Platform legal terms

ReBattery Platform Terms & Conditions

These platform-level terms govern use of ReBattery by business users. Version 3.2; last updated May 2026.

These Terms govern your use of the ReBattery Platform. They do not govern individual transactions — those are covered by the applicable Transaction Terms, including the Service Agreement (Recycling). If you are a Verified Recycler, you are also bound by the Recycler Partner Addendum, which supplements these Terms.

1. Definitions

In these Terms, the following words have these meanings:

"Affiliate" means any entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a User, where "control" means ownership of more than 50% of voting rights or the ability to direct management.

"Applicable Laws" means all laws, regulations, and codes of practice in force, including environmental, waste management, health and safety, data protection, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, sanctions, and export control legislation.

"Batteries" means end-of-life lithium-ion batteries, cells, packs, modules, casings, and related components.

"Buyer" means a registered User seeking to purchase Batteries or provide recycling services through the Platform. In the context of a recycling transaction, a Buyer is referred to as the "Contractor."

"Confidential Information" means all non-public information disclosed by one party to the other, including business information, pricing, User details, and Platform data.

"Listing" means the information provided by a Seller on the Platform regarding Batteries available for sale, recycling, or both.

"Offer" means a binding offer submitted by a Buyer through the Platform to purchase Batteries from a Seller at a specified price and on the terms of the applicable Transaction Terms.

"Quote" means a binding offer submitted by a Contractor through the Platform to provide collection and recycling services in respect of a Seller's Listing at a specified price and on the terms of the applicable Transaction Terms.

"Listing Data" means specifications provided in a Listing, including brand, model, chemistry, condition, weight, capacity, quantity, location, and documentation.

"Platform" means ReBattery's online marketplace and services at rebattery.io.

"Purchase Contract" means the binding contract between Buyer and Seller formed when an Offer or Quote is accepted, governed by the applicable Transaction Terms.

"ReBattery" means ReBattery Ltd, registered in England and Wales (company number 15961261), Suite A, 82 James Carter Road, Mildenhall, IP28 7DE.

"Recycler Partner Addendum" means the additional terms governing Verified Recyclers' participation on the Platform, as updated from time to time.

"Seller" means a registered User seeking to sell or dispose of Batteries through the Platform. In the context of a recycling transaction, a Seller is referred to as the "Company."

"Service Fees" means the fees payable to ReBattery on completed transactions, as set out in Clause 6.

"Transaction Data" means all data generated through the Platform in connection with Listings and transactions, including pricing, volumes, timelines, and outcome data.

"Transaction Terms" means the terms governing individual transactions between Buyers and Sellers, including the Service Agreement (Recycling) and equivalent terms as ReBattery may publish.

"User" means a registered user of the Platform, whether Buyer or Seller.

"Verified Recycler" means a Buyer approved by ReBattery as a qualified recycling partner who has accepted the Recycler Partner Addendum.

"Working Days" means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday in England.

Terminology note. In a recycling transaction, the Seller is the Company and the Buyer is the Contractor or Verified Recycler for the purposes of the applicable Transaction Terms. These terms are used interchangeably across ReBattery's documents and have the same meaning.

2. About ReBattery

2.1 ReBattery provides a digital platform connecting businesses holding end-of-life Batteries with qualified buyers and recycling partners.

2.2 Our services include:

hosting and operating the Platform and marketplace;
enabling Sellers to list Batteries and Buyers to submit Offers or Quotes;
generating Transaction Confirmations and facilitating the conclusion of Purchase Contracts;
processing payments between Buyers and Sellers; and
providing non-binding dispute resolution support.

2.3 Where ReBattery presents Batteries to Verified Recyclers through the Platform, ReBattery will use reasonable endeavours to qualify those Batteries by reviewing available Listing Data and, where practicable, seeking clarification from the Seller before a Quote is invited. This obligation is of reasonable endeavours only; ReBattery does not warrant the accuracy of Listing Data or the physical condition of any Batteries.

