Terms of Service
Legal terms and conditions for using NewKenyan.com
Last updated: January 1, 2024
1. Introduction and Acceptance
Welcome to NewKenyan.com, operated by Legit Hustles ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at https://newkenyan.comand all related services (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.
2. Definitions
- Service:
- The NewKenyan.com platform including job postings, business directory, property listings, and all related features.
- User:
- Any individual or entity that accesses or uses our Service.
- Content:
- All information, data, text, images, and other materials posted or transmitted through the Service.
- Listing:
- Any job posting, business listing, or property listing created on the platform.
3. User Accounts and Registration
Account Creation
- You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials
- You must be at least 18 years old to create an account
- One person or entity may not maintain multiple accounts
Account Responsibilities
- You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- Keep your contact information current and accurate
- Comply with all applicable laws and these Terms
4. Acceptable Use Policy
You May:
- Post legitimate job opportunities
- List genuine business services
- Advertise real properties
- Search and apply for opportunities
- Contact other users through provided channels
- Leave honest reviews and feedback
You May Not:
- Post false or misleading information
- Engage in fraudulent activities
- Spam or send unsolicited communications
- Violate intellectual property rights
- Upload harmful or illegal content
- Interfere with platform operations
5. Prohibited Activities
The following activities are strictly prohibited:
- Posting job scams or pyramid schemes
- Discriminatory job postings
- Adult or inappropriate content
- Illegal goods or services
- Harassment or threatening behavior
- Identity theft or impersonation
- Automated data collection (scraping)
- Malware or virus distribution
- Circumventing security measures
- Creating fake accounts or listings
- Money laundering activities
- Violating export control laws
6. Content and Listings
Content Standards
- All listings must be accurate and truthful
- Content must be relevant to the Kenyan market
- Images must be original or properly licensed
- Contact information must be current and functional
- Pricing information must be clearly stated
Content Ownership and License
You retain ownership of content you post, but grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.
We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate for our platform.
7. Payment and Fees
Fee Structure
Certain services require payment as outlined on our pricing page. All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Payment Processing
Payments are processed through secure third-party providers. We do not store payment card information on our servers.
Currency
All fees are charged in Kenyan Shillings (KSh) unless otherwise specified.
8. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
9. Intellectual Property
Our Rights
The Service, including its design, features, and functionality, is owned by Legit Hustles and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Your Rights
You retain all rights to content you create and post, subject to the license granted to us in these Terms.
Infringement Claims
If you believe your intellectual property rights have been violated, contact us at legal@newkenyan.com.
10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
Service Availability
The Service is provided "as is" without warranties. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.
Third-Party Content
We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or quality of user-generated content or third-party listings.
Limitation of Liability
Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim, up to a maximum of KSh 100,000.
11. Termination
By You
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using the account deletion feature in your dashboard.
By Us
We may suspend or terminate your account for violations of these Terms, illegal activities, or other reasons at our discretion.
12. Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of Kenya. Any disputes shall be resolved through arbitration in Nairobi, Kenya, in accordance with the Arbitration Act of Kenya.
Before initiating formal proceedings, parties agree to attempt good faith negotiations to resolve disputes.
13. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We will notify users of material changes via email or platform notifications.
14. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms or our Service, contact us:
Email: legal@newkenyan.com
General Contact: info@newkenyan.com
Company: Legit Hustles
Address: Nairobi, Kenya
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
These Terms of Service were last updated on January 1, 2024.