Terms of Service
Effective Date: 5 March 2025

Blue Tick is a product of Malgas Tech.

Welcome to Blue Tick! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our platform. By accessing or using Blue Tick, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. Account & Eligibility

1.1 Account Creation

• You must be at least 13 years old (or the legal age in your country) to use Blue Tick.
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account.
• You agree to provide accurate and complete information during registration.

1.2 Account Suspension & Termination

• We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate our Terms or policies.
• You may delete your account at any time in the settings.
• We reserve the right to remove inactive accounts after prolonged inactivity.

2. User Conduct & Content

2.1 Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Post, share, or promote hate speech, harassment, violence, or illegal activities.
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity.
• Use automated bots, scrapers, or spam tactics.
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations.

2.2 Content Ownership & Licensing

• You retain ownership of the content you post.
• By posting, you grant Blue Tick a worldwide, non-exclusive license to display, distribute, and promote your content.
• We may remove content that violates these Terms.

3. Platform Features

3.1 Posting & Interactions

• Users can post text, images, videos, and engage in discussions.
• Posts may be subject to moderation to maintain a safe environment.

3.2 Direct Messaging

• Private messages should not be used for harassment, spam, or illegal activities.
• We do not access or monitor messages unless reported for violations.

3.3 Advertising & Monetization

• Users may participate in monetization programs (e.g., ad revenue, tips, subscriptions).
• Advertisers must comply with advertising guidelines.

4. Intellectual Property

• Blue Tick retains all rights to its branding, trademarks, and software.
• Unauthorized use of our intellectual property is prohibited.

5. Privacy & Data Protection

• Our use of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy.
• We comply with GDPR, CCPA, and POPIA regulations.
• Users have rights regarding their personal data, as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

6. Liability & Disclaimers

• Blue Tick is provided "as is" without warranties.
• We are not liable for user-generated content.
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

7. Dispute Resolution

• Disputes should first be resolved through our support team.
• If unresolved, legal action shall take place in Kroonstad, South Africa.

8. Changes to These Terms

• We may update these Terms periodically.
• Continued use of Blue Tick after changes means you accept the revised Terms.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]

   

Blue Tick Community Guidelines
 Our platform is built for meaningful discussions, informed conversations, and clean content. To ensure a safe and respectful environment, we ask all users to follow these Community Guidelines.

1. Respectful Communication

• Treat others with kindness and respect.
• Hate speech, harassment, bullying, or discrimination based on race, gender, religion, nationality, or other personal attributes is strictly prohibited.
• Avoid personal attacks, threats, or intimidation.

2. No Misinformation or Fake News

• Do not post or share false or misleading information.
• Use verified sources when discussing news or current events.
• Posts flagged for misinformation may be removed or reviewed by fact-checkers.

3. Responsible Content Sharing

• Users can post text, photos, videos, audio clips, and voice notes, but all content must follow these guidelines.
• Graphic violence, explicit content, or harmful material is prohibited.
• Copyrighted content must not be shared without proper authorization.

4. No Spam or Malicious Activity

• Avoid excessive self-promotion, bot activity, or spam.
• Phishing, scams, and any attempt to deceive users will lead to account suspension.
• Do not use automated scripts or unauthorized software to interact with the platform.

5. Privacy & Safety

• Do not share personal information (yours or others') without consent.
• Doxxing (sharing private details with malicious intent) is strictly prohibited.
• Report any threats, harassment, or suspicious activities immediately.

6. Community Engagement & Moderation

• Engage in discussions constructively, even when debating differing viewpoints.
• Users can report content that violates these guidelines.
• Blue Tick moderators reserve the right to review and remove content that does not comply.

7. Enforcement & Penalties

Violations of these guidelines may result in:

• Warnings for minor infractions.
• Content removal for prohibited material.
• Temporary or permanent bans for repeated or serious violations.
• Legal action if necessary, particularly for illegal activities.

8. Updates & Changes

• These guidelines may be updated periodically.
• Continued use of Blue Tick means acceptance of any updates.

9. Reporting Violations

If you see content that violates these guidelines, report it through our in-app reporting tools or contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]

By using Blue Tick, you agree to follow these Community Guidelines and contribute to a respectful, informative, and engaging platform.