Legal Agreement

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Postboard (“the Platform”), you agree to be bound by this Legal Agreement.

If you do not agree, you must not use the Platform.

Postboard is an open-access public advertisement board that operates without user registration, accounts, or identity verification.

2. Nature of the Platform

Postboard operates as:

  • A public advertisement posting platform
  • An anonymous commenting system
  • A fully open-access service

The Platform does not:

  • Require login or registration
  • Verify user identities
  • Confirm ownership of posts
  • Protect posts from deletion

All users acknowledge that:

  • Any visitor may delete any post.
  • Usernames are self-assigned and unverified.
  • Usernames may be changed at any time.
  • Content may be altered or removed without notice.

3. Platform Neutrality

Postboard operates solely as a neutral hosting platform.

We do not:

  • Create user content
  • Edit advertisements
  • Endorse products or services
  • Guarantee legitimacy of listings

The presence of content does not constitute approval or endorsement.

4. User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

  • The content you post
  • The accuracy of your advertisements
  • Any agreements or transactions entered into
  • Any consequences arising from your use of the Platform

All interactions and transactions are conducted entirely at your own risk.

5. Prohibited Content

The following is strictly prohibited:

Illegal Content

  • Content violating South African or international law
  • Fraudulent or deceptive advertising
  • Promotion of illegal goods or services
  • Copyright infringement

Malicious Content

  • Harassment, threats, abuse
  • Hate speech or discrimination
  • Defamation
  • Malware or harmful links
  • Spam or automated abuse

Explicit Content

  • Pornographic material
  • Graphic violence
  • Obscene content

Postboard reserves the right to remove content at its sole discretion.

6. No Duty to Monitor

Postboard has no obligation to:

  • Monitor all content
  • Pre-screen posts
  • Investigate every complaint

We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to remove content at any time.

7. Deletion & Data Loss

Because the Platform is fully open:

  • Any user may delete any post.
  • Content may be permanently removed.
  • Deleted content may not be recoverable.

Postboard is not responsible for loss of content.

8. Disclaimer of Liability

The Platform is provided “as is” and “as available.”

To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, Postboard shall not be liable for:

  • Financial losses
  • Fraud or scams
  • Misleading advertisements
  • Disputes between users
  • Loss of profit
  • Loss of business opportunity
  • Loss of data
  • Reputational damage
  • Indirect or consequential damages

Postboard’s total liability for any claim shall not exceed R100.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Postboard, its owners, operators, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, legal fees, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Platform
  • Your posted content
  • Your violation of this Agreement

10. Privacy Notice (POPIA Compliance)

This section complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

10.1 No Account Collection

Postboard does not require registration, email addresses, or identity verification.

10.2 Information Collected Automatically

We may collect limited technical information such as IP addresses, browser types, and usage logs solely for security, abuse prevention, and system performance.

10.3 Cookies and Local Storage

The Platform uses a persistent cookie to store your self-assigned chatroom username. This is used solely for your convenience to maintain your chat session across browser visits. You may clear this cookie at any time by selecting "Change" in the chatroom or via your browser settings.

We do not sell personal information.

11. Lawful Basis for Processing

Information is processed under:

  • Legitimate interest (platform security and abuse prevention)
  • Legal obligation (where required)

12. Data Retention

Technical data may be retained for a limited period for security investigations and legal compliance. We do not retain data longer than necessary.

13. Information Officer (POPIA)

In compliance with POPIA, our Information Officer handles privacy requests. Details are available via our Contacts Page.

14. Complaints

If you believe your personal information is being processed unlawfully, you may contact the Information Regulator (South Africa) at https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/.

15. External Links

Postboard is not responsible for third-party websites, external privacy practices, or external transactions.

16. Jurisdiction

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.

17. Changes to This Agreement

Postboard may update this Legal Agreement at any time. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.