2.4 Except where ReBattery acts as principal under the Recycler Partner Addendum, applicable Transaction Terms, or a Transaction Confirmation, ReBattery does not:

own, handle, transport, or take title to any Batteries;
act as agent, waste broker, carrier, or dealer under any waste or environmental legislation;
verify the accuracy of Listing Data or the capabilities of Users; or
guarantee that any transaction will be completed.

2.5 ReBattery may update the Platform, its features, and these Terms from time to time. Where changes are material, ReBattery will notify Users by email, Platform notice, or requiring in-Platform acceptance. Continued use of the Platform after notice constitutes acceptance. If you do not agree to updated Terms, you must stop using the Platform.

2.6 Waste broker statutory characterisation. Nothing in these Terms prevents ReBattery from complying with any requirement under Applicable Laws to be identified in waste transfer documentation as a broker, dealer, or arranger for a specific transaction. Such compliance does not make ReBattery responsible for the physical collection, transport, storage, treatment, or recycling of Batteries and does not alter the rights and obligations of the Seller and Buyer under the relevant Purchase Contract.

3. Registration and Accounts

3.1 To use the Platform, you must register for an account and be approved by ReBattery.

3.2 You must be a registered company in accordance with Applicable Laws and located in a jurisdiction listed in the Appendix.

3.3 You represent and warrant that: (a) all information provided during registration and thereafter is accurate, complete, and up to date; (b) you will promptly update your account if anything changes; and (c) neither you, your directors, nor your beneficial owners are designated on any applicable sanctions list.

3.4 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity on your account.

3.5 Each User may have only one account. Accounts are not transferable.

3.6 ReBattery may require additional documentation at any time, including proof of business activity, permits, or insurance.

3.7 You may delete your account at any time by emailing support@rebattery.io. Deletion does not affect obligations under any outstanding Purchase Contracts or under Clause 8.

3.8 Verified Recyclers. If you are approved by ReBattery as a Verified Recycler, you must accept the Recycler Partner Addendum as a condition of your account. The Recycler Partner Addendum supplements these Terms and, in the event of conflict, prevails for matters relating to your participation as a Verified Recycler.

4. Listing Batteries

4.1 Sellers may list Batteries by providing the required Listing Data. Listings are invitations for Buyers to submit Offers or Quotes — they are not binding offers.

4.2 Sellers warrant that:

all Listing Data is accurate and truthful to the best of their knowledge;
they have legal title to the Batteries and authority to sell or dispose of them;
Batteries are in their possession and can be made available within 7 Working Days;
all known damage, defects, thermal events, swelling, leakage, or safety hazards have been disclosed;
any personal data stored in battery management systems has been deleted or anonymised in compliance with UK GDPR; and
they will promptly update the Listing if any information becomes inaccurate.

4.3 ReBattery may remove any Listing without notice if it believes the Listing is inaccurate, misleading, or in breach of these Terms.

5. Transactions

The mechanics of how transactions work — Offers, Quotes, acceptance, collection, payment, inspection, and dispute resolution — are governed by the applicable Transaction Terms. This Clause covers platform-level rules only.

5.1 When a Seller accepts a Buyer's Offer or Quote, a Purchase Contract is formed directly between them, governed by the applicable Transaction Terms. ReBattery is not a party to that contract.

5.2 By using the Platform to list Batteries, submit Offers or Quotes, or accept them, you agree to be bound by the applicable Transaction Terms for any resulting Purchase Contract.

5.3 All payments must be processed through ReBattery's designated payment services. For a transaction in which a Seller or service provider supplies directly to the payer, that payee appoints ReBattery as its limited payment collection agent. Cleared payment received by ReBattery discharges the payer's corresponding payment obligation to that payee.

5.4 ReBattery may pause, postpone, or cancel a transaction if either party fails to provide information reasonably required for completion.

5.5 If there is any conflict between these Terms and the Transaction Terms, the Transaction Terms prevail for matters relating to an individual transaction.

5.6 Payment disbursement mechanics — including the payout release condition, payout holds, provider processing and the identity of the payment or payout provider — are governed by the applicable Transaction Terms. ReBattery maintains an internal transaction ledger that records the full payment, Service Fee, payee payable, adjustments, refunds and payouts separately. This ledger does not represent a separate bank account for each transaction.

