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Terms of Service

Last updated: July 4, 2026
Section 1

About Startups Repo

Startups Repo is an African startup discovery platform operated by Nick Kioko ("we," "us," or "our"), based in Nairobi, Kenya. The platform allows founders to list their startups and allows visitors to discover, search, and explore African startups.

By accessing or using Startups Repo ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, do not use the Platform.

Section 2

Who Can Use the Platform

You may use the Platform if you are at least 18 years old and capable of forming a binding agreement. By using the Platform you represent that this is true.

There are two types of users:

  • Visitors — anyone who browses the directory without an account.
  • Founders — individuals who create an account to list a startup.
Section 3

Founder Accounts

To list a startup you must create an account using Google sign-in or a magic link sent to your email address. You are responsible for all activity under your account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when listing your startup and to update that information when it changes.

We reserve the right to suspend or remove any account that violates these Terms.

Section 4

Listing Your Startup

By submitting a startup listing you represent and warrant that:

  • You are the founder, co-founder, or an authorised representative of the startup.
  • All information submitted is accurate and not misleading.
  • The startup is a real operating or early-stage venture, not a fictitious or fraudulent entity.
  • You own or have the right to use any logos, images, or content you submit.
  • Your listing does not violate any applicable law or third-party rights.

We review all submissions before they go live. We reserve the right to reject, remove, or modify any listing at our sole discretion without notice or explanation.

Section 5

Content You Submit

By submitting content to the Platform — including your startup name, description, story, traction data, and any other information — you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, display, reproduce, and distribute that content on the Platform and in our content, including but not limited to social media posts, newsletters, and video content.

You retain ownership of your content. You can remove your listing at any time by contacting us.

Section 6

Content Standards

You agree not to submit content that:

  • Is false, misleading, or fraudulent
  • Infringes any intellectual property, privacy, or other rights
  • Contains spam, unsolicited promotions, or irrelevant material
  • Is defamatory, harassing, threatening, or abusive
  • Violates any applicable law or regulation
Section 7

Our Content and Platform

All content created by us — including the platform design, scripts, editorial content, and any AI-generated material — is owned by us or our licensors. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute it without our written permission.

Section 8

Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, including startup websites submitted by founders. We do not endorse or take responsibility for any third-party content, products, or services. Use them at your own risk.

Section 9

No Investment Advice

Nothing on the Platform constitutes investment advice, financial advice, or a recommendation to invest in any startup. Startups Repo is a discovery tool only. Always conduct your own due diligence before making any investment decision.

Section 10

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not verify the accuracy of any founder-submitted information beyond our standard review process.

Section 11

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Platform, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Section 12

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. We will notify registered founders of material changes by email. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

Section 13

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Kenya. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Nairobi, Kenya.

Section 14

Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at: [email protected]

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