Please read these terms carefully before using our platform
By accessing or using Living In Uganda , you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our platform.
For business listings and partnerships: Additional terms may apply. Please contact us for more information.
Living In Uganda ("we", "our", "us") is Uganda's premier online directory and discovery platform. We provide a comprehensive, curated guide to:
By using Living In Uganda , you represent and warrant that:
You are at least 18 years old or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction.
You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts and agreements.
You will comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
You have not been previously banned or suspended from using our platform.
To access certain features such as bookmarking content, leaving reviews, or submitting listings, you may need to create an account.
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Accurate Information | Provide truthful, accurate, and current information during registration |
| Secure Credentials | Keep your password and login credentials confidential and secure |
| Notify Us | Immediately inform us of any unauthorized access or security breach |
| Account Responsibility | You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account |
| Update Information | Keep your account information up-to-date and accurate |
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or pose a security risk to our platform or users.
Users may submit various types of content including business listings, event information, reviews, photos, and other materials.
By submitting content to Living In Uganda , you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, perpetual, and transferable license to:
You own or have permission to publish the content
The content is truthful, accurate, and not misleading
The content complies with all applicable laws
We reserve the right to:
We encourage honest, constructive reviews that help other users make informed decisions. However, all reviews must comply with our community guidelines.
To maintain a safe, secure, and trustworthy platform, the following activities are strictly prohibited:
Violations of these prohibitions may result in immediate account suspension or termination, removal of content, legal action, and reporting to law enforcement authorities where applicable.
All content on Living In Uganda , including but not limited to:
...is owned by or licensed to Living In Uganda and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:
If you believe your intellectual property rights have been violated, please contact us with the following information:
Living In Uganda may contain links to third-party websites, services, businesses, and resources that are not owned or controlled by us.
When you access third-party websites or services through our platform, you do so at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. We are not liable for any damages, losses, or issues arising from your use of third-party services.
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information:
We recommend verifying critical information directly with the business or service provider before making decisions or commitments.
Information on Living In Uganda is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice (legal, medical, financial, or otherwise). Always consult with qualified professionals for specific advice related to your situation.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, Living In Uganda AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.
Financial losses, expenses, or costs incurred
Lost profits, business interruption, or opportunities
Loss of data, content, or information
We are not liable for damages resulting from:
If we are found liable for any damages despite these limitations, our total liability shall not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or (b) UGX 100,000 (One Hundred Thousand Uganda Shillings).
Note: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Living In Uganda , its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the platform.
If someone sues us because of something you did on our platform, you agree to:
We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claim.
You may terminate your account at any time by:
We may suspend or terminate your account immediately, without prior notice, if:
| What Happens | Details |
|---|---|
| Access Revoked | Your right to access and use the platform ends immediately |
| Content Removal | We may delete your content, but some may remain in backups or archives |
| Data Retention | We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate purposes |
| Surviving Terms | Certain provisions (liability, indemnification, etc.) survive termination |
If your account is suspended (not terminated), you may request reactivation by contacting us and addressing the issues that led to suspension. We reserve the right to approve or deny reactivation requests at our sole discretion.
Before initiating formal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to resolve disputes informally:
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Uganda, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in:
Specifically, the courts located in Kampala, Uganda
You consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts
By mutual agreement, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration:
You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.
Any claim or cause of action arising from or related to your use of the platform must be filed within one (1) year after the claim or cause of action arose, or it will be permanently barred.
We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms of Service at any time, at our sole discretion. Changes may be made for various reasons including legal compliance, business needs, or service improvements.
We'll send notice to your registered email address
Prominent notice on our website or app
"Last Updated" date at the top of this page
| Change Type | Notice Period | Your Options |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Changes | Effective immediately upon posting | Continue using or stop using the platform |
| Material Changes | 30 days advance notice | Accept changes or terminate your account |
| Legal Requirements | As required by law (may be immediate) | Comply with changes or stop using platform |
It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for changes. We recommend checking:
Your continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the platform and may terminate your account.
We maintain a record of significant changes to these Terms:
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the platform, constitute the entire agreement between you and Living In Uganda regarding your use of the platform. They supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications, whether written or oral.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable. If modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force.
No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms of Service, please don't hesitate to contact us:
General Inquiries:
info@livingin.ug
Legal Matters:
legal@livingin.ug
Business Partnerships:
partnerships@livingin.ug
We strive to respond to all inquiries within 2-3 business days. For urgent matters, please mark your email as "URGENT" in the subject line.
By using Living In Uganda , you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Living In Uganda .
If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease using our platform and services.