Terms and Conditions for Mziqi.com
Last Updated: August 17, 2025
Welcome to Mziqi.com (“Mziqi,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a platform dedicated to providing free music downloads, DJ mixes, and user-uploaded music content, focusing on African music genres such as Afrobeat, Bongo, Gospel, Amapiano, Afropop, Highlife, Hiplife, Hausa, Singeli, and more. By accessing or using Mziqi.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Mziqi.com, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian, and you agree to comply with these Terms. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such changes will be effective upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
2. Use of the Website
2.1 License to Use
Mziqi grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes, including downloading and streaming DJ mixes and music content, provided you comply with these Terms and give proper credit to artists and contributors as specified.
2.2 User Guidelines
You agree to use the Website in a manner that is lawful, respectful, and consistent with these Terms. You shall not:
- Upload, share, or distribute content that is illegal, obscene, defamatory, or infringes on intellectual property rights.
- Use the Website to distribute malware, viruses, or any harmful code.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, or any associated systems.
- Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the Website’s functionality or other users’ experiences.
3. User-Generated Content
3.1 Uploading Content
Mziqi allows users to upload music and DJ mixes to the Website (“User Content”). By uploading User Content, you represent and warrant that:
- You own or have the necessary licenses, rights, or permissions to upload and share the content.
- The content does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks, or publicity rights.
- The content complies with these Terms and all applicable laws.
3.2 License to User Content
By uploading User Content, you grant Mziqi a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, display, and perform the User Content in connection with operating and promoting the Website, including through monetization (e.g., Google AdSense or other advertising networks). You retain ownership of your User Content, subject to the license granted herein.
3.3 Content Moderation
Mziqi reserves the right, but is not obligated, to review, monitor, or remove any User Content at its sole discretion, especially if it violates these Terms or applicable laws. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or appropriateness of User Content.
4. Intellectual Property
4.1 Mziqi Content
All content on the Website, including DJ mixes, music, text, graphics, logos, and software (excluding User Content), is the property of Mziqi or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of Mziqi content without prior written permission.
4.2 Copyright Infringement
Mziqi respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that any content on the Website infringes your copyright, please submit a notice to us at [insert contact email] with the following information:
- A description of the copyrighted work.
- A description of the infringing material and its location on the Website.
- Your contact information.
- A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner.
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.
- Your electronic or physical signature.
We will investigate and respond to valid copyright infringement notices by applicable laws.
5. Monetization
Mziqi may monetize the Website through advertising networks such as Google AdSense or other third-party services. You acknowledge that advertisements may be displayed on the Website, and we are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party advertisers.
6. Technology Limitations
6.1 Availability
Mziqi strives to ensure the Website is available and functional, but does not guarantee uninterrupted access or error-free operation. The Website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or other reasons beyond our control.
6.2 Compatibility
You are responsible for ensuring your devices and software are compatible with the Website. Mziqi is not liable for any issues arising from incompatibility or technical limitations of your equipment.
7. Modifications
Mziqi reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website, including features, content, or services, at any time without notice. We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from such changes.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Mziqi does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on the Website.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mziqi and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website, including loss of data, profits, or goodwill, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mziqi and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Website, your User Content, or your violation of these Terms.
11. Termination
Mziqi may terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or applicable laws. Upon termination, your license to use the Website and any content will cease, but provisions related to intellectual property, indemnification, and limitation of liability will survive.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of Kenya, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Kenya or South Africa.
13. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at [insert contact email].
14. Miscellaneous
- Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Mziqi regarding the use of the Website.
- Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
- No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
Thank you for using Mziqi.com. Enjoy the music!