Terms of Use
Effective Date: 02/25/2026 · Homis Inc.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By creating an account or using Homis, you agree to these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree, do not use the App.
2. Description of Service
Homis is a residential community platform that enables:
- Community messaging
- Buying/selling goods
- Offering services
- Event management
- Poll creation and voting
- Vendor promotions
- Special discounts
Homis acts as a platform, not a party to transactions between users.
3. Eligibility
You must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Provide accurate information
- Be a legitimate resident or authorized member of a community
Homis may suspend accounts that violate this.
4. User Responsibilities
You agree NOT to:
- Post illegal content
- Harass other users
- Impersonate others
- Sell prohibited items
- Circumvent fees
- Use bots or automated scraping
You are solely responsible for your interactions.
5. Marketplace Disclaimer
Homis:
- Does not guarantee quality of goods/services
- Is not responsible for disputes between users
Transactions are at your own risk.
6. Vendor Offers
Vendors may:
- Offer promotions
- Pay listing or advertising fees
- Offer discount codes
Homis is not responsible for vendor fulfillment quality.
7. Payments & Fees
Homis may charge:
- Vendor listing fees
- Subscription fees
- Platform fees
- Transaction fees
Fees are non-refundable unless required by law.
8. Content Ownership
You retain ownership of content you post.
By posting content, you grant Homis a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:
- Display
- Distribute
- Promote within the platform
9. Account Termination
Homis may suspend or terminate accounts for:
- Violating terms
- Fraudulent behavior
- Harassment
- Illegal activity
You may delete your account at any time.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Homis Inc. shall not be liable for:
- User disputes
- Lost profits
- Fraud by other users
- Indirect or consequential damages
Use of the platform is at your own risk.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify Homis Inc. against claims resulting from:
- Your use of the platform
- Your content
- Your transactions
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States.
13. Arbitration Clause
Disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration in the State of Delaware, except where prohibited by law.
14. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms. Continued use means acceptance.
15. Contact
Homis Inc.
Email: hello@homis.app
Marketplace Rules
Welcome to the Homis Marketplace. This section is designed for residents to buy, sell, and offer personal goods and services within their community. By creating a listing, you agree to follow the rules below.
1. Personal Items & Services Only
The Marketplace is intended for:
- Personal goods that you legally own
- Services you personally provide
- Small-scale local offers between residents
This is not a commercial e-commerce platform. You may not:
- Operate a large retail business
- List bulk inventory for resale
- Post commercial advertisements unrelated to the community
- Use the Marketplace as a storefront for outside businesses without approval
2. Ownership Requirement
You may only list items that:
- You personally own
- You have legal rights to sell
- Are currently in your possession
You may not:
- Sell items that belong to someone else
- Sell stolen goods
- Sell items you do not physically own
- Act as a broker or middleman without ownership
If requested, you must be able to prove ownership.
3. No Dropshipping or Third-Party Fulfillment
Listings must represent items or services directly controlled by you. You may not:
- Dropship products
- List items from Amazon, AliExpress, or other marketplaces
- Resell items you do not possess
- Use third-party fulfillment companies
- Misrepresent product origin or availability
Homis Marketplace is built for trust between neighbors — not anonymous online reselling.
4. Prohibited Items & Services
The following are strictly prohibited:
Illegal or Regulated Items
- Drugs, narcotics, controlled substances
- Drug paraphernalia
- Prescription medications
- Weapons (firearms, ammunition, explosives)
- Stolen property
- Counterfeit goods
- Fake documents or IDs
Restricted Content
- Adult content or services
- Escort services
- Gambling-related services
- Pyramid schemes or MLM recruitment
- Cryptocurrency scams or "investment opportunities"
- Get-rich-quick schemes
Unsafe or Harmful Items
- Hazardous chemicals
- Toxic materials
- Recalled or unsafe products
- Items that violate federal, state, or local law
If it is illegal, dangerous, or deceptive — it does not belong on Homis.
5. No Scams or Fraudulent Activity
Users may not:
- Misrepresent an item's condition
- Use fake photos
- Post misleading descriptions
- Collect payment without intent to deliver
- Impersonate another person
- Use phishing tactics
- Attempt payment fraud
- Ask for off-platform payments in suspicious ways
Any attempt to scam will result in immediate account suspension.
6. Accurate Listings Required
All listings must include:
- Clear and recent photos
- Honest description
- Real condition of the item
- Fair and transparent pricing
Spam, duplicate listings, or misleading posts may be removed.
7. Local Transactions Only
Marketplace transactions are intended for:
- Local exchanges within the community
- In-person or clearly agreed-upon arrangements
Homis is not responsible for disputes between users, but we may investigate reports of abuse or fraud.
8. Respect Community Standards
All interactions must remain:
- Respectful
- Professional
- Non-discriminatory
Harassment, threats, or inappropriate messages may lead to removal from the platform.
9. Enforcement
Homis reserves the right to:
- Remove any listing at any time
- Suspend or ban accounts
- Report illegal activity to authorities
Violation of these rules may result in permanent removal from the app.