Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Afri KDP (“AFRIKDP”, “we”, “our”, “platform”). Afri KDP is a digital publishing marketplace that enables authors and creators to upload, distribute, and sell digital books and content to global buyers.

By accessing or using the platform, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, you must not use the platform.

2. Eligibility

To use Afri KDP, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old, or have legal parental/guardian consent
• Provide accurate registration information
• Not be restricted under applicable laws from using financial or publishing services

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access where eligibility requirements are not met.

3. Account Responsibility

Users are fully responsible for:

• Maintaining account security
• Protecting login credentials
• All activity conducted under their account

Afri KDP is not responsible for unauthorized access resulting from user negligence.

We may suspend or permanently disable accounts involved in fraud, abuse, or platform manipulation.

4. Platform Role (Marketplace Disclaimer)

Afri KDP operates as a digital publishing marketplace, not the direct seller of all content.

• Authors are independent publishers
• Afri KDP provides infrastructure for hosting, distribution, payment processing, and discovery
• Transactions occur between buyers and authors via the platform

5. Author Content & Licensing

Authors retain full ownership of their intellectual property.

By uploading content, authors grant Afri KDP a:

• Non-exclusive
• Worldwide
• Royalty-based license

This allows Afri KDP to:

• Host content securely
• Display content on the platform
• Promote and market listings
• Distribute and deliver digital files
• Process sales and payouts

This license remains active only while the content is published on Afri KDP.

6. Content Responsibility

Authors are solely responsible for:

• Originality of uploaded content
• Copyright compliance
• Legal rights to distribute materials

Afri KDP does not pre-verify intellectual property ownership for every upload but reserves full rights to remove infringing content at any time.

7. Prohibited Content

The following are strictly prohibited:

• Copyright-infringing or plagiarized works
• Illegal content under applicable laws
• Fraudulent or misleading materials
• Defamatory or harmful content
• Malware or malicious files
• Content violating intellectual property rights
• Any material that threatens platform integrity or user safety

Violation may result in immediate suspension or permanent removal.

8. Pricing, Sales & Payment Model

Afri KDP supports multiple pricing models:

• Fixed price sales
• Free downloads
• Pay What You Want (PWYW)

All payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers (including Paystack and others).

Afri KDP may:

• Convert currencies for display and settlement purposes
• Apply platform fees as disclosed in the system
• Update pricing rules with notice

9. Royalties & Earnings

Authors earn royalties based on the current platform structure.

Revenue distribution may include:

• Author earnings
• Affiliate commissions
• Platform service fees
• Collaborator splits (if enabled)

Afri KDP reserves the right to update revenue structures, provided users are notified through the platform.

10. Affiliate & Split Payments

The platform may support:

• Affiliate referrals
• Revenue sharing between co-authors
• Promotional commissions

All payouts are calculated automatically based on system logs and transaction records.

11. Wallet & Payouts

Creators may accumulate earnings in their Afri KDP wallet.

Payout rules:

• Withdrawals are subject to minimum thresholds
• Identity verification (KYC such as BVN/NIN) may be required
• Bank account verification is required for payouts
• Afri KDP may review transactions before releasing funds

We reserve the right to delay or withhold payouts in cases of suspected fraud, dispute, or policy violations.

12. Digital Delivery Policy

All purchases are fulfilled digitally via:

• Secure download links
• Email delivery
• Cloud-hosted access systems

A transaction is considered completed once:

• Payment is confirmed via payment gateway
• Download link is generated
• Delivery logs are recorded

13. Refund Policy (Digital Goods)

Due to the nature of digital content:

• All sales are final once delivery is completed
• No refunds are issued for change of mind or accidental purchase after access is granted

However:

• Users may contact support in case of technical issues
• Each case will be reviewed individually

Contact: support@afrikdp.com

Possible resolutions include:

• Re-delivery of content
• Technical assistance
• Refund only in verified system failure cases (e.g., failed delivery, duplicate charge)

Chargebacks initiated through financial institutions may result in account review or access restrictions.

14. Disputes & Chargebacks

Afri KDP maintains detailed system logs including:

• Payment confirmation records
• Download access logs
• Delivery timestamps
• IP and transaction metadata

These logs are used to resolve disputes and protect both creators and buyers.

15. Platform Availability

Afri KDP does not guarantee uninterrupted service.

The platform may experience:

• Maintenance downtime
• Updates and upgrades
• Temporary service interruptions

We are not liable for losses caused by system downtime.

16. User Conduct

Users agree not to:

• Manipulate platform systems
• Abuse affiliate or payout systems
• Upload spam or fraudulent content
• Attempt unauthorized access to accounts or backend systems
• Exploit pricing, payment, or download mechanisms

Violations may lead to permanent bans.

17. Account Termination

Afri KDP may suspend or terminate accounts involved in:

• Fraud or payment abuse
• Copyright violations
• Illegal activity
• System manipulation
• Repeated policy violations

Termination may include removal of content and withholding of pending payouts where necessary.

18. Intellectual Property (Platform Rights)

All platform elements including:

• Software
• UI/UX design
• Branding
• Logos
• Codebase
• System architecture

remain the exclusive property of Afri KDP.

19. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold Afri KDP harmless from:

• Claims arising from uploaded content
• Copyright disputes
• Legal violations caused by user activity

20. Limitation of Liability

Afri KDP shall not be liable for:

• Indirect or consequential damages
• Loss of income
• Data loss outside system control
• Third-party service failures (e.g., payment gateways)

21. Privacy & Data Use

Afri KDP collects:

• Account information
• Transaction data
• Payment records
• Download logs
• Email data for delivery and communication

We do not sell personal data.

Data is used strictly for:

• Platform operation
• Security monitoring
• Payment processing
• User communication

22. Security Systems

The platform uses:

• Secure authentication (JWT)
• Password hashing (bcrypt)
• Cloudflare security layers
• Secure file storage (R2 or equivalent)
• Payment gateway verification systems

These systems are designed to protect both creators and buyers.

23. Modifications to Terms

Afri KDP may update these Terms at any time.

Continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

24. Governing Law

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

25. Contact

For support, disputes, or legal inquiries:

support@afrikdp.com