Terms of Service

Rules and guidelines for using Masinte

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Masinte's website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

These Terms govern your use of our website, products, and services. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

1. Account Registration

Account Creation

  • You must provide accurate, current, and complete information when creating an account
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You must be at least 18 years old to create an account
  • You are responsible for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

Account Termination

  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms
  • You may close your account at any time through your account settings
  • Upon termination, your right to use the services ceases immediately

2. Products and Services

Product Information

  • We strive to provide accurate product descriptions and pricing
  • Prices are subject to change without notice
  • We reserve the right to limit quantities of products purchased
  • Product availability is not guaranteed

Order Acceptance

  • Your receipt of an order confirmation does not signify our acceptance of your order
  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason
  • We may contact you if all or any portion of your order is canceled

3. Pricing and Payment

Pricing

  • All prices are displayed in USD and include applicable taxes
  • Shipping costs are additional and displayed at checkout
  • We reserve the right to correct pricing errors
  • Promotional discounts cannot be combined unless specified

Payment Methods

  • We accept various payment methods as listed at checkout
  • You must provide current, complete, and accurate payment information
  • You agree to pay all charges incurred under your account
  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for payment issues

4. Shipping and Delivery

Delivery Terms

  • Delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed
  • Risk of loss passes to you upon delivery to the specified address
  • You must provide accurate shipping information
  • Additional shipping fees may apply to remote areas

Delivery Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for inspecting items upon delivery
  • Report any damage or discrepancies within 48 hours
  • Someone must be available to receive the delivery

5. Returns and Refunds

Return Policy

  • Items may be returned within 30 days of delivery
  • Items must be unused, unworn, and in original packaging
  • Return shipping is free for qualifying orders
  • Refunds are processed within 5-7 business days

Non-Returnable Items

  • Personalized or customized items
  • Perishable goods
  • Items marked as final sale
  • Digital downloads

6. Intellectual Property

Website Content

  • All content on our website is owned by Masinte or our partners
  • You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without permission
  • Trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners

User Content

  • You retain ownership of content you submit to our site
  • By submitting content, you grant us a license to use it
  • You represent that you have the right to submit such content

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Data Collection

  • We collect personal information as described in our Privacy Policy
  • We use this information to provide and improve our services
  • We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data

Data Usage

  • We may use your data to personalize your experience
  • We may send you promotional communications (you can opt out)
  • We may share data with service providers as necessary

8. Prohibited Activities

Forbidden Uses

  • Using our services for illegal or unauthorized purposes
  • Interfering with or disrupting our services
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Using automated tools to access our website
  • Violating any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringing on intellectual property rights
  • Harassing, threatening, or abusing other users

9. Limitation of Liability

Disclaimer of Warranties

  • Our services are provided "as is" without warranties
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
  • We are not responsible for third-party content or services

Limitation of Damages

  • Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for the service
  • We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability

10. Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of Zimbabwe
  • Any disputes will be resolved under Zimbabwean law
  • United Nations Convention on Contracts for International Sale of Goods does not apply

Resolution Process

  • We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any issues
  • If disputes cannot be resolved, they may be submitted to arbitration
  • Class action waivers may apply as permitted by law

11. General Provisions

Modifications

  • We may modify these Terms at any time
  • Changes will be effective upon posting on our website
  • Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes

Severability

  • If any provision is invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect
  • Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid ones that achieve similar purposes

Entire Agreement

  • These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Masinte
  • They supersede all prior agreements or communications

Questions About These Terms

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: legal@masinte.co.zw

Phone: +263 (782) 879-972

Address: 123 Shopping Street, Harare, Zimbabwe

Last Updated: April 19, 2026