Damage and Liability Policy

Stoorez Damage and Liability Policy

Effective Date: 20-07-2025

Policy Information
Operated by: Stoorez Innovations Private Limited
Website: www.stoorez.com
Registered Office: Isnapur, Hyderabad, Telangana – 502307
1. Purpose

This Damage and Liability Policy ("Policy") describes the responsibilities, limits, and reliefs for all parties in case of property damage, loss, injury, or other liabilities resulting from activity on the Stoorez platform. This applies to both storage and parking and is binding for Hosts, Seekers, and any third-party users.

Stoorez operates an online, app-based platform that facilitates the discovery, booking, agreement, and payment for two main categories:

  • Storage Services: Neighborhood Storage, Small Business Storage, and B2B Storage
  • Parking Services: Neighborhood Parking and Commercial Parking
2. Scope of Policy
  • Applies to all use, bookings, and listings processed through the Stoorez platform.
  • Covers claims regarding damage to property, loss/theft of items, vehicle incidents, and personal injury, excluding those specifically disclaimed or limited by law or platform terms.
3. General Principles
  • Stoorez is a technology facilitator only; it does not own, possess, or control any listed Space.
  • No Host–Seeker action creates a tenancy, warehouse keeper, or bailment relationship.
  • All users are responsible for their own insurance and compliance.
4. Damage Responsibility Matrix
Incident TypeSeeker's ResponsibilityHost's ResponsibilityStoorez's Responsibility
Damage by Seeker to Host spaceFully liable for repair/restorationNotify Stoorez, provide evidencePlatform mediation; not financially liable
Theft/loss from storage spaceLiable if proven direct involvementSecure space, report breach/faultNot responsible; may facilitate dispute
Vehicle damage in parkingLiable if accidental/negligentMust provide a safe/usable spotNo liability except proven platform error
Damage to stored items (fire, flood, pest)At own risk; must insure contentsMust disclose risks, mitigate hazardsNo liability for nature/force majeure
Abandoned property removal damageAt Seeker's risk post lawful noticeRemove/handle per local lawNot liable; mediates if process breached
Bodily injury (on premises)At own risk for misuse/faultSafety/duty of care for listed areasNo liability unless gross negligence
Damage during third-party removal (authority, municipal)At Seeker's risk (property), legal process appliesLegal complianceNot liable
5. Prohibited Claims

Stoorez accepts no liability for:

  • Natural disasters (flood, fire, earthquake, lightning)
  • Riot, civil unrest, governmental/military action
  • Loss or damage due to prohibited items or dishonest declarations
  • Money, securities, data, jewelry, or valuables stored against policy
  • Damage that occurs after overstay or abandonment post termination
6. Requirements for Hosts
  • Must maintain the Space in a safe, habitable, and accessible condition as described in the listing.
  • Must provide true and complete disclosure of known hazards (leaks, pest, structural, electrical).
  • Should promptly inform Stoorez of any post-use damage and support evidence (photos, video, communication logs).
  • May not carry out repairs, disposal, or penalties unless permitted by law/platform or after Stoorez review.
  • Should maintain valid property insurance wherever feasible.
7. Requirements for Seekers
  • Shall use the Space and parking strictly as per agreed use (storage or parking, not habitation, industrial activity, or subleasing).
  • Responsible for any loss, structural damage, soiling, or third-party loss caused by:
    • Mishandling, improper storage, or unsafe parking
    • Use of hazardous/prohibited materials (see Prohibited Items Policy)
  • Required to notify both Host and Stoorez immediately about any incident or possible damage.
  • Required to cooperate in site inspection and repair or restitution process.
8. Reporting and Claim Process

Incident Reporting:

  • Must be reported by Host/Seeker within 48 hours of discovery via support@stoorez.com or platform dispute form.
  • Provide full documentation (photos, receipts, police report if needed).

Initial Review:

  • Stoorez investigates via digital evidence, messages, and call logs.
  • Temporary hold on relevant bookings/payouts may occur during review.

Resolution:

  • If Seeker is found at fault, Host is entitled to recover reasonable actual repair or cleaning costs, up to provable value.
  • In the event of vandalism, theft, or untraceable damage, Hosts must first approach law enforcement (FIR copy shared).
  • Payment/recovery is made via:
    • Deducted from booking (if funds present)
    • Payment demand notice to Seeker
    • Suspension or blacklisting of accounts for non-compliance

Dispute Escalation:

Parties may escalate to arbitration per Stoorez Terms after Stoorez decision.

9. Platform Liability Limit and Insurance
  • Stoorez does NOT insure stored goods, vehicles, or property.
  • All insurance (building or contents) is the sole responsibility of Host and Seeker.
  • Platform liability, even if proven, is capped at ₹8,000 or 3 months' total platform service fees paid by the affected party, whichever is lower.
  • No liability for:
    • Consequential, indirect, or punitive damages
    • Third-party claims (neighbors, society, authorities)
10. Special Cases

Abandonment/Overstay:

If goods/vehicles are left after booking:

  • Hosts follow legal notification process, then may remove/dispose.
  • Any damage in this process is the Seeker's risk post due process.

Multiple Users/Shared Spaces:

In common-access storage/parking, all co-Users indemnify Stoorez and Host from "third-party" damage unless gross neglect is proven.

Authority Seizure:

If property is seized by municipal, police, or court order (for illegal storage/parking), all loss/damage thereafter is Seeker's responsibility.

11. Indemnification

All Users agree to indemnify Stoorez, its officers, and agents against all direct or third-party claims, damages, or legal expenses resulting from:

  • Breach of law or community/society norms
  • Subletting, misuse, or illegal storage/parking
  • Accidents, pollution, or hazardous acts on premises
  • Any government or regulatory penalty resulting from their violation
12. Limitation, Exclusions & No Waiver
  • No waiver: If Stoorez fails to enforce any right, this does not mean future waiver.
  • Any invalid legal provision does not affect the rest of the policy.
  • The above policy is always subject to the latest platform Terms and the laws of India.
  • Stoorez does not accept liability for any loss, damage, penalty, or closure arising from the Host's failure to secure necessary government or society permissions. Hosts indemnify Stoorez against all related costs.
13. Policy Contact and Grievances

All claims and queries must be formally submitted to:

Stoorez Innovations Private Limited
Address: Isnapur, Hyderabad, Telangana – 502307

By using Stoorez, you acknowledge that you accept all limitations, your risk, and these Damage and Liability terms. For details, clarifications, or for sample templates and support, refer to the full Terms & Conditions or write to Stoorez support.