Effective Date: 25 November 2025
1. Introduction
1.1 Scope
These Terms and Conditions (« Terms ») govern your access to and use of www.dubaimadame.com, its sub-domains, mobile sites, and applications (the « Platform ») operated by The French Link FZE, a Free Zone Establishment registered in Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone:
- Licence No. 4307849.01
- TRN 104089767800003
- Address: Business Centre, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, P.O. Box 73920, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
1.2 Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using the Platform, creating an account, or purchasing services/products or advertising campaigns, you agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any referenced policies (collectively, the « Agreement »).
If you do not accept these terms, please do not use the Platform.
1.3 Audience
The Platform is intended for natural persons aged 18 years or older with legal capacity under UAE law.
2. Our Role: Intermediary Platform
2.1 Business Model
The French Link operates the Platform as a marketplace enabling independent third-party companies (« Sellers ») to promote and sell their own services and products to users (« Customers »).
2.2 Who Provides the Services?
The French Link is not a seller:
- We do not own, create, or supply services/products
- All services and products are supplied exclusively by Sellers
- We are never the seller of record
2.3 Contractual Relationship
When you purchase via the Platform:
- Your contract is directly with the Seller, not The French Link
- The French Link only facilitates:
- Payment collection (via payment links)
- Transmission of your details to Seller for fulfillment
2.4 Seller Responsibilities
Sellers are solely responsible for:
- Service/product quality and availability
- Delivery and customer service
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Claims and disputes
2.5 No Partnership
The French Link is not agent, partner, or representative of Sellers. No partnership or employment relationship is created.
3. Platform Use and User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
- Some features require account creation
- You must provide accurate and up-to-date information
- You are responsible for keeping credentials confidential
- You must notify us immediately of unauthorized use
3.2 Account Responsibility
- You are responsible for all activity on your account
- You agree to notify us of unauthorized access
- We may suspend accounts for violations
3.3 Prohibitions
You must not:
- Use the Platform for illegal purposes
- Interfere with Platform operation or security
- Copy content without consent
- Use automated access (scraping, bots) without permission
- Violate others’ rights
3A. Advertising and Media Services
3A.1 Services Offered
The French Link sells advertising and promotional media campaigns on DubaiMadame.com and other digital channels (« Media Services »).
3A.2 Independent Contracts
Media Services contracts are directly between you and The French Link, governed by separate agreements.
3A.3 Service Characteristics
- Campaign scope, content, pricing, and delivery agreed separately
- Services provided with reasonable skill
- No guaranteed results or ROI unless expressly agreed
3A.4 Your Warranties
You warrant that:
- Your advertising materials do not infringe third-party rights
- Your content complies with applicable laws
3A.5 Indemnity
You indemnify us against claims arising from breach of warranties or your Media Services use.
3A.6 Content Rejection
The French Link may reject/remove:
- Illegal or offensive content
- Misleading or non-compliant content
- Without liability
3A.7 Non-Refundable
Media Services fees are non-refundable unless otherwise agreed.
4. Offers, Pricing, and Information
4.1 Descriptions and Prices
- Descriptions and prices provided by Sellers
- The French Link does not guarantee accuracy or completeness
4.2 Offer Changes
- Sellers may change/withdraw offers anytime before purchase confirmation
- No liability for changes
4.3 Your Responsibility
- You must review all offer conditions before purchase
- We recommend careful reading of details
4.4 Images and Illustrations
- Images are illustrative
- Actual services/products may vary but must match essential description
5. Booking, Payment, and Contract Formation
5.1 Your Purchase
- Your purchase is a contract directly with the Seller
- The French Link processes payment as intermediary
5.2 Confirmation
- Successful payment and receipt of confirmation confirm purchase
5.3 Sharing Your Data
- Your contact details are shared with the Seller to execute your order
5.4 Payment Processing
- Payments are processed by third-party providers
- The French Link does not store your complete payment details
5.5 Your Responsibility
- You are responsible for accuracy of payment information
- You guarantee availability of funds
6. Service Performance and Delivery
6.1 Seller Responsibility
- Sellers alone perform services and comply with laws
- They provide customer service and support
6.2 Our Limitations
- The French Link does not guarantee service/product quality or availability
- We do not control Seller performance
6.3 Non-Refund for Use
- If you fail to comply with Seller policies, service/product may be deemed used
- No refund will be provided
7. Cancellations, Changes, and Refunds
7.1 Seller-Governed Policies
- Cancellation and refund policies are set by Sellers
7.2 Non-Refundable by Default
- Purchases are generally non-refundable, non-exchangeable, and non-transferable
- Except as stated in offer or required by law
7.3 Claims
- For Seller failure, your remedy is against the Seller
- The French Link may facilitate but assumes no obligation
7.4 Goodwill Refunds
- Any goodwill refund does not establish our liability or obligation
8. Complaints and Disputes
8.1 Procedure
- Direct complaints first to the Seller
8.2 Our Role
- The French Link may facilitate discussions
- We are not responsible for dispute resolution
8.3 Jurisdiction
- Legal claims are against Sellers
- Except where law prohibits
9. User Content and Reviews
9.1 Your Responsibility
- You are fully responsible for content you submit
9.2 Restrictions
Content must not be:
- Illegal
- Offensive or abusive
- Defamatory or threatening
9.3 Our Rights
By submitting content, you grant us a broad license to use it for:
- Operating the Platform
- Promoting our services
- Public display
The French Link may remove content at its discretion.
