Terms of Service
These terms govern your use of DevCircle Africa and outline the rights and responsibilities of all users in our tech community.
Last updated: July 17, 2025Respectful Community
Use DevCircle Africa professionally and treat all community members with respect and courtesy.
Account Security
Keep your account secure and provide accurate information for the best experience.
Quality Events
Organizers must provide accurate event information and create valuable experiences.
Fair Usage
Use our platform as intended without spam, harassment, or unauthorized activities.
Agreement to Terms
- By accessing or using DevCircle Africa, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service
- If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the service
- These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the service
- You must be at least 18 years old to use our services
Changes to Terms
- We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time
- Users will be notified of material changes via email and platform notifications
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of new terms
- We encourage regular review of these terms
Account Creation
- You must provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration
- You are responsible for safeguarding your account password
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized account use
- One person may not maintain multiple accounts
Account Responsibilities
- You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
- Keep your contact information up to date
- Use a strong, unique password for your account
- Do not share your account credentials with others
Permitted Uses
- Discover and register for tech events and meetups
- Create and manage professional networking profiles
- Organize legitimate tech events and community gatherings
- Engage in respectful professional networking and discussions
Prohibited Activities
- Posting false, misleading, or inappropriate event information
- Harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate conduct toward other users
- Spam, unsolicited marketing, or commercial activities outside designated areas
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to accounts or platform systems
- Scraping, data mining, or automated data collection without permission
- Posting content that violates intellectual property rights
Event Organizers
- Must provide accurate event information including date, time, location, and description
- Are responsible for event content, speakers, and attendee safety
- Must comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- May set reasonable event policies and codes of conduct
- Are responsible for any fees, refunds, or cancellation policies
Event Attendees
- Must register honestly and attend events you've committed to when possible
- Should respect event organizer policies and codes of conduct
- Are responsible for your own safety and transportation to events
- Must treat fellow attendees and organizers with respect
- Should provide feedback to help improve future events
User-Generated Content
- You retain ownership of content you post, but grant us license to display it
- You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to post any content
- Content must not violate these terms or applicable laws
- We may remove content that violates our policies
Platform Content
- DevCircle Africa platform and features are protected by intellectual property laws
- You may not copy, modify, or distribute our platform without permission
- Our trademarks and logos may not be used without explicit permission
- All platform improvements and feedback become our property
Data Collection
- We collect information as described in our Privacy Policy
- You consent to data processing necessary for platform operation
- Event organizers may access attendee information for their events
- You can control privacy settings in your account preferences
Data Security
- We implement reasonable security measures to protect user data
- Users are responsible for maintaining account security
- Report any suspected data breaches immediately
- We comply with applicable data protection regulations
Service Availability
- DevCircle Africa is provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind
- We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
- Platform features may change or be discontinued with notice
- Third-party integrations are subject to their own terms
Event Responsibilities
- DevCircle Africa is not responsible for event quality, safety, or outcomes
- Event organizers are independent and not DevCircle Africa employees
- Disputes between users should be resolved directly between parties
- We are not liable for event cancellations, changes, or issues
Voluntary Termination
- You may delete your account at any time through account settings
- Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone
- Some information may be retained for legal or operational purposes
- You remain responsible for any obligations incurred before termination
Involuntary Termination
- We may suspend or terminate accounts for terms violations
- Serious violations may result in immediate account termination
- We will provide notice when possible, but not in cases of serious misconduct
- Terminated users may not create new accounts without permission
Legal Information
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States. Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, DevCircle Africa shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the service.
Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Contact for Legal Matters
For legal inquiries or to report terms violations, contact our legal team at legal@DevCircle Africa.com or use our contact form.
Questions About These Terms?
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or need clarification on any provision, our support team is here to help.
Terms Violations
Violations of these terms may result in account suspension or termination. We encourage all users to report inappropriate behavior or content. Serious violations may be reported to appropriate authorities or even law enforcement.