What N Where

Terms of Use

Version: 1.0

Welcome to What N Where ("What N Where", "we", "our", "us", or the "platform"). These terms of Use ("terms") govern your access to and use of the website located at https://www.whatnwhere.in, together with any related services, applications, software, content, communications, competitions, marketplaces, business directories, recruitment services, digital products, and other features offered by What N Where.

By accessing, browsing, registering for, or using the platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional policies or service-specific terms that apply to your use of particular features.

If you do not agree to these terms, you must not access or use the platform.

Chapter 1 – Introduction & Acceptance of terms

1.1 Purpose of These terms

These terms establish the legal relationship between What N Where and every individual or organization that accesses or uses the platform. They define the rights, responsibilities, obligations, and expectations of both the platform and its users.

The purpose of these terms is to:

  • Promote a safe and trustworthy online environment.
  • Explain how the platform may be used.
  • Protect users and the platform from misuse and unlawful activities.
  • Describe the rules governing all services offered by What N Where.
  • Support fair participation across all platform features.

These terms apply to all visitors, registered users, businesses, employers, recruiters, buyers, sellers, designers, reviewers, competition participants, affiliates, advertisers, and any other person or entity using the platform.

1.2 About What N Where

What N Where is a multi-service digital platform that may provide one or more of the following services:

  • Marketplace for products and services.
  • Business directory and company listings.
  • Employer and recruiter services.
  • Job search and recruitment features.
  • Remote and on-site employment opportunities.
  • Company reviews and ratings.
  • Educational and knowledge-sharing resources.
  • Website templates.
  • Application templates.
  • Branding resources.
  • Affiliate programs.
  • International competitions.
  • Awards and recognition programs.
  • Community features.
  • Professional networking.
  • User-generated content.
  • Additional services introduced in the future.

Some services may be available only in certain countries or may require additional eligibility requirements.

1.3 Acceptance of These terms

By using What N Where, you represent that:

  • You have read these terms.
  • You understand these terms.
  • You agree to comply with these terms.
  • You agree to our Privacy Policy and any applicable service-specific policies.
  • You will use the platform responsibly and lawfully.

If you are using the platform on behalf of a company, partnership, educational institution, government agency, or other legal entity, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity to these terms.

1.4 Additional Policies

Certain services offered by What N Where may be governed by additional policies, guidelines, or agreements, including but not limited to:

  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Community Guidelines
  • Marketplace Policy
  • Buyer Policy
  • Seller Policy
  • Employer Policy
  • Recruiter Policy
  • Awards Rules
  • Intellectual Property Policy
  • Copyright Policy
  • Content Moderation Policy
  • Refund Policy (where applicable)

If there is any conflict between these terms and a service-specific policy, the service-specific policy will govern only with respect to that particular service, unless otherwise stated.

1.5 Future Services

What N Where may introduce new services, products, technologies, or features from time to time, including but not limited to:

  • Mobile applications.
  • Premium memberships.
  • Digital downloads.
  • Subscription services.
  • Artificial intelligence features.
  • API integrations.
  • Payment services.
  • Verification programs.
  • Additional competitions.
  • Educational programs.
  • Business tools.

Unless otherwise stated, these terms will apply to those future services.

1.6 User Responsibility

Every user is responsible for ensuring that their use of the platform complies with:

  • These terms.
  • Applicable laws.
  • Community standards.
  • Intellectual property rights.
  • Other users' rights.
  • Good faith and fair dealing.

Users are responsible for the consequences of the content they publish and the actions they take while using the platform.

1.7 platform Availability

We strive to make the platform available on a continuous basis. However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.

The platform may occasionally become unavailable due to:

  • Maintenance.
  • Security updates.
  • Technical failures.
  • Network interruptions.
  • Third-party service failures.
  • Unexpected events beyond our reasonable control.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, discontinue, or restrict any part of the platform at any time.

1.8 No Professional Advice

Information made available through the platform is provided for general informational purposes unless expressly stated otherwise.

Nothing available on the platform should be interpreted as legal, financial, tax, investment, employment, medical, engineering, or other professional advice.

Users should obtain appropriate independent professional advice before making important decisions based on information available through the platform.

1.9 International Use

What N Where welcomes users from around the world.

Users are responsible for ensuring that their access to and use of the platform complies with the laws applicable in their jurisdiction.

Certain services may not be available in all countries.

1.10 Entire Agreement

These terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any applicable service-specific policies, constitute the complete agreement between What N Where and users regarding the use of the platform.

Chapter 2 – Definitions

To improve clarity throughout these terms, the following definitions apply unless the context requires otherwise.

2.1 "platform"

"Platform" refers to the What N Where website, mobile applications, software, APIs, digital services, content, tools, systems, communications, databases, competitions, marketplaces, and any related services operated by What N Where.

2.2 "User"

A "user" means any individual or organization that accesses, browses, registers for, interacts with, or uses any part of the platform.

Users include, without limitation:

  • Visitors
  • Registered members
  • Buyers
  • Sellers
  • Employers
  • Recruiters
  • Job seekers
  • Designers
  • Developers
  • Businesses
  • Students
  • Competition participants
  • Review authors
  • Affiliates

2.3 "Account"

"Account" means a registered user profile created to access certain platform features.

2.4 "Marketplace"

"Marketplace" refers to services that allow users to publish, discover, advertise, buy, sell, or otherwise interact regarding products, services, digital assets, or other permitted offerings.

2.5 "Competition"

"Competition" includes any contest, championship, award event, creative challenge, hackathon, recognition program, qualification round, public voting process, judging activity, or similar event organized through What N Where.

2.6 "Content"

"Content" means any material made available through the platform, including:

  • Text
  • Images
  • Videos
  • Audio
  • Graphics
  • Logos
  • Templates
  • Source files
  • Documents
  • Software
  • Code
  • Reviews
  • Ratings
  • Comments
  • Listings
  • Portfolios
  • Business information
  • Educational materials

2.7 "User Content"

"User Content" means any content created, uploaded, submitted, transmitted, displayed, or otherwise provided by users through the platform.

2.8 "Business Listing"

A "business listing" means a profile or listing published by a business, organization, or professional for informational, promotional, networking, or commercial purposes.

2.9 "Company Review"

A "company review" means opinions, ratings, comments, or feedback submitted by users regarding businesses, employers, organizations, products, or services.

2.10 "Template"

A "template" includes website templates, application templates, UI kits, design resources, branding assets, or similar digital materials published through the platform.

2.11 "Employer"

An "employer" means any organization or individual posting employment opportunities or seeking candidates through the platform.

2.12 "Recruiter"

A "recruiter" means any individual or organization engaged in identifying, evaluating, recommending, or recruiting candidates for employment opportunities.

2.13 "Buyer"

A "buyer" means any user seeking to purchase, acquire, or obtain products, services, or digital assets through the marketplace.

2.14 "Seller"

A "seller" means any user offering products, services, digital assets, templates, or other permitted items through the Marketplace.

2.15 "Applicable Law"

"Applicable Law" refers to all laws, regulations, rules, judicial decisions, governmental requirements, and legally binding obligations applicable to the platform or a user's activities.

2.16 "Third-Party Services"

"Third-Party Services" means products, websites, software, payment providers, authentication services, hosting providers, analytics providers, advertising services, social login providers, or other external services that interact with the platform.

2.17 Interpretation

Unless the context requires otherwise:

  • Singular words include the plural and vice versa.
  • References to one gender include all genders.
  • Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
  • Words such as "including" or "includes" mean "including without limitation."
  • References to laws include amendments, replacements, and successor legislation where applicable.

Chapter 3 – Eligibility & User Accounts

3.1 Eligibility to Use the platform

To access or use What N Where, you must have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement under the laws applicable to you.

By using the platform, you represent and warrant that:

  • You meet the minimum legal age required in your jurisdiction to use our services independently, or you have obtained any legally required parental or guardian consent.
  • You are legally permitted to use the platform under the laws that apply to you.
  • You have not previously been permanently suspended or prohibited from using What N Where, unless we have expressly authorized your return.
  • The information you provide to us is accurate, complete, and current.

If you do not satisfy these eligibility requirements, you must not use the platform.

3.2 Individual and Business Accounts

What N Where may allow both individuals and organizations to create accounts.

Depending on the services used, accounts may include:

  • Individual User Accounts
  • Job Seeker Accounts
  • Employer Accounts
  • Recruiter Accounts
  • Seller Accounts
  • Buyer Accounts
  • Business Accounts
  • Company Accounts
  • Educational Institution Accounts
  • Organization Accounts
  • Competition Participant Accounts
  • Affiliate Accounts
  • Premium Accounts (if introduced)

Each account type may be subject to additional eligibility requirements and service-specific policies.

3.3 One Account Per User

To promote fairness, security, and trust, users should generally maintain only one primary personal account unless What N Where expressly permits multiple accounts for legitimate business or operational purposes.

Creating multiple accounts to:

  • Avoid restrictions,
  • Manipulate rankings,
  • Influence reviews,
  • Circumvent suspensions,
  • Gain unfair competition advantages,
  • Mislead other users,

or for any similar improper purpose is prohibited.

3.4 Accuracy of Information

Users are responsible for ensuring that all information submitted to the platform is:

  • Accurate.
  • Truthful.
  • Complete.
  • Lawfully obtained.
  • Updated when changes occur.

Providing false, misleading, outdated, or fraudulent information may result in account restrictions or termination.

3.5 User Responsibilities

Users agree to use the platform responsibly and in good faith.

Users are responsible for:

  • All activities performed through their account.
  • Protecting their login credentials.
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of passwords and verification codes.
  • Promptly reporting unauthorized access.
  • Complying with these terms and all applicable platform policies.
  • Respecting the rights of other users.

3.6 Account Ownership

Accounts are personal to the registered user or authorized organization.

Users may not:

  • Sell accounts.
  • Transfer accounts without authorization.
  • Rent accounts.
  • Share accounts in a manner that compromises security.
  • Create accounts on behalf of another person without authority.

What N Where reserves the right to verify account ownership where necessary.

3.7 Username and Profile Information

Users may choose a username, display name, profile image, biography, and other profile information, subject to our policies.

Users may not use:

  • Offensive or abusive names.
  • Misleading identities.
  • Names intended to impersonate another person or organization.
  • Usernames that infringe intellectual property rights.
  • Usernames that violate applicable laws.

We reserve the right to require modification of usernames or profile information that violate these terms or applicable policies.

3.8 Organizational Accounts

Businesses, organizations, educational institutions, and employers creating accounts represent that the person registering the account has the authority to act on behalf of the organization.

Organizations are responsible for activities performed through authorized users acting under their account.

3.9 User Cooperation

Users agree to cooperate with reasonable requests relating to:

  • Identity verification.
  • Security investigations.
  • Fraud prevention.
  • platform integrity.
  • Legal compliance.
  • Resolution of disputes involving their account.

Failure to cooperate where reasonably required may result in temporary restrictions until verification or review is completed.

3.10 Continued Eligibility

Eligibility to use the platform is ongoing.

If a user no longer satisfies the eligibility requirements or violates these terms, What N Where may restrict or terminate access in accordance with these terms and applicable policies.

Chapter 4 – Account Registration & Verification

4.1 Registration Process

Certain services require users to create an account.

During registration, users may be asked to provide information such as

  • Full name.
  • Email address.
  • Mobile number.
  • Country.
  • Username.
  • Password.
  • Business information (where applicable).
  • Professional information (where applicable).

Users agree to provide information that is accurate and complete.

4.2 Email Verification

To improve security and reduce fraudulent registrations, What N Where may require users to verify their email address before accessing certain services.

Verification may be completed through a verification link, verification code, or other authentication method.

4.3 Mobile Number Verification

For certain services, users may be required to verify their mobile number using a One-Time Password (OTP) or another verification method.

Verification may be required for:

  • Account creation.
  • Login authentication.
  • Marketplace participation.
  • Competition registration.
  • Prize distribution.
  • Business verification.
  • Recovery of account access.
  • Security investigations.

Verification requirements may vary depending on the services used.

4.4 Identity Verification

To protect users and maintain trust, What N Where may request additional identity verification where reasonably necessary.

Examples include:

  • Employer verification.
  • Business verification.
  • Seller verification.
  • Competition winner verification.
  • High-risk transactions.
  • Security investigations.
  • Fraud prevention.

Identity verification may involve reviewing documentation or other reasonable verification methods.

4.5 Business Verification

Businesses and organizations may be asked to provide additional information to confirm the authenticity of their organization.

Verification may include:

  • Business registration details.
  • Official contact information.
  • Tax identification (where appropriate).
  • Website ownership.
  • Authorized representative details.
  • Supporting documentation.

Successful verification does not constitute an endorsement, guarantee, or certification of the business by What N Where.

4.6 Account Security

Users are responsible for maintaining the security of their accounts.

Users should:

  • Use strong passwords.
  • Keep passwords confidential.
  • Enable additional security features where available.
  • Avoid sharing verification codes.
  • Secure their devices.
  • Report suspicious activity immediately.

What N Where is not responsible for unauthorized access resulting from a user's failure to safeguard account credentials.

4.7 Account Recovery

Users who lose access to their accounts may request account recovery through the recovery procedures provided by the platform.

To protect users, What N Where may require identity verification before restoring account access.

4.8 Changes to Account Information

Users should promptly update their account information whenever changes occur.

Examples include:

  • Email address.
  • Mobile number.
  • Business information.
  • Company name.
  • Professional details.
  • Address.
  • Profile photograph.

Keeping account information current helps maintain platform security and effective communication.

4.9 Refusal of Registration

What N Where reserves the right to refuse, suspend, or cancel account registration where reasonably necessary, including where:

  • False information is provided.
  • Identity cannot be reasonably verified when required.
  • Fraud is suspected.
  • Automated registrations are detected.
  • Platform abuse is suspected.
  • Applicable laws prohibit providing services.
  • Registration would create a security risk.

Such decisions will be made in accordance with our policies and applicable legal obligations.

4.10 Account Suspension and Termination

What N Where may temporarily suspend, restrict, or permanently terminate accounts where reasonably necessary to:

  • Protect users.
  • Maintain platform security.
  • Investigate suspected violations.
  • Prevent fraud.
  • Enforce these terms.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

Where appropriate, users may be given an opportunity to respond or appeal, unless immediate action is required to protect the platform, other users, or comply with applicable law.

Termination of an account does not automatically remove obligations that arose before termination, including obligations relating to intellectual property, dispute resolution, payments, or compliance with applicable laws.

Chapter 5 – Platform Services

5.1 Overview of the platform

What N Where is a multi-service digital platform designed to connect individuals, businesses, employers, recruiters, designers, developers, creators, buyers, sellers, learners, and organizations through a variety of online services.

