Terms & Conditions

1. About Collection Index

Collection Index is an online information platform and directory dedicated to helping diecast model car and hobby enthusiasts discover stores worldwide. We provide a community-driven platform where users can explore and suggest hobby stores.

Collection Index is an information platform only. We do not sell products, process payments, or facilitate transactions between users and stores.

2. Acceptable Use of the Website

By using Collection Index, you agree to:

• Use the website only for lawful purposes
• Provide accurate and truthful information when submitting store suggestions
• Respect other users and the integrity of the platform
• Not misuse or abuse the platform's features

You must not:

• Attempt unauthorized access to our systems or servers
• Use the platform for fraudulent, misleading, spam, or harmful activities
• Copy, reproduce, or exploit platform content without permission
• Submit false, misleading, or inappropriate store information
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website

3. Store Information & Third-Party Content

Collection Index displays information about hobby stores and retailers, including user-submitted suggestions and publicly available information.

Collection Index is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any of the stores listed on our platform unless explicitly stated.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on Collection Index, including but not limited to:

• Website design and layout
• Logos and branding
• Text, graphics, and images
• Software and code
• Platform structure and organization

is protected by intellectual property laws and belongs to Collection Index or its licensors.

Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of this content is strictly prohibited.

5. Limitation of Liability

Collection Index is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

We are not liable for:

• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in store information or platform content
• Temporary interruptions, downtime, or technical issues
• Any losses, damages, or inconveniences resulting from reliance on platform information
• Experiences with third-party stores or websites linked from our platform
• Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from platform use

6. External Links

Collection Index may contain links to third-party websites, including store websites, social media platforms, and other external resources.

We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of information on external websites. Visiting third-party links is at your own discretion and risk.

7. Privacy

Your use of Collection Index is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

8. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Continued use of Collection Index after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to Collection Index for any user who violates these Terms & Conditions or misuses the platform, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.

10. Disclaimer

Collection Index is an independent information platform and is not affiliated with any diecast model manufacturers, brands, or retailers unless explicitly stated. All brand names, trademarks, and logos mentioned on this platform belong to their respective owners.