Terms & Conditions
Last updated: November 2025
Welcome to Swapery.
These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Swapery’s website, products, technologies, and services. By using our website or purchasing Swapery products, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms.
These Terms are drafted in alignment with international consumer law principles and apply to all users in Qatar and worldwide.
1. Definitions
For the purpose of these Terms:
"Swapery" / "Company" refers to Swapery, headquartered in Qatar.
"Website" refers to www.theswapery.com and all related pages.
"Products" refers to all physical hardware developed by Swapery, including the Swapery Station, Swapery Battery, Swapery Case, accessories, and any future inventions.
"Intellectual Property (IP)" refers to all patents, trademarks, designs, and technologies created or registered by Swapery.
"User" / "Customer" refers to any individual purchasing or using Swapery products or browsing the Website.
2. Acknowledgment & Acceptance
By using our Website or purchasing any Swapery product, you agree to:
These Terms & Conditions
Our Privacy Policy
Applicable local and international regulations related to electronic devices and battery products
If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
3. Patented Technology & Intellectual Property Rights
Swapery products incorporate patented designs, mechanisms, and battery swapping systems.
All intellectual property including trademarks, logos, product concepts, hardware designs, electronics, firmware, and mechanical systems is owned exclusively by Swapery.
3.1. Patent Protection
Swapery’s battery auto-swapping system and related hardware are protected under:
National patent registrations (Qatar)
International patent filings (via PCT or direct filings)
US Patent Office
Any attempt to replicate, reverse engineer, manufacture, distribute, or create derivative products is strictly prohibited and may result in civil and criminal penalties under international IP law.
3.2. Usage Restrictions
You may not:
Reverse engineer any product
Disassemble internal components
Copy or imitate product architecture
Create products relying on Swapery mechanisms
4. Product Description & Intended Use
Swapery products are designed as consumer electronic accessories for mobile devices.
Products include:
Swapery Station (auto battery-swapping system)
Swapery Battery (lithium-ion battery)
Swapery Case
Magnetic accessories
Intended Use
Products must only be used:
For charging mobile devices
With compatible phones and accessories
With official Swapery hardware
Any unauthorized use voids warranty and may cause safety risks.
5. Battery Handling & Safety (Critical Section)
Swapery uses advanced lithium-ion technology. By using these products, you agree to comply with international safety standards.
5.1. Battery Safety Requirements
Customers must:
Keep batteries away from heat sources above 45°C
Avoid puncturing, crushing, or bending the battery
Keep away from water and humidity
Stop using the battery immediately if it swells, leaks, or overheats
Only charge using official Swapery systems
Keep batteries away from children
5.2. Prohibited Uses
The following are strictly prohibited:
Opening or modifying the battery
Using damaged batteries
Charging the battery near flammable materials
Using counterfeit or third-party batteries
5.3. Customer Responsibility
Swapery is not responsible for:
Injuries resulting from unsafe handling
Fire, damage, or loss caused by unauthorized use
Third-party chargers or accessories used with Swapery hardware
6. Device Compatibility
Swapery products use magnetic systems (MagSafe style) and may not be compatible with all devices. Swapery also provides, with the full set package, a magnetic ring that can be used for devices which are not compatible with Swapery’s magnetic system.
Swapery is not responsible for:
Incompatibility with non-supported devices
Magnetic interference with medical devices including pacemakers
Reduced charging efficiency due to third-party cases
7. Warranty Policy
Swapery provides a limited global warranty covering manufacturing defects only.
7.1. Warranty Duration
Swapery Electronics: 6 months
Swapery Batteries: 12 months
7.2. Warranty Covers
Internal electronic failure
Manufacturing defects
Malfunction of auto-swap mechanism (if proven a factory defect)
7.3. Warranty Does Not Cover
Scratches, wear and tear
Water damage
Third-party accessories
Drops, impact, physical damage
Using non-Swapery batteries
Device incompatibility
Any modification or tampering
Warranty may require sending the product to Qatar or an authorized center.
8. Returns & Refunds
Swapery allows returns aligned with international consumer protection rules.
8.1. Conditions for Return
Product must be unused and in original sealed packaging
Returned within the return window (7–14 days depending on your country)
All accessories included
8.2. Non-returnable Items
Used batteries
Products damaged after delivery
Products missing parts
Clearance or promotional items
8.3. Refund Processing
Refunds may take 5–15 business days depending on bank/payment provider.
Shipping fees are non-refundable unless legally required.
9. Orders, Pricing & Payments
Customers agree to:
Provide accurate billing information
Use valid payment methods
Pay all applicable taxes, duties, and customs fees
Prices may change without prior notice.
10. Shipping, Delivery & Risk of Loss
Swapery ships globally.
10.1. Delivery
Delivery times vary based on region, customs, and logistics.
10.2. Risk of Loss
Risk transfers to the customer when:
The order is handed to the shipping carrier (for international orders)
The order is delivered to the customer address (within Qatar)
Swapery is not responsible for:
Delays caused by courier companies
Customs clearance delays
Lost or stolen packages after delivery
11. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, Swapery is not liable for:
Indirect or consequential damages
Loss of profits or data
Device damage caused by improper use
Battery incidents due to non-compliance
Damage due to third-party accessories
Swapery’s total liability is limited to the product’s purchase price.
12. User Conduct & Misuse Disclaimer
Users agree not to:
Abuse the product
Tamper with internal parts
Circumvent safety features
Use third-party components not certified by Swapery
Perform unauthorized repairs
Swapery will not be responsible for damages arising from misuse.
13. Maintenance & Care
To maintain product performance:
Clean the device using only the provided brush or a soft cloth
Do not use water or chemicals
Avoid exposure to dust, sand, extreme heat, or moisture
Improper maintenance voids warranty.
14. Intellectual Property & Patents
All content, patents, designs, software, technologies, packaging, and product architecture are the sole property of Swapery.
Any reproduction or copying, in whole or in part, is strictly forbidden.
15. Privacy & Data Protection
If you submit personal data, it will be processed according to:
Qatar’s data protection laws
International privacy regulations (GDPR principles)
Swapery does not sell or rent user data.
16. International Compliance
Users are responsible for complying with:
Local import regulations
Battery shipment laws
Electronic device certifications in their region
Swapery complies with:
Gulf product safety guidelines
IEC standards for electronics
International battery handling requirements
Certified by the following:
Battery: UL, FCC, CE, EU, UN38.3, CB
Battery case: FCC, CE, ROHS
Battery swapping station: FCC, CE, ROHS
17. Changes to Terms
Swapery may update these Terms at any time.
Continued use of the Website means acceptance of any changes.
18. Contact Information
For inquiries, warranty claims, or support, please contact us at:
General inquiries: hello@theswapery.com
Product and technical support: support@theswapery.com
Warranty & returns: warranty@theswapery.com
These email addresses may be updated from time to time on our Website.
