NameJet Auction and Brokerage Seller Agreement
TERMS OF SERVICE
Updated: September 22, 2014
This document governs your participation in any live or online auction or Brokerage sale of internet domain names, including silent or extended online auctions following a live auction and websites on which internet domain names and any associated intellectual property may be purchased and sold (an "Auction") conducted by NameJet Web.com, LLC. ("NameJet", "we," "us", and/or "our") of internet domain names ("Names") submitted by you (in such capacity, a "Seller") for inclusion in an Auction or privately brokered sale. Live and online auctions, and Brokerage services offered through NameJet Auctions are referred to herein as the "NameJet Services" and online auction and listing services offered through NameJet on its website are referred to herein as the "NameJet Services."
By creating a Seller account or submitting any Name for sale in any Auction with NameJet and using the NameJet Services offered hereunder (collectively, the "Services"), you are agreeing to be bound by these terms of service ("Terms of Service") which includes all of our terms and conditions and policies referenced herein such as our Fee Schedule and Policies below, Live and Extended Transfer Policies and Procedures below, and NameJet' Privacy Policy. We strongly encourage you to read not only the Terms of Service reflected herein, but the terms of any other linked information referenced herein.
In order to participate in any privately brokered sale or Auction you MUST first agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. We reserve the right to change any of the terms and conditions contained in these Terms of Service, our Fee Schedule and Policies below and our Privacy Policies at any time without notice. You are responsible for complying with any changes to these documents within ten (10) days of the date of change.
1. Seller Responsibilities
In order to sell a Name in an Auction or Private Brokerage, Seller shall:
2. NameJet Responsibilities
In selling a Name submitted by Seller for sale at an Auction or Brokerage sale and accepted by NameJet for inclusion in such Auction, NameJet shall:
3. Exclusivity Provisions Applicable to Certain Auctions
The following terms apply to all Sellers submitting Names for sale at an Auction or Private Sale depending on the class of Services used.
3.1 Exclusive Sale Period for NameJet Showcase Auctions
For all names submitted by Seller to NameJet for private sale or for in inclusion at live and online Auctions conducted by NameJet Showcase Auctions, Seller grants to NameJet the exclusive right and authority to sell such domain names for a period of (a) sixty days (60) calendar days from the date of such submission (whether through online submission process, addenda, e-mail or other written correspondence) or (b) sixty (60) days from the conclusion of any auction or private brokerage negotiation taking place after the submission/declaring of the Name(s) on the addenda, whichever occurs later (the "Exclusive Showcase Sale Period"). Seller agrees to allow NameJet to market Seller's domains to prospective buyers on behalf of Seller, to negotiate and accept offers on Seller's behalf. Seller agrees that accepted offers form a legally binding commitment by Seller, and a sale shall only be cancellable in the event that a Buyer defaults on their payment. All offers that are presented by a NameJet broker and are accepted by Seller (via email or phone) are legally binding. Any name which is not sold at a particular auction can be sold in subsequent private brokerage or future auctions run by NameJet, in which case the Exclusive Showcase Sale Period will automatically renew for an additional sixty (60) days at the end of each term unless Seller notifies NameJet in writing within fifteen (15) days of expiration of the Exclusive Sale Period that it is terminating such period. All domains submitted to and accepted by NameJet for auction or brokerage will continue to be marketed by NameJet and may be listed as a premium domain name available for unsolicited bids.
3.2 Exclusive Sale Period for NameJet Services (see sec 3.1 for NameJet Showcase Auctions)
For all names submitted by Seller to NameJet for private sale in inclusion at online Auctions conducted by NameJet, Seller grants to NameJet the exclusive right and authority to sell such domain names for so long as either (a) such Name is being considered for inclusion in an Auction at NameJet, or (b) such Name is available for order or is at auction on NameJet' website (the "Exclusive NameJet Sale Period" and together with the Exclusive Private Sale Brokerage Period, the "Exclusive Sale Period").
