Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 28, 2026 Last Updated: March 21, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using CodeSalvage ("the Platform," "we," "us," or "our"), operated by Hanamori Labs, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access or use the Platform.

Platform Description: CodeSalvage is an online marketplace connecting sellers of unfinished code projects with buyers seeking starter code for development projects. Operator: Hanamori Labs, LLC, 1111b South Governors Avenue, Dover, DE 19904, United States.

2. Definitions

"Seller": A user who lists unfinished code projects for sale on the Platform.
"Buyer": A user who purchases code projects from Sellers.
"Project": Unfinished source code, documentation, and related assets listed by a Seller.
"Transaction": The purchase and delivery of a Project from Seller to Buyer.
"Escrow Period": A 7-day period after purchase during which payment is held before release to Seller.
"Platform Fee": The commission charged by CodeSalvage on each Transaction (18% of sale price).

3. Eligibility

3.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Platform. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

3.2 Account Registration

You must register for an account using GitHub OAuth. You agree to:

Provide accurate and complete information
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account use
Be responsible for all activities under your account

3.3 Prohibited Users

You may not use the Platform if:

You are prohibited by law from using the Platform
Your account has been previously terminated for violation of these Terms
You are located in a country embargoed by the United States

4. User Roles and Responsibilities

4.1 Sellers

Eligibility:

Must have a valid GitHub account
Must complete Stripe Connect onboarding for payment processing
Must provide tax information (W-9 for US residents, W-8BEN for international)

Responsibilities:

Provide accurate descriptions of Projects, including completion percentage and known issues
Deliver source code and documentation as described
Respond to Buyer inquiries within reasonable timeframes
Not misrepresent the state of Projects
Ensure you have the right to sell the code (no stolen or plagiarized code)

Prohibited Conduct:

Listing Projects containing malicious code (viruses, malware, backdoors)
Listing Projects you do not own or have rights to sell
Significantly misrepresenting completion percentage or functionality
Selling the same Project as "exclusive" to multiple Buyers without disclosure
Contacting Buyers outside the Platform to circumvent fees

4.2 Buyers

Responsibilities:

Review Project descriptions, screenshots, and known issues before purchasing
Understand that Projects are unfinished and may require additional work
Complete review of code within 7-day Escrow Period
Provide honest and fair reviews of purchased Projects

Prohibited Conduct:

Disputing Transactions based on issues that were disclosed in Project description
Requesting refunds after Escrow Period expires (except in cases of fraud)
Redistributing purchased code in violation of license terms
Leaving false or misleading reviews

5. Project Listings

5.1 Content Standards

All Projects must:

Contain legitimate, functional source code
Include accurate descriptions and completion percentages
Disclose all known issues and limitations
Not contain malicious code, viruses, or security vulnerabilities
Not infringe on third-party intellectual property rights

5.2 Prohibited Content

Projects must not contain:

Stolen or plagiarized code
Code that violates third-party licenses or copyrights
Malware, viruses, trojans, or other malicious code
Code that facilitates illegal activities
Personal information of third parties without consent
Pornographic or illegal content

5.3 Project Limits

Free Tier: Maximum 3 active Project listings
Pro Tier ($9.99/month): Unlimited active listings

6. Transactions and Payments

6.1 Pricing

Sellers set their own prices in USD. All prices are displayed in USD and charged in USD.

6.2 Platform Fees

Seller Fees:

18% Platform commission on each sale
Stripe processing fees: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction

Example: For a $500 Project sale:

Buyer pays: $500
Stripe fee: $14.80
Platform commission: $90
Seller receives: $395.20

Buyer Fees:

No additional fees beyond listed price
Price shown is the price paid

6.3 Payment Processing

Payments are processed via Stripe. By making a purchase, you agree to Stripe's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

6.4 Escrow System

Purpose: Protect Buyers by holding payment for 7 days after purchase. Process:

Buyer completes purchase, payment is held in escrow
Buyer receives code immediately
Buyer has 7 days to review code and report issues
If no dispute, payment releases to Seller after 7 days
If dispute, Platform reviews and decides on refund

Seller Payouts:

Automatic payouts: Weekly (every Monday) for balances > $50
Manual payouts: Available anytime for balances > $50
First payout may take 7-10 business days (Stripe verification)