10. Intellectual Property
10.1 Platform Ownership
- Platform design and content belong to us or are licensed to us
- Protected by copyright and trademark laws
10.2 Authorized Use
- Personal and non-commercial use only
- Copying or distribution without consent is prohibited
10.3 Trademarks
- Trademarks belong to us or Sellers
- No trademark rights granted by use
11. Data Protection and Privacy
11.1 Data Collection
The French Link collects, processes, and records personal data necessary to:
- Operate the Platform
- Process orders
- Facilitate payments
- Share data with Sellers
- Send marketing communications
11.2 PDPL Compliance
- Our practices comply with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL)
- Our Privacy Policy explains your rights, data usage, retention, and security
- Review it before using the Platform
11.3 Consent to Data Sharing
By purchasing via the Platform, you expressly consent that The French Link may:
- Collect your personal data (name, contact details, booking, transaction information)
- Share it with the Seller to perform your contract
Each Seller is responsible for its PDPL compliance.
11.4 Security
- We implement administrative, technical, and physical protections
- Against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure
11.5 Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data, subject to legal limits. Contact us via the Platform contact form.
11.6 Your Obligations
- You will not use the Platform to collect/process third-party data in PDPL violation
- Without appropriate consent
12. Limitation of Liability
12.1 Mandatory Exception
Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that UAE law prohibits excluding, namely:
- Death or injury from gross negligence
- Fraud
12.2 Our Limitations (to extent permitted by law)
The French Link does not guarantee and is not responsible for:
- Seller actions (quality, legality, safety of services/products)
- Continuous Platform availability (interruptions, errors, security issues)
- Content accuracy (provided « as-is », without warranty)
- Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, or opportunity
12.3 Liability Cap
Our total liability to you is limited to the amount of fees/commissions actually received from you for that transaction.
13. Indemnification
13.1 Your Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and defend us against:
- Any breach of these Terms or law
- Any abuse or unauthorized Platform use
- Any Seller or third-party claim arising from your acts
14. Third-Party Links
14.1 Our Limitations
The Platform may link to third-party sites/content. The French Link:
- Has no control over these sites
- Does not endorse or approve them
- Assumes no responsibility
Access at your own risk.
15. Force Majeure
15.1 Liability Exception
The French Link is not liable for delays or non-performance due to events beyond our control:
- Natural disasters
- War, terrorism
- Strikes, civil unrest
- Government actions
- Telecommunications/internet failure
16. Amendments to Terms
16.1 Amendment Right
The French Link may update these Terms, including to:
- Reflect legal changes
- Adapt our business model
- Improve the Platform
16.2 Effective Date
- Changes are posted with updated date
- Your continued use implies acceptance
- If you refuse, stop using the Platform
17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
17.1 Governing Law
These Terms and non-contractual obligations are governed by UAE law applied in Dubai, without regard to conflict of law rules.
17.2 Exclusive Jurisdiction
- All disputes are subject to exclusive jurisdiction of Dubai courts, UAE
- DIFC courts excluded
- Without prejudice to your consumer protection rights
18. Contact
18.1 Questions and Assistance
For questions, technical issues, or general requests:
The French Link FZE
Business Centre, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone
P.O. Box 73920, Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Or via the Platform contact form.
Note: For service performance complaints, please contact the Seller directly.
Last Updated: 25 November 2025