Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 1 November 2025
Last Updated: 31 May 2026

Deal Once is a trading name of NENO GROUP PTY LTD AS TRUSTEE FOR TANEJA & SONS FAMILY TRUST
ACN: 671 083 711

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Deal Once application ("App", "Platform", "Marketplace", or "Service") anywhere in the world, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the App. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and NENO GROUP PTY LTD AS TRUSTEE FOR TANEJA & SONS FAMILY TRUST (ACN 671 083 711), trading as Deal Once, a company incorporated in Australia. Use of the Platform is subject to the country eligibility requirements in Section 2.1.

1.1 Platform Availability

The Deal Once app is exclusively available for download through:

Any versions obtained from other sources are unauthorized and may pose security risks. We are not responsible for any issues arising from unauthorized app versions.

By downloading the App from these platforms, you also agree to the respective terms of service of Apple or Google as applicable.

2. Service Description

Deal Once is a peer-to-peer marketplace platform available worldwide (subject to Section 2.1) that facilitates:

The Platform acts solely as an intermediary to connect users and does not take ownership of items sold, provide services directly, or participate in rental agreements.

2.1 Country Eligibility

Deal Once is available in most countries worldwide. However, the Platform is not available for download or use in certain countries, and Secure Payment is only available in countries where Stripe Express is supported.

Unavailable Countries — App not distributed (23 countries):

Deal Once is not available on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store in the following countries. Users in these jurisdictions cannot download or use the Platform:

Attempting to access the Platform from an unavailable country by circumventing store distribution restrictions (e.g., VPN, sideloading, region-switching) is a violation of these Terms and may result in immediate account termination and reporting to relevant authorities.

Secure Payment Countries — 45 countries:

Secure Payment (credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay) and seller payouts via Stripe Express are available only where Stripe Express is supported. Both the buyer and the seller must be located in a supported country:

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States.

Cash-Only Countries — all other available countries:

Users in countries where the app is available but Secure Payment is not supported may access the full listing, browsing, messaging, and rental discovery features of the Platform. All payments in these countries are arranged directly off-platform between parties. Deal Once provides no buyer protection, no escrow, no dispute resolution, and no chargeback support for off-platform payment arrangements.

3. User Registration and Account Security

3.1 Account Creation

To access full Platform features, you must:

3.2 Account Verification

The Platform offers three optional verification badges to help build trust in the marketplace:

All verification badges are optional. Verification improves trust and visibility but does not guarantee the accuracy of user-provided information. We reserve the right to remove, withhold, or revoke any verification badge at our discretion.

3.3 Verification Service Fees

A one-time, non-refundable service fee applies for identity and business verification badges:

Verification fees are collected securely via our payment partner Stripe. All fees are non-refundable regardless of verification outcome. Current fee rates are displayed in-app. Fees may be updated with 30 days' notice.

4. Payment Systems and Terms

4.1 Payment Methods

The Platform supports two payment methods:

Cash Payment: Available globally. Payments arranged directly between parties outside the Platform, at users' own risk (see §4.1.1).

Secure Payment: Available for products and job services only (NOT available for rental listings — see §5). Powered by our payment partner Stripe, Secure Payment supports:

Country Availability: Secure Payment is only available where Stripe Express accounts are supported. Both the buyer and the seller must be located in a supported country. Supported countries are: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and United States. Users in countries not on this list may use Cash Payment only.

4.1.1 Cash Payment Risks and Responsibilities

When users choose Cash Payment:

4.2 Secure Payment Process

Authorization and Capture:

  1. Buyer/job requester's payment is authorized but not immediately captured
  2. Authorization hold lasts up to 7 days for most card types (may be shorter depending on your card type and issuing bank — some debit and prepaid cards hold for as little as 1–2 days)
  3. If the authorization expires before the verification code is entered, a new charge for the same agreed amount will be made automatically using the payment method retained by Stripe on our behalf — Deal Once does not store your card details
  4. If the re-charge requires additional bank authentication (3D Secure), you will receive a push notification to complete verification through your bank's secure page. If the re-charge fails (e.g., insufficient funds, card removed, or 3DS declined), the transaction will remain incomplete and you will be notified to complete payment manually via My Hub → My Orders
  5. Upon successful exchange or job completion, the buyer or job requester must complete the inspection checklist confirming satisfaction with the item or service
  6. After completing the inspection checklist, the buyer or job requester shares the verification code with the seller or service provider
  7. Payment is captured only after verification code confirmation
  8. Funds are then automatically transferred to the seller/service provider's Stripe Express account

