Effective Date: June 3, 2025

Welcome to Classiry Nigeria, operated by FirstBy Retail Limited. These Terms of Service govern your use of our website at https://classiry.ng and our classified advertising services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Classiry Nigeria, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our services.

2. Description of Service

Classiry Nigeria is an online classified advertising platform that allows users to post, browse, and respond to classified advertisements across various categories including but not limited to vehicles, real estate, jobs, services, electronics, and general merchandise.

3. User Registration and Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

  • You must provide accurate 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
  • One person may maintain only one active account

3.2 Account Responsibility

  • You are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms

4. Posting Guidelines and Restrictions

4.1 Permitted Content

  • Listings must be for legitimate goods or services
  • All information in listings must be accurate and truthful
  • Items must be legally owned by the seller
  • Services offered must be legal in Nigeria

4.2 Prohibited Content and Activities

You may not post or engage in:

  • Illegal items or services
  • Fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive content
  • Copyrighted material without permission
  • Adult content or services
  • Weapons, drugs, or other prohibited items
  • Pyramid schemes or multi-level marketing
  • Spam or duplicate postings
  • Content that violates intellectual property rights
  • Discriminatory or offensive content

4.3 Content Standards

  • All listings must include accurate descriptions and legitimate contact information
  • Images must be of the actual item being sold
  • Prices must be clearly stated in Nigerian Naira
  • Contact information must be current and functional

5. User Conduct

5.1 Acceptable Behavior

  • Communicate respectfully with other users
  • Respond promptly to legitimate inquiries
  • Complete transactions as agreed
  • Report suspicious or fraudulent activity

5.2 Prohibited Behavior

  • Harassment or abuse of other users
  • Impersonating another person or entity
  • Attempting to circumvent our security measures
  • Using automated tools to access our services
  • Collecting user information without consent

6. Payment and Fees

6.1 Basic Services

Basic listing services are provided free of charge to users.

6.2 Premium Services

Certain premium features may require payment. All fees are clearly disclosed before purchase and are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

6.3 Third-Party Payments

We are not responsible for payments made directly between users. All transaction disputes must be resolved between the parties involved.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Platform Content

All content on Classiry Nigeria, including design, text, graphics, and software, is owned by FirstBy Retail Limited and protected by Nigerian and international copyright laws.

7.2 User Content

  • You retain ownership of content you post
  • By posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive license to display, distribute, and promote your listings
  • You represent that you have all necessary rights to the content you post

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

9.1 Service Availability

  • Classiry Nigeria is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
  • We reserve the right to modify or discontinue services at any time

9.2 User Content

  • We do not verify the accuracy of user-posted content
  • We are not responsible for the quality, safety, or legality of listed items
  • Users interact at their own risk

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 General Limitations

FirstBy Retail Limited shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
  • Damages exceeding the amount paid for premium services in the past 12 months
  • Actions or omissions of other users

10.2 Transaction Disputes

We are not a party to transactions between users and accept no responsibility for:

  • Quality or condition of items
  • Payment disputes
  • Delivery issues
  • Fraudulent activities by users

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless FirstBy Retail Limited from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of our services
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Content you post on our platform

12. Content Moderation and Removal

12.1 Our Rights

We reserve the right to:

  • Review, modify, or remove any content
  • Suspend or terminate user accounts
  • Refuse service to any user
  • Take any action necessary to maintain platform integrity

12.2 Reporting Violations

Users can report violations by contacting [email protected]. We will investigate reports and take appropriate action.

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by User

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting [email protected].

13.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate your account immediately for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Repeated community guideline violations
  • Non-payment of fees for premium services

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Applicable Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

14.2 Dispute Resolution

  • Disputes should first be addressed through direct communication
  • Unresolved disputes may be submitted to mediation
  • Legal proceedings must be conducted in Nigerian courts

15. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at:

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Community Guidelines, constitute the complete agreement between you and FirstBy Retail Limited regarding your use of Classiry Nigeria.

Last Updated: June 3, 2025 FirstBy Retail Limited – Classiry Nigeria