User Agreement • Georgian Legislation

Terms & Conditions

Governed by the Civil Code of Georgia, the Law on Electronic Commerce, and the Law on Consumer Rights Protection.

Platform Role

Planto.ge connects buyers, sellers, and gardeners directly without holding your funds.

Clear Segregation

Commercial sales live in the Marketplace; cashless swaps and free gifts belong in the ISO Hub.

Legal Flora Only

Endangered Red List species and controlled/prohibited plants are strictly forbidden.

1Platform Legal Status & Registration

1.1. Under the Law of Georgia on Electronic Commerce, Planto.ge operates as an intermediary hosting platform connecting individuals, plant shops, nurseries, and gardening professionals.

1.2. Account registration and commercial transactions are open to individuals aged 18 or older. Users are responsible for maintaining account security and accurate contact details.

2Listing Rules & Section Segregation

To maintain clarity for all users, Planto.ge enforces strict section rules:

  • Marketplace (/listings): Strictly for commercial sales (fixed or negotiable price).
  • Swap & Giveaways (/iso): Exclusively for non-commercial plant swaps and free community giveaways.
  • Gardening Services (/services): Providers must state transparent starting rates, service areas, and scope of work.

3Prohibited Flora & Restricted Items

In accordance with Georgian law, the following are strictly prohibited on Planto.ge:

  • Wild-harvested or endangered species protected under the Red List of Georgia.
  • Narcotic, psychoactive, or controlled plants, seeds, or spores prohibited under Georgian law.
  • Unregistered or banned toxic pesticides and hazardous agrochemicals.
  • Using stolen stock photos to misrepresent actual plant condition or variegation.

4Consumer Rights, Returns & Live Plant Provisions

4.1. Peer-to-peer (C2C) transactions are governed by the Civil Code of Georgia. Buyers should inspect plant health, roots, and foliage upon handover.

4.2. Purchases from commercial shops (B2C) are governed by the Law of Georgia on Consumer Rights Protection. Under Article 14, the 14-day unconditional withdrawal right does not apply to perishable goods such as live plants and fresh cuttings (unless delivered damaged or materially different from description), whereas non-living supplies (pots, tools, grow lights) remain eligible.

5Gardening Services & AI Feature Disclaimer

5.1. Specialists listed in Gardening Services (/services) act as independent contractors responsible for their own work quality and safety.

5.2. AI plant identification, care schedules, and pet toxicity indicators are provided for informational guidance only and do not substitute veterinary or professional botanical advice.

6Paid Tiers (PRO / VIP) & Notice-and-Takedown

6.1. Standard listings are free. Optional VIP Boost and Pro Shop plans are detailed on /pricing. Activated digital promotions are non-refundable except in verified technical errors.

6.2. To report unlawful listings or copyright violations, use the Report button on any listing or email info@planto.ge. Reports are reviewed within 24 hours.

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