These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of Nyota, a digital platform connecting users with local businesses across Africa. By creating a Nyota account or using the platform, you agree to comply with these terms, forming a binding agreement between you and Nyotabay Ltd.
Please review these terms carefully as they outline your rights and responsibilities when using Nyota, except where specific terms may apply.
By using Nyota, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you must refrain from using the platform.
Nyotabay Ltd reserves the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time, and such changes will be effective immediately upon posting. It is your responsibility to regularly review these terms for any updates. Continued use of the Nyota platform following any modifications signifies your acceptance of the revised terms.
If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. Your use of Nyota is also subject to compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Nyota is intended for users who are at least 14 years old. By using the platform, you confirm that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 14, you are not permitted to create an account, access, or use the platform in any capacity. Nyotabay Ltd reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account if it is discovered that the user does not meet the minimum age requirement.
Nyota enables users to:
Nyota provides personalized recommendations based on user preferences, activities, and interactions with the platform, helping you discover new experiences and opportunities that align with your interests. By using Nyota, you agree to receive such personalized content and recommendations as part of your experience on the platform.
Users can contribute posts, likes, reviews, comments, highlights and ratings. By submitting content, you agree to the following:
Nyota reserves the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or the policies of the App Store and Google Play Store.
Nyota collects and processes user data in line with our Privacy Policy. By using the platform, you consent to data collection for purposes including:
Users have the right to access, modify, or delete their data upon request.
Local businesses that engage with Nyota agree to:
Failure to comply may result in the suspension or termination of the business account.
Nyota provides the platform “as is” and is not liable for any disruptions, inaccuracies, or errors. Nyota does not guarantee the accuracy of business listings, user reviews, or any other content. Users engage with businesses at their own risk.
Users can request to delete their account through the platform or by contacting Nyota support. Upon request, we will remove user data in compliance with applicable laws, unless retention is required for legal or business purposes.
You agree not to:
Any disputes arising from the use of Nyota will be resolved through mediation or arbitration, in accordance with local laws.
Nyota collects sensitive data, such as location and image library access, solely for functionality purposes. Specifically, location data is used to connect you with nearby businesses, and access to your image library allows you to share photos in posts and reviews. We obtain your explicit consent before accessing any sensitive data. We may use third-party SDKs, such as [Name of SDKs if applicable], which may also collect data. You will be notified of any such third-party data collection.
Nyota requests certain permissions, including location and contacts, to enable core app functionality. For example, location permission is essential for finding local businesses. You can manage these permissions through your device's app settings. You can choose to decline these permissions, but doing so may limit certain features of the app.
Nyota may display personalized ads to users. These ads are designed to be relevant to your interests and enhance your experience. You can opt out of personalized ads through the app settings. All ads displayed on Nyota will be clearly marked as advertisements and will be closable within 5 seconds. Ads will not interfere with the user experience.
You can delete your Nyota account either within the app through the account settings menu or by contacting our support team via [email protected] Upon receiving your request, we will delete your account and associated data, unless retention is required for legal or business purposes.
Nyota will not sell your personal or sensitive user data to any third party. You agree to comply with all applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, when using the Nyota platform. You may not use Nyota to collect or process personal data of other users without their explicit consent.
If Nyota targets a mixed-age audience, we employ age screening mechanisms to ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Ads served to children will comply with Google’s Families Policy and will be served from Families Self-Certified Ads SDK versions. [Add specific details about age screening here].