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Terms governing the use of hailO services as a Customer, Consignor, or Sender

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions govern the use of services provided by S V SANGHVI TECNO PRIVATE LIMITED ("hailO"). By accessing or using hailO's platform, you ("Customer" / "Consignor" / "Sender") agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Scope of Services

hailO provides transportation of goods by road, logistics facilitation services, and additional services introduced from time to time. hailO reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue services at its sole discretion.

🔔 hailO may refuse or cancel bookings, restrict access, or modify services at any time without prior notice.

3. Customer Responsibility

You represent and warrant that you own or are authorized to transport the goods, goods are lawful and compliant with applicable laws, and all details provided are accurate and complete. You agree to indemnify hailO against any claims arising from incorrect information or unlawful goods.

4. Pricing & Payment

Charges displayed at booking are indicative; final charges may vary. Payment must be made directly to the driver partner / shop partner. hailO is not responsible for payment disputes. Non-payment may result in service suspension or recovery action.

5. Load Assistance

Loading and unloading are NOT included in base freight. Must be requested at booking and charged separately. Load Assist includes only basic manual help — excludes packing/unpacking, assembly/disassembly, and technical handling. hailO is not liable for damage or injury during loading/unloading.

6. Packaging & Special Category Goods

The Customer is solely responsible for proper packaging of all goods. hailO shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from improper packaging, nature of goods, or normal transit handling.

⚠️ Perishable & Sensitive Goods — Transported Entirely at Customer's Risk

  • Groceries, food items, restaurant or cooked food
  • Ice cream, frozen goods, cold beverages
  • Cakes, bakery products, flowers
  • Pharmaceutical, medical, or temperature-sensitive items
  • Any consumable or perishable goods

hailO shall under no circumstances be responsible for spoilage, melting, leakage, breakage, expiry, or any change in quality — irrespective of cause.

7. Restricted & Prohibited Items

The Customer shall NOT transport:

🚫 Illegal Items

  • Narcotics, drugs, psychotropic substances
  • Smuggled or stolen goods; counterfeit products

🚫 Hazardous Goods

  • Explosives, fireworks, flammable liquids, gas cylinders
  • Toxic, corrosive, or radioactive materials

🚫 Weapons & High-Value Items

  • Firearms, ammunition, restricted weapons
  • Cash, currency, jewellery, important documents

🚫 Others

  • Animals, human remains, pornographic material, gambling devices
  • Alcohol/tobacco where restricted

Violation results in full customer liability and possible reporting to authorities.

8. Liability & Claims

hailO shall only be responsible for loss or damage proven to be caused solely due to its gross negligence. Claims must be raised within 24 hours of delivery with photos, description, and proof. Late or incomplete claims may be rejected. hailO's decision shall be final and binding.

9. Delivery & Delays

All delivery timelines are estimates. hailO is not responsible for delays caused by traffic, weather, government restrictions, operational issues, or force majeure. hailO does not guarantee vehicle availability, timely pickup, condition of goods upon delivery, or continuous service.

10. Cancellation, Non-Payment & Lien

Cancellation after vehicle allocation may attract charges. hailO reserves the right to retain goods for unpaid dues, charge storage fees, and dispose goods if unclaimed. If delivery fails (incorrect address, unavailability, refusal), goods may be returned at additional cost.

11. Platform Disclaimer

hailO operates strictly as a technology platform connecting Customers with independent driver partners and shop partners. hailO does not own vehicles, employ drivers, or guarantee performance by driver partners. hailO shall not be liable for acts, omissions, or negligence of driver partners.

12. Driver Conduct Disclaimer

hailO is not responsible for conduct of driver partners, personal disputes between Customer and driver, or informal agreements made outside the platform. Where payment is made directly to the driver, hailO is not responsible for overpayment or fraud.

13. Indemnity

Customer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless hailO against all legal claims, damages, penalties, and losses arising from violation of these Terms, illegal goods, misdeclaration, or non-compliance with laws.

14. Governing Law & Modifications

Governed by the laws of India. Courts at Kolhapur, Maharashtra shall have exclusive jurisdiction. hailO reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

15. Contact Details

S V SANGHVI TECNO PRIVATE LIMITED (hailO)
SH NO 1509 C WARD, LAXMIPURI, MUNISUVRAT PLAZA, Kolhapur – 416002
📧 info@hail.co.in
⏰ Monday to Saturday (10 AM – 7 PM)