📙 Disclaimer Policy

LEGAL DISCLAIMER & MARKETPLACE POLICY

1. NATURE OF THE PLATFORM

This website operates strictly as an online advertising directory, catalog, and connection bridge. We link independent sellers/artists of African art and handicrafts with potential buyers. We do not operate as an online store, auction house, payment processor, escrow service, or shipping company. We do not own, inspect, store, or ship any products.

2. NO ON-SITE TRANSACTIONS & FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

All financial transactions, payments, and funds exchanges take place entirely off-site and directly between the buyer and the seller. This platform does not process payments, does not provide escrow services, and does not hold money on behalf of any party. We do not collect commissions, fees, or any form of payment from buyers or sellers for transactions.

3. ABSOLUTE EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY (FINANCIAL AND MORAL)

By using this platform as a buyer or a seller, you explicitly acknowledge and agree that this website, its owners, developers, employees, and representatives hold ABSOLUTE ZERO LIABILITY — financial, legal, ethical, or moral — for:

  • Any financial losses, scams, or fraudulent activities resulting from off-site agreements.
  • Undelivered, lost, damaged, or stolen goods.
  • Misrepresentations of artwork quality, authenticity, origin, or descriptions by sellers.
  • Any disputes, disagreements, or conflicts arising between buyers and sellers.
  • Any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
  • Any interaction, communication, or transaction that occurs outside of this platform.

4. SELLER’S RESPONSIBILITY

Sellers are 100% independent entities. It is the sole responsibility of the seller to:

  • Contact the buyer and respond to inquiries.
  • Agree on secure payment methods (such as direct bank transfer, PayPal, etc.).
  • Manage secure packaging and shipping of the physical items.
  • Provide accurate descriptions, images, and pricing.
  • Comply with all local and international laws regarding the sale and export of goods.

5. BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY

Buyers are strictly advised to practice caution and verify the identity of the seller before sending any funds. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to:

  • Request additional photos, live video calls, or proof of business identity.
  • Negotiate payment terms (including Cash on Delivery for first-time purchases).
  • Pay any customs duties, import taxes, or fees charged by their home country.
  • Inspect the item upon delivery before releasing final payment (if COD).

6. NO VERIFICATION OR ENDORSEMENT

This platform does not verify, endorse, guarantee, or vouch for any seller, buyer, product, or service listed. We do not confirm the accuracy of any listing, the legitimacy of any user, or the quality of any artwork. All users interact at their own risk.

7. INSTRUCTIONS FOR BUYERS AND SELLERS

We strongly advise all users to read our Instructions for Buyers and Instructions for Sellers. These guides provide best practices for safe communication, payment, shipping, and dispute prevention. However, these guides are for informational purposes only and do not create any liability, obligation, or responsibility for this platform. Following these guidelines does not guarantee a successful transaction, and the platform remains free of any liability.

8. NO MEDIATION OR DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This platform does not mediate, arbitrate, or resolve disputes between buyers and sellers. Any dispute must be resolved directly between the parties involved. We may, at our sole discretion, choose to assist in communication, but we have no obligation to do so and assume no liability for the outcome.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

By using this platform, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless this website, its owners, developers, and representatives from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the platform.
  • Any transaction or interaction with another user.
  • Any violation of this Disclaimer Policy.
  • Any violation of applicable laws or third-party rights.

10. NO WARRANTY

This platform is provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.

11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Any links to third-party websites or communication outside this platform (e.g., WhatsApp, email, bank transfers) are used at your own risk. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third party.

12. GOVERNING LAW

Any legal action or dispute arising from the use of this platform shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the website owner resides, without regard to conflict of law principles. However, any dispute between buyers and sellers shall be resolved directly between them, and the platform shall not be a party to any such dispute.

13. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By registering an account as a Seller, or by submitting your contact information through the order inquiry form as a Buyer, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by this Disclaimer Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use this platform.