4.3 Stripe Express Accounts

4.4 Service Fees

Bilateral service fees apply to both parties in secure payment transactions:

Exact fee amounts are displayed before transaction confirmation. Current fee rates and detailed breakdowns are available at dealonce.com/fees. Fees may be updated with 30 days notice.

4.5 Payment Security and Compliance

5. Rental Listings

Rental listings are for marketing and discovery only. Rental providers can create listings and chat with interested renters to receive offers, but all rental agreements and payments occur directly between parties outside the platform.

Deal Once assumes no responsibility for rental transactions, agreements, or disputes.

6. Content and Media

6.1 Content Storage

By uploading content, users grant Deal Once a license to display and distribute content as necessary for Platform operation.

6.2 Prohibited Content

Users must not upload, share, or display:

6.3 AI-Powered Listing Assistance

The Platform offers an optional AI feature that uses images you upload to generate listing suggestions. When you choose to use this feature:

Deal Once does not verify the accuracy of AI-generated suggestions. Use of the AI feature is at your discretion and risk.

7. Shipping and Delivery

The Platform does not provide shipping support or logistics services. All delivery arrangements must be made directly between buyers and sellers.

8. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

8.1 General Conduct

Users must:

8.2 Prohibited Activities

Users must not:

8.2.1 Prohibited Items for Sale

The following items are strictly prohibited from being listed or sold on the Platform. This list is not exhaustive, and all items must comply with the laws and regulations of the seller's jurisdiction as well as those of any country to which an item may be shipped:

Weapons and Firearms:

Drugs and Controlled Substances:

Alcohol and Tobacco:

Counterfeit and Infringing Goods:

Stolen or Illegally Obtained Items:

Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods:

Live Animals and Wildlife Products:

Adult Content and Offensive Materials:

Government Documents and Currency:

Human Organs and Body Parts:

Restricted or Regulated Items:

Food and Beverages (Restricted):

Other Prohibited Items:

Important: This list is not exhaustive. Sellers are responsible for ensuring all items comply with all applicable laws and regulations in their jurisdiction, including the laws of any country to which an item may be shipped. The Platform reserves the right to remove any listing that violates these prohibitions or any applicable law. Violations may result in account suspension, permanent ban, and reporting to relevant authorities.

8.3 Reporting Inappropriate Content

Users can report inappropriate content or listings that violate these Terms by using the "Report Inappropriate Content" feature available on each listing. Our moderation team will review all reports and take appropriate action, which may include:

We are committed to maintaining a safe and trustworthy marketplace. All reports are taken seriously and reviewed promptly by our team.

9. Restricted Categories

Certain product categories have specific restrictions and requirements. Sellers and buyers must comply with all applicable rules and regulations for these categories.

9.1 Events & Tickets

Seller Requirements:

Marketplace Disclaimer: The marketplace is not responsible for incorrect original prices, invalid, misrepresented, or fraudulent tickets, or tickets listed in the wrong category. Listings violating these rules may be removed without notice.

9.2 Food & Beverages

Allowed Items:

Prohibited Items:

Marketplace Disclaimer: Marketplace is not responsible for product quality, storage conditions, or adverse reactions.

9.3 Pet Supplies

Allowed Items:

Prohibited Items:

Marketplace Disclaimer: Marketplace does not guarantee product safety or suitability for pets.

9.4 Baby & Kids Products Safety Requirements

Car Seats:

Used car seats are permitted ONLY if sellers certify ALL of the following requirements are met:

New car seats must also comply with the mandatory child restraint safety standard applicable in the seller's and buyer's jurisdiction.

