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Welcome to The Midnight Market – Your Southern African K-Culture Community! These terms and conditions outline the rules and guidelines for using our website and participating in our community. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to comply with these terms and conditions in their entirety. Please read them carefully.

1. User Conduct:
   a. You agree to engage in respectful and responsible behavior while using our platform.
   b. You will not post, share, or distribute any illegal content, including but not limited to infringing upon intellectual property rights or violating any local, national, or international laws.
   c. Harassment, bullying, hate speech, discriminatory language, or content that targets individuals or groups based on attributes such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability is strictly prohibited.
   d. Do not publish or share other people’s private information without their explicit consent.
   e. Content that incites harm, violence, or promotes any form of discrimination, hatred, or intolerance towards individuals or groups is strictly prohibited.
   f. Spamming, including the repetitive posting of unsolicited or irrelevant content, advertisements, or links, is not allowed.
   g. The sharing, creation, or distribution of any sexual content involving minors is strictly prohibited.
   h. Misinformation and the dissemination of fake news that may harm others or damage the credibility of the community should be avoided.
   i. Content promoting self-harm, suicide, or any other harmful behaviors is strictly prohibited.
   j. Respect any age restrictions and ensure that users below a certain age have obtained parental consent before accessing or engaging with specific content.
2. Intellectual Property:
   a. Respect the intellectual property rights of others and do not infringe upon copyrights, trademarks, or other proprietary rights.
   b. Do not use or modify any content from our platform without obtaining proper authorization or giving appropriate credit.
3. Reporting and Moderation:
   a. We encourage community members to report any content that violates these terms and conditions using our designated reporting tools.
   b. We reserve the right to review and moderate all content posted on our platform.
   c. We may take appropriate action, including warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans, depending on the severity and frequency of content policy violations.
4. Privacy and Data Protection:
   a. We value your privacy and handle your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
   b. Protect your own personal information and exercise caution when sharing information with others on the platform.
5. Third-Party Content and Links:
   a. Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or content. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or quality of such content.
   b. Your use of third-party content or websites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and conditions.
6. Amendments and Modifications:
   a. We reserve the right to amend or modify these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting.
   b. It is your responsibility to regularly review these terms and conditions and stay updated with any modifications.
7. Termination:
   a. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the platform, in whole or in part, at our discretion, without prior notice.
8. Disclaimer of Liability:
   a. We strive to provide a safe and reliable platform, but we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content or services offered.
   b. We are not responsible for any loss, damage, or harm resulting from your use of our platform or reliance on any content available on the platform.
9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction:
   a. These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in South Africa.
10. Indemnification:
    a. You agree to indemnify and hold The Midnight Market, its affiliates, and its employees harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising out of your use of the platform or any violation of these terms and conditions.
11. Entire Agreement:
    a. These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and The Midnight Market regarding your use of the platform, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms and conditions, please refrain from using our platform.