Terms of Service

Updated August 25, 2026

Welcome to Buenro!

Buenro is a platform designed to transform online connections into real-world encounters. Through our platform, Buenro offers users services to facilitate organizing and joining group-bookings of short-term rentals and hosted events, while easily handling invitations, communication and cost splitting. We believe in fostering genuine connections through shared experiences in real life. The app is accessible only for users 18 and older.

These Terms of Service ("TOS") govern all financial transactions made through the Buenro platform, including bookings, reservations, event ticket purchases, processing payments, and utilizing any promotional credits or discounts. They apply to all users who engage in such transactions on the platform.

These TOS are in addition to, and should be read in conjunction with, our Terms of Use (TOU), which govern the general use of the Buenro platform and apply to all users, regardless of whether they engage in financial transactions.

By initiating or completing a financial transaction on the Buenro platform, you agree to be bound by these TOS, our TOU, and our Privacy Policy.

IF YOU DISAGREE WITH ANY PART OF THESE TERMS, YOU MAY NOT PROCEED WITH ANY FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS WITH BUENRO.

Definition of Terms

"App" or "Platform": Refers to the Buenro mobile application and any Buenro associated websites, services, and content.

"User": Means any individual who accesses or uses the App.

"Content": Includes text, images, videos, audio, and any other materials generated, provided, or displayed on the App.

"Booking": Refers to the reservation of a property or service by a Curator for a private group rental facilitated through the App.

"Property": Refers to any accommodation listed on the App.

"Property Manager": Refers to any User or 3rd Party Provider who lists a Property on the App.

"Guest": Refers to any User who is participating in a group rental of a Property Booked through the App.

"Group": Refers to the Curator and other Guests, including Plus Ones, who are part of a group-rental of a Property that is Booked by the Curator.

"Curator": Refers to a type of Guest for a Booking who agrees to assume full contractual responsibility for organizing and managing the Booking's assigned Group before and during the dates of the contracted Booking. The Curator is the counterparty of the contract with the Property Manager for the specific Booking.

"Inviter": Refers to a type of Guest who has sent an invitation to a Plus One / +1 and agrees to assume full financial responsibility for their portion of the Reservation costs on behalf of themselves and the invited +1 if the invitation is accepted.

"Joining a Group": Refers to when Guests that are not the Curator elect to be added to an existing Booking initiated by a Curator. Joining a Group may entail obligations by the Guests.

"Plus One / +1": Refers to a type of Guest who has received and accepted an invitation to join a Reservation with an Inviter.

"Services": Refers to the features, tools, resources, and content provided by Buenro through its Platform. Buenro acts solely as a facilitation platform and is not the owner, manager, or operator of properties and does not provide rental, accommodation, or hospitality services.

"Third-Party Providers": Refers to external companies or individuals that provide services used by the App (e.g., payment processors, mapping services).

"Reservation": Refers to Users' participation in the group stay rental of a Property, including the payment for their respective share of the cost. Users in the Curator role will have initiated a Booking of the Property, while non-Curator Guests will participate in the group stay by Joining a Group.

"Event": Means any scheduled or planned occurrence, activity, or gathering—whether in-person, virtual, or otherwise—that is made available for attendance, participation, or purchase through the Buenro Platform.

"Event Curator": Refers to any individual or entity that creates, manages, or offers an Event through Buenro, whether the Event is ticketed or non-ticketed, and whether access is provided for a fee or free of charge.

"Event Attendee": Means any individual or entity that registers for, purchases access to, or otherwise participates in an Event offered through the Buenro Platform.

Roles and Responsibilities

Curator

A Curator is a User who takes the lead in organizing and managing a booking for a group. This includes assuming financial and legal responsibility for the booking and ensuring all payments are made in accordance with these Terms of Service.

Financial Responsibilities of the Curator:

Payment Obligation: The Curator is responsible for ensuring the full payment for the Reservation is collected and processed through the Buenro platform and our 3rd party payment processor. This includes their own share of the cost as well as the shares of any other users in the group.

Payment Authorization: By curating a booking, the Curator authorizes Buenro to charge their provided payment method for the total cost of the booking, including their own share and when booking a Full Home, the shares of other group members, in accordance with the payment schedule outlined in these Terms of Service.