Seller Liability: Sellers bear FULL legal liability for any injury, harm, or damage resulting from the sale of unsafe, non-compliant, or misrepresented car seats. Sellers certify the accuracy of all information provided and compliance with all applicable consumer protection laws.

Strollers & Prams:

Used strollers and prams are permitted ONLY if sellers certify ALL of the following:

Kids Furniture:

The following items are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Used kids furniture (cots, high chairs, change tables, bunk beds) permitted ONLY if sellers certify:

Toys & Play Equipment:

Sellers must ensure all toys and play equipment:

PROHIBITED: Toys with magnets that don't comply with safety standards, projectile toys without warnings, water beads/gel balls.

Feeding & Nursing:

PROHIBITED: Opened formula, expired products, recalled feeding equipment, homemade baby food.

Clothing for Babies & Toddlers:

School & Educational:

General Requirements for All Baby & Kids Products:

Seller Liability: Sellers bear FULL legal liability for any injury, harm, or damage resulting from the sale of unsafe, non-compliant, misrepresented, or recalled baby and kids products. Sellers certify the accuracy of all information provided and compliance with all applicable consumer protection laws and mandatory safety standards.

⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING: Deal Once strongly advises caution when purchasing used baby and kids products due to safety risks including unknown history, recalls, non-compliance with current standards, wear and tear, and missing parts. We do NOT verify seller certifications, safety compliance, recall status, or product condition. Buyers purchase at their own risk and must independently verify all safety requirements, check relevant government product safety recalls in their jurisdiction, inspect products thoroughly, and ensure age-appropriateness before use.

9.5 Vehicle Listings

Mandatory Information Requirements:

When listing vehicles (Cars, Motorcycles, Trucks & Vans, Commercial Vehicles), sellers must provide:

Seller Obligations:

Buyer Recommendations:

Marketplace Disclaimer: Deal Once does not verify vehicle condition, odometer readings, history, roadworthiness, or compliance with applicable vehicle safety standards and regulations. All vehicles are sold without warranty unless explicitly stated in the listing.

9.6 Beauty & Personal Care Products

Therapeutic Goods:

Cosmetics:

Marketplace Disclaimer: Deal Once does not verify therapeutic goods regulatory compliance, ingredient safety, or product authenticity. Buyers use beauty products at their own risk.

9.7 Real Estate

Listing Purpose:

Real Estate listings are for marketing and discovery purposes only. Sellers can create listings and communicate with interested buyers through the chat feature to answer queries, but all transactions must be handled directly between parties outside the Platform.

Marketplace Disclaimer: The Marketplace does not facilitate, mediate, or participate in Real Estate transactions. All negotiations, contracts, legal compliance, and financial transactions are the sole responsibility of the parties involved. The Marketplace is not liable for any disputes, misrepresentations, or issues arising from Real Estate listings or transactions.

9.8 Category Misuse

Sellers must select the correct category for all listings. Items posted in an incorrect category may be removed or modified at the marketplace's discretion.

9.9 Seller Responsibility

Sellers certify that all information provided (images, prices, descriptions, original ticket prices, condition, legality) is true and accurate.

Sellers are solely responsible for ensuring their listings comply with:

Marketplace facilitates connections only and is not the seller of any item.

9.10 Buyer Responsibility

Buyers must review descriptions carefully before purchase. Buyers acknowledge the marketplace does not verify:

Buyers purchase at their own risk.

9.11 Liability Limitation

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the marketplace:

9.12 Listing Removal

Marketplace may remove or restrict listings that violate:

10. Job Services and Independent Contractors

10.1 Platform Role

The Platform acts solely as a facilitator connecting job requesters with service providers. All service agreements are made directly between parties; the Platform is not a party to these agreements. Service providers are independent contractors, not employees or agents of the Platform or job requesters.

10.2 Licensing Requirements

Certain services offered on this marketplace require valid licences or certifications. This includes, but is not limited to:

Service providers must hold all required licences or certifications and comply with all applicable laws and regulations in their jurisdiction.

