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Terms of Service

The core terms that apply when using Firewood Friends.

Last Updated: January 27, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Firewood Friends ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

Firewood Friends is a community platform that connects people offering wood with those seeking it. We provide a service to facilitate these connections but are not responsible for the actual transactions, collection, or quality of wood.

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

  • You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
  • You may not share your account with others
  • You must provide accurate and current information

3.2 Guest Access

Guest users have limited access and see obfuscated location data to protect privacy and encourage community membership.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Post false, misleading, or fraudulent listings
  • Harass, abuse, or threaten other users
  • Share inappropriate or offensive content
  • Violate any local laws regarding wood collection or trespassing
  • Scrape, data mine, or automatically collect user information
  • Attempt to circumvent security features
Important Safety Notice: Users are responsible for their own safety when collecting wood. Always verify property owner permission, assess safety risks, and use proper equipment and protective gear.

5. Listings and Content

5.1 Your Responsibilities

  • Accuracy: Ensure listings are accurate and current
  • Photos: Only upload photos you have rights to use
  • Location: Provide accurate location information
  • Availability: Update or remove listings when wood is no longer available
  • Property Rights: Only list wood you have authority to share or sell

5.2 License Grant

By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content within the App.

6. Liability and Disclaimers

Disclaimer: The App is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy, availability, or quality of listings.

6.1 No Liability for User Interactions

We are not responsible for:

  • Quality, safety, or legality of wood
  • Accuracy of listings or user representations
  • Disputes between users
  • Personal injury or property damage during collection
  • Trespassing or illegal activity by users

6.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Itomic Digital Pty Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the App.

7. Intellectual Property

The App, including its design, logos, and content (excluding user-generated content), is owned by Itomic Digital Pty Ltd and protected by copyright and trademark laws.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to:

  • Suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms
  • Remove listings or content at our discretion
  • Modify or discontinue the App at any time

You may delete your account at any time through the app settings.

9. Privacy

Your use of the App is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use your information.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Itomic Digital Pty Ltd from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the App or violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Australia.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. We will notify users of significant changes.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

Email: support@firewoodfriends.app
Company: Itomic Digital Pty Ltd
Facebook: www.facebook.com/firewoodfriends

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full effect.