Accuracy of Payment Information: The Curator is responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date payment information. Any errors or issues with the payment information may result in delays or cancellation of the booking.

Refunds and Cancellations: The Curator is responsible for understanding and adhering to the cancellation policy associated with the booking. Any refunds or cancellations will be processed in accordance with the Property Manager's policy and these Terms of Service.

Disputes and Chargebacks: The Curator is responsible for resolving any payment disputes or chargebacks that may arise in connection with the booking. Buenro will assist in resolving such disputes to the extent possible, but the ultimate responsibility lies with the Curator.

Leaving the Curator Role:

Other Responsibilities:

In addition to the financial responsibilities outlined above, the Curator also has other responsibilities related to managing the booking and ensuring a positive experience for all group members. These responsibilities are detailed in our Terms of Use, Community Rules, and include communication, coordination, damage reporting, and enforcing house rules.

Waivers:

Guest

A Guest is a User who joins a group rental booking curated by another User (the Curator). This involves agreeing to the terms of the reservation and fulfilling the financial obligations associated with their participation. Guests may be Inviters or Plus Ones as defined below. Non-Curator Guests should not be construed to have separable bookings from the Booking organized by the Curator.

Financial Responsibilities of the Guest:

Payment Obligation: If the Guest is responsible for paying for their portion of the reservation, they must complete the checkout process with a valid payment method to secure their place.

Payment Authorization: By joining a booking and providing payment information, the Guest authorizes Buenro to charge their payment method for their share of the reservation cost, including any applicable fees and taxes.

Accuracy of Payment Information: The Guest is responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date payment information. Any errors or issues with the payment information may result in delays or cancellation of the reservation.

Refunds and Cancellations: The Guest is responsible for understanding and adhering to the cancellation policy associated with the booking. Any refunds or cancellations will be processed in accordance with the property manager's policy and these Terms of Service.

Disputes and Chargebacks: The Guest is responsible for resolving any payment disputes or chargebacks that may arise in connection with their participation in the reservation. Buenro will assist in resolving such disputes to the extent possible, but the ultimate responsibility lies with the Guest.

Secondary Damage Liability of the Guest

Liability for Damage: Guests acknowledge and agree that they may be held financially responsible for any loss, damage, excessive wear, or violation of property rules that they directly cause during the stay. This responsibility applies regardless of whether the Curator is the primary contracting party for the booking.

Cooperation in Assessing Damage: Guests agree to cooperate in good faith with Buenro and the property manager in investigating, assessing, and resolving any damage claims, including providing relevant information upon request.

Payment Authorization for Damage: By joining a booking and providing payment information, each Guest authorizes Buenro to charge their payment method for amounts attributable to damage or loss they directly caused, as determined by Buenro in accordance with applicable policies, house rules, and its assessment. If damage cannot be reasonably attributed to a specific individual, Buenro may assign responsibility in accordance with the booking agreement and house rules.

Secondary Liability: Guests acknowledge and agree that they may be charged individually for damage reasonably determined to have been caused by them, and they further agree to indemnify and reimburse the Curator for any amounts the Curator pays on their behalf. Buenro may facilitate such reimbursement by charging the Guest's payment method for amounts attributable to damage or loss the Guest directly caused, as determined by Buenro in accordance with applicable policies, house rules, and its assessment.

Joining and Leaving Groups

Joining a Group:

Leaving a Reserved Booking:

Other Responsibilities:

In addition to the financial responsibilities outlined above, the Guest also has other responsibilities related to participating in the reservation and ensuring a positive experience for all group members. These responsibilities are detailed in "Explore, Property Information" of our Terms of Use, Community Rules, and include communication, respecting house rules, and ensuring the safety and security of the property.

Waivers:

Event Attendee

An Event Attendee is a User who joins an Event organized by another User (the Event Curator). This involves agreeing to the terms of the event and fulfilling the financial obligations associated with their participation.

Financial Responsibilities of the Event Attendee:

Payment Obligation: If the Event Attendee is responsible for paying the fee for their event ticket through Buenro, they must complete the checkout process with a valid payment method to secure their place.

