Herdspace – Terms and Conditions

Effective date: 01/01/2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using herdspace.co.uk (the "Website") or any services provided through it.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.

1. Who we are

Herdspace Ltd ("Herdspace", "we", "us", "our") operates an online advertising and discovery platform for the equestrian sector.

Registered in England & Wales

Company Number: 16233572

Registered Address: Unit C, Piccadilly Business Centre, Aldow Enterprise Park, Manchester, M12 6AE

Herdspace is not a broker, agent, dealer, intermediary, or adviser. We do not participate in, facilitate, verify, negotiate, guarantee, or oversee transactions between buyers and sellers.

2. Scope of our services

Herdspace provides a platform only which allows:

sellers/advertisers to publish listings

users to browse, search, and enquire

users to interact directly with one another

All transactions, communications, representations, negotiations, and agreements are strictly between buyers and sellers.

We do not:

verify identity, ownership, history, suitability, or legality of listings

inspect animals, goods, or services

provide valuations, recommendations, or advice

guarantee accuracy, availability, or outcomes

3. User responsibility & risk

All users acknowledge and agree that:

the accuracy of adverts is the sole responsibility of the advertiser

Herdspace does not validate listings or user claims

any purchase or engagement is undertaken entirely at the user's own risk

professional advice (e.g. veterinary, legal, transport, export) should be sought where appropriate

You agree to conduct your own due diligence before entering any transaction.

4. AI-powered features disclaimer

Herdspace may offer AI-powered search, tagging, suggestions, or discovery tools.

These features:

are generated automatically

are based on user-submitted information and behavioural patterns

may be incomplete, inaccurate, or unsuitable

AI outputs are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice, verification, endorsement, or guarantees of suitability.

Users must independently verify all information before relying on it. Herdspace accepts no liability arising from reliance on AI-generated outputs.

5. User accounts & security

Users may be required to create an account to access certain features.

You are responsible for:

keeping login credentials secure

all activity carried out under your account

ensuring information you submit is lawful and accurate

Herdspace does not verify user identity beyond basic platform access controls.

6. Advertiser obligations

By submitting an advert, you confirm that:

you have the legal right to sell or advertise the item or service

the listing complies with UK law and any applicable international regulations

all information provided is accurate, lawful, and not misleading

you agree to pay applicable advertising fees

Each advert is limited to a single item or listing. Substitutions are not permitted.

7. Editorial control & content standards

Herdspace reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to:

reject, remove, suspend, or amend adverts
we may amend adverts so your listing utilises more of the platform's features.

prohibit user access

withhold fees where terms are breached

Editorial amendments (e.g. spelling, formatting, image quality) are non-substantive and do not constitute verification or endorsement.

Links to competitor or alternative classified platforms are prohibited.

8. Trade sellers

Trade sellers must not misrepresent themselves as private sellers.

Under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, commercial status must be clearly disclosed.

Herdspace may remove adverts reasonably suspected of misrepresentation without refund and is not obliged to investigate seller status beyond reasonable suspicion.

9. Photographs & media

Advertisers confirm they have permission to use all submitted images and media.

Herdspace accepts no liability for copyright disputes and may remove disputed media immediately and without notice.

10. Prohibited use

Users must not:

misuse AI tools or attempt to manipulate results

scrape, harvest, or extract data without permission

use bots, automated tools, or scripts

submit false, misleading, or unlawful content

harass, spam, or abuse other users

attempt to bypass fees, restrictions, or security measures

11. Fees, cancellations & refunds

Once an advert is published, the service is deemed delivered.

You may remove an advert at any time, but no refunds will be issued, except where required by law.

Website downtime or service interruption does not entitle users to refunds.

12. Third-party services & advertisers

Herdspace may display third-party adverts or links.

We do not endorse, verify, or accept responsibility for third-party products or services. All dealings are strictly between the user and the third party.

13. Liability & disclaimers

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

Herdspace excludes all liability for losses arising from use or inability to use the Website

we do not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free operation

we are not liable for indirect, consequential, or economic losses

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where unlawful to do so.

14. Intellectual property

All Website content, design, systems, and functionality belong to Herdspace or its licensors.

Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive licence to use the Website for personal, lawful purposes only.

15. Data protection

Personal data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Herdspace Ltd is registered with the ICO under registration number: ZB873695.

16. Force Majeure

Herdspace shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:

acts of God, flood, drought, earthquake, or other natural disasters

epidemic or pandemic

terrorist attack, civil war, civil commotion, riot, or threat of any such events

war, armed conflict, or sanctions

any law or action taken by a government or public authority

collapse of, or failure of, third-party infrastructure including internet service providers, hosting platforms, payment processors, or telecommunications networks

fire, explosion, or accident

industrial action or labour disputes

In such circumstances, Herdspace will take reasonable steps to notify affected users and to resume normal service as soon as reasonably practicable. Where a force majeure event results in a prolonged interruption to the service, Herdspace reserves the right to suspend or terminate affected services without liability.

For the avoidance of doubt, a force majeure event does not entitle users to a refund of listing fees already paid.

17. Assignment

Herdspace may transfer or assign this agreement to another entity. Users will be notified if this occurs.

18. Governing law & jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

19. Changes to these terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Last updated: 17/03/2026