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Terms of Service

Last updated: November 19, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to DAMARESI! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the DAMARESI platform, including our website, mobile applications, and any related services (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Account Registration

To access certain features of our Service, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and promptly update your account information
  • Keep your password secure and confidential
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account

3. Music Content and Licensing

DAMARESI provides access to music content from East African artists. The following terms apply:

  • Free music downloads are for personal, non-commercial use only
  • Paid music downloads grant you a license to use the content as specified at purchase
  • You may not redistribute, resell, or share downloaded content without proper authorization
  • Artists retain all rights to their music content
  • Commercial use requires separate licensing agreements

4. User Content

Users may submit playlists, comments, and other content. By submitting content, you:

  • Retain ownership of your content
  • Grant DAMARESI a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute your content
  • Represent that you have the right to submit the content
  • Agree not to submit illegal, offensive, or infringing content

5. Payments and Refunds

For paid content and services:

  • All payments are processed securely through our payment partners (DPO)
  • Prices are displayed in the applicable currency at the time of purchase
  • Digital downloads are generally non-refundable unless there is a technical issue
  • Refund requests must be submitted within 7 days of purchase
  • We reserve the right to refuse refunds for fraudulent claims

6. Artist Portal

Artists who upload content to DAMARESI agree to:

  • Own or have proper licenses for all uploaded content
  • Not upload copyrighted material without authorization
  • Accept our revenue sharing terms (70% artist, 30% platform)
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Submit accurate payment and tax information

7. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal purposes
  • Attempt to circumvent security features or payment systems
  • Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Impersonate other users or entities
  • Scrape, harvest, or collect user data without authorization
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
  • Use bots or automated systems without permission

8. Intellectual Property

The DAMARESI platform, including its design, features, and content (excluding user content), is owned by DAMARESI and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE ACCESS TO THE SERVICE.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMARESI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. You may also terminate your account at any time by contacting us.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our Service or sending you an email. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Tanzania, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

  • Email: legal@damaresi.com
  • Website: www.damaresi.com
  • Address: Southampton, England UK