Payment Terms for SuperShow Agricultural Society Online Payment Transactions

1. Payment Processing:

   • All payments for agricultural show entries and trade applications made through the website will be processed securely via Stripe, our third-party payment provider.
   • Stripe accepts a variety of payment methods, including major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) and debit cards.
   • Payments are processed in [currency], and any applicable fees, taxes, or charges will be displayed during the checkout process.

2. Payment Deadlines:

   • Full payment must be made at the time of submission of entry forms or trade applications.
   • Entries or trade applications without completed payment will not be accepted or confirmed until the transaction is fully processed.
   • All payments must be completed by the deadline set for entries or applications. Late submissions will be subject to additional fees if accepted.

3. Payment Confirmation:

   • Upon successful payment, an automated email confirmation will be sent to the email address provided during the registration process.
   • This confirmation will include a summary of the payment, including the amount charged, transaction ID, and details of the entry or application submitted.

4. Refund Policy:

   • Show Entries: Entry fees are non-refundable unless the event is canceled by the organizers. In such a case, participants will be notified, and refunds will be processed within 14 business days.
   • Trade Exhibitor Applications: Trade exhibitors canceling 30 days or more before the event will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made less than 30 days before the event are non-refundable.
   • In the event of a refund, Stripe's transaction fees (if applicable) may not be refunded, depending on Stripe's policies.

5. Failed Payments:

   • If a payment fails due to insufficient funds, incorrect payment details, or other issues, the system will notify you, and your entry or application will be placed on hold until payment is successfully processed.
   • Participants are responsible for ensuring that their payment details are correct and that they have sufficient funds to complete the transaction.

6. Currency and Conversion Fees:

   • All payments are processed in [currency]. If you are making a payment from a foreign currency, your bank or payment provider may apply currency conversion fees or charges. The show organizers are not responsible for any additional fees incurred during the conversion process.

7. Security and Data Protection:

   • All transactions are encrypted and securely processed through Stripe's payment gateway. The website does not store any sensitive payment information such as credit card details.
   • Stripe complies with the highest security standards and is certified as PCI-DSS compliant to ensure your payment data is handled securely.

8. Disputes and Chargebacks:

   • If you believe there has been an error with your payment or an unauthorized transaction, please contact us immediately at [support email] to resolve the issue.
   • Any disputes or chargebacks initiated through your payment provider may result in the suspension of your entry or application until the matter is resolved.

9. Amendments to Payment Terms:

   • The agricultural show organizers reserve the right to amend these payment terms as needed. Any changes to the terms will be reflected on the website, and continued use of the payment system will indicate acceptance of any updated terms.

By proceeding with the payment, you agree to these terms and conditions for online entries and trade applications using Stripe.