Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 2, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to displaii.com ("the Platform"), South Africa's premier digital ecosystem for education professionals. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of displaii.com and its services. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

2. Definitions

• "Platform" refers to displaii.com and all its associated services
• "User" refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Platform
• "Education Professional" includes teachers, tutors, ECD practitioners, mentors, and coaches
• "Service Provider" refers to vendors offering educational supplies, technology, uniforms, transportation, catering, and maintenance services
• "Educational Partner" includes teacher associations, tutor agencies, NGOs, and education centers

3. Account Registration and Eligibility

3.1. To use the Platform, you must:

• Be 18 years or older
• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Promptly update any changes to your information

3.2. Account Types:

• Education Professional Account
• Service Provider Account
• Educational Partner Account

4. Platform Services

4.1. The Platform provides:

• Professional networking features
• Marketplace functionality
• Community tools
• Resource sharing capabilities
• Vendor verification services

4.2. Service providers must:

• Maintain current business registration in South Africa
• Provide accurate service and product information
• Honor quoted prices and service commitments
• Maintain required licenses and certifications

5. User Conduct

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate information
• Maintain professional conduct
• Respect intellectual property rights
• Not engage in fraudulent activities
• Not manipulate platform features
• Not harass other users
• Not share access credentials

6. Content and Intellectual Property

6.1. User Content

• Users retain rights to their original content
• Users grant displaii.com license to display and distribute content
• Users responsible for content accuracy

6.2. Platform Content

• Platform content protected by copyright
• Limited license granted for personal use
• No commercial use without permission

7. Privacy and Data Protection

7.1. Data Collection and Use

• Governed by Privacy Policy
• Compliant with Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
• Secure storage of user information

7.2. Data Security

• Industry-standard security measures
• Regular security audits
• Prompt notification of breaches

8. Payments and Fees

8.1. Service Providers

• Commission on transactions
• Payment processing fees
• Subscription fees (if applicable)

8.2. Payment Terms

• South African Rand (ZAR) as currency
• Secure payment processing
• No refund policy for subscription fees

9. Verification Process

9.1. Service Provider Verification

• Business registration verification
• Professional credentials check
• Quality assurance reviews

9.2. Educational Partner Verification

• Organization registration verification
• Professional standing verification
• Regular review of status

10. Termination

10.1. Platform Rights

• Right to suspend or terminate accounts
• Right to modify or discontinue services
• Notice of material changes

10.2. User Rights

• Right to terminate account
• Data retention and deletion
• Access to downloaded data

11. Liability and Disclaimers

11.1. Platform Liability

• No warranty for uninterrupted service
• No liability for user disputes
• Force majeure provisions

11.2. User Liability

• Responsible for account activity
• Responsible for content shared
• Indemnification obligations

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1. Process

• Good faith negotiation
• Mediation
• South African jurisdiction

12.2. Governing Law

• South African law
• Cape Town jurisdiction
• Alternative dispute resolution

13. Changes to Terms

• Right to modify terms
• Notice of material changes
• Continued use constitutes acceptance

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

• Email: [Contact Email]
• Address: [Physical Address]
• Phone: [Contact Number]

15. Acceptance

By using displaii.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.