Terms of Service
Last Updated: November 07, 2025
Contact Information:
Email: legal@bizbase.africa
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using BizBase ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
2. Description of Service
BizBase is a platform that connects businesses with customers by providing:
- Business directory and listing services
- Kasi Market for local side hustles and small businesses
- Search functionality to find businesses and services
- Contact and communication tools between businesses and customers
- Quote request and inquiry services
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
To use certain features of our service, you must create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
- Maintain the security of your password and account
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
3.2 Account Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at any time for violation of these terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.
4. Business Listings
4.1 Listing Requirements
When creating a business listing, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information about your business
- Only list businesses you own or have permission to represent
- Keep your listing information current and up-to-date
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- Not engage in fraudulent or misleading practices
4.2 Content Guidelines
You agree not to post content that:
- Is false, misleading, or deceptive
- Violates any laws or regulations
- Infringes on intellectual property rights
- Contains spam, malware, or harmful code
- Is defamatory, obscene, or offensive
- Promotes illegal activities
5. User Conduct
You agree to use our service in a lawful and respectful manner. You will not:
- Use the service for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the service
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users
- Use automated systems to access the service without permission
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Our Content
The service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by BizBase and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
6.2 Your Content
You retain ownership of content you submit to our service. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with our service.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa. By using our service, you consent to the collection and use of information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimers and Limitations
8.1 Service Availability
We strive to provide continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee that the service will be uninterrupted or error-free. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time.
8.2 Third-Party Content
Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.
8.3 Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, BizBase shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or relating to your use of the service.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless BizBase and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the service or violation of these terms.
10. Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.
11. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the updated terms on our website. Your continued use of the service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
12. Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: legal@bizbase.africa
14. Entire Agreement
These terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BizBase regarding the use of our service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.