The platform may offer one or more of the following services:

  • Global Marketplace
  • Business Listings
  • Company Directory
  • Company Reviews & Ratings
  • Job Listings
  • Remote Employment Opportunities
  • Recruitment Services
  • Website Templates
  • Mobile Application Templates
  • UI/UX Design Resources
  • Branding Resources
  • Digital Downloads
  • Educational Content
  • Online Learning Resources
  • Affiliate Programs
  • Awards & Competitions
  • Professional Networking
  • Community Discussions
  • Knowledge Sharing
  • Premium Services
  • Additional services introduced in the future.

Certain services may be modified, expanded, restricted, or discontinued at our discretion.

5.2 Nature of Our Services

Unless expressly stated otherwise, What N Where provides an online technology platform that enables users to discover information, connect with one another, publish content, participate in competitions, advertise businesses, search for employment opportunities, and engage in marketplace activities.

Except where expressly identified as the direct provider of a service, What N Where generally acts as an intermediary platform and is not a party to agreements entered into directly between users.

5.3 Platform Availability

We strive to provide reliable access to the platform. However, uninterrupted availability cannot be guaranteed.

Access may be interrupted due to:

  • Scheduled maintenance.
  • Security upgrades.
  • System improvements.
  • Technical failures.
  • Network outages.
  • Third-party service interruptions.
  • Events beyond our reasonable control.

We may temporarily suspend access to all or part of the platform where reasonably necessary to protect users or maintain service integrity.

5.4 Future Features

As the platform evolves, What N Where may introduce additional features, including but not limited to:

  • Mobile applications.
  • Artificial intelligence tools.
  • Premium memberships.
  • Subscription services.
  • Digital asset marketplaces.
  • API integrations.
  • Verification badges.
  • Professional certifications.
  • Online events.
  • Live webinars.
  • Community forums.
  • Messaging features.
  • Payment services.

Such features may be governed by additional terms or policies.

5.5 User Responsibilities

Users are responsible for using the platform in a lawful, respectful, and responsible manner.

Users agree to:

  • Provide accurate information.
  • Respect the rights of other users.
  • Comply with these terms and all applicable policies.
  • Use the platform only for lawful purposes.
  • Avoid misleading or fraudulent conduct.
  • Protect their account credentials.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of non-public information obtained through the platform.

5.6 Platform Integrity

To maintain a trustworthy environment, What N Where may monitor platform activity for the purpose of:

  • Preventing fraud.
  • Detecting spam.
  • Protecting platform security.
  • Investigating policy violations.
  • Identifying automated or abusive activity.
  • Maintaining service quality.

Monitoring is conducted in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

5.7 Third-Party Services

Some platform features may rely on services provided by third parties, such as

  • Payment processors.
  • Email providers.
  • OTP providers.
  • Cloud hosting.
  • Analytics providers.
  • Mapping services.
  • Social login providers.
  • Communication services.

Your use of third-party services may also be subject to the terms and privacy policies of those providers.

5.8 Service Modifications

What N Where may modify, update, improve, suspend, or discontinue any feature or service at any time.

Where reasonably practicable, we will seek to provide notice of material changes that significantly affect users.

5.9 No Guarantee of Outcomes

While the platform is intended to facilitate valuable opportunities, What N Where does not guarantee:

  • Employment.
  • Business growth.
  • Sales.
  • Purchases.
  • Investment opportunities.
  • Competition success.
  • Awards.
  • Revenue.
  • Search rankings.
  • Reviews.
  • Customer acquisition.
  • Professional recognition.

Success depends on many factors beyond the platform's control.

5.10 User Acknowledgement

By using What N Where, users acknowledge that the platform provides tools and services intended to facilitate opportunities and connections, but users remain responsible for their own decisions, interactions, agreements, and activities.

Chapter 6 – Marketplace terms

6.1 Marketplace Overview

The What N Where Marketplace enables users to publish, discover, advertise, purchase, sell, or otherwise interact regarding products, services, digital goods, templates, software, educational materials, and other items permitted by the platform.

The Marketplace is designed to connect buyers and sellers while promoting transparency, responsible participation, and compliance with applicable laws.

6.2 Marketplace Participants

Marketplace users may include:

  • Individual sellers.
  • Businesses.
  • Companies.
  • Buyers.
  • Digital creators.
  • Designers.
  • Developers.
  • Educational institutions.
  • Organizations.
  • Service providers.

Participation may require account verification depending on the type of listing or transaction.

6.3 Seller Responsibilities

Sellers are responsible for ensuring that:

  • Listings are accurate.
  • Product descriptions are truthful.
  • Images accurately represent the product or service.
  • Prices are clearly displayed.
  • Listings comply with applicable laws.
  • They possess the necessary rights to sell or distribute the listed items.
  • Products are not prohibited under platform policies.

Sellers must promptly update listings if material information changes.

6.4 Buyer Responsibilities

Buyers are responsible for exercising reasonable care before completing transactions.

Buyers should:

  • Review listings carefully.
  • Verify relevant information.
  • Communicate with sellers where necessary.
  • Understand product specifications.
  • Review pricing and delivery details.
  • Conduct appropriate due diligence before purchasing.

Users are encouraged to report suspicious listings or fraudulent activity through the platform's reporting tools.

6.5 Marketplace Communications

The platform may provide communication tools to facilitate interactions between buyers and sellers.

Users agree to use these tools respectfully and lawfully.

Communications must not be used to:

  • Harass others.
  • Commit fraud.
  • Share malicious software.
  • Circumvent platform security measures.
  • Violate applicable laws.
  • Promote prohibited products or services.

6.6 Marketplace Listings

Listings must be accurate, lawful, and comply with platform policies.

What N Where reserves the right to review, edit, restrict, suspend, or remove listings that:

  • Contain false or misleading information.
  • Violate intellectual property rights.
  • Promote illegal activities.
  • Include prohibited content.
  • Pose security risks.
  • Violate these terms or other platform policies.

Removal of a listing does not necessarily constitute a determination that the seller has violated the law.

6.7 Product Availability

Unless expressly stated otherwise, product availability, pricing, shipping, warranties, and delivery timelines are determined by the seller.

What N Where does not independently verify every listing and cannot guarantee the availability or accuracy of seller-provided information.

6.8 Transactions Between Users

Transactions conducted through the Marketplace are generally agreements between buyers and sellers.

Unless What N Where expressly states otherwise for a particular service, the platform is not the seller, reseller, importer, exporter, manufacturer, distributor, or shipping provider for items listed by users solely because it hosts or facilitates listings.

Users are responsible for understanding the terms of their transactions and complying with applicable laws.

6.9 Disputes Between Buyers and Sellers

Disputes relating to products, services, quality, delivery, payments, warranties, or other transaction-related matters should first be addressed directly between the buyer and the seller.

Where appropriate, What N Where may, at its discretion, provide reporting tools or communication mechanisms intended to facilitate dispute resolution. However, unless expressly stated otherwise, What N Where is not obligated to mediate, arbitrate, or resolve disputes between users.

6.10 Marketplace Disclaimer

The Marketplace is provided as a platform to connect users.

Except where expressly stated, What N Where does not guarantee, warrant, or represent:

  • The quality of products or services.
  • Product authenticity.
  • Seller reliability.
  • Buyer reliability.
  • Product safety.
  • Delivery performance.
  • Payment completion.
  • Business legitimacy.
  • Merchant solvency.
  • Compliance of every listing with applicable laws.

Users are responsible for making informed decisions before entering into transactions and should exercise appropriate caution, particularly when dealing with unfamiliar parties.

Nothing in these terms limits any rights or protections that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable consumer protection or other mandatory laws.

Chapter 7 – Jobs & Recruitment Terms

7.1 Overview

What N Where provides technology that enables employers, recruiters, staffing agencies, organizations, and job seekers to connect through employment-related services.

These services may include:

  • Job advertisements.
  • Remote employment opportunities.
  • On-site employment opportunities.
  • Hybrid work opportunities.
  • Internship listings.
  • Freelance opportunities.
  • Contract positions.
  • Candidate profiles.
  • Resume publishing.
  • Recruitment tools.
  • Employer branding.
  • Company profiles.

Our recruitment services are intended to facilitate professional connections and do not constitute an employment agency, staffing agency, or guarantee of employment unless expressly stated for a specific service.

7.2 Job Seeker Responsibilities

Job seekers are responsible for ensuring that all information submitted through the platform is truthful, accurate, current, and lawful.

Users should only submit:

  • Their own resumes.
  • Their own portfolio.
  • Accurate employment history.
  • Genuine educational qualifications.
  • Valid certifications.
  • Accurate contact information.

Submitting false qualifications, forged documents, or misleading employment information may result in account suspension or permanent removal from the platform.

7.3 Employer & Recruiter Responsibilities

Employers and recruiters agree to:

  • Publish accurate job descriptions.
  • Clearly identify employment requirements.
  • Comply with applicable employment laws.
  • Respect candidate privacy.
  • Avoid discriminatory hiring practices prohibited by applicable law.
  • Communicate professionally.
  • Avoid deceptive recruitment practices.

Employers remain solely responsible for their recruitment decisions.

7.4 Recruitment Communications

The platform may facilitate communication between employers and candidates.

Users are expected to communicate respectfully and professionally.

The use of recruitment tools for spam, harassment, phishing, fraud, or any unlawful purpose is strictly prohibited.

7.5 No Employment Guarantee

What N Where provides technology to facilitate employment opportunities but does not guarantee:

  • Job interviews.
  • Employment offers.
  • Candidate selection.
  • Employer responses.
  • Salary levels.
  • Career advancement.
  • Recruitment success.

Hiring decisions are made solely by employers and recruiters.

7.6 Verification and Due Diligence

Although What N Where may offer verification programs for employers, recruiters, or candidates, users remain responsible for conducting their own reasonable due diligence before entering into employment relationships.

Verification by the platform should not be interpreted as a guarantee of legitimacy, suitability, or future conduct.

7.7 Fraud Prevention

Users must not:

  • Publish fake job opportunities.
  • Impersonate employers.
  • Request unlawful payments from candidates.
  • Collect personal information for fraudulent purposes.
  • Misrepresent salary, benefits, or job locations.
  • Conduct recruitment scams.

What N Where may remove suspicious job postings and take appropriate action against accounts involved in fraudulent activity.

7.8 User Responsibility

Candidates should independently evaluate employment opportunities before accepting interviews, offers, or employment.

Employers should independently verify candidate qualifications before making hiring decisions.

The platform serves as an intermediary for connecting users and is not responsible for employment agreements entered into between users.

7.9 Removal of Job Listings

What N Where reserves the right to remove, restrict, or suspend job listings that:

  • Violate these terms.
  • Contain misleading information.
  • Promote unlawful activities.
  • Infringe intellectual property rights.
  • Pose security risks.
  • Are considered fraudulent or deceptive.

Such action may be taken to protect users and maintain the integrity of the platform.

7.10 Recruitment Disclaimer

What N Where is a technology platform that facilitates recruitment-related interactions. Unless expressly stated otherwise, we are not the employer, employee, recruiter, staffing agency, or contracting party to employment relationships formed through the platform.

Users remain solely responsible for their hiring decisions, employment agreements, and compliance with applicable employment and labor laws.

Chapter 8 – Awards & Competitions

8.1 Overview

What N Where may organize national and international competitions, championships, award ceremonies, creative challenges, recognition programs, hackathons, and design events to encourage innovation, creativity, and professional excellence.

Each competition may have additional rules that supplement these terms.

8.2 Eligibility

Eligibility requirements for competitions may vary depending on the event.

Participants may be required to:

  • Create a verified account.
  • Complete registration.
  • Meet published eligibility requirements.
  • Submit original work.
  • Comply with competition deadlines.
  • Follow all published competition instructions.

Failure to satisfy eligibility requirements may result in disqualification.

8.3 Annual Global Design Championship

What N Where may organize an Annual Global Design Championship or similar international design event.

Unless otherwise announced, the competition may include multiple stages, such as

  • Qualification Round.
  • Shortlisting Round.
  • Semi-Final Round.
  • Final Round.

Competition structures, participant limits, judging procedures, prizes, and timelines may differ for each edition and will be announced through the official competition rules.

8.4 Qualification Round

Participation in the qualification round does not guarantee selection for later stages.

The platform may limit the number of participants advancing to subsequent rounds based on published criteria, judging, or other selection methods.

Selection decisions made in accordance with the published rules are final unless otherwise specified.

8.5 Original Work

Participants represent and warrant that all submitted work:

  • Is it their original creation, or
  • Is used with all necessary rights and permissions.

Participants must not submit work that:

  • Infringes copyright.
  • Infringes trademarks.
  • Misappropriates trade secrets.
  • Violates another person's rights.
  • Contains unlawful content.

If infringement is identified, What N Where may remove the submission and take appropriate action under these terms.

8.6 Judging and Evaluation

Competitions may be evaluated by one or more of the following:

  • Independent judges.
  • Industry experts.
  • Internal review panels.
  • Technical reviewers.
  • Community voting, where announced.

Judging criteria may include creativity, originality, usability, functionality, presentation, technical quality, innovation, and adherence to the competition brief.

The judging methodology for each competition will be described in the applicable competition rules.

8.7 Public Voting

Where competitions include public voting:

  • Only eligible votes may be counted.
  • Automated voting is prohibited.
  • Vote buying, manipulation, bots, or fraudulent voting practices are prohibited.
  • What N Where may invalidating suspicious votes after reasonable review.

The platform reserves the right to implement technical measures to protect the integrity of the voting process.

8.8 Prizes and Recognition

Competitions may include:

  • Cash prizes.
  • Certificates.
  • Digital badges.
  • Trophy recognition.
  • Public announcements.
  • Hall of Fame listings.
  • Promotional opportunities.
  • Professional recognition.

Prize descriptions, eligibility requirements, taxes, verification procedures, and payment methods will be specified in the applicable competition rules.

Winning a competition does not create an employment relationship or ongoing contractual obligation unless expressly agreed in writing.

8.9 Intellectual Property

Participants retain ownership of the intellectual property rights in their original submissions unless separate competition terms provide otherwise.

By submitting an entry, participants grant What N Where a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to host, display, reproduce, distribute, and promote the submitted work solely for the purpose of administering, judging, documenting, promoting, and showcasing the competition, subject to any additional competition-specific terms.

This license does not transfer ownership of the participant's work.

8.10 Competition Integrity

To maintain fairness, What N Where reserves the right to investigate suspected misconduct, including:

  • Plagiarism.
  • Copyright infringement.
  • Identity fraud.
  • Vote manipulation.
  • Submission of AI-generated content where prohibited by the competition rules.
  • False representations.
  • Attempts to interfere with judging.
  • Circumvention of published competition requirements.

Where appropriate, the platform may disqualify participants, revoke awards, cancel prizes, or take other actions consistent with the competition rules and these terms.

Participation in any competition constitutes acceptance of the published competition rules in addition to these terms of use.

Chapter 9 – User-Generated Content

9.1 Overview

What N Where allows users to create, upload, publish, submit, transmit, display, and share various forms of content through different services available on the platform.

