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Terms of Service for Hosts

Last Updated: October 2025

Welcome to Local — a platform connecting travelers with authentic cultural experiences hosted by local artists, musicians, entertainers, dancers, and comedians (“Hosts”).
By applying to become a Host or listing an experience on the platform, you agree to the following Terms of Service (“Terms”).

1. Eligibility

To register as a Host, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Provide accurate, current, and complete registration information.
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your location.

Failure to meet these requirements may result in suspension or termination of your hosting privileges.

2. Host Responsibilities

By becoming a Host, you agree to:

  • Provide truthful and complete descriptions of your experiences, including pricing, timing, and capacity.
  • Ensure your events are conducted safely and respectfully.
  • Honor all confirmed bookings and communicate promptly with participants.
  • Obtain all required licenses, permits, or authorizations relevant to your event.
  • Maintain appropriate insurance coverage for your activities if required by law.

You are solely responsible for the conduct of your experience and any consequences resulting from it.

3. Content and Intellectual Property

You grant Local a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, and display any content (text, images, videos, etc.) you upload for promotional or operational purposes.
You affirm that you own or have the right to use all content you submit and that it does not infringe the rights of others.

4. Fees and Payments

  • Local may charge service or processing fees on bookings as disclosed at the time of listing.
  • Payments are processed through integrated third-party providers (e.g., Stripe).
  • You agree that Local is not responsible for payment delays, chargebacks, or disputes between Hosts and Guests.

5. Taxes

Hosts are responsible for determining and remitting any taxes, fees, or levies required by local authorities related to their income or events. Local does not withhold or remit taxes on behalf of Hosts.

6. Cancellations and Refunds

  • Hosts must follow the cancellation policy visible to guests at booking.
  • Repeated cancellations or no-shows may result in suspension.
  • Local reserves the right to issue guest refunds when necessary to maintain platform trust.

7. Prohibited Conduct

You may not:

  • Post false, misleading, or deceptive listings.
  • Discriminate against guests based on race, gender, religion, nationality, or any protected class.
  • Use the platform for illegal, unsafe, or exploitative activities.
  • Circumvent the platform’s booking or payment systems.

Violations may result in removal from the platform and legal action.

8. Platform Rights

Local reserves the right to:

  • Modify or remove listings that violate these Terms or community standards.
  • Verify or request proof of identity and event legitimacy.
  • Suspend or terminate access to the platform at any time, with or without cause.

9. Limitation of Liability

Local acts solely as a facilitator between Hosts and Guests.
Local is not liable for:

  • Injury, loss, or damage occurring during experiences.
  • Disputes between Hosts and Guests.
  • Errors, downtime, or interruptions in platform services.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Local’s liability is limited to the total amount of fees paid to Local for the specific transaction giving rise to the claim.

10. Privacy

All data is handled under the Local Privacy Policy.
By hosting, you consent to the collection and use of your information for identity verification, payment processing, and platform operation.

11. Termination

You may deactivate your hosting account at any time. Local may suspend or terminate your account for violation of these Terms or misuse of the platform.

12. Modifications

Local may update these Terms periodically. Continued use after notice of modification constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which Local operates. Disputes shall be resolved exclusively in that jurisdiction’s courts.

By clicking “I Agree” or submitting a host application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.

Contact:
For questions or disputes, email: support@experiencebylocals.com
Website: https://experiencebylocals.com