3.3 Restrictions During Exclusivity
During the Exclusive Sale Period, Seller agrees not to (a) sell, or offer for sale, the Names except for sale through an Auction or private / public sale or (b) use, appoint or engage any person or entity other than NameJet to act as its agent, sales representative or in a similar capacity with respect to the Names during the term of this Agreement. In the event that Seller sells or markets the Names directly to a buyer or through any person or entity other than NameJet during the term of this Agreement, NameJet shall be entitled to receive its full fee for the sale of such Name (See Fee Schedule and Policies below).
3.4 Non-Circumvention
In addition to any other rights NameJet may have, if a Name is accepted for an Auction or private / public sale, during the Exclusive Sales Period, and in the case of the Exclusive Sale Period, for a period of one year following the termination of the Exclusive Sale Period, Seller shall not, directly or indirectly:
In the event that Seller violates the provisions of this Section 3.4, NameJet shall be entitled to receive its full fee as if such name were sold for the reserve price or an offer otherwise accepted by the Seller (See Fee Schedule and Policies below).
4. Domain Transfer
The following terms apply to all Sellers desiring to submit Names for sale using the NameJet Private Brokerage and auction Services and NameJet Showcase Auctions. The provisions of this Section 4 do not apply to those Sellers submitting their Names for sale using the NameJet Services.
All Names to be sold using the NameJet Private Brokerage and Auction Services and NameJet Showcase Auctions will be transacted through NameJet' Domain Transfer Service (the "Transfer Service"). Unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing, NameJet will act as a secure technical intermediary and will hold the Name in a restricted account for the ultimate buyer of the Name during the change of ownership process. To effectuate the intent of the foregoing, if a Name has been purchased in an Auction conducted by NameJet, Seller shall transfer such Name to a restricted registrar account established by NameJet who will hold the money received by the Buyer until all conditions to the closing of the transfer process have been satisfied. Once all conditions precedent have been satisfied, (a) NameJet shall remit the net purchase price amount (Buyer's purchase price less any applicable Fee that would have been earned by NameJet according to the Fee Schedule and Policies below) to Seller and (b) NameJet shall have the Name transferred from the restricted account to the buyer and will change ownership of the Name to the buyer in this process. NameJet may at its sole discretion, allow the change of ownership to occur at any registrar of its choice during this process. Further terms and conditions applicable to the Transfer Service are set forth in our Live and Extended Transfer Policies and Procedures below and such terms and conditions are deemed a part of these Terms of Service.
5. Fees and Taxes
6. Representations, Warranties and Covenants
6.1. Representations, Warranties and Covenants of Seller
Seller hereby represents warrants and covenants as follows:
6.2. Representations, Warranties and Covenants of NameJet
NameJet hereby represents warrants and covenants as follows:
6.3. Limitations on Representations and Warranties
SELLER ACKNOWLEDGES THE ADVANCED AND SPECULATIVE NATURE OF DOMAIN NAME SALES AND AUCTIONS AND UNDERSTANDS THAT NO GUARANTEES OR WARRANTIES CAN BE MADE OR EXPECTED WITH RESPECT TO SUCH CONCEPT OR THE SERVICES CONTEMPLATED HEREIN. EXCET AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN, SELLER THEREFORE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, WITH REGARD TO THE SERVICES PROVIDED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, AND EACH PARTY AGREES THAT THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES CREATED BY COURSE OF DEALING, COURSE OF PERFORMANCE OR TRADE USAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, NAMEJET SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY REGARDING (A) THE SUCCESS OF A SALE OF ANY NAME, (B) THE NUMBER OF PERSONS, IF ANY, WHO MAY VIEW THE NAME FOR SALE, AND (C) THE ERROR-FREE, DISRUPTION-FREE OR INTERRUPTION-FREE NATURE OF THE SERVICES OFFERED HEREUNDER. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL NAMEJET BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT OR THE INABILITY OF A NAME TO BE SOLD, EVEN IF NAMEJET HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF NAMEJET FOR ANY DIRECT DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED FIVE DOLLARS ($5.00). BECAUSE SOME STATES/JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO SELLER.
