Terms of Service
These Terms of Service govern your use of Sidecrate marketplace platform. Please read them carefully before using our services.
Last updated: August 27, 2025
Table of Contents
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using Sidecrate ("the Platform", "our Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.
Important Notice
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Sidecrate. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not access or use our platform.
You must be at least 18 years old to use this service
These terms may be updated from time to time with notice
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
Platform Description
Platform Focus
Sidecrate enables developers to share their GitHub projects instantly. Visitors explore code with AI chat assistance - no manual diving needed.
Project Categories
We support projects at different stages: prototypes, MVPs, and production apps. Free or paid sharing options available for all creators.
Service Scope
Project Sharing
GitHub import and instant project sharing
Communication Platform
Messaging between creators and visitors
Trust & Safety
User verification and dispute resolution
User Accounts
Account Registration
Requirements
- Valid email address
- Accurate personal information
- Strong, secure password
- Email verification
Responsibilities
- Keep login credentials secure
- Update profile information
- Report suspicious activity
- One account per person/entity
Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for:
- Violation of these terms
- Fraudulent activity
- Inactivity for extended periods
- Multiple policy violations
Seller Terms
Listing Requirements
Project Standards
- Accurate project descriptions
- Complete source code and documentation
- Clear installation and setup instructions
- Screenshots or demo videos
Legal Compliance
- Own all intellectual property rights
- No copyrighted or licensed content
- Disclose any third-party dependencies
- Provide appropriate licensing terms
Seller Obligations
Timely Delivery
Deliver projects within agreed timeframes
Support
Provide reasonable post-sale support
Quality Assurance
Ensure code quality and functionality
Buyer Terms
Purchase Process
Due Diligence
- Review project descriptions carefully
- Ask questions before purchasing
- Verify seller reputation and history
- Understand licensing and usage rights
Payment Security
- Secure escrow payment system
- Buyer protection for qualified disputes
- Encrypted payment processing
- Transaction history and receipts
Buyer Rights & Responsibilities
Your Rights
- Receive complete project as described
- Request refund for legitimate issues
- Report problematic sellers
Your Responsibilities
- Respect intellectual property rights
- Use projects according to license terms
- Provide honest feedback and reviews
Contact & Legal
Ready to Start?
Join thousands of developers buying and selling amazing side projects.