Seller Agreement

👨‍💼 For Vendors Only

By creating a seller account on IgetAm, you agree to this Seller Agreement. You are 100% responsible for your listings and transactions.

1. Acceptance

By creating a seller account and listing products/services on IgetAm Marketplace ("Platform"), you ("Seller") agree to be bound by this Seller Agreement, the Terms of Use, and all Platform policies.

2. Seller Obligations

2.1 Legality of Goods and Services

Sellers warrant and represent that:

All products/services offered are legal to sell, possess, and distribute in Nigeria
All items comply with applicable Nigerian laws, regulations, and standards
Sellers possess all necessary licenses, permits, and authorizations
No products infringe intellectual property rights or trademarks
No counterfeit, stolen, or fraudulent goods will be listed

2.2 Accuracy of Listings

Sellers are solely responsible for ensuring that all listings contain:

Accurate descriptions of products/services (condition, specifications, features)
Truthful pricing with no hidden fees or misleading information
Genuine photographs of actual items (not stock images unless disclosed)
Honest condition statements (new, used, refurbished, etc.)
Accurate availability (do not list items you cannot supply)

2.3 Product Quality and Authenticity

Sellers guarantee that:

Products match descriptions and images provided
Items are authentic and not counterfeit
Goods are safe, functional, and fit for intended purpose
Services are delivered as promised

2.4 Compliance with Nigerian Laws

Sellers must comply with:

Consumer Protection Council Act (CPC Act) 1992
Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) product standards
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) regulations (if applicable)
Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2018
Tax laws (VAT, income tax, business registration)
Employment laws (if hiring staff)
Environmental regulations (waste disposal, packaging)

3. Prohibited Items

🚫 STRICTLY PROHIBITED

Sellers SHALL NOT list:

❌ Illegal drugs, narcotics, or controlled substances
❌ Weapons, firearms, explosives, or ammunition
❌ Stolen goods or items of questionable origin
❌ Counterfeit or pirated products
❌ Human organs, body parts, or biological materials
❌ Endangered species or wildlife products
❌ Adult content, pornography, or sexually explicit materials
❌ Fraudulent services (e.g., fake diplomas, forged documents)
❌ Pyramid schemes or multi-level marketing schemes
❌ Hazardous or toxic materials without proper licensing

⚠️ Violation will result in immediate account termination without refund.

4. Seller Liability for Disputes

4.1 Direct Responsibility

Sellers acknowledge and agree that they are 100% responsible for:

All disputes with buyers regarding product quality, delivery, or payment
Honoring representations and commitments made to buyers
Providing refunds, replacements, or remedies as appropriate
Resolving complaints in good faith
Legal liability for defective, counterfeit, or dangerous products

4.2 Platform Non-Involvement

⚠️ Platform is NOT a Party to Transactions

THE PLATFORM IS NOT A PARTY TO TRANSACTIONS and has NO OBLIGATION to:

• Mediate disputes between sellers and buyers
• Enforce seller obligations or buyer claims
• Provide refunds, compensation, or remedies
• Verify buyer complaints or seller defenses

4.3 Buyer Claims

If a buyer files a legal claim against a seller, the seller shall:

Defend the claim at their own expense
Indemnify the Platform for any losses arising from the claim
Not involve the Platform in litigation

5. Indemnification

Sellers agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless IGETAM DIGITAL COMMERCE LTD, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Seller's listings, products, or services
Breach of this Seller Agreement or Terms of Use
Violation of any laws or third-party rights
Seller's negligence or wrongful conduct
Product defects, safety issues, or health hazards
Intellectual property infringement claims
Consumer protection claims or regulatory actions
Any transactions between seller and buyers

6. Platform Rights

6.1 Right to Remove Listings

The Platform reserves the absolute and unconditional right to:

Remove any listing at any time without notice or explanation
Suspend or terminate seller accounts for policy violations
Refuse to publish or restore removed listings
Modify, edit, or relocate listings for Platform organization

6.2 No Guarantee of Visibility

The Platform does NOT guarantee:

Listing visibility, ranking, or placement
Sales, inquiries, or buyer engagement
Continued availability of Platform services
Specific traffic or exposure levels

7. Payment of Fees

7.1 Access Fee

💰 Annual Subscription: ₦2,000/Year

Sellers must pay an annual subscription fee of ₦2,000 before storefront activation. This fee:

✓ Non-refundable under any circumstances
✓ Provides 12 months of unlimited access to the platform
✓ Renews annually to maintain seller status
✓ Not contingent on sales performance or Platform success
✓ Subject to change for new registrations (existing sellers unaffected during active subscription)

7.2 No Additional Transaction Fees

Beyond the annual subscription, the Platform does NOT charge:

Commission on sales
Per-listing fees
Percentage-based transaction fees
Additional monthly fees

7.3 Subscription Expiry and Renewal

Sellers acknowledge that:

Subscriptions expire after 12 months from the payment date
Seller status will be deactivated upon subscription expiry
Listings will be hidden until subscription is renewed
Renewal requires payment of the current annual fee
No automatic refunds or pro-rata refunds for unused subscription time

8. Account Security

Sellers must:

Maintain confidentiality of login credentials
Use strong, unique passwords
Enable two-factor authentication if available
Notify Platform immediately of unauthorized access
Accept responsibility for all activities under their account

9. Seller Conduct

Sellers must NOT:

Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
Manipulate prices or engage in anti-competitive practices
Post fake reviews or ratings
Harass, defame, or threaten buyers or other sellers
Spam buyers with unsolicited messages
Use Platform data for purposes outside the Platform
Reverse-engineer or scrape Platform content

10. Taxation

Sellers are solely responsible for:

Registering for and paying all applicable taxes (VAT, income tax, business taxes)
Obtaining tax identification numbers (TIN)
Filing tax returns and maintaining financial records
Compliance with Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) requirements

The Platform does NOT withhold taxes or provide tax advice.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by Seller

Sellers may terminate their account at any time by notifying the Platform. No refunds will be provided.

11.2 Termination by Platform

The Platform may terminate seller accounts immediately and without notice for:

Violation of this Agreement or Terms of Use
Prohibited item listings
Fraudulent or illegal activity
Multiple buyer complaints
Non-payment of fees
Any reason deemed appropriate by the Platform

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

All listings will be removed
Access to seller dashboard will be revoked
No refund of access fee
Outstanding obligations survive termination (indemnification, liability)

12. Limitation of Liability

⚖️ Maximum Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, the Platform's total liability to any seller SHALL NOT EXCEED ₦2,000 (the access fee paid). The Platform is NOT LIABLE for:

• Lost profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Buyer disputes, refund claims, or chargebacks
• Product liability claims
• Regulatory fines or penalties
• Any indirect, consequential, or punitive damages

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement is governed by Nigerian law. Disputes shall be resolved through:

Good-faith negotiation (30 days)
Binding arbitration in Lagos, Nigeria (if negotiation fails)
Lagos State courts (for non-arbitrable matters)

14. Contact

For questions about this Seller Agreement:

IGETAM DIGITAL COMMERCE LTD

Email: sellers@igetam.com

Address: Lagos, Nigeria

By creating a seller account, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Seller Agreement.