7. Indemnification; Remedies
Seller agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless NameJet and its parent companies and subsidiaries and their respective officers, directors, shareholders, affiliates, employees, agents, successors and assigns (the "NameJet Parties"), at its expense, from and against any and all liability, demands, claims, costs, losses, damages, recoveries, settlements, and expenses (including interest, penalties, attorney fees, accounting fees, and expert witness fees) incurred by the NameJet Parties, known or unknown, contingent or otherwise, directly or indirectly arising from or related to any breach of a warranty by Seller or failure to perform any covenants required of Seller under these Terms of Service. Seller agrees that irreparable damage would occur in the event that any of the provisions of these Terms of Service were not performed by Seller in accordance with their specific terms or were otherwise breached. It is accordingly agreed that NameJet shall be entitled to an injunction or injunctions to prevent breaches of these Terms of Service by Seller and to enforce specifically the terms and provisions of these Terms of Service, this being in addition to any other remedy to which NameJet are entitled at law or in equity.
8. Privacy Policy
NameJet' Privacy Policy is hereby incorporated by reference into these Terms of Service. The NameJet Privacy Policy provide's your rights and NameJet' responsibilities with regard to your personal information. Except as otherwise provided for herein, NameJet shall not use your information in any way inconsistent with the purposes and limitations provided in the Privacy Policy. For purposes of these Terms of Service, information about the Names provided by Seller and the transactions those domains generate, including pricing, reserve prices, and actual sales prices shall not be considered personally identifiable information or confidential information subject to any duty of confidentiality.
9. Intellectual Property
As between NameJet and Seller, NameJet shall own all right, title and interest, including without limitation all Intellectual Property Rights (as defined below), including but not limited to, all software, technology, materials, guidelines, documentation (and any derivative works or enhancements thereof), relating in any way to the conduct of the Auction and the Services provided hereunder. For purposes of the Agreement, "Intellectual Property Rights" means any and all rights existing from time to time under patent law, copyright law, trade secret law, trademark law, unfair competition law, publicity rights law, privacy rights law, and any and all other proprietary rights, as well as, any and all applications, renewals, extensions, restorations and re-instatements thereof, now or hereafter in force and effect worldwide.
10. Modifications and Waivers
NameJet reserves the right to change any of these terms and conditions at any time without notice. Seller is responsible for complying with any changes to the terms and conditions within ten (10) days of the date of change. No waiver of a breach, failure of any condition, or any right or remedy contained in or granted by the provisions of these Terms of Service shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by the party waiving the breach, failure, right, or remedy. No failure or delay by NameJet in exercising any right, power or privilege hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof nor shall any single or partial exercise thereof preclude any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right, power or privilege. The rights and remedies herein provided shall be cumulative and not exclusive of any rights or remedies provided by law.
11. Governing Law; Jurisdiction and Venue
These Terms of Service will be governed by the laws of the United States of America and the State of Florida, without regard to conflict of laws principles, as if the Agreement was a contract wholly entered into and wholly performed within Duval County in the State of Florida. You agree that any judicial proceeding relating to or arising out of this Agreement or the Services shall be instituted only in a federal or state court of competent jurisdiction in Duval County in the State of Florida, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such court and waive the right to challenge the jurisdiction of such court on grounds of lack of personal jurisdiction or forum non conveniens or to otherwise seek a change of venue. You also agree to waive the right to trial by jury in any action that takes place relating to or arising out of these Terms of Service. SELLER AND NameJet AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OF SERVICE MUST COMMENCE WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION ACCRUES, OTHERWISE, SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION IS PERMANENTLY BARRED.
12. Attorney's Fees
If NameJet prevails in any action, suit, or proceeding arising from or based upon these Terms of Service, NameJet shall be entitled to recover from Seller NameJet' reasonable attorneys' fees in connection therewith in addition to the costs of such action, suit, or collection proceeding.
