post.
  • Community flagging: users can flag inappropriate listings; repeated reports may result in removal.

5. Indemnity & Release

  • You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hayly, its employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or losses arising from your use of the site or violations of these Terms.
  • You release Hayly from any liability related to disputes between buyers and sellers.

6. No Guarantee

  • Hayly does not guarantee sales, buyer interest, horse performance, or seller services.
  • We recommend buyers perform a vet check or pre-purchase exam before completing any purchase.
  • Users should do their own research and verification when engaging with others on the site.

7. Intellectual Property

  • You retain ownership of your content.
  • By posting, you grant Hayly a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display your content on the platform and in marketing materials.

8. Monitoring & Cooperation

  • Hayly may remove or refuse listings or users for any reason.
  • We may cooperate with law enforcement or comply with court orders as needed.
  • Hayly cannot review all listings in advance and is not responsible for user disputes, lost photos, or any transaction issues.

9. Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of California.
  • You consent to the jurisdiction of courts in California for any disputes related to these Terms or use of Hayly.

10. Changes to Terms

  • Hayly may update these Terms from time to time.
  • Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any updates.

Founding Seller Agreement

1. Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide accurate, complete information for your horse listings.
  • Ensure you have the right to list any horse or service you post.
  • Respond to buyer inquiries in good faith.

2. Founding Seller Benefits

  • Free listings for all horses or services during the MVP phase.
  • Priority placement in search results and on the homepage.
  • Direct support from Hayly to create or improve listings.
  • Opportunity to provide feedback and influence platform features.

3. Beta Disclaimer

  • Hayly is in early launch/beta. Traffic and buyer activity may be limited.
  • Participation is voluntary; no guaranteed sales or revenue are promised.

4. Content License

  • By submitting listings, you grant Hayly a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display your content on the platform and in marketing materials.

5. Termination

  • Either party may terminate this agreement at any time.
  • Hayly may remove listings or revoke Founding Seller perks for violations of the Terms of Service.

6. Liability

  • Hayly is not responsible for transactions, disputes, or losses resulting from your participation.