Payment Authorization: By joining a fee-ticketed Event and providing payment information, the Event Attendee authorizes Buenro to charge their payment method for their ticket price, including any applicable fees and taxes.

Accuracy of Payment Information: The Event Attendee is responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date payment information. Any errors or issues with the payment information may result in delays or cancellation of the ticket purchase.

Refunds and Cancellations: The Event Attendee is responsible for understanding and adhering to the cancellation policy associated with the Event. Any refunds or cancellations will be processed in accordance with the Curator's policy and these Terms of Service.

Disputes and Chargebacks: The Event Attendee is responsible for resolving any payment disputes or chargebacks that may arise in connection with their participation in the Event. Buenro will assist in resolving such disputes to the extent possible, but the ultimate responsibility lies with the Attendee.

Waivers:

Inviter and Plus One / +1

Inviter: An Inviter is a Guest who chooses to invite another user ("Plus One" or "+1") to a reservation and assumes financial responsibility for both their own participation and the Plus One's participation.

Financial Responsibilities of the Inviter:

Refunds and Cancellations: The Inviter is responsible for understanding and adhering to the cancellation policy associated with the reservation. Any refunds or cancellations will be processed in accordance with the property manager's policy and these Terms of Service. The Inviter is responsible for managing any refunds or cancellations related to both their own place and the Plus One's place.

Disputes and Chargebacks: The Inviter is responsible for resolving any payment disputes or chargebacks that may arise in connection with the reservation, including those related to the Plus One's participation. Buenro will assist in resolving such disputes to the extent possible, but the ultimate responsibility lies with the Inviter.

Plus One: A Plus One is a user invited to a reservation by an Inviter. The Plus One is not financially responsible for their participation in the reservation.

Financial Responsibilities of the Plus One:

Leaving a Reservation:

Other Responsibilities and Waivers:

Payment Processing Methods and Processes

Overview of the Payment Process

Buenro aims to make booking accommodations and purchasing tickets as seamless as possible. Here's a typical payment process for a successful reservation or ticket purchase:

  1. Find a Property or Event: For Properties, you find a rental you'd like to curate a group for, or an open Group stay you'd like to join. For Events, you find an Event you'd like to attend.
  2. Proceed to Payment: You're directed to the payment page where you provide your payment details.
  3. Secure Payment Processing: Buenro generally uses secure 3rd-party payment processors to handle your payment information. However, alternative payment methods or processing arrangements may be used when expressly agreed upon by both Buenro and the user.
  4. Payment Authorization: When utilizing credit card or debit cards for payment, you authorize Buenro to charge your payment method for your share of the reservation cost and our third-party payment processor confirms the payment can be made by the elected payment method.
  5. Confirmation and Payment Capture:
    • Properties:
      1. If you are joining a group that is not yet full, then your place in the reservation is confirmed upon successful payment method verification. The cost will be held by the payment processor but not charged to your account until the group is complete. In the meantime - while the group is not yet full - the booking will be considered a Pending Booking.
      2. If you are joining as the final member required to complete a group, your place is confirmed by the payment processor capturing the funds on your payment method immediately, and all group members' held payments are also immediately captured and processed.
    • Events: Your ticket is confirmed by the payment processor capturing the funds on your payment method immediately.
  6. Property Booking / Event Ticket Confirmation: For Property Bookings, once the group is full, the booking is considered confirmed, and the Property Manager's policies regarding modifications, cancellations, and refunds come into effect. For fee-ticketed events, your ticket is considered confirmed once payment is captured and the Event Curator's policies regarding modifications, cancellations, and refunds come into effect.
  7. Enjoy Your Stay and Experience: You receive a confirmation and can look forward to your upcoming trip or event!

Fees and Charges

Buenro strives to be transparent about the fees and charges associated with reservation accommodations on our platform. Here's a breakdown of the costs you might see during checkout:

1. Contribution to the Rental Payment

2. Ticket Fee

3. Buenro Fees

4. Credits, Promotions and Discounts

5. Taxes

Additional Information

Booking, Reservations and Payment Status for Properties

Join a Group Requested/Reserved: When you request to join a Group, it means your spot is reserved because you've completed the payment process. The group isn't complete yet, and we'll only put a temporary hold on your payment, not a full charge.