5.7 ReBattery may use Stripe or another designated third-party payment or payout provider. Payees provide bank details through the provider's hosted setup where available, and ReBattery does not store raw bank credentials. Each User is responsible for maintaining accurate details. ReBattery is not liable for delay, failure, return, or misdirection caused by incorrect, outdated, or invalid information supplied by a User. Once a matter has been referred to dispute resolution, ReBattery is not obliged to pursue recovery of payment adjustment amounts from one party for the benefit of the other.

6. Service Fees

6.1 Registration and listing on the Platform are free.

6.2 ReBattery charges a Service Fee on each completed transaction. The applicable Service Fee will be clearly communicated at quoting stage and confirmed in the Purchase Contract. Service Fee information must not be disclosed to the other party or any third party.

6.3 The confirmed Service Fee is non-refundable except where a transaction is cancelled through the dispute resolution process.

6.4 ReBattery may amend its standard Service Fee structure on 30 days' written notice. Changes do not affect Offers or Quotes already submitted.

6.5 All sums are exclusive of VAT unless stated otherwise.

7. User Conduct

7.1 You will at all times:

comply with these Terms and all Applicable Laws;
act in good faith, with honesty and integrity;
provide accurate information; and
treat ReBattery staff, partners, and other Users with respect.

7.2 You will not:

use the Platform for any unlawful purpose or engage in deceptive practices;
misrepresent yourself, your business, or any Batteries listed;
attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Platform or its systems;
use the Platform in any way that could damage, disable, or impair it;
reproduce, reverse engineer, or create derivative works from the Platform;
present yourself as a private individual if you are acting in the course of business;
fail to disclose known Battery damage, defects, or safety hazards in a Listing; or
engage in any transaction that would violate applicable sanctions or export control laws.

7.3 Breach of this Clause is a material breach. ReBattery may suspend or terminate your account and take legal action.

8. Platform Exclusivity and Anti-Circumvention

8.1 All transactions originating through the Platform must be completed through the Platform. This is a condition of your account.

8.2 You must not, directly or indirectly: (a) use contacts or information gained through the Platform to arrange or conclude transactions outside it; (b) encourage or induce any User to transact outside the Platform; (c) accept or make payment outside ReBattery's payment services for any transaction initiated through the Platform; or (d) take any action intended to circumvent ReBattery or deprive it of fees or commercial benefit to which it is or may become entitled.

8.3 These obligations extend to your Affiliates and, in the case of Verified Recyclers, to your directors and senior management.

8.4 Breach of this Clause is a material breach incapable of remedy. On breach, ReBattery may: (a) terminate your account immediately without liability to you; (b) permanently exclude you and any Affiliate from the Platform; (c) recover the full Service Fees that would have been due, together with all losses, costs, and damages arising from the breach; and (d) seek injunctive or other equitable relief without needing to demonstrate actual loss, the parties acknowledging that damages alone may not be an adequate remedy.

8.5 The prohibition in Clause 8.2 does not apply where you had a pre-existing commercial relationship with the other User evidenced by at least one completed transaction before either party joined the Platform, provided you notify ReBattery within 5 Working Days of becoming aware of the connection and provide evidence on request.

8.6 If ReBattery has reasonable grounds to believe a breach has occurred, it may withhold payments relating to the relevant transaction(s), provided it notifies you with reasons. If the matter is not resolved within 30 days, it shall be referred to the dispute resolution process. If no breach is established, withheld payments shall be released promptly.

8.7 These obligations continue for 12 months after your account ends.

9. Disclaimers and Liability

9.1 The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. ReBattery does not warrant that the Platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses.

9.2 ReBattery does not guarantee: the accuracy or completeness of any Listing Data or User information; the identity, authority, or creditworthiness of any User; the quality, safety, legality, or availability of any Batteries; or that any Buyer or Seller will perform their obligations under a Purchase Contract.