User-Generated Content ("UGC") may include, but is not limited to:

  • Website templates
  • Mobile application templates
  • UI/UX designs
  • Logos
  • Branding resources
  • Product listings
  • Service listings
  • Business profiles
  • Company information
  • Reviews and ratings
  • Comments
  • Images
  • Videos
  • Documents
  • Source files
  • Portfolios
  • Educational resources
  • Blog articles
  • Questions and answers
  • Job-related information
  • Competition submissions
  • Digital products
  • Other content permitted by the platform.

By submitting user-generated content, users acknowledge that such content may be processed, displayed, stored, indexed, or shared as necessary to operate the platform.

9.2 User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for all user-generated content they publish or make available through the platform.

Users represent and warrant that:

  • They own the content or possess all necessary legal rights and permissions.
  • The content does not violate any applicable law.
  • The content does not infringe copyright, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, publicity rights, privacy rights, or any other legal rights of third parties.
  • The information provided is accurate and not intentionally misleading.
  • The content complies with these terms and all applicable platform policies.

Users bear all legal responsibility for the content they submit.

9.3 Public Nature of Content

Certain areas of the platform are intended to be publicly accessible.

Content submitted to public sections of the platform may be visible to:

  • Other users.
  • Search engines, where indexing is permitted.
  • Employers.
  • Recruiters.
  • Businesses.
  • Buyers.
  • Sellers.
  • Competition judges.
  • General visitors.

Users should exercise care when deciding what information to publish publicly.

9.4 Content Standards

Users must not publish content that:

  • Is unlawful.
  • Is fraudulent or deceptive.
  • Contains malware or malicious code.
  • Promotes violence or criminal activity.
  • Encourages terrorism or extremist activities.
  • Contains child sexual abuse material or exploits minors.
  • Contains non-consensual intimate imagery.
  • Is obscene or unlawfully pornographic.
  • Infringes intellectual property rights.
  • Defames or unlawfully harasses others.
  • Invades another person's privacy.
  • Promotes hate based on protected characteristics.
  • Violates applicable laws or these terms.

Users are also prohibited from publishing content intended to manipulate platform rankings, reviews, votes, or search results.

9.5 Platform Moderation

To maintain a safe and trustworthy environment, What N Where may, where reasonably necessary:

  • Review content.
  • Restrict visibility.
  • Remove content.
  • Disable access to content.
  • Suspend associated accounts.
  • Request clarification from users.
  • Preserve evidence for legal or security purposes.

Moderation may be performed using automated systems, human reviewers, or a combination of both.

Removal of content does not necessarily imply that a user has violated the law.

9.6 User License to What N Where

Users retain ownership of their original user-generated content.

However, by submitting content to the platform, users grant What N Where a limited, non-exclusive, worldwide, transferable (only in connection with a lawful business transfer), sublicensable where operationally necessary, royalty-free license to:

  • Host.
  • Store.
  • Cache.
  • Display.
  • Reproduce.
  • Distribute.
  • Format.
  • Index.
  • Process.
  • Back up.
  • Promote.
  • Make available through platform features.

This license exists solely to the extent necessary to operate, secure, improve, administer, market, and provide the platform and the specific services the user has chosen to use.

This license ends when the content is permanently removed from the platform, except where retention is required for backups, legal obligations, dispute resolution, fraud prevention, or enforcement of these terms.

9.7 Reporting Content

Users may report content they reasonably believe:

  • Infringes copyright.
  • Infringes trademarks.
  • Violates privacy.
  • Is fraudulent.
  • Is misleading.
  • Is abusive.
  • Violates these terms.
  • Violates applicable laws.

Reports should contain sufficient information to allow reasonable review.

False or abusive reporting may itself violate these terms.

9.8 Account Consequences

Users who repeatedly publish content that violates these terms may be subject to one or more of the following actions:

  • Warning notices.
  • Content removal.
  • Temporary feature restrictions.
  • Temporary suspension.
  • Permanent account termination.
  • Loss of competition eligibility.
  • Removal of Marketplace privileges.
  • Removal of verification status.

Actions taken will be proportionate to the nature and severity of the violation, subject to applicable law.

9.9 No Obligation to Publish

What N Where is under no obligation to publish, maintain, or continue displaying any user-generated content.

We may decline, remove, archive, or restrict content where reasonably necessary to protect the platform, users, legal rights, or operational integrity.

9.10 User Acknowledgement

By submitting user-generated content, users acknowledge that they are responsible for their own content and agree that What N Where may process such content in accordance with these terms, the Privacy Policy, and any applicable service-specific rules.

Chapter 10 – Intellectual Property

10.1 Ownership of the platform

Unless otherwise stated, all rights, title, and interest in and to the What N Where platform, including its software, source code, databases, user interface, graphics, logos, trademarks, service marks, text, design, layout, branding, and other platform content, are owned by or licensed to What N Where and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

These terms do not transfer any ownership rights in the platform to users.

10.2 User Ownership of Original Content

Users retain ownership of the intellectual property rights in content they independently create and submit to the platform, subject to the limited license granted under Section 9.6 and any service-specific terms (such as Awards or Marketplace terms).

Nothing in these terms transfers ownership of a user's original work to What N Where unless expressly agreed in writing.

10.3 Limited License to Users

Subject to compliance with these terms, What N Where grants users a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the platform solely for its intended purposes.

Users may not:

  • Copy the platform.
  • Modify the platform.
  • Reverse engineer the platform where prohibited by law.
  • Resell platform access.
  • Create derivative services from the platform without authorization.
  • Use platform content beyond what is permitted by law or by written permission.

10.4 Copyright

Users must respect the intellectual property rights of others.

Uploading, distributing, selling, or publishing copyrighted material without authorization is prohibited.

If What N Where receives a valid complaint regarding copyright infringement, we may investigate the matter and take appropriate action, including removing content or restricting accounts where warranted.

10.5 Trademarks

The names "What N Where," associated logos, branding elements, slogans, service marks, and other distinctive identifiers are protected intellectual property.

Users may not use these marks in a manner that is likely to cause confusion, imply endorsement, or infringe our rights without prior written permission.

Nothing in these terms grants a license to use our trademarks except as expressly permitted.

10.6 Competition Submissions

Competition participants retain ownership of their original submissions unless separate competition rules provide otherwise.

Participants grant What N Where the limited license described in the Awards & Competitions chapter to administer, judge, document, promote, and showcase the competition.

10.7 Marketplace Content

Sellers remain responsible for ensuring that they have the legal right to sell, license, distribute, or otherwise make available any products, templates, software, digital assets, or services listed through the Marketplace.

What N Where does not assume ownership of seller content solely because it is listed on the platform.

10.8 Reporting Intellectual Property Violations

Rights holders who believe that their intellectual property has been infringed may submit a notice through the contact methods designated by What N Where.

A report should include sufficient information to identify:

  • The protected work.
  • The allegedly infringing material.
  • The complainant's authority to act.
  • Contact information.
  • A good-faith explanation of the claim.

We may request additional information before taking action.

10.9 Repeat Infringers

Where appropriate and consistent with applicable law, What N Where may suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly infringe the intellectual property rights of others or repeatedly submit unauthorized content.

The platform may also remove infringing material and take reasonable steps to prevent further misuse.

10.10 Reservation of Rights

Except for the limited rights expressly granted under these terms, all intellectual property rights are reserved by their respective owners.

Nothing in these terms shall be interpreted as granting any implied license, ownership interest, or transfer of intellectual property rights.

Users agree to respect the intellectual property rights of What N Where, other users, third-party rights holders, and all lawful content owners when using the platform.

Chapter 11 – Prohibited Activities

11.1 Purpose

To maintain a safe, professional, trustworthy, and lawful environment, every user of What N Where must use the platform responsibly and in accordance with these terms, our Privacy Policy, Community Guidelines, and all applicable laws.

Users must not engage in any activity that could harm other users, interfere with the operation of the platform, compromise security, infringe the rights of others, or damage the reputation or integrity of What N Where.

The activities listed in this chapter are examples of prohibited conduct and are not exhaustive. We reserve the right to take appropriate action against any activity that we reasonably determine violates these terms or threatens the platform or its users.

11.2 Fraud and Misrepresentation

Users must not engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading conduct.

Examples include:

  • Creating fake identities.
  • Impersonating another individual, business, or organization.
  • Using forged or altered documents.
  • Providing false contact information.
  • Misrepresenting qualifications, certifications, employment history, or experience.
  • Falsely claiming ownership of products, templates, designs, or intellectual property.
  • Misleading buyers, sellers, employers, recruiters, or other users.
  • Making false statements about awards, rankings, endorsements, or affiliations.

11.3 Fake Accounts and Identity Abuse

Users must not:

  • Create accounts using another person's identity without authorization.
  • Register accounts using false names where identity is required.
  • Share accounts in a way that compromises security.
  • Sell, rent, or transfer accounts without our authorization.
  • Create multiple accounts to evade restrictions or manipulate platform features.

Where appropriate, What N Where may request additional verification to confirm account ownership.

11.4 Marketplace Abuse

Users must not use the Marketplace to:

  • Sell prohibited or illegal goods.
  • Offer counterfeit products.
  • Publish misleading product descriptions.
  • Display deceptive pricing.
  • Misrepresent product availability.
  • Circumvent platform rules.
  • Manipulate product rankings.
  • Engage in fraudulent transactions.
  • Use stolen payment information.
  • Interfere with legitimate Marketplace activity.

Buyers and sellers are expected to act honestly and comply with applicable consumer protection, tax, import/export, and commercial laws.

11.5 Recruitment Abuse

Users must not:

  • Publish fake job opportunities.
  • Create fictitious companies.
  • Collect candidate information for fraudulent purposes.
  • Request unlawful payments from job seekers.
  • Misrepresent salaries, benefits, or employment conditions.
  • Conduct recruitment scams.
  • Submit fabricated resumes or qualifications.
  • Misrepresent the existence of employment opportunities.

Employers and candidates remain responsible for the accuracy of the information they provide.

11.6 Awards and Competition Misconduct

To protect the integrity of competitions, users must not:

  • Submit work they do not own or have permission to use.
  • Plagiarize another participant's work.
  • Manipulate judging processes.
  • Buy or sell votes.
  • Use automated voting systems or bots.
  • Interfere with competition systems.
  • Submit duplicate entries where prohibited.
  • Circumvent eligibility requirements.
  • Misrepresent authorship or team membership.
  • Falsely claim awards or achievements.

What N Where may investigate suspected misconduct and take appropriate action, including disqualification.

11.7 Intellectual Property Infringement

Users must respect the intellectual property rights of others.

Users must not:

  • Upload copyrighted material without authorization.
  • Infringe trademarks.
  • Distribute pirated software.
  • Publish confidential proprietary information.
  • Misappropriate trade secrets.
  • Remove copyright notices.
  • Circumvent digital rights management where prohibited by law.

Repeated infringement may result in permanent account termination.

11.8 Prohibited Content

Users must not publish, upload, transmit, or otherwise make available content that:

  • Is unlawful.
  • Promotes or facilitates criminal activity.
  • Contains malware, ransomware, viruses, or malicious code.
  • Contains child sexual abuse material or exploits minors.
  • Contains non-consensual intimate imagery.
  • Is obscene or unlawfully pornographic.
  • Incites violence or terrorism.
  • Promotes hate or unlawful discrimination.
  • Contains fraudulent financial schemes.
  • Violates another person's privacy rights.
  • Encourages self-harm or unlawful dangerous activities.
  • Violates applicable laws or these terms.

What N Where may remove such content immediately and cooperate with lawful requests from competent authorities where required.

11.9 Spam and Unsolicited Communications

Users must not use the platform to:

  • Send spam.
  • Send bulk unsolicited messages.
  • Conduct phishing campaigns.
  • Distribute malware.
  • Advertise without authorization.
  • Harvest email addresses.
  • Send deceptive communications.
  • Circumvent messaging restrictions.

11.10 Platform Security

Users must not:

  • Attempt unauthorized access to the platform.
  • Probe, scan, or test vulnerabilities without authorization.
  • Interfere with security measures.
  • Circumvent authentication systems.
  • Introduce malicious software.
  • Launch denial-of-service attacks.
  • Exploit software vulnerabilities.
  • Interfere with platform availability.

Security testing may only be conducted with prior written authorization from What N Where.

11.11 Automated Access

Except where expressly authorized, users must not:

  • Operate bots.
  • Use automated scraping tools.
  • Harvest platform data.
  • Use automated account creation.
  • Circumvent rate limits.
  • Use scripts that interfere with normal platform operation.

Reasonable automated access approved by What N Where, such as authorized API integrations, may be permitted under separate agreements.

11.12 Reviews and Ratings Manipulation

Users must not:

  • Publish fake reviews.
  • Purchase reviews.
  • Sell reviews.
  • Offer incentives for misleading reviews.
  • Manipulate ratings.
  • Coordinate review campaigns intended to deceive users.
  • Submit reviews without a genuine experience where such experience is represented.

Reviews should reflect honest opinions and comply with applicable laws.

11.13 Privacy Violations

Users must not:

  • Publish another person's personal information without lawful authority.
  • Dox individuals.
  • Share confidential information unlawfully.
  • Misuse personal data obtained through the platform.
  • Attempt to obtain unauthorized access to user information.

Users must respect applicable privacy and data protection laws.

11.14 Artificial Intelligence and Automated Content

Where users submit AI-assisted or AI-generated content, they remain fully responsible for ensuring that such content:

  • Complies with these terms.
  • Does not infringe intellectual property rights.
  • Is not misleading.
  • Does not impersonate individuals.
  • Meets any competition-specific disclosure requirements.

If a competition or service prohibits AI-generated content, users must comply with those specific rules.

11.15 Financial Misconduct

Users must not use the platform to facilitate:

  • Money laundering.
  • Terrorist financing.
  • Tax fraud.
  • Payment fraud.
  • Chargeback abuse.
  • Stolen payment methods.
  • Fraudulent investment schemes.
  • Ponzi or pyramid schemes.
  • Unlawful financial services.

11.16 Illegal Products and Services

Users must not advertise, distribute, or facilitate transactions involving products or services that are unlawful in the applicable jurisdiction.

This includes, where prohibited by law:

  • Counterfeit goods.
  • Stolen property.
  • Illegal drugs.
  • Fraudulent documents.
  • Illegal gambling services.
  • Products that violate applicable sanctions or export restrictions.

Additional marketplace policies may identify categories of products or services that are restricted or prohibited.

11.17 Interference with the Platform

Users must not intentionally interfere with:

  • platform operations.
  • Search functionality.
  • Competition systems.
  • Marketplace systems.
  • Recruitment systems.
  • Voting mechanisms.
  • User accounts.
  • Network infrastructure.
  • Databases.
  • platform availability.

11.18 Circumvention of Enforcement

Users must not attempt to circumvent platform enforcement measures by:

  • Creating replacement accounts after suspension.
  • Using another person's account without authorization.
  • Employing technical methods to bypass restrictions.
  • Concealing identity to evade enforcement.

11.19 Reporting Violations

Users are encouraged to report suspected violations of these terms using the reporting tools or contact methods provided by What N Where.