7. Refunds and Disputes

7.1 Refund Eligibility

Refunds may be granted during the 7-day Escrow Period if:

Project does not match description (e.g., advertised features missing)
Completion percentage significantly inflated (claimed 80%, actually 40%)
Major features are non-functional and not disclosed
Code files are missing or corrupted

7.2 Non-Refundable

Refunds will NOT be granted for:

Buyer inability to run or understand the code (setup assistance is Buyer's responsibility)
Minor bugs in unfinished code (expected in incomplete Projects)
Issues disclosed in "Known Issues" section of Project description
Change of mind or buyer's remorse
Disputes opened after 7-day Escrow Period

7.3 Dispute Process

Open Dispute: Buyer opens dispute within 7 days with evidence
Seller Response: Seller has 48 hours to respond with counter-evidence
Platform Review: We review both sides within 2-3 business days
Decision: Full refund, partial refund, or no refund
Final: Decision is final and binding

7.4 Dispute Evidence

Buyers should provide:

Screenshots of issues
Specific description discrepancies
Error messages or logs
Comparison of advertised vs. actual functionality

8. Code Delivery and Licensing

8.1 Delivery Method

Code is delivered via:

ZIP File Download: Available immediately after purchase
GitHub Repository Access: If Seller provides repository access

Download Availability: 30 days after purchase. Download as many times as needed within this period.

8.2 License Types

Projects are sold under one of three license types:

1. Full Code Transfer (Most Common):

Buyer owns all rights to the code
Buyer may use commercially, modify, resell, redistribute
Seller retains no rights after sale

2. Limited License:

Buyer may use commercially and modify
Buyer may NOT resell code as-is
Buyer MAY sell products built on top of code
Seller retains original rights

3. Custom License:

Terms defined by Seller in Project description
Buyer should clarify before purchase

8.3 Intellectual Property

Seller Warranties: By listing a Project, Seller warrants that:

They own all rights to the code or have permission to sell
The code does not infringe on third-party IP rights
The code does not contain proprietary third-party code without proper licensing

Buyer Rights: Upon purchase under "Full Code Transfer" license:

Buyer receives all rights to modify, use commercially, and redistribute
Buyer is not required to attribute Seller (though appreciated)

9. Reviews and Ratings

9.1 Review Eligibility

Only verified Buyers who completed a Transaction may leave reviews.

9.2 Review Guidelines

Reviews must:

Be honest and based on actual experience
Focus on code quality, completeness, and description accuracy
Not contain offensive language, personal attacks, or discriminatory content
Not be incentivized (no reviews in exchange for compensation)

9.3 Prohibited Review Conduct

Users may not:

Leave fake or misleading reviews
Review Projects they did not purchase
Extort Sellers by threatening negative reviews
Post reviews containing personal information of others

9.4 Review Moderation

We reserve the right to remove reviews that:

Violate these Terms or review guidelines
Contain offensive, defamatory, or illegal content
Are determined to be fake or fraudulent

10. Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

10.1 Fraud and Abuse

Engage in fraudulent transactions or chargebacks
Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
Manipulate ratings or reviews
Engage in price manipulation or anti-competitive behavior

10.2 Security and Technical

Attempt to hack, disrupt, or compromise Platform security
Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without permission
Reverse engineer or decompile Platform code
Overwhelm Platform with excessive requests (API abuse)

10.3 Circumvention

Contact other users outside Platform to avoid fees
Share or sell account credentials
Attempt to bypass payment processing or escrow

10.4 Illegal Activities

Use Platform for money laundering, fraud, or illegal purposes
Sell or distribute illegal content
Violate export control or sanctions laws

11. Pro Subscription

11.1 Pro Seller Plan

Price: $9.99/month (billed monthly) Benefits:

Unlimited project listings
Verified Pro badge
20% discount on featured listings
Advanced analytics
Priority support

11.2 Subscription Terms

Subscriptions auto-renew monthly
Cancel anytime (benefits end at end of billing period)
No refunds for partial months
Price subject to change with 30 days notice

11.3 Cancellation

To cancel:

Navigate to account settings
Click "Cancel Subscription"
Benefits remain active until end of current billing period
Project limit reverts to 3 active listings upon cancellation