The marketplace is not responsible for any unlicensed, illegal, or non-compliant work, and service providers are fully liable for any legal or financial consequences arising from offering such services.

10.3 Service Provider Responsibilities

10.4 Job Requester Responsibilities

10.5 Insurance and Liability

Insurance Disclaimer: The marketplace does NOT provide insurance coverage for job services. Service providers and job requesters are solely responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance coverage.

The marketplace is not liable for:

10.6 Independent Contractor Status

No employment, partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship exists between:

Service providers are solely responsible for their tax obligations, pension or retirement fund contributions (where applicable under the laws of their jurisdiction), workers' compensation or equivalent employer insurance, and compliance with all applicable employment laws.

10.7 Child Safety Screening and Background Check Requirements

In many jurisdictions, certain services involving children require service providers to hold a valid background check or child safety screening clearance. Service providers are responsible for holding any required clearance for the jurisdiction in which they provide services. Examples include:

Services Requiring WWCC:

Service Provider Obligations:

Job Requester Obligations:

Platform Disclaimer: The Deal Once platform acts solely as a facilitator connecting job requesters with service providers. The Platform does NOT verify, validate, or authenticate background check status, credentials, or compliance. The Platform is NOT responsible for:

Both service providers and job requesters are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable background check requirements. Service providers must provide proof of valid clearance. Job requesters must request and verify proof before engaging services. Providing services requiring a background check clearance without valid authorisation is a criminal offence in most jurisdictions. The Platform may remove listings and ban accounts for suspected violations but bears no liability for user compliance or verification.

10.8 Elder Care & Vulnerable Adults Screening Requirements

Service providers offering care services to elderly or vulnerable adults may be required to undergo additional screening checks under applicable laws in their jurisdiction (e.g., state and territory laws in Australia, DBS Enhanced Check in the United Kingdom, Vulnerable Sector Check in Canada, or equivalent state/federal background check requirements in other countries).

Services That May Require Screening:

Potential Screening Requirements:

Service Provider Obligations:

Platform Disclaimer: The Deal Once platform does NOT verify, validate, or authenticate police checks, disability worker screening, vulnerable persons checks, aged care worker screening, or any other screening credentials. Service providers and job requesters are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable screening requirements. The Platform is not liable for any consequences arising from non-compliance with screening requirements.

11. Non-Excludable Consumer Rights

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer rights under applicable consumer protection laws that cannot be excluded, restricted, or modified by agreement. Depending on your jurisdiction, these may include:

Where any statutory guarantee, warranty, or right applies by law and cannot be excluded, our liability for breach of that guarantee or right is limited, to the extent permitted by law, to: (a) in the case of goods — repair, replacement, or refund; and (b) in the case of services — re-supply of the services or payment of the cost of re-supply.

12. Privacy and Data Protection

12.1 Privacy Policy

Your use of the Platform is subject to our Privacy Policy, which complies with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, and other applicable privacy laws. Please review our Privacy Policy for full details.

12.2 Data Collection and Use

By using the Platform, you consent to:

12.3 Data Storage and Security

13. Intellectual Property

13.1 Platform Content

All Platform content, features, and functionality are owned by Deal Once and protected by Australian and international intellectual property laws.

13.2 User Content

Users retain ownership of their content but grant Deal Once a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute content as necessary for Platform operation.

13.3 Copyright Complaints (DMCA)

Deal Once complies with the United States Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. § 512. We have registered a designated agent with the U.S. Copyright Office (Designated Agent Directory Registration No. DMCA-1073565).

If you are a copyright owner (or authorised to act on behalf of one) and believe that material on the Platform infringes your copyright, you may send a notice of infringement to our designated agent. To be valid under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3), your notice must include:

Designated Agent

Upon receiving a valid notice, Deal Once will respond expeditiously to remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material and will notify the user who posted it. The affected user may submit a counter-notification meeting the requirements of 17 U.S.C. § 512(g). We may restore the material 10–14 business days after a counter-notification unless the original complainant files a court action seeking to restrain the user's activity.