Reports should be made in good faith and include sufficient information to allow reasonable investigation.

Knowingly submitting false or malicious reports may itself constitute a violation of these terms.

11.20 Enforcement

Where reasonably necessary and consistent with applicable law, What N Where may respond to violations of this chapter by taking one or more of the following actions:

  • Issuing warnings.
  • Removing content.
  • Restricting platform features.
  • Suspending or terminating accounts.
  • Removing Marketplace listings.
  • Removing job postings.
  • Disqualifying competition entries.
  • Revoking awards obtained through misconduct.
  • Restricting access to specific services.
  • Preserving evidence where reasonably necessary for legal compliance or security investigations.
  • Cooperating with lawful requests from competent authorities when required by applicable law.

Enforcement decisions will be based on the nature, severity, frequency, and circumstances of the conduct. Where appropriate, users may be given an opportunity to respond or appeal, unless immediate action is reasonably necessary to protect users, the platform, or to comply with legal obligations.

Chapter 12 – Payments & Premium Services

12.1 Overview

What N Where may provide both free and paid services. Paid services may include, without limitation:

  • Premium memberships.
  • Subscription plans.
  • Featured business listings.
  • Featured job postings.
  • Marketplace listing upgrades.
  • Sponsored advertisements.
  • Digital products.
  • Website templates.
  • Mobile application templates.
  • Branding resources.
  • Educational materials.
  • Competition registration fees.
  • Business verification services.
  • Employer verification services.
  • Recruitment tools.
  • API access.
  • Other premium services introduced in the future.

The availability, pricing, and features of paid services may vary by country, user type, promotional offer, or service category.

12.2 Pricing

Prices for paid services will be displayed before purchase.

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Prices are shown in the applicable currency.
  • Taxes, duties, or government charges may be added where required by law.
  • Promotional pricing may be subject to eligibility requirements.
  • Prices may change at any time for future purchases.
  • Price changes do not generally affect purchases that have already been completed, unless expressly permitted under the applicable subscription terms.

12.3 Payment Methods

What N Where may accept payments through one or more authorized payment providers, including:

  • Credit cards.
  • Debit cards.
  • UPI.
  • Net banking.
  • Digital wallets.
  • Bank transfers.
  • International payment methods.
  • Other payment methods supported by our payment partners.

Payment processing is generally performed by third-party payment service providers.

Users are responsible for ensuring that they are authorized to use the selected payment method.

12.4 Billing Authorization

By purchasing a paid service, users authorize What N Where and its authorized payment providers to process the applicable payment using the selected payment method.

Users represent and warrant that:

  • The payment information provided is accurate.
  • They are authorized to use the payment method.
  • Sufficient funds or credit are available.
  • The transaction complies with applicable laws.

Failure to complete payment may result in cancellation or suspension of the requested paid service.

12.5 Subscriptions

Certain services may be offered on a recurring subscription basis.

Where applicable:

  • Subscription terms will be displayed before purchase.
  • Billing frequency may be monthly, quarterly, annually, or another stated period.
  • Renewal terms will be disclosed before activation.
  • Users may manage or cancel subscriptions through available account settings or the designated payment provider, subject to the applicable subscription terms.
  • Cancellation generally prevents future renewals but does not automatically entitle the user to a refund for the current billing period unless required by law or expressly stated.

12.6 Digital Products

What N Where may offer digital goods, including:

  • Website templates.
  • Mobile application templates.
  • UI/UX resources.
  • Branding kits.
  • Icons.
  • Graphics.
  • Design assets.
  • Educational downloads.
  • Source files.
  • Other digital content.

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Users receive a license to use the purchased digital product in accordance with the applicable license terms.
  • Ownership of the intellectual property remains with the original rights holder.
  • Digital products may not be resold, redistributed, sublicensed, or shared except where expressly permitted.
  • Additional licensing terms may apply to specific digital products.

12.7 Marketplace Payments

Where Marketplace transactions involve payments between buyers and sellers:

  • Payment terms may be determined by the seller, subject to applicable laws and platform policies.
  • What N Where may facilitate payment processing where such functionality is offered.
  • Unless expressly stated otherwise, What N Where is not a party to the underlying contract of sale between the buyer and the seller solely because it facilitates the transaction.
  • Buyers and sellers remain responsible for complying with their contractual and legal obligations.

12.8 Competition Fees

Certain competitions, award programs, certification events, or professional challenges may require payment of registration or participation fees.

The applicable competition rules will specify:

  • Eligibility requirements.
  • Registration fees.
  • Payment deadlines.
  • Cancellation conditions.
  • Prize information.
  • Refund eligibility, if any.

Payment of a registration fee does not guarantee qualification, advancement, awards, prizes, or recognition.

12.9 Featured Listings and Advertising

Businesses, employers, recruiters, sellers, and other users may purchase promotional services, including:

  • Featured listings.
  • Sponsored advertisements.
  • Priority placement.
  • Promotional banners.
  • Enhanced visibility.
  • Marketing campaigns.

Purchasing promotional services does not guarantee:

  • Sales.
  • Customer inquiries.
  • Recruitment success.
  • Website traffic.
  • Search engine rankings.
  • Business growth.
  • Competition success.

Promotional placement does not constitute an endorsement by What N Where.

12.10 Taxes

Users are responsible for determining and complying with any tax obligations applicable to their use of the platform, including taxes relating to purchases, sales, income, prizes, digital products, or other transactions.

Where required by law, What N Where may collect, withhold, report, or remit taxes to the appropriate authorities.

12.11 Refunds

Unless otherwise required by applicable law or expressly stated in a service-specific policy:

  • Fees for completed digital downloads are generally non-refundable.
  • Subscription fees already earned for the current billing period are generally non-refundable after the service has been provided.
  • Competition registration fees may be non-refundable after the registration deadline or as specified in the competition rules.
  • Promotional services that have already commenced may be non-refundable.

Refund eligibility will be determined in accordance with the applicable refund policy and mandatory legal requirements.

Nothing in this section limits any non-waivable consumer rights available under applicable law.

12.12 Failed Payments

If a payment cannot be processed, What N Where may:

  • Retry the payment where authorized.
  • Suspend access to paid features.
  • Cancel pending purchases.
  • Restrict premium services until payment is successfully completed.
  • Request an alternative payment method.

12.13 Chargebacks and Payment Disputes

Users should first contact the What N Where's support team to resolve payment concerns before initiating a chargeback where appropriate.

Fraudulent or abusive chargebacks, including attempts to retain access to paid services without payment, may result in:

  • Temporary suspension of services.
  • Restriction of premium features.
  • Recovery of unpaid amounts through lawful means.
  • Additional administrative review.

Nothing in this section affects a user's legal right to dispute unauthorized or fraudulent transactions with their payment provider.

12.14 Promotions and Discount Codes

What N Where may occasionally offer:

  • Promotional pricing.
  • Coupons.
  • Discount codes.
  • Referral incentives.
  • Limited-time offers.

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Promotions cannot be combined.
  • Promotions have no cash value.
  • Promotions may be withdrawn or modified for future use.
  • Promotions are subject to their published terms and eligibility requirements.

Fraudulent use of promotional offers may result in cancellation of the promotion and appropriate enforcement action.

12.15 Business Verification Fees

If What N Where offers optional or mandatory business, employer, recruiter, or seller verification services, applicable fees, eligibility requirements, and verification procedures will be described before purchase.

Payment of a verification fee does not guarantee approval.

Verification decisions are based on the information and documentation provided, together with our verification procedures.

12.16 Premium Membership Benefits

Premium memberships, where offered, may provide benefits such as:

  • Enhanced profile visibility.
  • Increased listing limits.
  • Advanced recruitment tools.
  • Premium analytics.
  • Featured placement.
  • Access to exclusive educational resources.
  • Early access to new features.
  • Additional storage or upload limits.
  • Priority customer support.

Benefits may change over time, provided that material changes are communicated where required by applicable law or the subscription terms.

12.17 Payment Security

Payment information is processed using commercially reasonable security measures and, where applicable, through trusted third-party payment providers.

What N Where does not knowingly encourage users to transmit payment information through unsecured or unofficial communication channels.

Users should only make payments through payment methods or channels officially supported by the platform.

12.18 Prize Payments

Where competitions offer cash prizes or monetary awards:

  • Winners may be required to complete identity verification.
  • Winners may need to satisfy eligibility requirements.
  • Tax documentation may be requested where required by law.
  • Prize payments may be delayed where verification is incomplete or where legal compliance requires additional review.

What N Where reserves the right to withhold or decline prize distribution where fraud, ineligibility, or non-compliance with the competition rules is reasonably established.

12.19 Currency and Exchange Rates

Where international payments are supported, currency conversion and exchange rates may be determined by the applicable payment provider or financial institution.

Users are responsible for any exchange-rate fluctuations, bank charges, or international transaction fees imposed by their payment provider.

12.20 Changes to Paid Services

What N Where may modify, introduce, suspend, or discontinue paid services, subscription plans, pricing structures, or premium features from time to time.

Where changes materially affect existing paid services, we will provide notice where required by applicable law or the applicable subscription terms.

Any changes will generally apply prospectively and will not affect rights that have already accrued under completed transactions, except where permitted by law.

12.21 No Financial Advice

The availability of paid services, premium features, promotional opportunities, or digital products through What N Where does not constitute financial, investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice.

Users remain responsible for evaluating whether a purchase or premium service is suitable for their own needs and circumstances.

12.22 Payment Compliance

All payments made through the platform must comply with applicable laws, payment network rules, anti-fraud requirements, and any reasonable security procedures implemented by What N Where or its payment service providers.

Attempts to misuse payment systems, circumvent billing processes, exploit pricing errors, or engage in fraudulent financial activity may result in account restrictions, recovery of unpaid amounts where legally permitted, and other actions described in these terms.

Chapter 13 – Reviews & Ratings

13.1 Purpose

The Reviews & Ratings system is designed to help users make informed decisions by sharing genuine experiences and constructive opinions regarding businesses, employers, recruiters, products, services, sellers, buyers, educational resources, competitions, and other services available through What N Where.

Our objective is to create a transparent, trustworthy, and professional community where users can exchange honest feedback while respecting the rights and reputation of others.

Reviews should assist users in making informed decisions and should never be used as a tool for harassment, intimidation, manipulation, unfair competition, or unlawful conduct.

13.2 Honest Reviews

Users may submit reviews only when they have had a genuine and relevant experience with the subject of the review.

Examples include:

  • Purchasing a product.
  • Using a service.
  • Working for an employer.
  • Applying for a job.
  • Participating in a recruitment process.
  • Purchasing a digital product.
  • Completing a marketplace transaction.
  • Participating in a competition.
  • Attending an event.
  • Receiving professional services.

Reviews should accurately reflect the reviewer's own experience.

Users must not publish reviews on behalf of another person unless expressly authorized by applicable law or platform features.

13.3 Review Standards

Reviews should be:

  • Honest.
  • Accurate.
  • Respectful.
  • Relevant.
  • Based on actual experience.
  • Written in clear language.
  • Free from misleading statements.

Users are encouraged to include factual information whenever possible.

Opinions should be clearly presented as personal experiences rather than statements of objective fact where facts are uncertain.

13.4 Prohibited Reviews

Users must not publish reviews that:

  • Are knowingly false.
  • Are intentionally misleading.
  • Contain fabricated experiences.
  • Misrepresent products or services.
  • Include defamatory statements.
  • Promote hate or discrimination.
  • Include threats or harassment.
  • Reveal another person's confidential information.
  • Infringe intellectual property rights.
  • Promote illegal activities.
  • Contain malware or malicious links.
  • Encourage fraudulent conduct.

Reviews violating these terms may be removed without prior notice where reasonably necessary.

13.5 Fake Reviews

The integrity of the platform depends upon genuine feedback.

Users must not:

  • Purchase reviews.
  • Sell reviews.
  • Exchange positive reviews for benefits.
  • Exchange negative reviews for benefits.
  • Create fake reviewer accounts.
  • Publish reviews under multiple accounts.
  • Use automated systems to generate reviews.
  • Coordinate deceptive review campaigns.

Businesses, employers, sellers, recruiters, and organizations must not encourage misleading reviews or suppress lawful genuine feedback.

13.6 Incentivized Reviews

Reviews should generally be independent.

Where incentives are permitted for legitimate research or promotional purposes, any material connection should be clearly disclosed in accordance with applicable laws.

Undisclosed paid reviews are prohibited.

13.7 Business Responses

Businesses, employers, recruiters, sellers, organizations, and other reviewed entities may respond to reviews through features provided by the platform.

Responses should:

  • Remain professional.
  • Avoid personal attacks.
  • Respect user privacy.
  • Address concerns constructively.
  • Avoid revealing confidential information.

The ability to respond to a review does not guarantee removal or modification of that review.

13.8 Review Moderation

To maintain platform integrity, What N Where may:

  • Review reported reviews.
  • Remove reviews violating these terms.
  • Restrict visibility.
  • Temporarily disable review functionality.
  • Request supporting information.
  • Investigate suspicious review activity.
  • Suspend accounts engaged in review abuse.

Moderation decisions are based on platform policies and applicable law.

13.9 Review Verification

Where technically feasible, What N Where may identify reviews submitted by users who have completed certain verification processes, such as:

  • Verified purchase.
  • Verified employment.
  • Verified business relationship.
  • Verified event participation.
  • Verified competition participation.

Verification indicators improve transparency but do not constitute an endorsement by What N Where.

13.10 No Guarantee of Accuracy

Reviews represent the opinions and experiences of individual users.

Except where required by law, What N Where does not guarantee:

  • Accuracy.
  • Completeness.
  • Reliability.
  • Fairness.
  • Timeliness.
  • Objectivity.

Users should evaluate reviews together with other available information before making decisions.

13.11 Reporting Reviews

Users may report reviews they reasonably believe:

  • Are fake.
  • Are fraudulent.
  • Contain abusive language.
  • Violate intellectual property rights.
  • Reveal confidential information.
  • Violate privacy rights.
  • Breach these terms.
  • Violate applicable laws.

Reports should include sufficient information to support reasonable investigation.

Submitting intentionally false reports may itself violate these terms.

13.12 Review Removal

What N Where may remove or restrict reviews where reasonably necessary, including where reviews:

  • Violate these terms.
  • Are duplicated.
  • Are determined to be fraudulent.
  • Contain unlawful content.
  • Contain spam.
  • Were generated through automated abuse.
  • Are published for extortion or harassment.
  • Present significant security concerns.

Removal does not necessarily imply that the reviewed business or reviewer acted unlawfully.

13.13 Ratings

Users may assign numerical ratings where supported by the platform.

Ratings should reflect the reviewer's genuine opinion.

Users must not manipulate ratings through:

  • Multiple accounts.
  • Automated systems.
  • Purchased ratings.
  • Vote exchanges.
  • Organized manipulation campaigns.

What N Where may investigate unusual rating patterns and take appropriate action where abuse is reasonably suspected.

