CollegeLife Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 01 May 2026
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the CollegeLife platform ("CollegeLife", "we", "our", "us"), including our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using CollegeLife, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Service.
1. Eligibility
To use CollegeLife, you must:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Be a registered student or affiliated with a recognized educational institution
- Provide accurate and complete registration information
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that do not meet these requirements.
2. Account Registration
You agree to:
- Provide truthful, accurate, and current information
- Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials
- Be responsible for all activity under your account
CollegeLife is not liable for losses arising from unauthorized use of your account.
3. Nature of the Service
CollegeLife is a student marketplace and wallet platform that enables users to:
- List and sell items or services
- Browse and purchase listings
- Send and receive funds between users
CollegeLife acts as an intermediary platform only and is not a party to transactions between users unless explicitly stated.
4. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Post false, misleading, or fraudulent listings
- Sell illegal, prohibited, or unsafe items
- Engage in harassment, abuse, or harmful conduct
- Attempt to manipulate transactions or exploit the platform
- Use the platform for unlawful purposes
We reserve the right to remove content and suspend accounts that violate these rules.
5. Listings and Transactions
5.1 Listings
Users are solely responsible for:
- The accuracy of their listings
- The condition and legality of items sold
CollegeLife does not guarantee the quality, safety, or legality of listings.
5.2 Transactions Between Users
- Transactions occur directly between buyers and sellers
- CollegeLife does not guarantee fulfillment, delivery, or quality
Users assume full responsibility when entering into transactions.
6. Wallet and Payments
6.1 Wallet Functionality
CollegeLife may provide a wallet feature that allows users to:
- Store funds
- Send and receive payments
6.2 Payment Processing
Payments may be processed through third-party providers.
CollegeLife:
- Does not act as a bank or financial institution
- Does not guarantee uninterrupted payment services
6.3 Errors and Disputes
Users must report transaction issues promptly.
CollegeLife may assist in resolving disputes but is not obligated to intervene or provide refunds.
7. Fees (If Applicable)
CollegeLife may introduce fees for certain services in the future.
Users will be notified of any applicable fees before they are charged.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- CollegeLife is not liable for losses arising from:
- User transactions
- Fraud, misrepresentation, or disputes between users
- Service interruptions or technical issues
- The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold CollegeLife harmless from any claims, damages, or losses arising from:
- Your use of the platform
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your interactions with other users
10. Account Suspension and Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account if:
- You violate these Terms
- We suspect fraudulent or harmful activity
- Required by law
You may stop using the Service at any time.
11. Data Protection
Your personal information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
12. Intellectual Property
All content, trademarks, and technology related to CollegeLife are owned by or licensed to us.
You may not:
- Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
- Reverse engineer or exploit the platform
13. Third-Party Services
CollegeLife may integrate with third-party services (e.g., payment providers).
We are not responsible for:
- Their performance
- Their terms or policies
14. Changes to the Service
We reserve the right to:
- Modify or discontinue any part of the Service
- Update features or functionality
We are not liable for any resulting impact.
15. Amendments to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of CollegeLife constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
16. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.
17. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms, contact us at:
- Email: legal@collegelife.co.za
- Company: CollegeLife
- Location: South Africa
By using CollegeLife, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
