Effective Date: 1st February 2026
Welcome to DealBook.lk (“we,” “us,” “our,” “Platform”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the DealBook.lk website and related services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all terms incorporated by reference. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use the Platform.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using DealBook.lk, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms, including any future modifications. We may amend these Terms at any time by posting updated versions on the Platform. Your continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
2. Description of Services
DealBook.lk provides a marketplace and informational platform where users can identify corporate investment opportunities, engage with deal sponsors or facilitators, and participate in structured deal processes. Services may include:
- Access to investment deal listings
- Deal introduction processes
- Execution of confidentiality agreements
- Facilitation of negotiations between parties
- Deal closing coordination and support
(Collectively, “Services”).
3. User Eligibility and Conduct
You represent that you are legally capable of entering into binding contracts and are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, you may only use the Platform with the involvement of a parent or guardian.
Users agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You agree not to:
- Post or transmit unlawful, harmful, or infringing content;
- Interfere with the Platform’s operation or other users’ access;
- Engage in fraudulent or deceptive activities;
- Impersonate others or misrepresent identities;
- Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code;
- Circumvent any security or access restrictions.
4. Account Registration
Some Services may require you to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and keep your account credentials confidential. You are solely responsible for activity on your account. We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
5. Deal Process and Agreements
DealBook.lk’s methodology includes structured steps such as:
- Identification of suitable deals;
- Contact and expression of interest;
- Execution of Confidentiality & Non-Circumvention Agreements;
- Introduction between transacting parties;
- Negotiations and due diligence;
- Execution of Sale & Purchase Agreements and deal closure.
You acknowledge that DealBook.lk acts as a facilitator and does not guarantee the outcome, accuracy, or suitability of any deal. All negotiations and legal agreements between parties are independent of DealBook.lk.
6. Fees and Payments
Certain Services may involve fees, such as success-based fees upon transaction completion. Fee structures will be disclosed to users prior to engagement and are agreed upon in separate fee mandates or agreements.
All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on DealBook.lk, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, transmit, modify, or use such content without our express written permission.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranty of any kind. We do not warrant that the Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. DealBook.lk disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including suitability for a particular purpose.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, DealBook.lk and its affiliates, officers, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform or any deals, including loss of profits, data, or business opportunities.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless DealBook.lk and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms or your use of the Services.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of Sri Lanka. Any disputes arising under or relating to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Sri Lanka.
12. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.
13. Disclaimer
DealBook is a digital platform that connects issuers with accredited investors. We do not provide regulated financial services and are not licensed by any regulatory authority in Sri Lanka or elsewhere. All transactions are facilitated through licensed arrangers or investment banks. Users should seek independent advice before making any investment decisions.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact:
📧 Email: info@dealbook.lk
📍 Address: 8th Floor, Green Lanka Tower, 43/43 Nawam Mawatha Colombo 2, Sri Lanka