9.3 Each User is responsible for conducting its own due diligence before entering into any transaction.

9.4 ReBattery's total liability is limited to the Service Fees paid by the claimant in respect of the relevant Listing or, if the claim does not relate to a specific Listing, the total Service Fees paid in the month preceding the claim.

9.5 ReBattery is not liable for: any act or omission of any User; indirect, consequential, or special losses; loss of profits, revenue, business, goodwill, or anticipated savings; or any costs payable by you to third parties.

9.6 Nothing in these Terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

9.7 Where a claim arises between ReBattery and a Verified Recycler in connection with a transaction or their agreement with ReBattery, each party's total aggregate liability is limited to the greater of: (a) the total fees paid or payable between the parties in the 12 months preceding the event giving rise to the claim; or (b) £50,000. For Verified Recycler claims, this Clause and Clause 9.8 apply instead of Clause 9.4 to the extent of any inconsistency.

9.8 For losses arising from environmental damage, contamination, breach of waste legislation, failure to hold required credentials, or failure to provide accurate, complete, or timely waste transfer notes, consignment notes, recycling certificates, or other compliance documentation, a Verified Recycler's liability shall not exceed the greater of: (a) such environmental or pollution liability insurance as the Verified Recycler maintains at the relevant time; and (b) £2,000,000 per event. This is in addition to, and not a substitute for, the general cap in Clause 9.7.

9.9 The caps in Clauses 9.7 and 9.8 do not apply to: (a) breaches of Clause 8 (anti-circumvention); (b) breaches of Clause 11 (confidentiality); or (c) fraud or wilful misconduct by either party. Claims arising from those breaches are uncapped.

10. Indemnification

10.1 You agree to indemnify and hold ReBattery harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: your breach of these Terms; your breach of Applicable Laws; inaccurate or misleading Listing Data or other content you provide; or any third-party claims relating to your sale, purchase, or handling of Batteries.

10.2 Verified Recyclers additionally agree to indemnify ReBattery against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: (a) breach of any Transaction Terms, Purchase Contract, or obligations under the Recycler Partner Addendum; (b) negligence, wilful misconduct, or fraud in the performance of services; (c) failure to provide accurate, complete, and timely waste transfer notes, consignment notes, recycling certificates, or other compliance documentation required under Applicable Laws or any upstream client agreement; (d) environmental damage or contamination caused by their handling, transport, storage, treatment, or disposal of Batteries; (e) failure to hold or maintain required credentials, permits, or licences; (f) regulatory penalties, enforcement action, remediation costs, or third-party claims arising from their operations; or (g) any liability ReBattery incurs to an upstream client under a Principal Transaction arising from the Verified Recycler's acts or omissions, including damages, service credits, penalties, and reasonable legal costs payable to that upstream client.

11. Confidentiality

11.1 Each party will keep the other's Confidential Information confidential and use it only for purposes of these Terms.

11.2 Disclosure is permitted to employees, advisers, and subcontractors with a need to know, subject to equivalent confidentiality obligations; as required by law or court order; or with the other party's written consent.

11.3 This Clause does not apply to information that is publicly available, was already known to the receiving party, or was received from a third party without restriction.

11.4 Confidentiality obligations survive termination of these Terms for five years, and indefinitely in respect of trade secrets, client identities, pricing methodologies, Platform data, non-public transaction histories, and information that remains commercially sensitive.

12. Data Protection

12.1 ReBattery processes personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy at https://www.rebattery.io/privacy.

12.2 Each party will comply with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

12.3 By entering into a transaction through the Platform, you consent to ReBattery sharing your business contact details with the relevant counterparty for the purposes of completing the transaction.

13. Transaction Data and Intellectual Property

13.1 By using the Platform, you grant ReBattery a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free licence to use, store, analyse, and process Transaction Data for the purposes of operating and improving the Platform.

13.2 ReBattery owns all anonymised and aggregated data derived from Transaction Data.

13.3 The Platform, its software, design, content, and all associated intellectual property rights are owned by ReBattery.

13.4 You retain ownership of your Listing Data. By submitting Listing Data, you grant ReBattery a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, display, reproduce, and distribute it for the purposes of operating the Platform.

