Terms of Service
These terms govern your use of the EPA Ghana mobile application and services.
Introduction
Welcome to the EPA Ghana mobile application. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our mobile application and related services ("Service") provided by Environmental Protection Agency Ghana ("EPA Ghana", "we", "us", "our").
By downloading, installing, or using the EPA Ghana App, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.
Acceptance of Terms
By creating an account and using the EPA Ghana App, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms. If you are using the App on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
Your continued use of the App after any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
User Responsibilities
Accurate Information
You agree to provide accurate, truthful, and complete information when creating an account and submitting reports. You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of your personal information.
Lawful Use
You agree to use the EPA Ghana App only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not use the App to submit false, misleading, or malicious reports.
Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
Prohibited Activities
You may not: (a) use the App for illegal activities; (b) harass, abuse, or harm others; (c) submit false or fraudulent reports; (d) attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems; (e) interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality.
Service Terms
Service Description
The EPA Ghana App provides a platform for reporting environmental violations, tracking inspection status, and accessing environmental information. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time.
Availability
We strive to maintain high service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The App may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues beyond our control.
Third-Party Services
The App may integrate with third-party services for maps, analytics, or other functionality. Your use of such services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.
Content Standards
You retain ownership of content you submit but grant us a license to use, modify, and display it for the purpose of providing the service. We may remove content that violates these terms.
Legal Compliance
Applicable Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Ghana. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Ghanaian courts.
Regulatory Compliance
You agree to comply with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines when using the App. Reports submitted may be shared with relevant government authorities.
Investigation Cooperation
You agree to cooperate with legitimate investigations related to environmental violations you report. This may include providing additional information or testimony.
Intellectual Property
The EPA Ghana App and its content, features, and functionality are owned by EPA Ghana and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Limitations and Liability
Service Disclaimer
The EPA Ghana App is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the service.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, EPA Ghana shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the App.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold EPA Ghana harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the App.
Report Accuracy
While we strive to ensure report accuracy, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of user-submitted information. Users should verify critical information independently.
Payment Terms
Free Service
Basic features of the EPA Ghana App are provided free of charge to all users.
Premium Features
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Payment Processing
Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Your payment information is encrypted and protected.
Refund Policy
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Subscription Terms
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Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
By using the App, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
Termination
User Termination
You may terminate your account at any time by deleting your account through the App settings or by contacting our support team.
EPA Ghana Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account immediately if you violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or misuse the Service.
Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately. We may delete your account and data, though certain information may be retained as required by law.
Dispute Resolution
Good Faith Negotiation
If you have any dispute with EPA Ghana, we agree to first attempt to resolve it through good faith negotiation.
Mediation
If negotiation fails, disputes may be resolved through mediation before pursuing litigation.
Legal Proceedings
Any legal proceedings shall be conducted in the courts of Ghana, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts.
General Provisions
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and EPA Ghana regarding the use of the App.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
No Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of our right to enforce such provision in the future.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Email: legal@epaghana.gov.gh
Address: Environmental Protection Agency Ghana,
Phone: +233 30 123 4567