Terms of Service

    Shul Auction - A FinMarketMinds LLC Product

    Last updated: 10/19/2026

    1. Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing and using Shul Auction, operated by FinMarketMinds LLC, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

    2. Description of Service

    Shul Auction is an online auction platform designed for synagogue communities to conduct fundraising auctions. The service allows users to:

    • Create accounts and participate in auctions
    • Place bids on auction items
    • Receive notifications about auction activity
    • Manage their bidding preferences

    3. User Accounts and Registration

    • You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
    • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
    • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
    • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

    4. Auction Rules and Bidding

    Bidding Process

    • All bids are binding commitments to purchase
    • Bids cannot be withdrawn once placed
    • The highest bid at auction close wins the item
    • Payment arrangements are determined by the organizing synagogue

    User Conduct

    • Users must bid in good faith with intention to honor commitments
    • No automated bidding or bid manipulation is allowed
    • Users must not interfere with other users' participation

    5. Communication Preferences

    Email Notifications

    By consenting to email communications, you agree to receive:

    • Auction updates and announcements
    • Outbid notifications
    • Account-related communications

    SMS Notifications

    By consenting to SMS communications, you agree to:

    • Receive text messages at the provided phone number
    • Standard message and data rates apply
    • You can opt out by replying STOP at any time

    6. Prohibited Uses

    You may not use our service:

    • For any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to unlawful acts
    • To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances
    • To infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others
    • To harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate
    • To submit false or misleading information

    7. Disclaimer of Warranties

    The service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. FinMarketMinds LLC makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the service or the information, content, materials, or products included on this service.

    8. Limitation of Liability

    FinMarketMinds LLC will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of this service, including, but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

    9. Privacy Policy

    Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

    10. Changes to Terms

    We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms of Service on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

    11. Governing Law

    These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where FinMarketMinds LLC is incorporated, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

    12. Contact Information

    Shul Auction

    A FinMarketMinds LLC Product

    For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

    • Email: support@shulauction.com