Refund Policy

Refund Policy Effective Date: 25th February 2026

  1. Platform Role Countryside Classifieds Ltd operates solely as an online advertising platform that enables independent users to connect for the purpose of buying, selling, hiring, lending, or providing goods, livestock, animals, equipment, and services. Countryside Classifieds Ltd: Does not process payments

Does not hold or transfer funds

Is not a party to any transaction

Does not act as agent, broker, or intermediary

Does not offer buyer or seller protection

All transactions are arranged directly between users.

  1. No Platform Refunds Countryside Classifieds Ltd does not provide refunds under any circumstances in relation to: Payments made between users

Deposits paid privately

Goods not received

Dissatisfaction with items purchased

Misdescription or quality disputes

Livestock health or condition issues

Service quality or non-performance

Hire or loan arrangements

Cancellation of private agreements

Any request for a refund must be directed to the seller or service provider involved in the transaction. Countryside Classifieds Ltd will not issue refunds, reimbursements, credits, or compensation for any transaction arranged via the Platform.

  1. Responsibility of Buyers and Sellers All financial arrangements are strictly between the buyer and seller (or service provider and customer). Users are solely responsible for: Agreeing payment terms

Agreeing refund terms

Verifying identity and legitimacy

Inspecting goods or livestock before payment

Conducting appropriate due diligence

Complying with applicable UK laws

All transactions are conducted entirely at the users’ own risk.

  1. Fraud and Scam Risk While Countryside Classifieds Ltd may remove listings that breach its Terms of Service, the Platform cannot guarantee the legitimacy of users or listings. Users are strongly advised to: Inspect goods, livestock, or equipment before paying

Avoid sending advance payments where possible

Use secure, traceable payment methods

Meet in safe environments

Retain written records of agreements

Verify identification and contact details

Countryside Classifieds Ltd accepts no liability for fraud, scams, misrepresentation, or financial loss arising from user transactions.

  1. Statutory Rights Nothing in this Refund Policy limits any statutory rights a consumer may have directly against a seller under applicable UK law, including the Consumer Rights Act 2015. However, such rights are enforceable against the seller — not Countryside Classifieds Ltd.

  2. Platform Fees (If Applicable) Any fees paid to Countryside Classifieds Ltd for listing or advertising services are non-refundable unless required by law.

  3. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by law, Countryside Classifieds Ltd shall not be liable for: Financial loss

Consequential loss

Loss of profit

Loss of livestock or animals

Property damage

Personal injury

Emotional distress

Business interruption

arising from or connected with any transaction between users.