Legal Term
online collectibles trading platform escrow terms
Legal Definition
These are the contractual rules that govern how a neutral third-party escrow agent holds and releases funds or collectible assets during trades on digital marketplaces. They ensure that sellers, such as freelancers, deliver the promised item before payment is released, while giving buyers assurance that their money is safe until verification.
In Plain English
Escrow terms mean a platform locks your payment or item until the other party fulfills their side. For freelancers, it's a guard against non-payment, but you must follow strict rules to avoid delays or losses.
Example in a Contract
Section 5.1 of the Platform Service Agreement: 'Seller shall transfer the Collectible to the designated Escrow Agent within 12 hours of transaction confirmation. Buyer's funds will be held by the Escrow Agent and released to Seller upon Buyer's electronic acceptance, provided no dispute is filed within 72 hours. Disputes trigger a hold per the Platform's Resolution Procedure, and fees may apply for early release requests.'
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