Terms & Conditions

User Agreement  
Effective Date: 1 October 2024

Welcome to the Online Pop Up Shop (the “Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. This User Agreement applies to all users who register, post content, or use our business directory and forum services.

1. Acceptance of Terms
By registering or using the Website, you agree to this User Agreement and our Privacy Policy. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accept these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

2. Account Registration
To use the business directory and forum, you must register an account. You agree to provide accurate, up-to-date information during the registration process.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
3. User Conduct
You agree to use the Website lawfully and respectfully.
You may not post or share any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or violates the rights of others.
You agree not to use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose, including spamming or distributing malware.
4. Business Directory Submissions
By submitting your business information to our directory, you affirm that the information is accurate, and you have the authority to submit it.
We reserve the right to edit, reject, or remove any listings that do not comply with our standards or policies.
5. Forum Participation
You are welcome to participate in discussions on our forum. However, you agree to follow our forum guidelines, which include being respectful to others and refraining from posting offensive or harmful content.
We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove forum posts that violate our policies.
6. Communication Consent
By registering, you consent to receive communications from us, including newsletters, promotional offers, and updates related to the Website and its services.
You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in the emails or updating your preferences in your account settings.
7. Data Privacy
We collect and process personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using the Website, you agree to the collection, storage, and use of your information as outlined in the policy.

8. Termination of Account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time if you violate this User Agreement or engage in any conduct that we deem inappropriate or harmful to the community.

9. Limitation of Liability
The Website and its services are provided “as is” and without warranties. We do not guarantee that the services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.
We shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
10. Amendments
We reserve the right to modify this User Agreement at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new terms on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after such changes will constitute your acceptance of the new terms.

11. Governing Law
This User Agreement is governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from or related to this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of South Africa.