13.14 Employer Reviews

Employees, former employees, candidates, contractors, interns, freelancers, and other individuals with genuine employment-related experience may submit reviews relating to employers or recruitment experiences.

Reviews should focus on genuine workplace experiences and avoid disclosure of confidential business information, trade secrets, or information protected by legal obligations.

13.15 Marketplace Reviews

Marketplace reviews should focus on actual transactions and may address matters such as:

  • Product quality.
  • Delivery experience.
  • Communication.
  • Packaging.
  • Customer service.
  • Accuracy of descriptions.
  • Overall satisfaction.

Marketplace reviews should not be used to negotiate refunds, threaten sellers, or obtain unfair commercial advantages.

13.16 Competition Reviews

Participants may provide constructive feedback regarding competitions, events, judging experiences, educational activities, or award programs.

Competition reviews should remain respectful toward judges, organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and fellow participants.

Disagreement with judging outcomes alone does not establish misconduct.

13.17 Review Ownership

Users retain ownership of original written reviews they create.

By publishing reviews, users grant What N Where a limited, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, display, reproduce, index, translate where necessary for platform functionality, and distribute reviews solely for the operation, improvement, promotion, and administration of the platform.

This license does not transfer ownership of the user's review.

13.18 Search Engine Visibility

Where permitted by platform settings and technical configuration, publicly available reviews may be indexed by search engines.

Users acknowledge that publicly visible reviews may remain accessible through search engine caches or archives for a period of time even after removal from the platform.

What N Where cannot control independent third-party search engine indexing or caching practices.

13.19 No Endorsement

Publication of a review or rating on What N Where does not constitute endorsement, approval, certification, verification, or recommendation by the platform.

Similarly, removal of a review does not necessarily indicate wrongdoing by the reviewer or the reviewed party.

13.20 Abuse of the Review System

Any attempt to manipulate the review ecosystem may result in one or more enforcement actions, including:

  • Removal of reviews.
  • Removal of ratings.
  • Suspension of review privileges.
  • Temporary account restrictions.
  • Permanent account termination.
  • Removal of verification status.
  • Marketplace restrictions.
  • Competition disqualification.
  • Employer or business listing restrictions.

Enforcement decisions will be made based on the nature, severity, frequency, and impact of the misconduct, while taking into account applicable legal requirements and principles of fairness.

13.21 User Acknowledgement

By submitting a review or rating, users acknowledge that:

  • They are responsible for the content they publish.
  • Reviews should reflect genuine experiences.
  • Reviews may be moderated in accordance with these terms.
  • Public reviews may be viewed by other users and, where applicable, indexed by search engines.
  • Misuse of the review system may result in enforcement action under these terms.

Users further acknowledge that reviews are intended to promote transparency, informed decision-making, and community trust, and agree to use the review system responsibly and in good faith.

Chapter 14 – Third-Party Services

14.1 Purpose

To provide a reliable, secure, and feature-rich experience, What N Where may integrate with or rely upon third-party products, software, platforms, infrastructure, and service providers.

These third-party services help us operate, improve, secure, maintain, and expand the platform.

Your use of certain platform features may therefore involve interaction with services operated by independent third parties.

14.2 Categories of Third-Party Services

Depending on the services available at a given time, What N Where may use third-party providers for purposes including:

  • Payment processing.
  • OTP and SMS delivery.
  • Email delivery.
  • Cloud hosting.
  • Content delivery networks (CDNs).
  • Data storage.
  • Website security.
  • Fraud prevention.
  • Analytics.
  • Error monitoring.
  • Social login.
  • Maps and location services.
  • Artificial intelligence features.
  • Advertising.
  • Customer support tools.
  • Video hosting.
  • Document verification.
  • Identity verification.
  • Search functionality.
  • Push notifications.
  • Translation services.
  • Other operational or technical services.

The list above is illustrative and may change as the platform evolves.

14.3 Independent Third Parties

Unless expressly stated otherwise, third-party providers operate independently from What N Where.

Their services are governed by their own:

  • Terms of Service.
  • Privacy Policies.
  • Cookie Policies.
  • Licensing terms.
  • Acceptable Use Policies.

Users may be required to accept or comply with those third-party terms when using specific platform features.

14.4 Third-Party Accounts

Certain platform features may permit users to sign in or connect using third-party accounts.

Examples may include:

  • Google.
  • Apple.
  • Microsoft.
  • GitHub.
  • LinkedIn.
  • Other supported authentication providers.

By connecting a third-party account, users authorize the exchange of information necessary to authenticate the account and provide the requested service, subject to the permissions granted by the user and the privacy practices of the relevant provider.

14.5 Payment Service Providers

Payments may be processed through independent payment service providers.

What N Where generally does not store full payment card details unless expressly stated and implemented in compliance with applicable security standards.

Payment providers may independently:

  • Verify transactions.
  • Prevent fraud.
  • Decline payments.
  • Request additional authentication.
  • Conduct compliance reviews.

Users remain subject to the terms of the applicable payment provider.

14.6 Communication Providers

To support platform communications, What N Where may use third-party providers for:

  • Email delivery.
  • SMS delivery.
  • OTP verification.
  • Voice verification.
  • Notifications.
  • Customer communication.

Delivery times, message availability, and successful transmission may depend on external networks and providers and cannot always be guaranteed.

14.7 Cloud Infrastructure

The platform may rely upon third-party cloud providers for:

  • Website hosting.
  • Database storage.
  • File storage.
  • Security.
  • Backup services.
  • Disaster recovery.
  • Infrastructure scaling.

While commercially reasonable measures are taken to select reliable providers, uninterrupted service cannot be guaranteed.

14.8 Analytics and Performance Monitoring

What N Where may use analytics and monitoring services to better understand platform performance and user interactions.

Such services may help us:

  • Improve user experience.
  • Detect technical issues.
  • Analyze feature usage.
  • Measure performance.
  • Enhance security.
  • Improve accessibility.

Analytics may be performed using aggregated or pseudonymized information where appropriate and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

14.9 Mapping and Location Services

Certain platform features may incorporate third-party mapping or geolocation services.

Location-based functionality may include:

  • Business listings.
  • Job searches.
  • Marketplace searches.
  • Event locations.
  • Navigation.
  • Local recommendations.

Accuracy of location information depends upon multiple factors and cannot be guaranteed.

14.10 Artificial Intelligence Services

What N Where may introduce AI-powered features to improve platform functionality.

Examples include:

  • Content recommendations.
  • Search improvements.
  • Translation.
  • Image analysis.
  • Content moderation assistance.
  • Spam detection.
  • Fraud detection.
  • Customer support assistance.

AI-generated outputs may contain inaccuracies or limitations. Users remain responsible for exercising independent judgment before relying on AI-assisted information.

Where AI tools are provided by third parties, those services may also be subject to additional provider terms.

14.11 External Links

The platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, products, services, advertisements, or resources.

Such links are provided for convenience only.

Unless expressly stated, the presence of a link does not imply that What N Where:

  • Owns the third-party service.
  • Controls the third-party service.
  • Endorses the third-party service.
  • Guarantees the third-party service.
  • Accepts responsibility for the content or practices of the third-party service.

Users access third-party websites at their own discretion.

14.12 Third-Party Content

The platform may display content supplied by third parties, including:

  • Business information.
  • Company profiles.
  • Job postings.
  • Product listings.
  • Reviews.
  • Advertisements.
  • Educational resources.
  • Publicly available information.

Such content is generally the responsibility of the party providing it.

Except where required by law, What N Where does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of third-party content.

14.13 Advertisements

What N Where may display advertisements or sponsored content.

Advertisements may be provided by:

  • Businesses.
  • Marketplace sellers.
  • Employers.
  • Recruitment agencies.
  • Advertising partners.
  • Other authorized advertisers.

Advertising placement does not constitute endorsement, certification, recommendation, or approval by What N Where.

Users should independently evaluate advertised products and services before making purchasing or business decisions.

14.14 Third-Party Products and Services

Marketplace sellers, employers, recruiters, educational providers, consultants, agencies, and other users may offer products or services through the platform.

Unless expressly identified otherwise, these offerings are provided by independent parties.

What N Where generally does not manufacture, supply, own, inspect, test, certify, guarantee, or warrant third-party products or services solely because they appear on the platform.

Users should conduct reasonable due diligence before entering into transactions or agreements.

14.15 Availability of Third-Party Services

Third-party services may change, become unavailable, or be discontinued at any time.

Accordingly, certain platform features may also become unavailable, limited, or modified without prior notice where reasonably necessary.

What N Where will use commercially reasonable efforts to maintain platform functionality but cannot guarantee the continued availability of third-party integrations.

14.16 Data Sharing with Third Parties

Where necessary to provide requested services, What N Where may share limited information with authorized third-party service providers.

Examples include:

  • Payment information required for payment processing.
  • Contact information required for OTP delivery.
  • Technical information required for cloud hosting.
  • Authentication information required for social login.
  • Shipping information where applicable.

Such sharing will be carried out in accordance with our Privacy Policy, applicable agreements with service providers, and applicable law.

14.17 Security of Third-Party Services

Although What N Where seeks to work with reputable providers and implement appropriate contractual and technical safeguards where practical, we cannot guarantee the security, availability, or performance of independent third-party services.

Users should also take reasonable precautions to protect their own accounts, devices, and personal information.

14.18 Changes to Providers

What N Where may replace, add, or discontinue third-party providers at any time in order to:

  • Improve security.
  • Enhance functionality.
  • Reduce costs.
  • Increase reliability.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Support platform growth.

Changes to providers do not necessarily require modification of these terms unless required by applicable law.

14.19 Limitation Regarding Third-Party Services

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, What N Where is not responsible for:

  • Independent actions or omissions of third-party providers.
  • Interruptions caused by third-party systems.
  • Third-party security incidents outside our reasonable control.
  • Changes to third-party terms or policies.
  • Products or services supplied directly by third parties.
  • Decisions made by third-party payment processors, identity verification providers, or communication providers.

Nothing in this section limits any rights that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable law.

14.20 User Responsibility

Users acknowledge that some platform functionality depends upon independent third-party providers.

Before using third-party services through the platform, users should review the applicable provider's terms, privacy policy, and other relevant documentation where available.

Users remain responsible for their interactions with third-party providers and for complying with applicable laws and the terms governing those services.

14.21 Reservation of Rights

What N Where reserves the right to:

  • Add or remove third-party integrations.
  • Modify platform integrations.
  • Suspend integrations for security reasons.
  • Replace service providers.
  • Restrict access to certain integrations where necessary to protect users, maintain platform integrity, or comply with legal obligations.

These changes may be made without liability for loss of access to a particular third-party integration, except where otherwise required by applicable law or an express agreement.

Chapter 15 – Account Suspension & Termination

15.1 Purpose

To protect the safety, integrity, reliability, and lawful operation of the platform, What N Where reserves the right to restrict, suspend, terminate, or otherwise limit access to user accounts and platform features where reasonably necessary and consistent with these terms, applicable policies, and applicable law.

Enforcement actions are intended to maintain a secure and trustworthy environment for all users and are not intended to be arbitrary or discriminatory.

15.2 Grounds for Suspension or Termination

What N Where may investigate and, where appropriate, take enforcement action against accounts that engage in conduct including, but not limited to:

  • Violating these terms of use.
  • Violating the Privacy Policy or other platform policies.
  • Publishing unlawful content.
  • Uploading prohibited content.
  • Repeated copyright or trademark infringement.
  • Fraud or attempted fraud.
  • Identity theft or impersonation.
  • Fake business listings.
  • Fake job postings.
  • Fake reviews or ratings.
  • Vote manipulation in competitions.
  • Marketplace scams.
  • Phishing.
  • Spam campaigns.
  • Malware distribution.
  • Unauthorized automated access.
  • Security attacks against the platform.
  • Circumvention of previous enforcement actions.
  • Non-payment for paid services where payment is required.
  • Conduct that creates a significant risk to other users or the platform.

This list is illustrative and not exhaustive.

15.3 Types of Enforcement Actions

Depending on the seriousness, frequency, and impact of the conduct, What N Where may take one or more of the following actions:

  • Educational notice.
  • Informal warning.
  • Formal warning.
  • Removal of specific content.
  • Removal of reviews or ratings.
  • Removal of Marketplace listings.
  • Removal of job postings.
  • Temporary feature restrictions.
  • Suspension from competitions.
  • Suspension of Marketplace access.
  • Suspension of messaging features.
  • Suspension of premium services.
  • Temporary account suspension.
  • Permanent account termination.
  • Revocation of verification status.
  • Disqualification from awards or competitions.
  • Restriction from creating additional accounts where permitted by law.

The chosen enforcement measure will generally be proportionate to the circumstances.

15.4 Temporary Suspension

Temporary suspension may be used where:

  • Additional investigation is required.
  • Identity verification is pending.
  • Payment verification is pending.
  • Security concerns require immediate action.
  • A user repeatedly violates minor policies.
  • Platform integrity requires temporary restrictions.

During suspension, some or all platform features may be unavailable.

15.5 Permanent Termination

Permanent account termination may occur where reasonably necessary, including where a user:

  • Repeatedly commits serious violations.
  • Engages in large-scale fraud.
  • Repeatedly infringes intellectual property rights.
  • Commits significant security attacks.
  • Distributes malicious software.
  • Conducts systematic review manipulation.
  • Operates multiple fraudulent accounts.
  • Uses the platform for unlawful activities.
  • Repeatedly circumvents previous enforcement measures.

Termination decisions are made after consideration of the available information and, where appropriate, the severity and recurrence of the conduct.

15.6 Immediate Action

What N Where may take immediate action without prior notice where reasonably necessary to:

  • Protect users.
  • Prevent ongoing fraud.
  • Protect platform security.
  • Preserve evidence.
  • Prevent significant financial harm.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Respond to lawful requests from competent authorities.

Where appropriate and lawful, users may subsequently be informed of the action taken.

15.7 User-Initiated Account Closure

Users may request closure of their account through the procedures made available by the platform.

Account closure does not automatically:

  • Delete all historical records.
  • Cancel completed transactions.
  • Remove legal obligations.
  • Remove publicly available content where lawful retention applies.
  • Eliminate obligations arising before account closure.

Certain information may be retained where required by law or for legitimate operational purposes such as fraud prevention, dispute resolution, or compliance.

15.8 Effects of Suspension

During a suspension, users may lose access to one or more platform features, including:

  • Marketplace services.
  • Job application tools.
  • Recruitment services.
  • Reviews.
  • Messaging.
  • Competitions.
  • Premium memberships.
  • Business listings.
  • Upload privileges.
  • Verification features.

Suspension does not necessarily affect obligations that arose before the suspension.

15.9 Effects of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Access to the account may be disabled.
  • Active listings may be removed.
  • Premium services may cease.
  • Competition eligibility may end.
  • Verification status may be revoked.
  • Access to uploaded content may be limited, subject to applicable law and platform policies.

Termination does not automatically remove obligations relating to:

  • Outstanding payments.
  • Intellectual property.
  • Indemnification.
  • Dispute resolution.
  • Legal compliance.
  • Rights and obligations intended to survive termination.