14. Suspension and Termination

14.1 ReBattery may suspend or restrict your account immediately, without liability, if: you breach these Terms or any Applicable Laws; your business ceases, is suspended, or enters insolvency; you provide false or misleading information; there is a risk of unauthorised access to your account; or ReBattery reasonably believes your continued use may create regulatory, safety, operational, reputational, or platform risk. Any suspension is without liability to you, provided ReBattery acts reasonably and in good faith.

14.2 Where ReBattery intends to terminate a User's account for a material breach that is capable of remedy, ReBattery will give 14 days' written notice specifying the breach and what is required to remedy it. If the breach is remedied to ReBattery's reasonable satisfaction within that period, ReBattery will not proceed with termination. This Clause does not apply to breaches of Clause 8 (anti-circumvention), breaches of Clause 11 (confidentiality), fraud, or any breach that ReBattery reasonably considers poses an immediate risk to safety or to the Platform.

14.3 ReBattery will notify you of any suspension and the reasons as soon as reasonably practicable. You may request a review by contacting support@rebattery.io within 10 Working Days.

14.4 You may terminate these Terms at any time by deleting your account under Clause 3.7.

14.5 On termination: (a) any outstanding Purchase Contracts continue until completed; (b) you must provide all documentation required in connection with those contracts; (c) you must pay all outstanding amounts within 5 Working Days; (d) you must cease representing yourself as associated with or approved by ReBattery; and (e) accrued rights and obligations under Clauses 8, 9, 10, 11, and 13 survive termination.

15. General

15.1 Governing law. These Terms are governed by English law. The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.

15.2 Entire agreement. These Terms, together with the applicable Transaction Terms, any Purchase Contract, and (for Verified Recyclers) the Recycler Partner Addendum, constitute the entire agreement between you and ReBattery regarding use of the Platform.

15.3 No partnership or agency. Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship.

15.4 Severability. If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, it is modified to the minimum extent necessary. The remaining provisions continue in full force.

15.5 Waiver. Failure to exercise a right does not waive it.

15.6 Force majeure. Neither party is liable for delays caused by events beyond reasonable control, including acts of God, pandemic, war, government action, or natural disaster.

15.7 Language. English is the sole language for the Platform and all contracts. The English version prevails.

15.8 Notices. Notices via the Platform or registered email addresses. Deemed received 24 hours after sending.

15.9 Third party rights. No third party has rights under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.

15.10 Electronic acceptance. These Terms may be accepted electronically. Electronic acceptance has the same legal effect as a handwritten signature. ReBattery will record each acceptance event capturing: company name, accepting user's name, confirmation of authority to bind, version of terms accepted, timestamp, and IP address and device identifier where technically available. By accepting electronically, you confirm that you have authority to bind your organisation to these Terms.

15.11 Assignment. You may not assign, transfer, or sub-licence your rights or obligations under these Terms without ReBattery's prior written consent. ReBattery may assign these Terms to any group company or to a purchaser of its business or substantially all of its assets without your consent.

16. Dispute Resolution

16.1 The parties will attempt to resolve any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms through good faith negotiation. Either party may initiate this process by giving written notice to the other setting out the nature and details of the dispute. If the dispute is not resolved within 21 days of that notice (or such longer period as the parties agree), either party may refer it to mediation under Clause 16.2.

16.2 Mediation will be conducted in accordance with the CEDR Model Mediation Procedure, with the mediator nominated by CEDR. The costs of mediation are shared equally unless the parties agree otherwise. If the dispute is not resolved within 30 days of mediation commencing, either party may commence court proceedings.

16.3 Nothing in this Clause prevents either party from seeking urgent injunctive or other interim relief from a court at any time.

16.4 The parties will continue to perform their obligations under these Terms during any dispute resolution process.

Appendix — Permitted Jurisdictions

ReBattery services are available to Users with a registered office or place of business in the following countries:

Europe: United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland

North America: Canada, United States

Asia-Pacific: Australia, Japan, South Korea

ReBattery may add or remove jurisdictions at any time by updating this Appendix and notifying affected Users.

Questions? Contact us at support@rebattery.io