Connection Service Model
Last Updated: October 03, 2025
Important Notice: ParknStore operates as a connection service only. We connect space owners with potential renters but do not process payments, facilitate bookings, or charge any fees during this phase.
1. Nature of Our Service
ParknStore is a connection platform that connects space owners ("Hosts") with individuals seeking parking or storage solutions ("Seekers"). We provide a directory service where:
- For Seekers: Browse listings and contact Hosts directly with no fees
- For Hosts: List your space for free and connect with potential renters
- Direct Arrangements: All rental agreements, payments, and arrangements are made directly between Hosts and Seekers
2. No Fees During This Phase
During our current service phase:
- Free Listings: Hosts can list their spaces at no cost
- Free Connections: No fees for connecting with potential renters
- No Success Fees: We don't charge commissions on rental income
- Free for Seekers: Seekers can browse and contact Hosts without any fees
3. Platform as Connector Only
ParknStore serves as an introduction service only. We are not involved in:
- Payment processing between parties
- Rental agreement creation or enforcement
- Dispute resolution between Hosts and Seekers
- Insurance or liability coverage
- Refunds or financial transactions
4. User-to-User Transactions
All financial transactions, rental agreements, and arrangements are solely between Hosts and Seekers. ParknStore recommends that both parties:
- Create written rental agreements
- Verify each other's identities
- Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
- Follow local regulations and bylaws
Hot Wheel Event
Connection Service Phase: ParknStore is currently operating as a connection service only. During this period, including the Hot Wheel event, we facilitate connections between space owners and renters without any fees.
Current Service Model
During our connection service phase:
- No Fees: Hosts receive connections at no cost
- Direct Communication: Users communicate and arrange rentals directly
- No Payment Processing: We do not handle any financial transactions
- User-Managed Arrangements: All rental terms and payments are managed between users
Service Limitations
As a connection service only:
- No Refunds: We do not process payments, therefore we do not offer refunds
- No Dispute Resolution: Any issues between users must be resolved directly
- No Guarantees: We do not guarantee the quality, safety, or availability of spaces
- User Responsibility: Users are responsible for their own due diligence
Important: Your participation in the Hot Wheel event acknowledges that ParknStore serves only as a connection service. All rental arrangements, payments, and dispute resolution are handled directly between space owners and renters.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to ParknStore! These Terms of Service govern your use of our connection platform connecting space owners ("Hosts") with those seeking parking and storage solutions ("Seekers").
By accessing or using ParknStore.co.nz, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access our platform.
2. Definitions
- ParknStore: The ParknStore.co.nz platform, operated as a connection service.
- Host: A person or entity listing a parking or storage space on the ParknStore platform.
- Seeker: A person or entity searching for parking or storage spaces through the ParknStore platform.
- Connection: The facilitation of contact between a Seeker and a Host through the ParknStore platform.
- Space: The specified parking or storage area at the Host's property.
- Listing: A Host's advertisement for their space on the ParknStore platform.
3. Platform Role
ParknStore acts exclusively as a connection service. We provide a platform for Hosts to list their spaces and for Seekers to find and contact Hosts. We are not involved in the subsequent rental arrangements between users.
Connection Service Only: ParknStore facilitates introductions but does not process payments, create rental agreements, act as an intermediary in user transactions, or charge any fees for connections during this phase.
What We Do
- Provide a platform for Hosts to create listings
- Allow Seekers to search for and view available spaces
- Facilitate initial contact between Hosts and Seekers
- Provide connection services at no cost during this phase
What We Don't Do
- Process payments between users
- Create or enforce rental agreements
- Provide insurance or guarantee space availability
- Resolve disputes between users
- Offer refunds or handle financial transactions
4. User Responsibilities
Host Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate and truthful descriptions of Spaces
- Ensure Spaces are safe, legal to rent, and comply with all local regulations
- Maintain appropriate insurance for their property
- Respond promptly to Seeker inquiries
- Handle all rental arrangements and payments directly with Seekers
- Resolve any disputes directly with Seekers
Seeker Responsibilities:
- Verify that Spaces meet their needs before contacting Hosts
- Use Spaces only for lawful purposes
- Maintain insurance for stored vehicles or items
- Make all payments directly to Hosts according to mutually agreed terms
- Conduct due diligence on Hosts and spaces before entering agreements
- Resolve any disputes directly with Hosts
Important: ParknStore does not verify the identity, reliability, or suitability of users. All interactions and agreements between Hosts and Seekers are at their own risk.
5. Prohibited Items & Activities
Prohibited Storage Items
Hosts should prohibit and Seekers should not store the following items:
- Weapons, firearms, ammunition, explosives
- Hazardous, toxic, or flammable materials
- Live animals or plants
- Perishable food items
- Illegal or stolen goods
- Items that would void Host's insurance
Prohibited Platform Use
- Creating fake or misleading listings
- Harassing other users
- Using the platform for illegal activities
- Attempting to circumvent the connection service
Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate termination of your account.
6. Listing Management
Listing Creation and Maintenance
Hosts are responsible for maintaining accurate and current listings. ParknStore may remove listings that are inaccurate, inactive, or violate our policies.
Connection Service
A connection is established when a Seeker submits a complete contact form through our platform. ParknStore facilitates this connection but is not responsible for the outcome.
No Refund Policy
As ParknStore does not process payments between users, we do not offer refunds. Any financial disputes must be resolved directly between the Host and Seeker involved.
Account Termination
ParknStore reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent activity.
7. Liability Limitations
No Warranty or Guarantee
ParknStore provides the platform on an "as-is" basis. We do not warrant that connections will result in successful rentals or that users will find the platform meets their expectations.
Limited Platform Liability
ParknStore's liability is limited to providing connection services only. We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from user interactions.
User-to-User Transactions
ParknStore is not responsible for disputes, damages, or issues arising from arrangements between Hosts and Seekers. Users interact at their own risk.
Users are encouraged to obtain appropriate insurance and conduct due diligence before entering into rental agreements.
8. Dispute Resolution
User Disputes
Disputes between users must be resolved directly between the parties involved. ParknStore is not obligated to mediate disputes and does not provide dispute resolution services.
Platform Disputes
Any disputes with ParknStore will be resolved through binding arbitration in Auckland, New Zealand, rather than in court.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand.
9. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated to users via email or platform notifications. Continued use of ParknStore after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
Users are responsible for reviewing these Terms periodically for changes.