15.10 Preservation of Evidence

Where reasonably necessary, What N Where may preserve account information, logs, communications, transaction records, or other relevant information for purposes including:

  • Fraud investigations.
  • Security investigations.
  • Legal compliance.
  • Regulatory obligations.
  • Resolution of disputes.
  • Enforcement of these terms.

Retention will be carried out in accordance with applicable law and the Privacy Policy.

15.11 Appeals

Where appropriate, users may request a review of certain enforcement decisions by contacting What N Where through the designated support channels.

An appeal should include:

  • Account identification.
  • Description of the issue.
  • Supporting information.
  • Any relevant documentation.

Submission of an appeal does not guarantee reversal of an enforcement decision.

What N Where will review appeals in good faith and may request additional information where reasonably necessary.

15.12 Repeat Violations

Repeated violations of these terms may result in progressively stronger enforcement measures.

Factors that may be considered include:

  • Frequency.
  • Severity.
  • Intent.
  • Previous warnings.
  • User cooperation.
  • Impact on other users.
  • platform security.

15.13 Multiple Accounts After Termination

Users whose accounts have been permanently terminated must not create new accounts for the purpose of circumventing enforcement.

Where reasonably necessary and permitted by applicable law, What N Where may use appropriate technical measures to identify repeated attempts to evade lawful account restrictions.

Such measures may include reviewing device identifiers, authentication records, account recovery information, network information, or other security-related indicators, subject to applicable privacy and data protection laws.

15.14 Business, Employer, and Seller Accounts

Businesses, employers, recruiters, and sellers are responsible for ensuring that authorized personnel comply with these terms.

Enforcement affecting an organizational account may also affect associated services, including:

  • Business listings.
  • Job postings.
  • Marketplace listings.
  • Verification status.
  • Advertising services.
  • Premium subscriptions.

Organizations remain responsible for activities carried out through their authorized accounts.

15.15 Competition Enforcement

Competition participants who violate competition rules or these terms may be subject to:

  • Entry rejection.
  • Disqualification.
  • Score adjustment where permitted by the competition rules.
  • Removal from future competitions.
  • Revocation of awards obtained through misconduct.
  • Suspension from future events.

Such actions may be taken to preserve fairness and the integrity of competitions.

15.16 Marketplace Enforcement

Marketplace users may face enforcement actions for conduct including:

  • Selling prohibited goods.
  • Counterfeit products.
  • Fraudulent listings.
  • Failure to comply with platform policies.
  • Repeated customer deception.
  • Manipulation of marketplace systems.

Marketplace enforcement may include removal of listings, suspension of selling privileges, or termination of Marketplace access.

15.17 Recruitment Enforcement

Employers, recruiters, staffing agencies, and job seekers who misuse recruitment services may be subject to:

  • Removal of job postings.
  • Suspension of recruitment privileges.
  • Removal of candidate profiles.
  • Verification review.
  • Account suspension.
  • Permanent termination where appropriate.

Examples include fake recruitment, unlawful discrimination prohibited by law, repeated scams, identity fraud, or systematic abuse of recruitment tools.

15.18 Survival of Obligations

The following obligations survive suspension or termination to the extent applicable:

  • Intellectual property provisions.
  • Payment obligations already incurred.
  • Confidentiality obligations.
  • Indemnification.
  • Limitation of liability.
  • Dispute resolution.
  • Governing law.
  • Rights granted under applicable licenses.
  • Any provisions that by their nature are intended to survive.

15.19 No Waiver

Failure by What N Where to immediately enforce a provision of these terms does not constitute a waiver of the right to enforce that provision or any other provision at a later time.

15.20 User Acknowledgement

By creating or using an account, users acknowledge and agree that:

  • Compliance with these terms is a condition of continued access to the platform.
  • What N Where may investigate suspected violations.
  • Appropriate enforcement actions may be taken where reasonably necessary.
  • Users may request review of certain enforcement decisions where an appeal process is available.
  • Suspension or termination does not eliminate obligations that arose before enforcement.
  • Enforcement decisions are intended to protect users, maintain platform integrity, and comply with applicable legal obligations.

Chapter 16 – Disclaimers

16.1 General Disclaimer

What N Where is an online technology platform that enables users to discover opportunities, publish content, participate in competitions, connect with businesses, search for employment, list products and services, access educational resources, and engage with other users.

Unless expressly stated otherwise for a particular service, What N Where does not act as the buyer, seller, employer, employee, recruiter, manufacturer, distributor, shipping provider, financial institution, legal advisor, tax advisor, investment advisor, or agent for users solely because it provides the platform.

Users remain responsible for their own decisions, actions, agreements, and interactions.

16.2 "As Is" and "As Available"

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the platform and its services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

While What N Where uses commercially reasonable efforts to operate and improve the platform, we do not guarantee that the platform will always be:

  • Available without interruption.
  • Error-free.
  • Free from defects.
  • Free from delays.
  • Free from security incidents.
  • Compatible with every device or browser.
  • Suitable for every user's specific purpose.

Scheduled maintenance, upgrades, technical issues, third-party outages, or events beyond our reasonable control may affect availability.

16.3 No Guarantee of Accuracy

Information made available through the platform may originate from users, businesses, employers, recruiters, sellers, buyers, advertisers, public sources, or third-party providers.

Except where expressly stated or required by law, What N Where does not guarantee the:

  • Accuracy.
  • Completeness.
  • Reliability.
  • Timeliness.
  • Availability.
  • Suitability.

Users should independently evaluate information before relying on it for business, employment, purchasing, investment, or other important decisions.

16.4 User-Generated Content Disclaimer

User-generated content reflects the views, experiences, and opinions of the users who create it.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, such content does not necessarily represent the views or opinions of What N Where.

Publication of content on the platform does not constitute endorsement, verification, approval, certification, or recommendation by What N Where.

16.5 Marketplace Disclaimer

The Marketplace enables independent buyers and sellers to interact.

Unless expressly stated otherwise:

  • What N Where does not manufacture listed products.
  • What N Where does not inspect every item.
  • What N Where does not guarantee product quality.
  • What N Where does not guarantee authenticity.
  • What N Where does not guarantee delivery.
  • What N Where does not guarantee seller performance.
  • What N Where does not guarantee buyer performance.

Users should exercise appropriate care before completing transactions and comply with applicable consumer protection and commercial laws.

16.6 Jobs and Recruitment Disclaimer

Employment opportunities are published by employers, recruiters, staffing agencies, or other authorized users.

What N Where does not guarantee:

  • Employment.
  • Interviews.
  • Job offers.
  • Recruitment outcomes.
  • Candidate suitability.
  • Employer legitimacy beyond any verification specifically indicated.
  • Salary levels.
  • Career advancement.

Candidates and employers remain responsible for conducting appropriate due diligence before entering into employment relationships.

16.7 Awards and Competitions Disclaimer

Participation in competitions or award programs does not guarantee:

  • Qualification.
  • Advancement to later rounds.
  • Winning.
  • Prize eligibility.
  • Public recognition.
  • Future business opportunities.
  • Employment opportunities.

Competition outcomes depend upon the published rules, judging criteria, eligibility requirements, and other factors specific to the event.

16.8 Reviews and Ratings Disclaimer

Reviews and ratings represent the personal experiences or opinions of individual users.

What N Where does not guarantee that every review is:

  • Accurate.
  • Complete.
  • Objective.
  • Representative of every user's experience.

Users should consider multiple sources of information before making purchasing, employment, or business decisions.

16.9 Business Listings Disclaimer

Business listings, company profiles, and directory information are generally supplied by businesses or other users.

Except where expressly stated, What N Where does not certify, endorse, or guarantee the legitimacy, financial stability, legal compliance, or future conduct of listed businesses.

Users are encouraged to independently verify businesses before entering into transactions or agreements.

16.10 Educational Content Disclaimer

Educational articles, tutorials, templates, webinars, guides, and learning resources are provided for general informational and educational purposes.

They should not be interpreted as:

  • Legal advice.
  • Financial advice.
  • Medical advice.
  • Tax advice.
  • Investment advice.
  • Professional engineering advice.
  • Professional architectural advice.
  • Professional regulatory advice.

Users should seek qualified professional advice where appropriate.

16.11 Digital Products Disclaimer

Digital products, including templates, UI/UX resources, graphics, source files, and downloadable content, may require customization, configuration, testing, maintenance, or adaptation before use.

Except where expressly stated, What N Where does not guarantee that digital products will meet every user's specific technical, commercial, or operational requirements.

Users are responsible for evaluating compatibility with their own systems and intended use.

16.12 Third-Party Services Disclaimer

The platform may integrate with third-party providers.

Except where required by law, What N Where does not guarantee the:

  • Availability.
  • Security.
  • Performance.
  • Accuracy.
  • Reliability.
  • Continued operation.

of third-party services.

Users remain subject to the applicable terms and policies of those providers.

16.13 External Links Disclaimer

Links to external websites or resources are provided for user convenience.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, What N Where does not endorse or assume responsibility for:

  • Third-party content.
  • Third-party products.
  • Third-party services.
  • Third-party policies.
  • Third-party security practices.

Users access external resources at their own discretion.

16.14 Technology Disclaimer

Technology evolves continuously.

Although What N Where works to maintain reliable services, technical issues may occur, including:

  • Software defects.
  • Compatibility issues.
  • Browser limitations.
  • Internet connectivity problems.
  • Data transmission delays.
  • Hardware failures.
  • Third-party outages.

Users should maintain appropriate backups of important information and use commercially reasonable security practices.

16.15 Artificial Intelligence Disclaimer

Where AI-powered features are available, they are intended to assist users and improve platform functionality.

AI-generated outputs:

  • May contain inaccuracies.
  • May omit relevant information.
  • Should not replace independent judgment.
  • Should not be relied upon as professional advice.

Users remain responsible for evaluating AI-assisted outputs before relying on them.

16.16 Security Disclaimer

What N Where implements commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to help protect the platform.

However, no online service, computer system, software application, or method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Users share responsibility for protecting their own:

  • Passwords.
  • Authentication credentials.
  • Devices.
  • Networks.
  • Personal information.

16.17 Force Majeure Disclaimer

What N Where shall not be responsible for delays or failures in performance resulting from events beyond its reasonable control, including:

  • Natural disasters.
  • Floods.
  • Earthquakes.
  • Fires.
  • Pandemics.
  • War.
  • Terrorist acts.
  • Civil unrest.
  • Government actions.
  • Internet outages.
  • Utility failures.
  • Cyber incidents affecting infrastructure.
  • Labor disputes.
  • Supply chain disruptions.

Performance affected by such events will resume as soon as reasonably practicable.

16.18 No Warranty

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, What N Where disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement, except to the extent such warranties cannot lawfully be excluded.

Nothing in these terms excludes rights or remedies that applicable law does not permit us to exclude or limit.

16.19 User Responsibility

Users are responsible for:

  • Evaluating information independently.
  • Conducting appropriate due diligence.
  • Complying with applicable laws.
  • Protecting their accounts.
  • Maintaining backups of important data.
  • Assessing the suitability of products, services, employers, businesses, or opportunities before entering into transactions or agreements.

Use of the platform is at the user's own discretion and subject to these terms.

16.20 Reservation of Rights

Nothing in this chapter limits or excludes any liability that cannot lawfully be limited or excluded under applicable law.

These disclaimers should be interpreted to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law while preserving mandatory statutory rights and protections available to users.

By accessing or using the platform, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and accepted the disclaimers contained in this chapter as part of these terms of use.

Chapter 17 – Limitation of Liability

17.1 Purpose

This chapter explains the extent to which What N Where, its operators, affiliates, licensors, contractors, service providers, officers, directors, employees, representatives, and authorized agents may be responsible for losses, damages, or claims arising from the use of the platform.

These limitations are intended to allocate risk fairly between the platform and its users while preserving rights that cannot lawfully be limited or excluded under applicable law.

17.2 Scope of Application

The limitations contained in this chapter apply, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, to claims arising out of or relating to:

  • Use of the platform.
  • Inability to access the platform.
  • Marketplace transactions.
  • Business listings.
  • Recruitment services.
  • Job applications.
  • Competitions and award programs.
  • Reviews and ratings.
  • Educational resources.
  • Digital products.
  • Premium services.
  • User-generated content.
  • Third-party integrations.
  • Communications between users.
  • Any feature, service, or functionality offered through What N Where.

17.3 User Decisions

Users acknowledge that they are solely responsible for decisions they make based on information obtained through the platform.

Examples include decisions relating to:

  • Purchasing products.
  • Selling products.
  • Hiring employees.
  • Accepting employment.
  • Entering commercial agreements.
  • Participating in competitions.
  • Downloading templates.
  • Using educational materials.
  • Relying on reviews or ratings.
  • Conducting business with other users.

Except where required by law, What N Where is not responsible for the consequences of such independent decisions.

17.4 Marketplace Transactions

The Marketplace primarily enables independent buyers and sellers to connect.

Unless expressly stated otherwise for a particular service:

  • What N Where is not the seller of listed products solely because the listing appears on the platform.
  • What N Where is not responsible for product quality, legality, authenticity, safety, or fitness for purpose.
  • What N Where does not guarantee that buyers or sellers will perform their contractual obligations.

Users are responsible for reviewing listings, communicating with each other, and exercising appropriate caution before completing transactions.

Nothing in this section limits statutory rights available under applicable consumer protection laws.

17.5 Employment Relationships

Employment relationships arise between employers and candidates, not between What N Where and either party, unless expressly agreed otherwise.

Accordingly, except where required by law, What N Where is not responsible for:

  • Hiring decisions.
  • Employment offers.
  • Salary negotiations.
  • Workplace conduct.
  • Employment disputes.
  • Contract performance.
  • Employee performance.
  • Employer conduct after recruitment.

Users should independently verify employment opportunities before accepting offers.

17.6 Business Listings and Directories

Business profiles and directory listings are generally created or maintained by businesses or other authorized users.

Except where expressly stated, What N Where does not guarantee:

  • Business legitimacy.
  • Licensing status.
  • Regulatory compliance.
  • Financial stability.
  • Product quality.
  • Future business conduct.

Users remain responsible for conducting reasonable due diligence before entering into commercial relationships.

17.7 Competitions and Awards

Participation in competitions, awards, or professional events does not create a guarantee of:

  • Qualification.
  • Advancement.
  • Prize eligibility.
  • Judging outcomes.
  • Public recognition.
  • Commercial success.
  • Employment opportunities.

Judging decisions made in accordance with published rules are generally final, subject to any applicable appeal procedures described in the competition rules.

17.8 Reviews and Ratings

Reviews and ratings represent the opinions of individual users.

Except where required by law, What N Where is not liable for losses arising from reliance on reviews, ratings, testimonials, comments, or other user-generated opinions.

Users should independently evaluate information before making purchasing, employment, or business decisions.

17.9 User-Generated Content

Users are solely responsible for the content they publish.

