Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Mzansiwood Films (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
By accessing, browsing, or using our website or streaming services (collectively, the “Platform”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”).
Please read them carefully before using the Platform.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you may not access or use our services.

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⚖️ Mzansiwood Films – Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: October 2025

If you do not agree with these Terms, you may not access or use our services.

1. About Mzansiwood Films

Mzansiwood Films (Pty) Ltd is a South African film distribution and content streaming company that provides creators and audiences with tools to upload, distribute, stream, and monetize creative works through our digital platform.

2. Eligibility

To use the Platform, you must:

Be at least 18 years old, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18.
Have the legal right and authority to enter into this agreement.
Use the Platform only for lawful purposes.

3. Account Registration

You must create an account to upload, distribute, or stream content.
You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login details.
Mzansiwood Films is not liable for any loss or damage from unauthorized account access.

4. Use of the Platform

You agree to use the Platform only for legitimate and legal purposes, including:

Streaming or viewing authorized content.
Uploading or distributing your original or licensed work.
Engaging with other users respectfully and lawfully.

You may not:

Upload or distribute content that infringes on intellectual property rights.
Post or stream pornographic, violent, defamatory, hateful, or illegal content.
Attempt to hack, scrape, or reverse-engineer our platform.
Circumvent or tamper with digital rights management (DRM) or security features.

Violation of these terms may result in suspension or permanent account termination.

5. Content Ownership and Licensing

You retain full ownership and copyright of any content you upload.
By uploading, you grant Mzansiwood Films a non-exclusive, worldwide license to host, stream, distribute, and promote your content on our platform and associated channels.
You confirm that you own all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions for any content submitted.
Mzansiwood Films reserves the right to reject, remove, or restrict any content that violates our policies or legal requirements.

6. Monetization and Payments

Filmmakers and content owners may earn revenue from views, subscriptions, or advertisements based on our internal payment model.
Payments are made in accordance with your Creator Agreement or Distribution Contract, if applicable.
Mzansiwood Films reserves the right to adjust revenue models as platform features evolve.
All payments are processed through secure, verified gateways.

7. Intellectual Property

All platform content, technology, trademarks, and design — including the Mzansiwood Films name and logo — are owned or licensed by Mzansiwood Films (Pty) Ltd.
You may not copy, reproduce, or use any materials from the Platform without written consent.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

We respect your privacy.
Mzansiwood Films complies with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) and GDPR regulations.
Please review our separate Privacy Policy for more details on how we collect, use, and protect your data.

9. Security

We use industry-standard encryption, firewalls, and DRM systems to protect your data and content.
However, no online system is completely secure. By using the Platform, you accept that you use it at your own risk, and Mzansiwood Films cannot guarantee absolute protection against cyber threats.

10. Subscription and Billing

Subscription fees are billed monthly or annually, depending on your chosen plan.
You can cancel your subscription anytime through your account settings.
No refunds will be issued for partial billing periods or early cancellations, unless required by law.

11. Termination

Mzansiwood Films may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform if:

You breach these Terms.
You engage in unlawful activity.
You misuse or harm the platform’s operations or reputation.

You may also terminate your account at any time by deleting it or contacting support.

12. Limitation of Liability

Mzansiwood Films is not liable for:

Loss of revenue, data, or profits arising from your use or inability to use the Platform.
Content posted by other users or third parties.
Temporary service interruptions, bugs, or errors.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, our total liability shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us in the preceding six (6) months.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mzansiwood Films, its directors, employees, and affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, or expenses arising out of:

Your content submissions.
Your breach of these Terms.
Your misuse of the Platform.

14. Changes to These Terms

Mzansiwood Films reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time.
Any updates will be posted on our website with the revised “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of the Platform after such changes means you accept the new Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
Any disputes shall be resolved through arbitration or the appropriate South African courts.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:

Mzansiwood Films (Pty) Ltd
📍 Johannesburg, South Africa
📧 Email: legal@mzansiwoodfilms.co.za
🌐 Website: www.mzansiwoodfilms.co.za

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