Terms and Conditions

Welcome to CarBayt (carbayt.com). These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, services, and online platform dedicated to automotive pricing, car listings, and market insights within the State of Qatar. By accessing or using CarBayt, you agree to be fully bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must refrain from using our platform.

1. Overview of Our Services

CarBayt provides a digital platform designed to help buyers and sellers research vehicle prices, explore new and used car listings, and connect with private sellers and commercial dealerships across Qatar, including Doha, Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan, and Lusail. We offer market data, price comparisons, and advertising space for automotive listings tailored to local GCC specifications and Qatari market conditions.

Please note that CarBayt is an information and listing service. We are not a motor dealership, car broker, or direct party to any transaction concluded between vehicle buyers and sellers on our platform.

2. User Eligibility and Account Creation

To use certain features of CarBayt, such as posting a car for sale or contacting sellers, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must be at least 18 years of age or possess legal capacity under the laws of Qatar.
• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration or listing submission process.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
• You must notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect any unauthorised use of your account.

3. Vehicle Listings and Seller Obligations

If you submit a vehicle listing on CarBayt, whether as a private individual or a commercial showroom, you agree to adhere to strict guidelines to maintain platform integrity:

• Accuracy: All details provided in the listing, including vehicle make, model, year, mileage, condition, accident history, and price in Qatari Riyal (QAR), must be truthful and accurate.
• GCC Specifications: You must clearly state whether the vehicle meets regional GCC specifications or if it is an import, as this significantly impacts car valuation and warranty coverage in Qatar's summer climate.
• Ownership and Right to Sell: You confirm that you are the lawful owner of the advertised vehicle or have explicit legal authority from the owner to arrange the sale.
• Media Content: Photographs and videos uploaded must be genuine images of the actual vehicle being offered for sale. Stock images or misleading visuals are strictly prohibited.
• Clear Title: You must disclose any outstanding bank loans, mortgages, or legal encumbrances registered against the vehicle with the Ministry of Interior or Traffic Department.

4. Buyer Responsibilities and Transactions

CarBayt strives to maintain a safe and transparent marketplace, but buyers are solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence prior to purchasing any vehicle listed on our site. We strongly recommend that buyers take the following precautions:

• Arrange an independent comprehensive mechanical inspection at a recognised vehicle testing centre in Qatar before finalizing any deal.
• Verify that the vehicle's air conditioning, cooling systems, and engine components are suited to high summer temperatures and highway driving on routes like the Al Majd Road or Salwa Road.
• Inspect all official documentation, including the legal ownership registration (Istimara), service history records, and Traffic Department accident logs.
• Complete all financial transactions through secure, verifiable banking channels and fulfill official vehicle transfer procedures at authorized Ministry of Interior traffic sections.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content available on CarBayt, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, website design, database structures, pricing algorithms, and software, is the exclusive property of CarBayt or its licensors. This content is protected by international copyright laws and the intellectual property regulations of Qatar.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to view and print pages from carbayt.com for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, duplicate, scrape, modify, distribute, or commercially exploit any material from our platform without our prior written consent.

6. Prohibited Activities

When interacting with CarBayt, you expressly agree not to engage in any of the following activities:

• Posting false, misleading, fraudulent, or deceptive car listings or pricing information.
• Using automated web scrapers, bots, or data extraction tools to collect data from carbayt.com without authorisation.
• Uploading files containing computer viruses, malware, or any code intended to harm or disrupt our infrastructure.
• Harassing, spamming, or sending unsolicited commercial communications to other users of the site.
• Attempting to bypass site security measures or gain unauthorised access to our servers, user accounts, or administrative systems.

7. Fees and Paid Services

Browsing car listings and conducting price searches on CarBayt is generally free for consumers. However, we may offer premium listing packages, featured seller slots, and dealer advertising subscriptions for a fee.

All applicable fees are clearly displayed in Qatari Riyal (QAR) prior to purchase. Paid services are non-refundable once the service has been rendered or the featured advertisement has gone live on carbayt.com, except where required by Qatari consumer protection laws.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

CarBayt provides its website, tools, valuation estimates, and car listings on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any car listing, valuation estimate, or user-submitted content.
• The mechanical safety, roadworthiness, or legal status of any vehicle advertised on the platform.
• Uninterrupted or error-free access to our website and digital services.

9. Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall CarBayt, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our website or services. This includes, but is not limited to, financial losses resulting from car purchase decisions, unverified seller claims, vehicle mechanical failures, or disputes between buyers and sellers.

10. Third-Party Services and External Links

Our website may display information, promotional offers, or links related to third-party providers, such as automotive insurance companies, car financing banks, vehicle inspection centres, and commercial dealerships across Doha. CarBayt does not endorse or assume responsibility for the products, services, or privacy practices of these third parties.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CarBayt, its affiliates, and their respective personnel from and against all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, and legal fees arising out of your breach of these Terms and Conditions, your misuse of carbayt.com, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

12. Modifications to Terms and Services

CarBayt reserves the right to update, modify, or revise these Terms and Conditions at any time to reflect changes in our business practices, technological advancements, or Qatari legal requirements. Any updates will be posted directly on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

13. Governing Law and Legal Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions, as well as any legal dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to your use of CarBayt, shall be governed by and construed strictly in accordance with the laws of the State of Qatar. You agree that the courts of Doha, Qatar shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute arising under these terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, feedback, or legal inquiries concerning these Terms and Conditions or the operation of CarBayt, please get in touch with our team via email at [email protected].