Except where required by law, What N Where is not liable for user-generated content that is:

  • Inaccurate.
  • Misleading.
  • Offensive.
  • Defamatory.
  • Infringing.
  • Fraudulent.
  • Unlawful.

Where appropriate, What N Where may remove content in accordance with these terms and applicable law.

17.10 Third-Party Services

The platform may rely upon independent third-party providers for services such as payment processing, hosting, communications, analytics, authentication, mapping, and identity verification.

Except where required by law, What N Where is not responsible for:

  • Independent actions of third-party providers.
  • Service interruptions.
  • Third-party policy changes.
  • Third-party security incidents outside our reasonable control.
  • Third-party contractual disputes.

17.11 Technical Issues

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, What N Where is not liable for losses arising from:

  • Internet failures.
  • Network interruptions.
  • Browser incompatibility.
  • Device malfunctions.
  • Software conflicts.
  • Power outages.
  • Cloud service interruptions.
  • Telecommunications failures.
  • Cyberattacks by third parties despite commercially reasonable safeguards.
  • Other events outside our reasonable control.

Users should maintain backups of important data and take reasonable security precautions.

17.12 Data Loss

While What N Where implements commercially reasonable measures to help protect platform data, users remain responsible for maintaining independent copies of important information where appropriate.

Except where liability cannot lawfully be excluded, What N Where is not responsible for incidental data loss resulting from technical failures, maintenance, or events beyond our reasonable control.

17.13 Financial Losses

Except where required by law or arising from our breach of a non-excludable legal obligation, What N Where shall not be liable for indirect financial losses associated with:

  • Missed business opportunities.
  • Lost sales.
  • Lost profits.
  • Loss of goodwill.
  • Loss of reputation.
  • Loss of anticipated savings.
  • Loss of business opportunities resulting from user decisions.

17.14 Indirect and Consequential Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, What N Where shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, punitive, or consequential damages arising from the use of the platform.

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory asserted, except where such exclusions are prohibited by applicable law.

17.15 Limitation of Monetary Liability

Where liability is established and may lawfully be limited, the total aggregate liability of What N Where arising from a user's use of the platform shall not exceed the greater of:

  • The total amount paid by that user directly to What N Where for the specific service giving rise to the claim during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim; or
  • USD 100 (or the equivalent amount in the applicable local currency),

unless a higher amount is required by applicable law or expressly agreed in writing.

This limitation does not apply to liabilities that cannot legally be limited or excluded.

17.16 No Limitation for Non-Excludable Rights

Nothing in these terms limits or excludes liability for matters that cannot lawfully be limited or excluded under applicable law.

This includes, where applicable:

  • Fraud committed by What N Where.
  • Wilful misconduct.
  • Liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence where such liability cannot be excluded.
  • Consumer rights that are mandatory under applicable law.
  • Other statutory rights that cannot lawfully be waived.

17.17 User Responsibility to Mitigate Loss

Users agree to take reasonable steps to mitigate potential losses arising from their use of the platform.

Examples include:

  • Maintaining secure passwords.
  • Verifying counterparties.
  • Backing up important information.
  • Reviewing contracts before acceptance.
  • Conducting due diligence before purchases or employment decisions.

Failure to take reasonable protective measures may affect the assessment of damages where permitted by applicable law.

17.18 Time Limit for Bringing Claims

To the extent permitted by applicable law, users should notify What N Where of claims relating to the platform within a reasonable time after becoming aware of the facts giving rise to the claim.

Where a mandatory legal limitation period applies, nothing in these terms shortens or removes that statutory limitation period.

17.19 Survival

The provisions of this chapter survive the suspension or termination of a user's account to the extent necessary to resolve claims arising from events that occurred before or after termination.

17.20 User Acknowledgement

By using the platform, users acknowledge that:

  • The platform provides technology services connecting users with opportunities and information.
  • Users remain responsible for their own commercial, employment, purchasing, and personal decisions.
  • The limitations contained in this chapter are an essential part of the allocation of risk between the parties.
  • Nothing in these terms excludes or limits rights that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable law.

Users further acknowledge that they have had an opportunity to review these terms and understand that the limitations described in this chapter form an important basis on which the platform is made available.

Chapter 18 – Indemnification

18.1 Purpose

This chapter explains when a user may be responsible for losses, costs, or claims arising from the user's own actions while using What N Where.

The indemnification obligations described below are intended to protect What N Where, its affiliates, licensors, service providers, officers, directors, employees, contractors, representatives, and authorized agents from losses resulting from a user's breach of these terms or other wrongful conduct, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

18.2 User Agreement to Indemnify

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, users agree to defend (where requested and legally appropriate), indemnify, and hold harmless What N Where and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, contractors, licensors, service providers, and authorized representatives from reasonable claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, settlements, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees where recoverable under applicable law) arising directly from:

  • The user's breach of these terms.
  • The user's unlawful conduct.
  • The user's violation of applicable laws.
  • The user's infringement of another person's intellectual property rights.
  • The user's misuse of the platform.
  • Fraudulent or deceptive conduct by the user.
  • Content submitted or uploaded by the user.
  • Transactions entered into by the user.
  • Misrepresentations made by the user.

This obligation applies only to the extent that the claim results from the user's own acts or omissions.

18.3 User-Generated Content

Users are solely responsible for the content they upload, publish, transmit, or otherwise make available through the platform.

If a third party brings a claim against What N Where alleging that a user's content:

  • Infringes copyright.
  • Infringes trademarks.
  • Violates privacy rights.
  • Is defamatory.
  • Is unlawful.
  • Violates contractual rights.
  • Otherwise causes legally recognized harm,

The user agrees to indemnify What N Where for losses directly arising from that claim, to the extent permitted by applicable law and to the extent caused by the user's conduct.

18.4 Marketplace Transactions

Buyers and sellers are responsible for their own transactions.

If a user's actions in connection with a Marketplace transaction result in claims against What N Where arising from the user's:

  • Fraud.
  • Misrepresentation.
  • Sale of prohibited goods.
  • Counterfeit products.
  • Failure to perform contractual obligations.
  • Violation of applicable laws,

The responsible user agrees to indemnify What N Where for losses directly resulting from those actions, subject to applicable law.

Nothing in this section makes What N Where a party to the underlying sales contract unless expressly stated.

18.5 Recruitment Services

Employers, recruiters, staffing agencies, and candidates remain responsible for the information they provide and the employment relationships they establish.

If claims arise against What N Where because a user:

  • Published fraudulent job advertisements.
  • Misrepresented employment opportunities.
  • Submitted false qualifications.
  • Violated employment laws.
  • Engaged in recruitment scams.
  • Misused candidate information,

that user agrees to indemnify What N Where for losses directly resulting from the user's conduct, where permitted by law.

18.6 Competitions and Awards

Competition participants are responsible for ensuring that:

  • Submitted work is original or properly licensed.
  • Entries comply with competition rules.
  • Required permissions have been obtained.
  • Intellectual property rights are respected.

If claims arise because a participant submitted infringing, fraudulent, or otherwise unlawful material, the participant agrees to indemnify What N Where for resulting losses directly attributable to that conduct.

18.7 Intellectual Property Claims

Users represent that they have the necessary rights, permissions, licenses, or legal authority to upload or use the content they submit.

Where a third party brings a claim alleging that user-submitted content infringes intellectual property rights, the responsible user agrees to indemnify What N Where for losses arising directly from the infringement, to the extent permitted by law.

18.8 Violation of Laws

Users agree to comply with all applicable laws while using the platform.

If a user's unlawful conduct causes What N Where to incur penalties, regulatory action, or third-party claims, the user agrees to indemnify What N Where for losses directly resulting from that unlawful conduct, except where such losses are caused by What N Where's own negligence, willful misconduct, or other non-excludable legal responsibility.

18.9 Third-Party Services

If a user's misuse of integrated third-party services results in claims against What N Where, the responsible user agrees to indemnify What N Where for losses directly arising from that misuse, subject to applicable law.

18.10 False Information

Users are responsible for the accuracy of information they submit.

If knowingly false, fraudulent, or materially misleading information supplied by a user causes claims against What N Where, the responsible user agrees to indemnify What N Where for resulting losses directly attributable to that conduct.

18.11 Cooperation in Defense

Where indemnification applies, What N Where will provide the user with reasonable notice of the claim, unless prohibited by law or where immediate action is reasonably necessary.

The user agrees to cooperate in the defense of the claim by providing relevant information and assistance reasonably requested.

What N Where reserves the right to participate in the defense or, where appropriate, assume control of the defense, particularly where broader platform interests or legal obligations are involved.

18.12 Settlement of Claims

A user may not settle any claim affecting What N Where without prior written consent where the settlement:

  • Admits fault on behalf of What N Where.
  • Imposes obligations on What N Where.
  • Restricts What N Where's legal rights.
  • Requires action by What N Where.

What N Where will not unreasonably withhold or delay consent where it is appropriate to provide it.

18.13 Limitation of Indemnification

Nothing in this chapter requires a user to indemnify What N Where for losses caused by:

  • What N Where's own fraud.
  • Wilful misconduct by What N Where.
  • Gross negligence where such distinction is recognized by applicable law.
  • Matters for which indemnification is prohibited by applicable law.

The indemnification obligation is limited to losses directly resulting from the user's own acts or omissions.

18.14 Continuing Obligations

The indemnification obligations described in this chapter continue after:

  • Account suspension.
  • Account termination.
  • Deletion of content.
  • Completion of Marketplace transactions.
  • Completion of competitions.
  • Expiration of subscriptions,

to the extent that claims relate to events occurring while these terms were in effect.

18.15 Legal Costs

Where indemnification applies and permitted by applicable law, recoverable losses may include reasonable legal fees, court costs, expert fees, investigation costs, and other expenses directly incurred in responding to the claim.

Such costs must be reasonable, properly documented where appropriate, and directly connected to the claim.

18.16 No Exclusive Remedy

The indemnification provisions supplement and do not replace, other legal rights or remedies that What N Where may have under applicable law or under these terms.

18.17 User Acknowledgement

By using the platform, users acknowledge that:

  • They are responsible for their own conduct and content.
  • They should not upload material they do not have the legal right to use.
  • They should comply with all applicable laws and these terms.
  • They may be responsible for losses directly resulting from their own breach of these terms or unlawful conduct, to the extent permitted by applicable law.
  • The indemnification obligations in this chapter are intended to allocate responsibility fairly and do not apply to losses caused by What N Where's own non-excludable legal responsibilities.

Users further acknowledge that this chapter survives suspension or termination of their account where claims arise from events occurring during their use of the platform.

Chapter 19 – Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

19.1 Purpose

This chapter establishes the legal framework governing the interpretation, enforcement, and resolution of disputes relating to the use of the What N Where platform.

Our objective is to encourage disputes to be resolved fairly, efficiently, and, where possible, without formal legal proceedings.

Nothing in this chapter is intended to remove or restrict any legal rights that cannot lawfully be waived under applicable law.

19.2 Governing Law

Unless otherwise required by mandatory applicable law, these terms of use, together with the Privacy Policy and any supplemental platform policies, shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Where a user's local law grants mandatory legal protections that cannot lawfully be excluded, those protections remain unaffected.

19.3 International Users

What N Where is accessible from multiple countries.

Users accessing the platform from outside India acknowledge that:

  • They are responsible for complying with the laws applicable in their own jurisdiction.
  • Certain services may not be available in every country.
  • Local laws may restrict access to particular products or services.
  • Mandatory local consumer protection laws may continue to apply where legally required.

Nothing in these terms authorizes users to violate the laws of their own jurisdiction.

19.4 Good-Faith Resolution

Before commencing formal legal proceedings, users agree to make reasonable efforts to resolve disputes directly with What N Where.

A dispute notice should include, where reasonably available:

  • The user's name and account information.
  • Contact details.
  • A description of the issue.
  • Relevant dates.
  • Supporting documentation.
  • The outcome sought.

Upon receiving a dispute notice, What N Where will make reasonable efforts to review the matter and respond within a commercially reasonable period.

19.5 Informal Resolution Period

The parties agree to attempt informal resolution before initiating court proceedings, except where immediate legal action is reasonably necessary to:

  • Prevent fraud.
  • Protect intellectual property.
  • Protect confidential information.
  • Preserve evidence.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Seek urgent injunctive or equitable relief.

Informal discussions do not prevent either party from exercising legal rights where required to preserve those rights.

19.6 Mediation

Where appropriate and mutually agreed, disputes may be referred to mediation before litigation.

Participation in mediation is voluntary unless otherwise required by applicable law or agreed by the parties.

Any mediator should be independent and impartial.

Unless otherwise agreed:

  • Each party bears its own costs.
  • Shared mediation costs are divided equally.

19.7 Court Jurisdiction

Subject to mandatory legal rights available under applicable law, the courts having jurisdiction in Punjab, India, shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising out of or relating to these terms, the platform, or the relationship between the parties.

Where mandatory law grants users the right to bring proceedings in another competent court, this provision shall be interpreted consistently with those mandatory legal requirements.

19.8 Intellectual Property Disputes

Nothing in these terms prevents What N Where or a rights holder from seeking immediate injunctive, equitable, or other appropriate relief to protect:

  • Copyright.
  • Trademarks.
  • Trade secrets.
  • Confidential information.
  • Other intellectual property rights.

Such relief may be sought in any court having appropriate jurisdiction.

19.9 Emergency Relief

Either party may seek urgent interim, temporary, or equitable relief where reasonably necessary to:

  • Prevent irreparable harm.
  • Protect confidential information.
  • Preserve evidence.
  • Prevent unauthorized access.
  • Protect platform security.
  • Protect intellectual property rights.

Seeking emergency relief does not waive any obligation to pursue informal resolution where appropriate.

19.10 Language

These terms are prepared in the English language.

Where translated versions are provided for convenience:

  • The English version shall prevail in the event of inconsistency, unless applicable law requires otherwise.
  • Translations are provided solely to improve accessibility.

19.11 Electronic Communications

Users agree that communications relating to these terms may be provided electronically, including through:

  • Email.
  • platform notifications.
  • Dashboard notices.
  • Account messages.
  • Website announcements.

Electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement for written communication where permitted by applicable law.

Users are responsible for maintaining accurate contact information.

19.12 Time Limits

Users should raise disputes within a reasonable period after becoming aware of the relevant facts.

Nothing in this section shortens or removes statutory limitation periods or other legal deadlines that cannot lawfully be modified.

19.13 Evidence

Electronic records maintained by What N Where in the ordinary course of business may be used, where legally permissible, as evidence relating to:

  • Account activity.
  • Login history.
  • Marketplace transactions.
  • Competition participation.
  • Communications through the platform.
  • Payment records.
  • Verification activities.
  • Security events.

The admissibility and evidentiary weight of such records shall be determined in accordance with applicable law.

19.14 Regulatory Cooperation

What N Where may cooperate with courts, regulators, law enforcement agencies, or other competent authorities where required by applicable law or a valid legal process.

