Terms of Use – Seller Panel

Effective Date:8 July 2025Last Updated:5 September 2025

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1 Agreement Overview

By accessing or using the Seller Panel, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the services.

2 Definitions

Platform, Services, Content, Customer, Commission — terms are used as defined herein.

3 Seller Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Eligibility Requirements

  • 18+ or a registered business entity; legal capacity to contract
  • Valid business registration & required licenses in India
  • Active GST where applicable; compliance with laws

3.2 Account Registration

  • Provide accurate info & required documents
  • Verify identity and accept Terms & Privacy Policy
  • Keep credentials secure; update info promptly

3.3 Account Approval

  • We review applications and may request more docs
  • We may reject, suspend, or terminate for violations

4 Seller Obligations and Responsibilities

4.1 Product Listings

  • Accurate descriptions/specs; authentic images; current inventory
  • Comply with Indian quality/safety standards; include taxes

4.2 Order Management

  • Acknowledge within 24h; ship within timelines; provide tracking
  • Handle modifications/cancellations; resolve complaints fairly

4.3 Customer Service

  • Respond within 24h; accurate info; handle returns/refunds
  • Cooperate with Cop&Drop support; stay professional

5 Prohibited Activities

5.1 Prohibited Products

  • Counterfeits; illegal/restricted items; IP violations; expired/defective goods

5.2 Prohibited Practices

  • Manipulating reviews or prices; fake accounts; misleading content
  • Misuse of customer data; fee circumvention

5.3 Platform Misuse

  • Security interference; scraping; credential sharing; spam

6 Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Your Content

  • You own your content; grant Cop&Drop a non-exclusive license to host/display it
  • You must have rights/permissions; we may remove violating content

6.2 Platform Rights

  • Platform tech & trademarks belong to Cop&Drop; feedback may be used freely

6.3 Infringement Claims

  • Report suspected IP infringement; we investigate and act

7 Fees, Commissions, and Payments

7.1 Commission Structure

  • Rates shared during onboarding; category/volume based; 30-day notice for changes

7.2 Payment Terms

  • Scheduled payouts to verified bank; holds/adjustments for returns/penalties/taxes

7.3 Tax Obligations

  • You’re responsible for applicable taxes; we provide transaction reports

8 Order Fulfillment and Shipping

8.1 Fulfillment Requirements

  • Acknowledge within 24h; prep/ship within stated days; share tracking promptly

8.2 Returns and Refunds

  • Accept as per policy; process within 48h; refunds within 7 business days on receipt

9 Platform Policies and Community Guidelines

9.1 Content Guidelines

  • Accurate listings, quality images, and compliance with promo guidelines

9.2 Communication Standards

  • Professional tone; respond to notifications; training participation

9.3 Performance Standards

  • Fulfillment ≥95%; CSAT ≥4.0/5; timely responses; manage return rate

10 Account Termination and Suspension

10.1 Termination by You

  • 30 days notice; complete pending orders; final settlement after obligations

10.2 Termination by Us

  • Breach, fraud, safety, poor performance, or payment violations

10.3 Effect of Termination

  • Access revoked; pending orders handled; listings removed; confidentiality continues

11 Limitation of Liability and Disclaimers

11.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

  • Services provided “as-is”; no implied warranties; no guaranteed uptime/compatibility

11.2 Limitation of Liability

  • Direct damages only; cap = commissions paid in prior 12 months; no indirect/punitive

11.3 Indemnification

  • You indemnify Cop&Drop for claims from your listings/content/legal breaches

12 Force Majeure

No liability for delays due to natural disasters, government actions, wars, network failures, or public health emergencies.

13 Dispute Resolution

13.1 Internal Resolution

  • Contact seller support; allow 15 business days for resolution

13.2 Mediation

  • If unresolved, either party may seek mediation; costs shared

13.3 Arbitration

  • Binding arbitration under Indian law; venue: Bengaluru, India

13.4 Exceptions

  • IP disputes, injunctive relief, small claims, criminal matters may bypass arbitration

14 Governing Law and Jurisdiction

14.1 Applicable Law

  • India laws incl. Contract Act 1872, IT Act 2000, Consumer Protection 2019, GST 2017

14.2 Jurisdiction

  • Subject to arbitration, courts in Bengaluru, India have jurisdiction

15 Modifications and Updates

15.1 Changes to Terms

  • 30 days’ notice; effective date communicated; continued use = acceptance

15.2 Seller Feedback

  • We welcome feedback via email, surveys, webinars, advisory groups

16 General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

  • Terms + Privacy Policy + addenda = entire agreement

16.2 Severability

  • If one clause fails, the rest continue

16.3 Assignment

  • No assignment without consent; we may assign with notice

16.4 Waiver

  • Non-enforcement isn’t a waiver

16.5 Language

  • English governs over translations

17 Contact Information

Legal & Seller Support: contact@copdrop.in • +91 91747 62886 • Bengaluru North, Karnataka

*These Terms were last updated on 5 September 2025. Review periodically for changes.*

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“In India, there are so many small indie brands, each doing something different, something creative. But even with all that talent, most of them never get the recognition they deserve. We’ve all come across great products on Instagram or while scrolling, but it’s hard to keep track. You click on one profile, then another, open multiple websites, and it just becomes a mess. That’s where the idea for Cop&Drop started. We were tired of discovering something amazing, only to forget where we saw it or struggle to buy it. So we thought, why not bring all these brands together in one place? Cop&Drop is a marketplace where you can find handpicked indie brands from across India. Whether it’s something made in a city or a small town, everything is curated and put in one space. It makes things simpler, for both the shoppers and the consumers. You don’t have to scroll through endless posts anymore. And for the brands, they get a proper platform to grow. But we’re not just building a shopping site. We’re building a space where local creators,whether they’re artists, designers, creators can actually get seen. Where small brands can grow together, get support, and maybe even reach beyond India. We want people to connect with the stories behind these products, not just buy them. Our goal is to make it easier for small indie brands to be discovered, appreciated, and supported. Whether you’re someone who creates or someone who just wants to explore something different. Cop&Drop is where you’ll find it.”