Acceptable Use Policy

Last Updated: September 16, 2025

1. Introduction

This Acceptable Use Policy ("Policy") governs your use of NaijaGigs ("Platform", "Service", "we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using NaijaGigs, you agree to comply with this Policy. Violation of this Policy may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account without prior notice.

2. Prohibited Activities

Users are strictly prohibited from using NaijaGigs for any of the following purposes:

2.1 Illegal Activities

Any activity that violates Nigerian federal, state, or local laws
Sale of illegal goods or services
Facilitating or promoting illegal activities
Money laundering or terrorist financing
Tax evasion or fraud

2.2 Adult and Explicit Content

Pornography or sexually explicit content
Adult entertainment services
Escort or dating services of a sexual nature
Any content depicting minors in a sexual manner

2.3 Gambling and Betting

Online gambling or betting services
Casino operations
Lottery or raffle services
Sports betting platforms

2.4 Financial Schemes

Cryptocurrency trading or investment advice (unlicensed)
Multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes
Pyramid schemes or Ponzi schemes
Get-rich-quick schemes
High-yield investment programs (HYIPs)

2.5 Fraudulent Activities

Phishing or identity theft
Sale of counterfeit goods
Fake reviews or testimonials
Impersonation of individuals or businesses
Misrepresentation of services or qualifications

2.6 Harmful Content

Hate speech or discriminatory content
Violence or threats of violence
Harassment or bullying
Promotion of self-harm or suicide
Malware, viruses, or malicious software

2.7 Intellectual Property Violations

Copyright infringement
Trademark violations
Selling pirated software or media
Unauthorized use of proprietary information

2.8 Platform Abuse

Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions
Spam or unsolicited mass messaging
Automated scraping or data harvesting
Manipulating ratings or reviews
Circumventing payment or escrow systems

3. Acceptable Use

NaijaGigs is designed for legitimate business services, including but not limited to:

Professional services (consulting, accounting, legal advice)
Creative services (graphic design, writing, video production)
Technical services (web development, software engineering)
Marketing and advertising services
Administrative and virtual assistance
Educational and tutoring services
Home services (cleaning, repairs, maintenance)

4. User Responsibilities

4.1 Users must provide accurate and truthful information during registration and verification.

4.2 Users must maintain the confidentiality of their account credentials.

4.3 Users are responsible for all activities conducted through their accounts.

4.4 Users must complete mandatory identity verification (KYC) before transacting.

4.5 Freelancers must deliver services as described in their offers.

4.6 Clients must release payment promptly after satisfactory service delivery.

5. Monitoring and Enforcement

5.1 Active Monitoring: We actively monitor user activities, job postings, and transactions to detect violations.

5.2 User Reports: Users can report violations through our support system.

5.3 Investigation: Suspected violations will be investigated by our admin team.

5.4 Enforcement Actions: Violations may result in:

Warning notifications
Temporary account suspension
Permanent account termination
Withholding of funds pending investigation
Legal action for serious violations
Cooperation with law enforcement authorities

6. Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or activities that violate this Policy, please report them immediately:

Email: support@naijagigs.net

Subject Line: "AUP Violation Report"

Include: User ID, description of violation, and any supporting evidence (screenshots, links, etc.)

7. Consequences of Violation

First Offense: Warning and content removal
Second Offense: 30-day account suspension
Third Offense: Permanent account termination
Serious Violations: Immediate permanent ban without warning
Fraudulent Activity: Account termination + legal action

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Acceptable Use Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of NaijaGigs after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

9. Contact Information

NaijaGigs

Email: support@naijagigs.net

Business Inquiries: olakunle.oni@naijagigs.net

Website: https://naijagigs.net

By using NaijaGigs, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Acceptable Use Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, you must not use our Platform.