Terms of use

Welcome to Shauku.app, a platform designed for African descendants to share their passions, talents, and innovations with the world. By using Shauku.app, you agree to these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully before using the platform.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Shauku.app, you agree to abide by these Terms of Use and any applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the platform.

2. Eligibility

To use Shauku.app, you must be at least 13 years old. By using the platform, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

3. Account Registration

To upload content and fully participate on Shauku.app, you must create an account. When creating your account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
  • Keep your login credentials secure and do not share them with others.
  • Take responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Content Ownership and Rights

  • User Content: As a content creator, you retain ownership of the videos, images, audio, text, or other materials you upload to Shauku.app ("User Content"). By uploading, you grant Shauku.app a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, distribute, and promote your content on the platform.
  • Copyrighted Material: You must own the rights to any content you upload or have permission to use it. Do not upload content that infringes on copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights.
  • Responsibility for Content: You are responsible for the content you upload and share on Shauku.app. The platform is not responsible for any consequences arising from the use of your content.

5. Prohibited Content and Activities

To maintain a respectful and safe community, users agree not to:

  • Upload content that promotes hate speech, violence, discrimination, or harassment.
  • Share explicit or inappropriate content, including pornography, graphic violence, or harmful speech.
  • Mislead, impersonate others, or provide false information.
  • Engage in illegal activities, including copyright infringement or distributing harmful software (viruses, malware, etc.).
  • Use automated systems (bots, scripts) to manipulate interactions (views, likes, etc.).

Shauku.app reserves the right to remove any content or terminate accounts that violate these rules.

6. Community Guidelines

Shauku.app is a platform designed to empower African descendants and foster a positive, uplifting space for sharing passions. By using the platform, you agree to:

  • Respect the diversity of the community.
  • Support constructive dialogue and avoid inflammatory, divisive, or harmful interactions.
  • Contribute content that is respectful, creative, and aligned with the mission of empowering African descendants.

7. Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behaviour that violates these Terms of Use or our Community Guidelines, you can report it by contacting us at support@shauku.app .Shauku.app will review all reports and take appropriate action.

8. Termination and Suspension

Shauku.app reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, without notice, for violating these Terms of Use, applicable laws, or our Community Guidelines. You may also terminate your account at any time by following the steps outlined in your account settings.

9. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy shauku.app/terms/privacy-policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

10. Third-Party Content and Links

Shauku.app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party services or websites that are linked to Shauku.app. Use them at your own risk.

11. Modifications to the Terms

Shauku.app reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. When changes are made, we will notify users via email or a notice on the platform. Your continued use of the platform following the changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms of Use.

12. Limitation of Liability

Shauku.app is provided "as is" without any warranties or guarantees. We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the platform, including but not limited to loss of data, revenue, or reputation.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Shauku.app, its affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the platform, your content, or your violation of these Terms of Use.

14. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed under the laws of South Africa. Any legal disputes arising from these terms will be handled in the courts of that jurisdiction.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at support@shauku.app .

By using Shauku.app, you agree to these Terms of Use. Thank you for being part of our community and contributing to a platform that celebrates and shares the passions of African descendants with the world.