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Listing Rules

Effective Date: June 1, 2025
Contact Email for Support or Violations: Contact@machinecoz.com
Website: www.machinecoz.com 

INTRODUCTION

MachineCoz.com is committed to maintaining a trustworthy, efficient, and professional platform for listing, buying, and selling industrial machinery, equipment, parts, and services. To protect the integrity of our marketplace and ensure user safety, all users must strictly adhere to the listing rules outlined below. 

Failure to comply with these rules may result in the removal of listings, suspension of your account, permanent bans, and/or legal action depending on the severity and recurrence of violations. 

1. GENERAL LISTING RULES 

1.1 Account Requirement: Only registered users with verified email addresses may post listings. 

1.2 Accurate Information: All listing details must be factual, clear, and correspond to the actual item being sold. Misrepresentation or false claims are strictly prohibited. 

1.3 Single Listing Per Item: Posting the same product multiple times under different titles or categories is not allowed. Duplicate listings will be deleted. 

1.4 Language: All listings must be in clear and professional English. Use of slang, inappropriate language, or non-English content is forbidden. 

1.5 No Spam: Irrelevant or promotional content disguised as listings (e.g., affiliate links, irrelevant advertisements) will be removed without warning. 

1.6 Legal Compliance: Listings must comply with international trade laws, import/export regulations, and local laws in both the seller’s and buyer’s countries.

1.7 Adult Content and Restricted Materials: Listings must not contain obscene, pornographic, hateful, defamatory, or violent content. Weaponry, firearms, drugs, and illegal goods are strictly prohibited.

1.8 No Personal or Political Posts: MachineCoz is a B2B and B2C industrial platform. Listings related to politics, religion, activism, or personal opinion pieces are disallowed. 

2. LISTING FORMAT AND CONTENT REQUIREMENTS 

2.1 Titles: Titles must be descriptive and specific (e.g., “2021 Caterpillar D6T XL Dozer – Low Hours” is acceptable; “Great Deal!” is not). 

2.2 Descriptions: Provide comprehensive product descriptions including:   

  • Make, model, year   
  • Condition (New, Used, Reconditioned)
  • Location of the item   
  • Availability status   
  • Warranty/Return policies (if applicable)   
  • Contact details  
  • 2.3 Images:    

  • Must be clear, relevant, and high resolution.   
  • No watermarked images from third-party websites unless you own the rights.   
  • No logos in place of item photos.   
  • No graphic overlays, borders, or promotional banners. 
  • 2.5 Pricing:   

  • Must reflect real, negotiable, or fixed price.   
  • Use the appropriate currency and avoid misleading pricing tactics (e.g., setting the price as “0” for expensive equipment).  
  • 3. CATEGORY-SPECIFIC RULES

    3.1 Heavy Machinery:   

  • Must include detailed specs, year of manufacture, and hours of use.   
  • Include whether maintenance records are available.
  • 3.2 Spare Parts:    

  • Mention part numbers and compatible models.   
  • Indicate if OEM or aftermarket.  
  • 3.3 Services:    

  • Clearly outline the scope, pricing, and terms.   
  • Do not promote unrelated services such as web design, freelancing, or education. 
  • 3.4 Vehicles (Trucks, Cranes, etc.):    

  • Include mileage, engine condition, service history.   
  • Must be commercially or industrially usable. 
  • 3.5 Leasing or Rental Listings:   

  • State rental duration, delivery options, and terms.   
  • Provide your leasing license if required by local law.
  • 4. PROHIBITED ITEMS AND PRACTICES

    4.1 Prohibited Products:   

  • Stolen, counterfeit, or replica products   
  • Hazardous materials or substances   
  • Cryptocurrency-related offerings   
  • Military equipment, arms, ammunition   
  • Software licenses or digital goods not permitted under B2B regulations  
  • 4.2 Prohibited Practices:    

  • Keyword stuffing in titles or descriptions   
  • Posting unrelated or misleading images   
  • Linking to competitor websites or external classified platforms   
  • Circumventing MachineCoz’s payment or contact systems   
  • Offering to transact off-platform 
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    4.3 Third-Party Listings: Do not post items you do not own or have permission to sell. Brokers or agents must declare their status clearly.

    4.4 Misleading Information: Inflated specifications, hidden damages, or false warranty claims will lead to permanent bans. 

    5. USER BEHAVIOR AND CONDUCT 

    5.1 Respectful Communication: All messages between users must remain professional. Harassment, threats, or abuse of any kind will lead to account termination. 

    5.2 Scam Prevention: Users must not:    

  • Request advance payments for non-verifiable listings  
  • Impersonate businesses, brands, or verified dealers   
  • Use fake IDs or create multiple accounts  
  • 5.3 Reporting Violations: Use the “Report Listing” option on each post or email Contact@machinecoz.com to report inappropriate or suspicious listings. 

    6. PREMIUM LISTINGS AND ADVERTISEMENTS

    6.1 Featured Listings:   

  • Must comply with all standard listing rules   
  • Cannot contain promotional exaggerations (e.g., “#1 Best in the World”) 
  • 6.2 Banner Ads and Sponsored Posts:   

  • Must be pre-approved by our advertising team   
  • All ads must lead to relevant landing pages   
  • Ads are reviewed for misleading claims, unauthorized use of third-party brands  
  • 7. ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES 

    7.1 First Offense: A warning will be issued, and the listing may be removed.

    7.2 Second Offense: The listing will be removed, and your account will be suspended for 7 days.

    7.3 Third Offense: Permanent ban from MachineCoz.com. All listings and data will be deleted.

    7.4 Severe Offense: In cases of fraud, IP theft, or law violations, we will notify authorities and take legal action. 

    7.5 Appeals: If you believe your listing was removed in error, contact Contact@machinecoz.com within 7 days. Appeals are reviewed within 5–10 business days.

    8. REVISIONS AND UPDATES 

    MachineCoz.com reserves the right to modify these listing rules at any time. Users will be notified via platform alerts or email. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised rules. 

    Last Updated: June 1, 2025 

    9. SUPPORT AND HELP

    If you need help with your listings or have any questions about our policies:    

  • Email: Contact@machinecoz.com   
  • FAQs: www.machinecoz.com/faqs   
  • Report Issues: Use the “Report Listing” feature on individual ads or email us directly 
  • 10. RELATED DOCUMENTS    


    By posting any listing on MachineCoz.com, you agree to follow these rules strictly and accept full responsibility for any violations.