1. Agreement to Terms
Welcome to Aecura. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you" or "User") and Aecura ("we", "us", or "our"), an Australian business, governing your access to and use of the Aecura platform, including our website, applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Service with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Description of Service
Aecura is a collection management platform designed for science fiction and fantasy collectors. The Service enables Users to catalogue, track, value, and manage their collectible items, including but not limited to starships, figurines, LEGO sets, and other memorabilia.
Key features of the Service include: collection cataloguing and organisation, market pricing intelligence and portfolio valuation, public exhibit functionality, achievement systems, and community features.
3. Eligibility
To use the Service, you must be at least 18 years of age, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction if higher. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.
If you are using the Service on behalf of an organisation, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organisation to these Terms.
4. Account Registration and Security
To access certain features of the Service, you must create an account. When registering, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and promptly update your account information
- Maintain the security of your password and accept all risks of unauthorised access
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account
- Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
Free accounts use email addresses as usernames. Paid subscription accounts may select vanity usernames, subject to availability and our acceptable use guidelines.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or remain inactive for extended periods.
5. Subscription Plans and Payment
5.1 Available Plans
Aecura offers the following subscription tiers:
- Free tier: Limited features
- Collector tier: Paid subscription with enhanced features
- Vault tier: Premium subscription with full feature access
Current pricing and feature details are available on our website. We reserve the right to modify pricing with reasonable notice to existing subscribers.
5.2 Payment Processing
Payments are processed through our third-party payment processor, Paddle. By subscribing to a paid plan, you agree to Paddle's terms of service in addition to these Terms. Paddle handles all payment processing, invoicing, and tax compliance on our behalf.
5.3 Billing and Renewal
Subscriptions are billed in advance on a recurring basis (monthly or annually, as selected). Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date. You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.
5.4 Refunds
Refund requests are handled in accordance with Australian Consumer Law. If you believe you are entitled to a refund, please contact us within 14 days of your payment.
6. User Content and Data
6.1 Your Content
You retain ownership of all content you submit to the Service, including collection data, images, descriptions, and other materials ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, store, display, and process your User Content solely to provide and improve the Service.
6.2 Public Exhibits
If you choose to make your collection or exhibits public, you understand that this content will be visible to other Users and potentially the general public. You are solely responsible for any User Content you make public.
6.3 Data Accuracy
While we strive to provide accurate market pricing and collection data, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any data provided through the Service. Collection valuations are estimates only and should not be relied upon for insurance, sale, or investment decisions without independent verification.
7. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Service to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others
- Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Harass, abuse, or harm other Users
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Service or related systems
- Use automated systems to access the Service without our express permission
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
- Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Service
We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate action against anyone who violates these provisions, including removing content, suspending or terminating accounts, and reporting to law enforcement authorities.
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 Our Intellectual Property
The Service, including its original content, features, functionality, design, and branding, is owned by Aecura and is protected by Australian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service without our prior written consent.
8.2 Third-Party Content
The Service may display information about collectible items, including names, images, and descriptions that are the intellectual property of third parties. Such content is used for informational and reference purposes. We do not claim ownership of third-party intellectual property.
8.3 Feedback
If you provide us with feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Service, you grant us the right to use such feedback without restriction or compensation to you.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
The Service may integrate with or contain links to third-party services, including eBay for market pricing data. We do not control and are not responsible for third-party services. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and conditions.
10. Disclaimers
10.1 Service Provided "As Is"
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
10.2 No Guarantee of Availability
We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, that defects will be corrected, or that the Service is free of viruses or other harmful components.
10.3 Australian Consumer Law
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer rights under the Australian Consumer Law that cannot be excluded, restricted, or modified by agreement.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Aecura, its directors, employees, partners, agents, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
- Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Service
- Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service
- Any content obtained from the Service
- Unauthorised access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
Our total liability for any claims arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us, if any, in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or AUD $100, whichever is greater.
12. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Aecura and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the Service, your User Content, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.
13. Termination
13.1 Termination by You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using the account deletion feature in your settings. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.
13.2 Termination by Us
We may suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms, is harmful to other Users or the Service, or for any other reason.
13.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your licence to use the Service terminates. We may, but are not obligated to, delete your User Content. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.
14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
14.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Queensland, Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
14.2 Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall first be attempted to be resolved through good faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue resolution through the courts of Queensland, Australia, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
15. General Provisions
15.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Aecura regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
15.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
15.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
15.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
15.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labour, or materials.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
By using Aecura, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.