Terms & Conditions
Last updated on April 25, 2024
Welcome to Slab Sharks Inc.! Before using our website at www.slabsharks.com & www.slabsharks.ca (“the Website”) and engaging with our consignment services, please carefully read and understand the following Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) that govern your use of our services.
(Effective date: January 1st, 2024)
By accessing or using our Website and consignment services, you agree to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please refrain from using our services.
We offer consignment services to help you sell your sports cards, collectibles, and memorabilia through our eBay store. By engaging with our services, you agree to the terms outlined in our terms & conditions.
Our customer portal dashboard allows you to review your live auction items, generate payout reports, track packages, and create consignment forms. Your use of the dashboard is subject to these Terms.
To access certain features, you may need to create a user account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
In our merch store, you can purchase Slab Sharks branded clothing using Shark Coins earned through consigned items. Transactions in the merch store are governed by these Terms.
We are a participant in the eBay Partner Network. Clicking on affiliate links and making purchases may earn us a commission. This does not impact the price you pay for an item.
You agree to use the Website and services for lawful purposes only. You may not use the Website in a way that violates any applicable laws or regulations.
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
The content on our Website, including logos, text, and images, is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without our explicit consent.
We strive to provide accurate and reliable information, but we do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the content on our Website. We are not liable for any damages resulting from your use of our services.
We may update these Terms, and any changes will be posted on this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website and services for any reason, without prior notice if in violation of any of the terms & conditions.
By engaging in any transaction on our eBay store (“the Store”), you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions, including the prohibition on shilling and self-bidding.
b) Definitions:
Shilling: The act of artificially inflating the price of an item through deceptive or fraudulent means, including but not limited to, placing fake bids, or using secondary accounts to bid on one’s own items.
Self-Bidding: Placing bids on your own items listed on the Store with the intent to manipulate the bidding process and drive up the price.
c) Prohibition of Shilling and Self-Bidding:
It is strictly prohibited for sellers or any affiliated parties to engage in shilling or self-bidding on items listed on the Store. Such activities undermine the integrity of the bidding process and violate eBay’s policies.
d) Consequences of Violation:
If we determine that a seller or any affiliated parties have engaged in shilling or self-bidding, we reserve the right to ban the user from using our services. Any cards won by the consignor will be indefinitely relisted until paid. We will not return items that are shilled by consignors. Cards will be listed on an as is basis.
e) Reporting Violations:
Buyers and other users who suspect or observe any shilling or self-bidding activities are encouraged to report such incidents to us promptly. Reports should include relevant details, such as item numbers, user IDs, and a description of the suspicious behavior.
f) Educational Resources:
We encourage sellers to familiarize themselves with eBay’s policies and guidelines regarding shilling and self-bidding. eBay provides educational resources and materials to help users understand and comply with their policies.
We reserve the right to amend these Terms & Conditions at any time. Sellers will be notified of any changes, and continued use of the Store constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], and any disputes arising from or related to these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [Your Jurisdiction].
By using our eBay Store, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms & Conditions, including the prohibition of shilling and self-bidding. Violation of these terms may result in serious consequences, as outlined above.
Slab Sharks Inc., reserves the right to reject any items based on a variety of factors including, suspicion of alterations, trimming, recolouring, authenticity issues and other factors. Cards will be listed on an as is basis. Please ensure fresh/clean sleeves, top loaders and one touches are used.
Once an item is consigned, the item will placed in the queue to be auctioned in our earliest weekly auction. Slab Sharks Inc., reserves the right to move a consignment to the following week for optimal auction results – the consignor will be notified.
Once Slab Sharks Inc. receives a consignment, Slab Sharks Inc. will only return the items back to the consignor if the item is unpaid via the ebay platform for two auctions in a row. After the second auction attempt, the consignor will be notified for instructions.
We are able to auction for the third time if the consignor wishes. Return shipping is to be paid by the consignor.
All items are listed in our Thursday night weekly auction. The auction slot may begin at 6pm EST and may end at 12:30 am EST. All auctions start at .99 cents, unless otherwise negotiated at no reserve 7-day auctions. As a consignor you understand the merits of an auction and that the highest paid bidder is the rightful owner of the card after an auction.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at support@slabsharks.com
Thank you for choosing Slab Sharks Inc. We appreciate your trust and look forward to assisting you with your consignment needs!