Pending Reservations: If the group isn't full yet, you'll find your reservation on the "Pending" page. There, you'll see all the details, like the price of each night, Buenro's fees, any taxes, and when the group needs to be finalized.

Payment Status: Sometimes you might see "Paid by Curator" or "Paid by Inviter." That means someone else is taking care of your part of the reservation cost.

Booking Confirmed: Once all the places in the booking are filled and everyone has completed their payments, the booking is officially confirmed. Other groups with pending bookings for the property on the same dates will be canceled. From here on out, the terms and conditions set by the Property Manager take effect.

Booking Canceled: Sometimes a group doesn't fill up within 7 days, another group confirms the booking before yours, or maybe the group decides to cancel. If that happens, the booking will be canceled, and any money we were holding will be released back to everyone's payment methods, pending a review in case of any issues or disputes.

Events and Bookings Payment Methods

Buenro accepts the following payment methods:

Payment Processing

Payment Authorization: By providing your payment information, you authorize Buenro to charge your selected payment method for the total amount due for your portion of the Reservation.

Payment Hold: When applicable, our 3rd-party payment processor will create a temporary hold on your payment method to ensure you have sufficient funds to cover your share of the reservation. This hold does not result in an actual charge (Payment Capture) until the booking is confirmed.

Payment Captured: This is the process where funds that were previously authorized and held by the third-party payment processor are collected and charged to the user's account. This completes the payment transaction and transfers the funds to Buenro to confirm the booking.

Payment Schedule: The payment schedule for a booking will be clearly displayed during the checkout process.

Currency: Payments are generally processed in Euros. If your payment method uses a different currency, our 3rd-party payment processor and/or your bank or card issuer may apply foreign transaction fees.

Payment Security: Buenro takes reasonable steps to protect your payment information during transmission and storage. However, we cannot guarantee the security of your data against all potential threats, and you acknowledge that you provide your payment information at your own risk. Buenro maintains PCI DSS compliance and uses Stripe's SDKs which leverages secure payment infrastructure and hardware-level security features. Payment information is tokenized directly on your device using industry-leading encryption standards. While we maintain these rigorous security standards, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and you acknowledge that you provide your payment information subject to these inherent limitations.

Modifications, Cancellations, and Refunds

Modifying Your Reservation for Bookings

Life happens, and sometimes you need to make changes to your travel plans. Here's how you can modify your reservation on Buenro:

Cancellations and Refunds

Refunds for Pending Bookings

Refunds for Confirmed Bookings

Cancellation by the Property Manager

Cancellations and Refunds for Event Tickets

Cancellation by Buenro

Dispute Resolution

3rd Party Providers

Use of Third-Party Processors

Buenro utilizes third-party payment processors to facilitate secure and efficient payment transactions on the platform. These processors may include, but are not limited to, companies such as Stripe.

Buenro's Role

Buenro acts as a platform connecting users with Property Managers and Event Curators for booking accommodations and ticket sales. While we facilitate the payment process, we are not a payment processor ourselves. We rely on third-party providers to handle the secure processing and transfer of funds.

User Authorization

By providing your payment information on the Buenro platform, you authorize Buenro and its designated third-party payment processors to charge your selected payment method for the total amount due for your reservation or purchase, including accommodation fees, ticket fee, Buenro fees, and any applicable taxes.

Processor Changes

Buenro reserves the right to change third-party payment processors at any time without prior notice. We will endeavor to select reputable and secure processors to handle your payment information.

Disclaimer of Liability

Buenro is not responsible for any errors, delays, or actions of third-party payment processors that may affect the payment process. This includes, but is not limited to:

User Responsibility

You are responsible for:

No Guarantees

Buenro makes no guarantees regarding the availability, reliability, or security of third-party payment processing services. You acknowledge that you use these services at your own risk.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law: These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Estonia, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms of Service or your use of the App shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Changes to the Terms

Right to Modify: Buenro reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time in its sole discretion. Any changes to the Terms will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Terms on the App.

Notification of Changes: Buenro may notify you of material changes to the Terms by email or through the App. Your continued use of the App following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Buenro relating to your access to and use of the App and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact Buenro at: legal@buen.ro