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This clause allocates financial risk to users by severing the refund mechanism from post performance or service delivery outcomes. It establishes that fee collection occurs independent of whether the posted content remains accessible or functions as intended.
Users who pay posting fees retain no entitlement to refunds if Craigslist exercises moderation authority over the posted content, including removal or repositioning. The fee obligation persists regardless of whether the post reaches its intended audience or remains live on the platform.
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This clause allocates financial risk to users by severing the refund mechanism from post performance or service delivery outcomes. It establishes that fee collection occurs independent of whether the posted content remains accessible or functions as intended.
Users who pay posting fees retain no entitlement to refunds if Craigslist exercises moderation authority over the posted content, including removal or repositioning. The fee obligation persists regardless of whether the post reaches its intended audience or remains live on the platform.
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