This Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:
1. PARTIES
- SayPro (“Company”), registered under Company Registration Number: 2018 / 537703 / 07, with its principal office at 167 14th Road, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa, 1685, represented by Mr. Neftaly Vutisani Malatjie, Chief Executive Officer.
- User (“You” or “Organization”), an individual, artist, cultural institution, heritage organization, or entity accessing and using the SayPro Arts, Culture, and Heritage App.
2. PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement governs your use of the SayPro Arts, Culture, and Heritage App, a digital platform for promoting, preserving, and engaging in artistic, cultural, and heritage activities. By using the app, you agree to the terms outlined below.
3. USER ELIGIBILITY
- Users must be individuals, groups, or organizations engaged in arts, culture, or heritage activities.
- Users must provide accurate registration details, including any relevant licenses, permits, or certifications (if applicable).
4. USAGE TERMS
- The app enables users to:
- Showcase and promote artistic, cultural, and heritage-related content.
- Register for cultural events, exhibitions, and heritage conservation programs.
- Collaborate with other artists, cultural institutions, or heritage organizations.
- Sell or distribute related products (e.g., artwork, cultural artifacts, event tickets, digital content, or educational materials).
- Users must ensure that:
- All posted content is original and does not infringe on copyrights, trademarks, or cultural property rights.
- They adhere to ethical and legal standards in their respective fields.
- No fraudulent, misleading, offensive, or culturally insensitive content is shared on the platform.
5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
- Users retain ownership of their original artistic, cultural, and heritage content.
- By uploading content, users grant SayPro a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and promote their content within the app.
- SayPro retains ownership of all platform-related intellectual property.
6. PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION
- SayPro processes user data in accordance with South African data protection laws (POPIA).
- Users’ personal data will not be shared with third parties without consent, except as required by law.
7. FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS & COMMISSIONS
- If users sell artwork, cultural products, or event tickets through the app, SayPro may charge a service fee or commission (specific terms to be provided separately).
- Users are responsible for ensuring accurate financial transactions and compliance with tax regulations.
- SayPro is not liable for refunds, fraud, or financial losses arising from third-party transactions.
8. LIABILITY & DISCLAIMERS
- SayPro is not responsible for any misuse of the platform by users or third parties.
- The app is provided “as is”, without guarantees of uninterrupted service.
- Users assume full responsibility for the legality and accuracy of their content and activities on the platform.
9. CULTURAL SENSITIVITY & HERITAGE PROTECTION
- Users agree to respect cultural heritage, traditions, and intellectual property rights of indigenous communities.
- No unauthorized sale or exploitation of cultural heritage artifacts or traditional knowledge is permitted.
- SayPro reserves the right to remove content that is deemed culturally inappropriate, offensive, or legally disputed.
10. TERMINATION & ACCOUNT SUSPENSION
- SayPro reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts engaged in fraud, misrepresentation, or illegal activities.
- Users may delete their accounts, but SayPro may retain certain transaction data as required by law.
11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
- Any disputes shall first be resolved through negotiation.
- If unresolved, disputes will be settled through mediation or arbitration under South African law.
12. GENERAL PROVISIONS
- Entire Agreement: This document represents the full agreement between SayPro and the User.
- Amendments: SayPro may modify this Agreement with prior notice.
- Severability: If any provision is deemed invalid, the rest remains enforceable.
13. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By using the SayPro Arts, Culture, and Heritage App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Agreement.
User/Organization Name: _________________________
Representative Name: _________________________
Position: _________________________
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________