Terms & Conditions
Please read these Terms & Conditions carefully before using Dotmarket. By accessing or using our marketplace, you agree to comply with these terms.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using any part of the Dotmarket platform — whether through our website, mobile app, or any associated services — you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.
If you do not agree to any provision of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue your use of Dotmarket. These Terms apply to all visitors, registered users, buyers, and sellers on the platform.
User Accounts
To access certain features of Dotmarket, you may need to register for an account. As a registered user, you are responsible for the following:
- Providing accurate, complete, and current information during registration
- Keeping your password secure and not sharing it with anyone
- All activity that occurs under your account, whether authorised by you or not
- Promptly notifying Dotmarket at Contact@dotmarket.in if you suspect any unauthorised access
- Ensuring your account information remains up to date at all times
Dotmarket reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that contain false or misleading information.
Marketplace Services
Dotmarket is an online multi-vendor marketplace platform that connects customers with independent sellers across various product categories. We provide the technology infrastructure that enables buyers to browse, discover, and purchase products from sellers listed on our platform.
Please note that the availability of specific products, sellers, and services may vary based on your location, time of access, inventory levels, and other operational factors. Dotmarket does not guarantee the continuous availability of any particular product or service.
Orders
Placing an order on Dotmarket does not constitute a confirmed purchase until you receive an official order confirmation from us. Please be aware of the following:
- All orders are subject to product availability and seller confirmation
- Dotmarket reserves the right to cancel orders that appear suspicious or potentially fraudulent
- Orders placed with incorrect or incorrectly displayed pricing may be cancelled without liability
- Fraudulent transactions will be declined and reported to appropriate authorities
- You will be notified via email or SMS in case of any order modification or cancellation
Payments
Dotmarket accepts a wide range of payment methods to ensure a convenient checkout experience. The following payment options are available:
All digital payments are processed through PCI-DSS compliant, secure payment gateways. Dotmarket does not store your full card or banking credentials. In the event of a failed transaction, any deducted amount will be refunded within the standard banking timeline.
Pricing
All prices displayed on Dotmarket are in Indian Rupees (₹) and are subject to change without prior notice. Please review the following pricing terms:
- Prices may be updated by sellers at any time; the price at the time of purchase applies
- Promotional offers and sale prices are time-limited and may expire without notice
- Applicable taxes (including GST) are included in the displayed price where required by law
- Promotional discounts and coupon codes may carry additional eligibility conditions
- Dotmarket is not responsible for pricing errors introduced by third-party sellers
Shipping & Delivery
- Eligible orders within our service area are delivered in approximately 2 hours
- Delivery timelines may be affected by weather conditions, road closures, public holidays, or unforeseen operational disruptions
- Free shipping is available on orders above ₹999 in eligible areas
- Delivery charges for orders below the threshold will be clearly indicated at checkout
- You will receive real-time tracking updates for your orders via SMS and email
Returns & Refunds
Dotmarket aims to provide a fair and transparent returns experience. Please review the key points below:
- Eligible products may be returned in accordance with our Refund & Return Policy
- The return window and eligibility vary by product category and seller
- Refund processing commences only after a successful product inspection at our facility
- Refunds are issued to the original payment method within 5–7 business days of approval
- Certain product categories — including perishables, personal care, and digital goods — may not be eligible for returns
Cancellations
You may cancel an eligible order before it has been dispatched for delivery. Cancellations made after dispatch may not be processed. In addition, Dotmarket may cancel orders under the following circumstances:
- Item is out of stock
- Pricing error by the seller
- Payment verification failure
- Fraud risk detection
- Delivery address is unserviceable
- Violation of platform policies
You will be notified of any cancellation initiated by Dotmarket, and any paid amount will be refunded promptly.
Product Information
Product details including titles, descriptions, images, and specifications on Dotmarket are provided by individual sellers. Please be aware that:
- Product images are for illustrative purposes and may differ slightly from the actual item
- Minor colour variations may occur due to differences in display screens
- Product specifications and features may be updated by sellers without prior notice
- Dotmarket makes reasonable efforts to verify listings but cannot guarantee complete accuracy of all seller-provided information
User Responsibilities
By using Dotmarket, you agree to use the platform responsibly and lawfully. You must not engage in any of the following:
- Registering with false or misleading personal information
- Attempting or perpetrating any form of payment fraud
- Abusing promotional offers, referral codes, or discount mechanisms
- Uploading, sharing, or distributing harmful, offensive, or illegal content
- Interfering with, disrupting, or attempting to compromise platform security or infrastructure
- Impersonating another individual or entity on the platform
Seller Responsibilities
Sellers registered on Dotmarket must adhere to the following standards to maintain the quality and trust of the marketplace:
- Provide complete, accurate, and up-to-date product listings
- Deliver only authentic, genuine products that match the listing description
- Maintain accurate stock levels to avoid overselling
- Process and dispatch orders within the committed timeframe
- Comply with all applicable Indian laws, regulations, and tax obligations
- Respond promptly to customer queries and return/refund requests
Non-compliance may result in listing removal, account suspension, or permanent termination.
Intellectual Property
All content on the Dotmarket platform is the exclusive intellectual property of Dotmarket and its licensors. This includes, but is not limited to:
- The Dotmarket name and logo
- Brand identity and trademarks
- Graphic design and UI elements
- Icons and illustrations
- Website code and architecture
- All published text and copy
Any reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use of these materials without explicit written permission from Dotmarket is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. The collection, use, storage, and sharing of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms an integral part of these Terms & Conditions.
By using Dotmarket, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review it periodically to stay informed about how we handle your data.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, Dotmarket shall not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use of, or inability to use, the Dotmarket platform
- Any loss of data, revenue, profits, or business opportunities
- Actions or omissions of third-party sellers or service providers
- Unauthorised access to your account resulting from your own negligence
Nothing in these Terms limits Dotmarket’s liability for matters that cannot be excluded under applicable Indian consumer protection law.
Prohibited Activities
The following activities are strictly prohibited on the Dotmarket platform and may result in immediate account suspension:
- Violating any applicable laws or regulations
- Hacking or attempting to breach platform security
- Using bots, crawlers, or automated scripts
- Distributing malware or harmful code
- Misusing or manipulating payment systems
- Attempting unauthorised access
- Creating multiple or fake accounts
- Scraping data without permission
Suspension & Termination
Dotmarket reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or permanently terminate your account and access to the platform without prior notice if you are found to have violated these Terms & Conditions or engaged in activities that are harmful to the platform, other users, or third parties.
Upon termination, your right to use the platform ceases immediately. Any pending orders may be cancelled, and outstanding balances will be settled in accordance with our standard policies.
Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions shall be interpreted and governed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India, including but not limited to the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, and other applicable legislation.
Changes to Terms
Dotmarket may revise or update these Terms & Conditions at any time in response to changes in law, business practices, or platform features. The revised Terms will be published on this page with an updated effective date.
We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of the Dotmarket platform after the publication of any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms. For significant changes, we may notify you via email or in-app notification.
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