12. Featured Listings

12.1 Pricing

1 Week: $49 ($39 for Pro members)
2 Weeks: $79 ($63 for Pro members)
1 Month: $129 ($103 for Pro members)

12.2 Benefits

Featured badge on Project card
Priority placement in search results
Increased visibility

12.3 Terms

Featured period starts immediately upon purchase
No refunds for featured listings (purchased slots are non-refundable)
Projects must meet quality standards to remain featured

13. Content Ownership and License

13.1 User Content

You retain ownership of content you upload (code, descriptions, images). By uploading content, you grant CodeSalvage a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:

Display, reproduce, and distribute your content on the Platform
Create derivative works for Platform functionality (thumbnails, previews)
Use for marketing and promotional purposes

13.2 Platform Content

All Platform code, design, trademarks, and content (excluding user-generated content) are owned by CodeSalvage or licensors. You may not copy, modify, or distribute Platform content without permission.

14. Data Privacy

14.1 Data Collection

We collect and process personal data as described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Platform, you consent to data collection and processing.

14.2 Third-Party Services

We use third-party services:

Stripe: Payment processing
GitHub: Authentication
Cloudflare R2: File storage
SendGrid: Email notifications
Sentry: Error monitoring

Each service has its own privacy policy and terms.

15. Disclaimers

15.1 Platform "As-Is"

THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties that the Platform will be uninterrupted or error-free
Warranties that defects will be corrected

15.2 No Warranty on User Content

WE DO NOT WARRANT OR ENDORSE:

The accuracy, quality, or legality of Projects listed by Sellers
The ability of Sellers to complete sales or deliver code
The ability of Buyers to pay for purchases
That Projects are free from bugs, errors, or security vulnerabilities

15.3 Use at Your Own Risk

You acknowledge that:

Projects are unfinished and may contain bugs
You are responsible for reviewing code before use in production
We are not liable for damages caused by use of purchased code
Security vulnerabilities in purchased code are not our responsibility

16. Limitation of Liability

16.1 Limitation

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HANAMORI LABS, LLC (OPERATING AS CODESALVAGE) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
Damages arising from use or inability to use the Platform
Damages arising from Transactions between users

16.2 Maximum Liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

$100 USD, OR
The amount of fees you paid to CodeSalvage in the 12 months preceding the claim

16.3 Exceptions

This limitation does not apply to:

Liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence
Liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
Liability that cannot be limited by law

17. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CodeSalvage, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights (IP, privacy, etc.)
Your use of the Platform
Content you upload or transmit
Transactions you engage in on the Platform

18. Termination

18.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support. Upon termination:

Your listings will be removed
Pending Transactions will be completed
You will receive any outstanding payouts

18.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account if:

You violate these Terms
We suspect fraudulent or illegal activity
Required by law
You engage in conduct harmful to other users or the Platform

18.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Access to your account will be revoked
Pending Transactions will be handled case-by-case
We may retain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes

19. Dispute Resolution

19.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

19.2 Informal Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us at [email protected] to attempt informal resolution.

19.3 Arbitration Agreement

Any dispute arising from these Terms or use of the Platform shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except:

Small claims court disputes (under $10,000)
IP infringement claims

Arbitration Rules: American Arbitration Association (AAA) rules Location: Dover, Delaware Costs: Each party bears their own costs unless otherwise determined by arbitrator

19.4 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE TO BRING CLAIMS ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS. YOU WAIVE THE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS, CLASS ARBITRATIONS, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTIONS.

20. Modifications to Terms

20.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective:

Immediately for new users
30 days after notice for existing users

20.2 Notice of Changes

We will notify you of material changes via:

Email to your registered address
Notice on the Platform

20.3 Continued Use

Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

21. Miscellaneous

21.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Hanamori Labs, LLC (operating as CodeSalvage) regarding use of the Platform.

21.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

21.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

21.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights to any affiliate or successor.

21.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control (natural disasters, war, strikes, internet outages, etc.).

22. Contact Information

Hanamori Labs, LLC (operating as CodeSalvage)

Address: 1111b South Governors Avenue, Dover, DE 19904, United States

Phone: +1 (484) 291-8909

Email: [email protected]

Legal: [email protected]

For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].

23. Acknowledgment

BY USING THE PLATFORM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

You have read and understood these Terms
You agree to be bound by these Terms
You are at least 18 years old
You have the authority to enter into these Terms

Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Effective Date: January 28, 2026