Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using Adoo.lk. By using our service, you agree to these terms and conditions.

Last Updated: January 1, 2025 | Effective Date: January 1, 2025

📋 Important Notice

These Terms & Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Adoo.lk. Please read them carefully.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Adoo.lk ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services located at adoo.lk (the "Service") operated by Adoo.lk.

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

🔹 Key Point: Your use of Adoo.lk means you accept these terms in full.

2. Eligibility

To use Adoo.lk, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent
  • Be a resident of Sri Lanka or have legal authority to trade in Sri Lanka
  • Provide accurate and truthful information
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
  • Not be prohibited from using our services under Sri Lankan law

🔹 Age Requirement: You must be 18+ to create an account and post ads.

3. Account Registration & Security

Account Creation

When you create an account with us, you must provide information that is accurate, complete, and current at all times. You are responsible for safeguarding your password and all activities under your account.

Account Security

  • Keep your login credentials confidential
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account use
  • Use a strong, unique password
  • Log out from shared or public computers

One Account Per User

Each user may maintain only one personal account. Multiple accounts may result in suspension of all accounts.

4. Posting Advertisements

Ad Requirements

When posting ads on Adoo.lk, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate descriptions and genuine photos
  • Set fair and reasonable prices
  • Post ads in the correct categories
  • Include only items you legally own or have authority to sell
  • Respond to genuine inquiries promptly

Ad Content Standards

  • All content must be in English, Sinhala, or Tamil
  • No misleading or false information
  • Original photos of actual items only
  • Appropriate language and professional tone

🔹 Quality Standard: We reserve the right to edit or remove ads that don't meet our quality standards.

5. Prohibited Items & Content

The following items and content are strictly prohibited on Adoo.lk:

Illegal Items

  • Drugs, narcotics, and controlled substances
  • Weapons, ammunition, and explosives
  • Stolen or counterfeit goods
  • Items violating intellectual property rights

Restricted Content

  • Adult or sexually explicit content
  • Hate speech or discriminatory content
  • Fraudulent or misleading advertisements
  • Spam or duplicate postings
  • Personal information of third parties

⚠️ Violation Consequences: Posting prohibited content may result in immediate account suspension and legal action.

6. Payments & Fees

Free Services

Basic use of Adoo.lk including browsing and posting regular ads is free of charge.

Premium Services

  • Featured ad placements
  • Priority listing in search results
  • Enhanced ad visibility tools
  • Business account features

Payment Terms

  • All fees are in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR)
  • Payment is required before premium service activation
  • No refunds for completed premium services
  • Prices may change with 30-day notice

7. Liability & Disclaimers

Platform Role

Adoo.lk acts as an intermediary platform connecting buyers and sellers. We do not:

  • Own, sell, or deliver any items listed
  • Guarantee the accuracy of ad content
  • Verify the identity or legitimacy of users
  • Control the quality, safety, or legality of items

User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for:

  • All transactions and interactions with other users
  • Verifying the legitimacy of items and sellers
  • Following safety guidelines during meetings
  • Complying with applicable laws and regulations

⚠️ Important: Adoo.lk is not liable for any damages arising from user transactions. Trade at your own risk.

8. Account Termination

Termination by User

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting our support team or using the account deletion feature.

Termination by Adoo.lk

We may suspend or terminate your account for:

  • Violation of these Terms & Conditions
  • Posting prohibited content
  • Fraudulent or illegal activities
  • Multiple user complaints
  • Inactive accounts (after 12 months of inactivity)

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your access to the Service will cease, and all your ads will be removed. Some provisions of these Terms may survive termination.

9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of Sri Lanka. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Adoo.lk shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Sri Lanka.

Dispute Resolution

  • First, contact our support team to resolve issues
  • If unresolved, mediation may be required
  • Legal proceedings will be in Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • Sri Lankan law governs all interpretations

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

📞 Contact Details

For urgent matters, please call our support line. For general inquiries, email is preferred.

📝 Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page.

We will notify users of significant changes via email or website notification. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.