Vendor Agreement
This Vendor Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between Merchandise Paradise LLC (“Platform”) and the applying business entity (“Vendor”).
Marketplace Role
Vendor acknowledges that:
- Vendor is the seller of record
- Platform acts solely as a marketplace facilitator
- Platform does not take title to products
Authorization & Product Legitimacy
Vendor represents and warrants that:
- All products are authentic and lawfully sourced
- Vendor has authorization to sell branded products
- No counterfeit or grey-market goods are permitted
Brand-Gated Products
Vendor may not list brand-restricted products (including Apple and Nike) without:
- Verified brand authorization
- Platform approval
- Compliance with brand standards
Payments & Fees
- Payments are processed via Stripe Connect
- Platform deducts agreed fees prior to payout
- Vendor is responsible for taxes unless otherwise stated
Fulfillment & Returns
- Vendor controls fulfillment
- Vendor must meet Platform shipping and return standards
- Vendor bears responsibility for customer service related to products
Compliance & Audits
Platform reserves the right to:
- Audit product listings
- Request authorization documentation
- Suspend or terminate for violations
Indemnification
Vendor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Merchandise Paradise from:
- IP claims
- Consumer claims
- Regulatory violations
Termination
Platform may suspend or terminate immediately for:
- Unauthorized brand sales
- Counterfeit goods
- Stripe policy violations
Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the United States and the Vendor’s operating state.
Acceptance
Vendor agrees to this Agreement via electronic signature.