13. Miscellaneous
NameJet and Seller are independent contractors and do not intend to create any partnership, joint venture, agency, franchise, sales representative or employment relationship between them. Seller may not assign any of its rights or delegate any of its duties under these Terms of Service without the prior written consent of NameJet. Despite such consent, no assignment shall release Seller of any its obligations or alter any of its primary obligations to be performed under these Terms of Service. These Terms of Service shall bind and inure to the benefit of Seller's and NameJet' successors, permitted assigns, heirs, executors and administrators of the parties to these Terms of Service. If any party fails to perform its obligations because of strikes, lockouts, labor disputes, embargoes, acts of God, inability to obtain labor or materials or reasonable substitutes for labor or materials, governmental restrictions, government regulations, governmental controls, judicial orders, enemy or hostile governmental action, civil commotion, fire or other casualty, or other causes beyond the reasonable control of the party obligated to perform, then that party's performance shall be excused. If a court or an arbitrator of competent jurisdiction holds any provision of this Agreement to be illegal, unenforceable, or invalid in whole or in part for any reason, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions, or portions of them, will not be affected. Except as may be set forth in an written agreement signed between NameJet and Seller which specifically amend or supplement these Terms of Service, these Terms of Service constitute the final, complete, and exclusive statement of the terms of the use of the Services between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, negotiations or understandings or agreements with respect hereto. Notice must be given to NameJet at the address set forth on its respective website and to Seller at the administrative address listed in the Seller's account. Notice will be deemed to have been received upon personal delivery (including confirmed fax), one day after mailing by nationally known overnight carrier or five (5) days after mailing by certified mail, return receipt requested. These Terms of Service are made solely for the benefit of NameJet and Seller and their respective successors and permitted assigns, and no other person or entity shall have or acquire any right by virtue of these Terms of Service. The headings in these Terms of Service are included for convenience only and shall neither affect the construction or interpretation of any provision in these Terms of Service nor affect any of the rights or obligations of the parties these Terms of Service.
Auction and Brokerage Seller Fees & Policies
Auctions are held daily online and at live events featuring an auctioneer and real-time online bidding.
It is typically free to submit a domain for consideration in a live or extended auction or to schedule a daily online auction. Fees are typically only charged for sold domains at the completion of a sale.
Additionally, policies have been set-up to promote a fair and efficient marketplace for both buyers and sellers.
Fees
The seller payout amount is the final selling price of the domain less any fees. *Fees are assessed based on the type of auction it is sold at as follows:
NameJet Daily Online Auction Fees |
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Submission Fee |
Free |
Commission Fee |
20%
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Handling Fee
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Free |
Placement in Promotional Emails and Auction Lists |
Free |
Auction Example: |
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Your Reserve Price |
$1,000 |
Winning Auction Sales Price |
$2,500 |
Commission Fee @ 20% |
($500) |
Your Net Payout |
$2,000 |
Premium Live Event and Extended Auction Fees
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Submission Fee |
Free |
Commission Fee |
15%
20% of agreed sale price if sold through private brokerage |
Handling Fee
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Free |
2. With domain name not in your NameJet registrar account.
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$100
(above $100 fee does not apply to private brokerage sales) |
Placement in Promotional Emails and Auction Lists |
Free |
Auction Example: |
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Your desired Net Payout |
$5,000 |
Reserve Price Before 15% Commission |
$5,882 minimum |
Winning Sales Price |
$25,000 |
Commission Fee @ 15% |
($3,750) |
Your Net Payout |
$21,250 if domain at our registrar |
Your Net Payout |
$21,150 if domain not at our registrar |
NameJet Showcase Auction Fees
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Submission Fee |
Free |
Commission Fee |
15%
20% of agreed sale price if sold through private brokerage |
Handling Fee
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Free |
2. With domain name not in your NameJet registrar account.
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$100
(above $100 fee does not apply to private brokerage sales) |
Placement in Promotional Emails and Auction Lists |
Free |
Auction Example: |
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Your desired Net Payout |
$5,000 |
Reserve Price Before 15% Commission |
$5,882 minimum |
Winning Sales Price |
$25,000 |
Commission Fee @ 15% |
($3,750) |
Your Net Payout |
$21,250 if domain at our registrar |
Your Net Payout |
$21,150 if domain not at our registrar |
*Remember to visit this page prior to submitting or scheduling auctions as fees are subject to change.