Repeat infringers: Deal Once will terminate, in appropriate circumstances, the accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers.

Knowingly submitting false or misleading information in a DMCA notice or counter-notice may result in liability for damages under 17 U.S.C. § 512(f), including costs and attorneys' fees.

14. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

14.1 Platform Role

Deal Once is a facilitator only and is not responsible for:

14.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Deal Once shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:

14.3 Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold Deal Once harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 User Disputes

Disputes between users should be resolved directly between the parties. Deal Once may provide communication tools but is not obligated to intervene.

15.1.1 Payment Disputes (Secure Payments Only)

Dispute Notification:

Upon a dispute being initiated by a buyer or job requester, the platform shall notify the affected seller or service provider via in-app notifications and the relevant transaction history screens:

Automatic Fund Reversals:

Upon filing of a dispute, transferred amounts to the seller or service provider are automatically reversed for that transaction and held pending dispute resolution. This reversal is automatic and non-negotiable.

Evidence Handling:

Dispute Outcomes:

Negative Balances:

If funds were withdrawn by the seller or service provider prior to a dispute being filed, Stripe may create a negative balance on their connected account, which shall be recovered from future earnings. The platform is not responsible for managing, waiving, or resolving negative balances.

Limitation of Liability:

The platform acts solely as an intermediary and is not liable for:

All dispute decisions are final as determined by the payment processor. Sellers and service providers are responsible for ensuring proper verification procedures are followed before capturing payment. The platform is not liable for disputes arising from failure to follow verification processes as outlined in Section 4.2.

Users acknowledge and accept these terms by using Secure Payments.

Exclusion - Cash Payments:

Dispute resolution services are not available for cash payment transactions. Users who choose cash payments transact at their own risk (refer to Section 4.1.1).

15.2 Disputes with Deal Once

Any disputes with Deal Once shall be:

  1. First attempted to be resolved through good faith negotiation
  2. If unresolved, submitted to mediation under the Australian Commercial Disputes Centre (or an equivalent accredited mediation service in your jurisdiction)
  3. If still unresolved, subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales, Australia, without prejudice to any mandatory consumer dispute resolution rights you may have under the laws of your jurisdiction (including EU/UK consumer ADR rights)

16. Modifications

16.1 Terms Updates

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified through the App or via email at least 30 days before they take effect (or such longer period as required by applicable law in your jurisdiction — for example, EU consumer law may require additional notice for certain changes). Continued use of the Platform after the notice period constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not accept the changes, you must stop using the Platform before they take effect.

16.2 Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Platform. Where reasonably practicable, we will provide advance notice of material service changes.

17. Termination

17.1 User Termination

Users may terminate their account at any time through account settings.

17.2 Platform Termination

We may terminate or suspend accounts for Terms violations or any other reason at our discretion.

17.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

18. General Provisions

18.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia and the State of New South Wales. Nothing in this clause limits any mandatory consumer protection rights or remedies you may have under the applicable laws of your jurisdiction that cannot be excluded by contract.

18.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Deal Once regarding the Platform.

18.3 Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in effect.

18.4 Waiver

No waiver of any Term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver.

18.5 Assignment

Users may not assign or transfer rights under these Terms without our written consent.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions:

Deal Once
A trading name of NENO GROUP PTY LTD AS TRUSTEE FOR TANEJA & SONS FAMILY TRUST
ACN: 671 083 711

Email: support@dealonce.com
Website: www.dealonce.com

19.1 Grievance Officer (India)

In accordance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, the following Grievance Officer is designated for users in India:

We acknowledge grievances within 24 hours and aim to resolve them within 15 days of receipt. Complaints relating to content that exposes the private area of an individual, depicts such individual in any sexual act or conduct, or is in the nature of impersonation in an electronic form (including artificially morphed images), will be acted upon as expeditiously as possible and resolved within 72 hours, in line with Rule 3(2) of the IT Rules 2021.

20. Acknowledgment

By using Deal Once, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.


These Terms and Conditions are effective as of 1 November 2025 (last updated 14 February 2026) and apply to all users of the Deal Once platform.