Terms of Service
The rules that govern your use of Giant Van's platform, services, and website. Please read them carefully before placing a booking.
1. Introduction
These Terms of Service ("Terms") form a legally binding agreement between you ("Customer", "you") and Future Syncs Limited, trading as Giant Van (Company Number 15950168), whose registered office is at 71-75 Shelton Street, London, WC2H 9JQ ("we", "us", "Giant Van").
By accessing our website at www.giantvan.com or placing a booking through any Giant Van channel, you agree to these Terms in full. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
These Terms should be read alongside our Cancellation Policy, which sets out your rights regarding cancellations and refunds.
2. Service Description
Giant Van is a platform that connects customers with vetted, independent drivers for removal, delivery, and man-and-van services across the United Kingdom. Our services include, but are not limited to:
- Man and van hire
- House and flat removals
- Office and commercial removals
- Furniture and appliance delivery
- Same-day and express delivery
- Student removals
- Vehicle transport
- Packing and unpacking services
We act as an intermediary between you and the driver assigned to your job. While we vet all drivers and set service standards, the physical removal or delivery work is carried out by independent drivers operating under our platform.
3. Booking and Payment
All bookings are made through our website or app. When you submit a booking request, you receive an upfront, all-inclusive quote. This quote covers the driver, van, fuel, and basic goods-in-transit insurance unless stated otherwise.
Pricing. The price shown at checkout is the total you pay. We do not add hidden fees after you confirm your booking. If the scope of work changes on the day (for example, additional items not listed in the original booking), the driver may request an adjustment. You are not obliged to accept, but the driver is not obliged to move items beyond the original booking scope.
Payment. We accept major debit and credit cards. All payments are processed securely through Stripe. Full payment is taken at the time of booking. We do not store your card details on our servers.
Confirmation. Once payment is received, you will get a booking confirmation by email with your booking reference, driver details (when assigned), and a summary of the job.
4. Cancellation and Refunds
Our full cancellation and refund terms are set out in our Cancellation Policy. In summary:
- 48+ hours before your move: free cancellation, full refund.
- 24-48 hours before your move: 50% refund.
- Less than 24 hours: no refund, unless exceptional circumstances apply.
Refunds are processed within 5-10 working days via your original payment method. You may also reschedule your booking once at no extra cost, subject to driver availability.
5. Insurance and Liability
Goods-in-transit insurance. All bookings include basic goods-in-transit insurance. This covers accidental damage to your belongings while they are being loaded, transported, or unloaded by the assigned driver. The standard cover limit is displayed at the time of booking.
Exclusions. Insurance does not cover:
- Items not declared or listed in the booking (including items added on the day without prior agreement)
- Pre-existing damage or wear and tear
- Damage caused by inadequate packing where you have chosen to pack items yourself
- Cash, jewellery, documents, or other high-value personal items unless specifically declared and agreed in writing before the move
- Damage resulting from force majeure events (severe weather, flooding, road closures, civil unrest)
Limitation of liability. Our total liability for any claim arising from a single booking shall not exceed the total amount you paid for that booking, except where the law does not permit such a limit. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.
Claims. If your belongings are damaged during a move, you must report the damage within 48 hours of delivery by contacting us at +44 7414 655129. We will investigate all claims fairly and promptly.
6. Customer Responsibilities
When using Giant Van, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information when placing your booking, including a full inventory of items, correct addresses, and any access restrictions (stairs, narrow doorways, parking limitations)
- Ensure someone over 18 is present at both the collection and delivery addresses at the agreed times
- Pack fragile or delicate items properly if you have opted not to use our packing service
- Not include prohibited items in your shipment, including hazardous materials, illegal substances, firearms, perishable goods (unless agreed in advance), or live animals
- Provide safe and reasonable access for the driver and vehicle at both locations
- Treat our drivers with respect and courtesy at all times
If inaccurate information leads to additional time or resources being required, we reserve the right to charge a reasonable supplement. We will always discuss this with you before proceeding.
7. Dispute Resolution
We want every customer to have a positive experience. If something goes wrong, here is how we handle it:
- Contact us first. Reach out to our customer service team at +44 7414 655129. We aim to resolve all complaints within 5 working days.
- Formal complaint. If you are not satisfied with our initial response, you can submit a formal complaint through our Complaints Procedure. We will acknowledge formal complaints within 2 working days and provide a full response within 14 working days.
- Alternative dispute resolution. If we cannot resolve your complaint directly, you may refer the matter to an approved alternative dispute resolution (ADR) provider. We will provide details of the relevant ADR body upon request.
Nothing in this section affects your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 or the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on the Giant Van website and app, including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software, is owned by Future Syncs Limited or its licensors and is protected by UK and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on our platform without our prior written consent.
9. Data Protection
We collect and process your personal data in accordance with UK data protection law, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. We use your data solely to provide and improve our services, process payments, and communicate with you about your bookings.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. For full details on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
If you are a consumer resident in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may also bring proceedings in the courts of your home jurisdiction.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "last updated" date at the top of this page.
For existing bookings, the Terms in effect at the time of your booking will apply. For significant changes that affect your rights, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you by email or through a notice on our website.
Your continued use of Giant Van after any changes to these Terms means you accept the updated Terms.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please get in touch:
- Giant Van (Future Syncs Limited)
- 71-75 Shelton Street, London, WC2H 9JQ
- Phone: +44 7414 655129