Such cooperation may include:

  • Preserving records.
  • Producing documents.
  • Responding to lawful requests.
  • Assisting investigations.
  • Complying with legally binding orders.

Nothing in this section authorizes disclosure beyond what is required or permitted by applicable law.

19.15 Class or Representative Proceedings

Where permitted by applicable law, disputes should be resolved on an individual basis.

However, this provision does not apply where a user's right to participate in a class action, representative action, collective proceeding, or similar legal mechanism cannot lawfully be waived or restricted.

19.16 Costs

Unless otherwise provided by applicable law or ordered by a competent court:

  • Each party bears its own legal costs.
  • Court costs and other recoverable expenses shall be allocated by the court in accordance with applicable procedural law.

Nothing in this section limits any statutory right to recover costs.

19.17 Severability of Dispute Provisions

If any provision of this chapter is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

Where possible, the invalid provision shall be interpreted or modified to achieve its lawful purpose while preserving the overall intent of these terms.

19.18 Survival

The provisions relating to:

  • Governing law.
  • Jurisdiction.
  • Dispute resolution.
  • Confidentiality.
  • Intellectual property protection.
  • Limitation of liability.
  • Indemnification.

shall survive termination of a user's account to the extent necessary to resolve disputes arising from events that occurred during the user's use of the platform.

19.19 User Acknowledgement

By accessing or using What N Where, users acknowledge and agree that:

  • They have read and understood this chapter.
  • They will make reasonable efforts to resolve disputes in good faith before commencing formal proceedings where appropriate.
  • Indian law generally governs these terms, subject to any mandatory legal protections that apply under applicable law.
  • Courts with jurisdiction in Punjab, India, will ordinarily have jurisdiction over disputes, except where mandatory law provides otherwise.
  • Nothing in this chapter limits rights or remedies that cannot legally be excluded or restricted.

This chapter is intended to promote efficient, fair, and lawful resolution of disputes while respecting applicable legal requirements in the jurisdictions where users access the platform.

Chapter 20 – Changes to the terms, Miscellaneous Provisions & Severability

20.1 Purpose

This chapter contains general legal provisions that support the interpretation, administration, and continued operation of these terms of Use.

These provisions apply to all users of What N Where and are intended to ensure that the agreement remains effective, adaptable, and enforceable to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

Nothing in this chapter limits or removes any legal rights that cannot lawfully be excluded.

20.2 Changes to the terms

What N Where may update these terms from time to time to reflect:

  • New platform features.
  • Changes in applicable laws or regulations.
  • Security improvements.
  • Technical developments.
  • Changes to business operations.
  • New products or services.
  • User feedback.
  • Clarifications of existing provisions.

Where changes materially affect users' rights or obligations, What N Where will provide notice in a manner appropriate to the nature of the change, such as through:

  • Website notices.
  • Account notifications.
  • Email.
  • Dashboard announcements.
  • Other reasonable communication methods.

Unless otherwise required by law, revised terms become effective on the date specified in the updated version.

20.3 Continued Use

After updated terms become effective, continued access to or use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

If a user does not agree to the updated terms, the user should discontinue use of the platform and, where appropriate, close the account in accordance with applicable procedures.

Nothing in this section affects any rights that cannot lawfully be waived.

20.4 Supplemental Policies

Certain platform services may be governed by additional policies, guidelines, competition rules, or service-specific agreements, including but not limited to:

  • Privacy Policy.
  • Community Guidelines.
  • Marketplace Policy.
  • Seller Policy.
  • Buyer Policy.
  • Employer Policy.
  • Recruitment Policy.
  • Awards Official Rules.
  • Cookie Policy.
  • Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy.
  • Refund Policy.
  • Advertising Policy.
  • API terms (if introduced).
  • Premium Membership terms.

Where a supplemental policy specifically applies to a service, it should be read together with these terms.

If there is an unavoidable conflict between these terms and a service-specific agreement, the service-specific agreement governs only for that specific service, unless applicable law requires otherwise.

20.5 Entire Agreement

These terms, together with all documents expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between the user and What N Where regarding use of the platform.

They replace prior understandings, discussions, or agreements relating to the same subject matter, except where a separate written agreement expressly provides otherwise.

20.6 Assignment

Users may not assign, transfer, delegate, or otherwise transfer their rights or obligations under these terms without the prior written consent of What N Where.

What N Where may assign or transfer its rights and obligations in connection with:

  • Business restructuring.
  • Corporate reorganization.
  • Merger.
  • Acquisition.
  • Sale of assets.
  • Legal succession.
  • Other legitimate business transactions,

provided that such transfer does not reduce mandatory legal protections available to users.

20.7 No Partnership or Agency

Nothing in these terms creates:

  • A partnership.
  • A joint venture.
  • An employment relationship.
  • An agency relationship.
  • A franchise.
  • A fiduciary relationship,

between What N Where and any user unless expressly agreed in writing.

Users act independently when using the platform.

20.8 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

Except where expressly stated or required by applicable law, these terms do not create enforceable rights for persons who are not parties to this agreement.

20.9 Waiver

Failure by What N Where to exercise or enforce any right under these terms does not constitute a waiver of that right.

A waiver is effective only if made expressly in writing by an authorized representative of What N Where.

A waiver of one provision does not constitute a waiver of any other provision or future enforcement of the same provision.

20.10 Severability

If any provision of these terms is determined by a court or other competent authority to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be interpreted, modified, or severed only to the extent necessary.

The remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Where possible, an invalid provision shall be replaced with a lawful provision that most closely reflects the original intent.

20.11 Force Majeure

What N Where shall not be liable for delays or failures in performance caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including:

  • Natural disasters.
  • Floods.
  • Fires.
  • Earthquakes.
  • Pandemics.
  • Epidemics.
  • Government actions.
  • War.
  • Terrorist acts.
  • Civil unrest.
  • Labor disputes.
  • Internet outages.
  • Telecommunications failures.
  • Utility interruptions.
  • Cyberattacks affecting critical infrastructure.
  • Supply chain disruptions.
  • Other comparable events.

Performance affected by such events will resume as soon as reasonably practicable.

20.12 Headings

Section titles and headings are included solely for convenience and do not affect the interpretation of these terms.

20.13 Interpretation

Unless the context requires otherwise:

  • Singular includes the plural.
  • Plural includes the singular.
  • References to one gender include all genders.
  • The words "including", "such as", and similar expressions mean "including without limitation".
  • References to laws include amendments and successor legislation where applicable.

Interpretation should be consistent with applicable law and the overall purpose of these terms.

20.14 Electronic Records and Signatures

Where permitted by applicable law:

  • Electronic records.
  • Electronic communications.
  • Electronic acknowledgements.
  • Electronic signatures.
  • Digital acceptance of these terms.

shall have the same legal effect as paper records and handwritten signatures.

Users acknowledge that clicking an acceptance button, creating an account, or continuing to use the platform after receiving notice of updated terms may constitute acceptance where permitted by applicable law.

20.15 Compliance with Laws

Users agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, sanctions, export controls, and governmental requirements when using the platform.

Nothing in these terms authorizes or encourages unlawful conduct.

20.16 Export Control and Sanctions

Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the platform complies with applicable export control laws, trade restrictions, and economic sanctions.

Users must not use the platform in a manner prohibited by applicable law.

20.17 Survival

Any provision that by its nature should survive termination shall continue to apply after suspension or termination of a user's account.

Examples include provisions relating to:

  • Intellectual property.
  • Confidentiality.
  • Payments already incurred.
  • Limitation of liability.
  • Indemnification.
  • Dispute resolution.
  • Governing law.
  • Record retention.
  • Enforcement of legal rights.

20.18 Reservation of Rights

Except where expressly granted, all rights relating to the platform remain reserved by What N Where.

Nothing in these terms transfers ownership of the platform, its technology, branding, trademarks, logos, software, databases, or other intellectual property.

20.19 Relationship with Applicable Law

Where a provision of these terms conflicts with a mandatory legal requirement that cannot lawfully be excluded, the mandatory legal requirement shall prevail to the extent of the conflict.

The remainder of these terms shall continue in effect.

20.20 User Acknowledgement

By using What N Where, users acknowledge that:

  • They understand these terms may be updated from time to time.
  • Continued use of the platform after applicable notice constitutes acceptance of revised terms where permitted by law.
  • Supplemental policies form part of the overall legal framework where they apply.
  • If any individual provision is found unenforceable, the remaining terms continue to apply.
  • These terms are intended to operate to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law while preserving mandatory legal rights.

Users further acknowledge that this chapter supports the continued operation, interpretation, and administration of the platform as it evolves over time.

Chapter 21 – Contact Information, Notices & Final Acknowledgement

21.1 Purpose

This chapter explains how users may communicate with What N Where regarding these terms of Use and how official notices relating to the platform may be provided.

It also contains the final legal acknowledgement that applies to every user of the platform.

21.2 Contacting What N Where

Users may contact What N Where regarding matters relating to:

  • terms of Use.
  • Privacy Policy.
  • Marketplace services.
  • Business listings.
  • Recruitment services.
  • Awards and competitions.
  • Intellectual property.
  • Copyright notices.
  • Account issues.
  • Security concerns.
  • Fraud reporting.
  • Technical support.
  • General enquiries.

Official contact methods will be published on the platform.

Where available, users should use the contact form or designated support channels appropriate to the nature of their enquiry.

21.3 Accuracy of Contact Information

Users are responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date contact information associated with their accounts.

Users should promptly update information including:

  • Email address.
  • Mobile number.
  • Business contact information.
  • Billing information where applicable.
  • Other account details relevant to platform communications.

What N Where is not responsible for delays resulting from inaccurate or outdated contact information supplied by the user.

21.4 Official Notices to Users

Where permitted by applicable law, What N Where may provide notices through one or more of the following methods:

  • Email.
  • Account dashboard.
  • platform notifications.
  • Website announcements.
  • SMS or other verified communication channels.
  • Other electronic communication methods supported by the platform.

Users are responsible for reviewing notices sent through their registered communication channels.

21.5 Notices from Users

Users wishing to provide formal notices to What N Where should use the official contact methods published on the platform.

Where a particular type of request requires additional information, users should include all reasonably necessary details to allow efficient processing.

Examples include:

  • Account identification.
  • Transaction references.
  • Competition details.
  • Business verification information.
  • Relevant dates.
  • Supporting documentation.

21.6 Response Times

What N Where aims to respond to inquiries within a commercially reasonable period.

Actual response times may vary depending upon:

  • The complexity of the request.
  • Verification requirements.
  • Volume of inquiries.
  • Technical issues.
  • Public holidays.
  • Legal obligations.
  • Security investigations.

Estimated response times, where published, are targets rather than guarantees.

21.7 Legal Notices

Formal legal notices relating to:

  • Intellectual property.
  • Court proceedings.
  • Regulatory matters.
  • Government requests.
  • Legal claims.
  • Compliance matters.

should be submitted using the legal contact information designated by What N Where, where such contact details are provided.

Nothing in this section prevents service of legal documents by methods required or permitted under applicable law.

21.8 Fraud and Security Reporting

Users who become aware of suspected:

  • Fraud.
  • Identity theft.
  • Account compromise.
  • Security vulnerabilities.
  • Phishing.
  • Fake businesses.
  • Fake job postings.
  • Marketplace scams.
  • Vote manipulation.
  • Review fraud.

are encouraged to report such matters promptly using the appropriate reporting channels.

Reports should be made honestly and in good faith.

Knowingly false reports may themselves violate these terms.

21.9 Intellectual Property Complaints

Rights holders who believe that content available on the platform infringes their intellectual property rights may submit a complaint through the designated copyright or intellectual property reporting process.

Complaints should include sufficient information to enable What N Where to reasonably identify:

  • The protected work.
  • The allegedly infringing content.
  • The complainant's authority.
  • Contact information.
  • Supporting documentation where appropriate.

What N Where may investigate complaints and take action consistent with applicable law and platform policies.

21.10 Privacy Enquiries

Questions relating to the collection, use, disclosure, retention, or protection of personal information should be directed through the contact methods identified in the Privacy Policy.

Privacy-related requests may require identity verification before action is taken.

21.11 Accessibility

What N Where seeks to make its platform accessible to the widest possible range of users.

Users experiencing accessibility issues are encouraged to report them so that reasonable improvements can be considered over time.

Accessibility improvements will be implemented where reasonably practicable and consistent with applicable legal obligations.

21.12 Version Information

Each version of these terms may include information such as:

  • Version number.
  • Effective date.
  • Last updated date.
  • Revision history.
  • Document owner.

Users should review the current version periodically to remain informed about changes.

21.13 Record Keeping

What N Where may retain records relating to:

  • User communications.
  • Account activity.
  • Marketplace transactions.
  • Competition participation.
  • Verification activities.
  • Support requests.
  • Security investigations.
  • Policy acknowledgements.

Such records may be retained in accordance with the Privacy Policy, applicable law, and legitimate operational requirements.

21.14 Reservation of Rights

Except where expressly stated, failure by What N Where to exercise any right under these terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right.

All rights not expressly granted to users remain reserved.

21.15 Entire Legal Framework

These terms of Use should be read together with all applicable platform policies, including, where relevant:

  • Privacy Policy.
  • Community Guidelines.
  • Marketplace Policy.
  • Seller Policy.
  • Buyer Policy.
  • Employer Policy.
  • Recruitment Policy.
  • Awards Official Rules.
  • Cookie Policy.
  • Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy.
  • Refund Policy.
  • Advertising Policy.
  • Premium Membership terms.
  • Other service-specific policies published by What N Where.

Each policy applies to the services for which it has been created.

21.16 Good Faith Use

Users agree to use the platform honestly, responsibly, and in good faith.

Users should:

  • Respect other users.
  • Comply with applicable laws.
  • Follow platform policies.
  • Protect their account credentials.
  • Report misuse where appropriate.
  • Avoid fraudulent or deceptive conduct.

These principles support the long-term safety and integrity of the platform.

21.17 Final Acknowledgement

By creating an account, accessing, browsing, or using What N Where, users acknowledge and agree that:

  • They have read these terms of use.
  • They understand their rights and responsibilities under these terms.
  • They agree to comply with these terms and all applicable platform policies.
  • They understand that continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of these terms, subject to applicable law.
  • They are responsible for ensuring that their use of the platform complies with the laws applicable to them.
  • They understand that the platform may evolve over time and that these terms may be updated in accordance with Chapter 20.

Nothing in these terms excludes, restricts, or limits any legal rights that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.

21.18 Effective Date

These terms of use become effective on the date specified by What N Where when they are published on the platform.

Where required by applicable law, users will be provided with notice of material changes before revised terms take effect.

21.19 Closing Statement

Thank you for using What N Where.

Our mission is to build a trusted global platform where individuals, professionals, businesses, employers, creators, designers, buyers, sellers, and learners can safely connect, collaborate, and grow.

We appreciate every user who contributes responsibly to our community and helps maintain a secure, transparent, and respectful environment.

By working together, we can continue building a platform that encourages innovation, creativity, opportunity, and trust across the world.

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