Refund Policy
Refund Policy Effective Date: 25th February 2026
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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.
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Platform Fees (If Applicable) Any fees paid to Countryside Classifieds Ltd for listing or advertising services are non-refundable unless required by law.
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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.