Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: October 2025
Welcome to Jivebay. By using our platform, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. Jivebay is a controlled student marketplace designed to ensure safety, legality, and trust.
1. Student Eligibility
- Jivebay is restricted to verified students of Nigerian tertiary institutions.
- Seller accounts require institutional verification (ID or school email).
- Non-student or commercial misuse of accounts may result in suspension.
2. Safe Trade & Payment Policy
Jivebay operates a controlled transaction system to protect both Buyers and Sellers.
- No Direct Payments: Buyers do not transfer money directly to sellers.
- Platform Escrow: All payments are made to Jivebay and held securely.
- Controlled Release: Funds are released to sellers only after buyer confirmation.
- No Direct Contact: Buyers and sellers communicate only through Jivebay.
- Dispute Window: Buyers may report issues before payment release.
3. Prohibited Items & Activities
- Illegal drugs, substances, or alcohol.
- Weapons, explosives, or dangerous items.
- Stolen or unowned property.
- Academic fraud materials.
- Adult, sexual, or exploitative services.
4. Fraud & Abuse
- Any form of fraud, impersonation, or deception results in immediate ban.
- Jivebay may withhold or reverse funds during investigations.
- We cooperate with school authorities and law enforcement where required.
5. Liability & Responsibility
Jivebay is not responsible for the quality, condition, or suitability of items listed. Responsibility for product accuracy rests solely with the seller.
Jivebay is responsible for:
- Transaction security and payment handling
- User verification and access control
- Preventing illegal and unsafe listings