Policies
Please be sure to review the policies before submitting or scheduling a domain for auction.
Sellers can promote domains for auction by referring others to the NameJet marketplace and forwarding all leads and inquiries to your NameJet Account Executive.
Sellers cannot do the following:
(See the seller agreement for exclusivity and non-circumvention details.)
If a policy violation occurs, commission fees are immediately due, an auction may be ended and parties involved may be prevented from participating in the NameJet marketplace.
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SAMPLE of Seller Sales Agreement for auction and for Private Brokerage Sales:
AUCTION SALE AGREEMENT
This AUCTION SALE AGREEMENT (this "Agreement") is made and entered into as of the date set forth on the signature page hereto by the person or entity set forth below under the heading "Seller" on the signature page hereto (the "Seller").
WHEREAS, Seller has previously agreed to be bound by the Auction and Sale Terms of Service (the "Seller Agreement") relating to the Seller's participation in a live or online auction of internet domain names, including a silent or extended online auction following a live auction (an "Auction"), conducted by NameJet Web.com, LLC ("NameJet") and
WHEREAS, Seller desires to consummate the sale of certain domain names for which a winning bid was received in an Auction.
NOW, THEREFORE, Seller, intending to be legally bound, hereby agrees as follows:
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Seller has executed this Auction Sale Agreement as of the date set forth below.
SELLER: By:__________________________________ Name: Title: Address:______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ Date:_________________________________ |
Payment Instructions: (select one)
Wire Transfer:
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Expedited transfer service |
Included |
Privately Brokered Sale Sample agreement
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Buyer / Seller
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Total Payment due to Seller |
BUYER agrees to pay the total purchase price of (US Dollars) including escrow and legal fees for the Domain Name(s) as listed above to SELLER through an escrow account. Upon the completed payment to escrow, SELLER agrees to transfer domain name to Buyer through the Escrow Account designated by NameJet. When both the domain name and the funds have been received in escrow, NameJet will wire funds to Current Registrant of Record as per the bank wire instructions sent via email by current registrant. SELLER will provide all reasonable cooperation to BUYER to ensure the swift transfer of the DOMAIN NAME.
BUYER agrees to indemnify and hold SELLER, its agents and affiliates, harmless from any and all liability or claims or controversies that may arise due to the sale of the DOMAIN NAME or which may arise out of or in connection with this agreement.
SELLER warrants and represents to BUYER that: 1) SELLER is the sole owner of all right, title and interest in the DOMAIN NAME; 2) to the best of SELLER'S knowledge, the DOMAIN NAME is being transferred to BUYER free of any liens, encumbrances, restrictions, licenses, or security interests; 3) to the best of SELLER'S knowledge, SELLER properly purchased and registered the DOMAIN NAME without committing fraud or misrepresentation; 4) to the best of SELLER'S knowledge, the DOMAIN NAME does not infringe the rights of any third party; and 5) to the best of SELLER'S knowledge, the DOMAIN NAME has not been, and is not currently, the subject of any litigation, claims, arbitration or other legal proceeding nor has the SELLER received any notice of any such pending items.
SELLER and BUYER both represent to the other that it has full authority to enter into this agreement and perform its terms. BUYER agrees to take control of the DOMAIN NAME and BUYER acknowledges it is solely responsible for renewing the DOMAIN NAME registration(s) with the registrar of record prior to the expiration date listed in "Whois". The registrar of record can be determined by contacting NameJet. SELLER and BUYER acknowledge that NameJet may become the legal owner and registrant of the DOMAIN NAME during the escrow process before reselling the DOMAIN NAME to the BUYER. All correspondences to Buyer/Seller/Escrow Agent regarding this AGREEMENT should be addressed to:
NameJet
5335 Gate Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32256
United States
Phone: 1-866-462-3572
Email: [email protected]
This agreement is subject to the laws of the State of Florida as per the Escrow Agent and Registrar location of business. Seller and Buyer agrees to waive questions of jurisdiction and venue and agrees that all disputes brought by Seller or Buyer shall be in the courts of Florida.
NameJet
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SELLER
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Domain EPP Transfer Authorization code(s): __________________________