Terms and Conditions

Welcome to Diccogebeya, a professional online business directory platform that connects users with local and international businesses across various sectors.

By accessing or using Dicco, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. These terms govern your access to and use of our services, including browsing, submitting listings, placing ads, reviewing businesses, or interacting with any content on the platform.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use this website. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet these criteria and that all information you provide is truthful and accurate.

2. Services Overview

Dicco provides:

     

      • A searchable directory of business listings.

      • User-generated reviews and ratings.

      • Paid and free listing plans with various benefits.

      • Location-based search and filtering.

      • Contact tools.

    We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any feature or service at our discretion, with or without notice.

    3. Account Registration and Security

       

        • Users and business owners must register to manage listings.

        • You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials.

        • Impersonation or misrepresentation is strictly prohibited.

        • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

      4. Listing Submissions and Business Profiles

      By submitting a business listing:

         

          • You confirm you are authorized to represent the business.

          • You are responsible for the accuracy and legality of all submitted content, including descriptions, images, and contact details.

          • Listings must not promote illegal goods/services or violate any laws.

          • Spam listings or keyword stuffing may lead to immediate removal.

        We reserve the right to approve, edit, reject, or delete any listing at our sole discretion.

        5. Paid Listings, Promotions & Advertising

           

            • Paid plans include subscription modes, features such as top placement, featured status, and media uploads.

            • All payments are final unless otherwise required by law.

            • Subscriptions may auto-renew unless canceled in advance.

            • Ad content must meet our Advertising Guidelines.

            • We reserve the right to remove any ad without refund if it violates these terms.

          6. Reviews, Ratings & User-Generated Content

             

              • Users may post honest, experience-based reviews.

              • Abusive, defamatory, fake, or incentivized reviews are prohibited.

              • Reviews are moderated by both automated filters and manual checks.

              • We may remove or edit any review at our discretion without obligation to justify.

              • By posting content, you grant Dicco a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display that content.

            7. Prohibited Use

            You agree not to:

               

                • Use bots, crawlers, or scraping tools.

                • Upload malware, spam, or engage in phishing.

                • Violate privacy laws, copyright, or trademarks.

                • Resell access to our service or manipulate listing visibility.

              Any misuse may result in termination, legal action, and IP banning.

              8. Moderation and Content Policy

              We employ automated and human moderation to:

                 

                  • Detect spam, abusive behavior, or policy violations.

                  • Hide or flag inappropriate content.

                  • Maintain directory integrity and protect user experience.

                Moderation decisions are final. Appeals may be considered case-by-case.

                9. Intellectual Property Rights

                   

                    • All materials on the Site—logo, design, structure, images, and software—are owned or licensed by Dicco.

                    • You may not copy, modify, distribute, or use our content without written permission.

                    • Businesses retain rights to their own trademarks but grant us a license to use their content in connection with the directory.

                  10. Third-Party Links & External Content

                  Listings may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for:

                     

                      • Content, policies, or actions of third-party sites.

                      • Damages or losses resulting from dealings with external platforms.

                    Users should review third-party terms and privacy practices independently.

                    11. Data Privacy and Use

                       

                        • User location, preferences, listing interactions, and contact forms may be logged for service improvements and analytics.

                        • We do not sell personal data. Aggregated or anonymized data may be shared with partners.

                      12. Disclaimer of Warranties

                      The service is provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties, express or implied. We do not guarantee:

                         

                          • Continuous or error-free access.

                          • Accuracy or reliability of listings.

                          • Results from using the directory.

                        You use this site at your own risk.

                        13. Limitation of Liability

                        To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dicco is not liable for:

                           

                            • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

                            • Loss of business, data, profits, or reputation.

                            • Disputes between users and listed businesses.

                          Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the last 12 months.

                          14. Termination of Access

                          We may suspend or terminate your access:

                             

                              • For any breach of these Terms.

                              • Upon request by law enforcement.

                              • For inactivity or security concerns.

                            Upon termination, your listings, reviews, and account data may be deleted.

                            15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

                            These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Ethiopia, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the competent courts of the Country.

                            16. Changes to Terms

                            We may revise these Terms at any time. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated version. The latest version will always be available on this page.

                            17. Contact Information

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

                            Dicco
                            Atote square,Awassa
                            Email: support@diccogebeya.heptaa.com
                            Phone: 0964939156

                            Effective Date: 05/01/2025
                            Last Updated: 06/15/2025
                            Website: www.diccogebeya.heptaa.com