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Terms of Service

Last updated: July 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Grooove platform ("Platform"), including any web application, mobile interface, or related service operated by Grooove (Pty) Ltd ("Grooove", "we", "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").

If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Platform. These Terms apply to all users, including venue operators, guests, promoters, and any other party accessing the Platform.

2. Use of Platform

You may use the Platform only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Platform in any way that violates applicable South African law or regulation
  • Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Platform or its related systems
  • Use the Platform to harass, abuse, or harm another person
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Platform

Grooove reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Platform for any user who violates these Terms.

Users may request account deletion at any time by emailing groooveza@gmail.com. Requests will be processed within 30 days, subject to legal retention requirements.

3. Venue Responsibilities

Venues that register on Grooove ("Venue Operators") are responsible for:

  • Ensuring all information provided on their profile is accurate, current, and not misleading
  • Honouring confirmed bookings made through the Platform
  • Maintaining appropriate licences, permits, and compliance with South African hospitality law
  • Ensuring their staff are aware of and abide by the booking commitments made through Grooove
  • Promptly updating availability, pricing, or operational changes that affect guest bookings

Grooove acts as a technology intermediary and is not liable for the actions or omissions of Venue Operators.

4. Guest Bookings

Guests who make reservations through the Platform ("Guests") acknowledge that:

  • Bookings are subject to venue availability and confirmation
  • A confirmed booking constitutes a commitment to attend at the reserved time
  • Grooove sends booking confirmations via WhatsApp as a convenience — delivery is not guaranteed and Guests should retain their confirmation reference
  • Grooove is not responsible for any loss, injury, or damage suffered at a venue

Guests must be of legal age to access licensed venues in South Africa (18 years or older). By completing a booking, Guests confirm they meet this age requirement.

5. No-show Policy

If a Guest fails to arrive for a confirmed booking without cancellation ("No-show"), the venue may:

  • Release the reserved table or section to other guests
  • Record the no-show against the Guest's account on the Platform
  • Apply any deposit or no-show fee as specified at the time of booking

Repeated no-shows may result in restrictions on the Guest's ability to make future bookings through the Platform. Cancellation windows and policies are set by each Venue Operator and will be displayed at the time of booking.

6. Promoter Terms

Promoters who use Grooove to manage guest referrals and commissions ("Promoters") agree that:

  • Commission amounts and structures are agreed directly with Venue Operators and managed through the Platform
  • Grooove facilitates commission tracking but is not liable for payment disputes between Promoters and Venue Operators
  • Promoters may not misrepresent the nature of a booking or inflate guest counts
  • Grooove reserves the right to remove a Promoter from the Platform for fraudulent activity
  • Grooove does not employ Promoters. Promoters are independent and solely responsible for their own tax obligations.

7. Payments and Billing

Venue Operators on paid plans (Standard or Premium) are billed on a monthly subscription basis in South African Rand (ZAR). By subscribing, you authorise Grooove to charge your nominated payment method on a recurring basis.

  • Subscription fees are non-refundable except where required by South African consumer protection law
  • Grooove may change subscription pricing with 30 days' notice to registered Venue Operators
  • Failure to pay may result in downgrade to the Free plan or suspension of your account

All prices displayed on the Platform are exclusive of VAT. VAT will be added where Grooove becomes VAT registered in South Africa.

8. Data and Privacy

Grooove collects and processes personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA). Our full Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms, is available at /privacy.

By using the Platform, you consent to the collection, processing, and use of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on the Platform — including the Grooove name, logo, design, software, text, and graphics — is the intellectual property of Grooove (Pty) Ltd and is protected under South African intellectual property law.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on the Platform without prior written consent from Grooove.

Venue Operators grant Grooove a non-exclusive licence to display their venue name, logo, images, and information on the Platform for the purpose of operating the booking service.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by South African law, Grooove shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from use of the Platform
  • Loss of revenue, profits, or business opportunities resulting from Platform downtime or errors
  • Acts or omissions of Venue Operators, Guests, or Promoters
  • Any loss or damage resulting from unauthorised access to or alteration of your data

The Platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Grooove's total liability in any matter arising out of or related to these Terms shall not exceed the amounts paid by you to Grooove in the three months preceding the claim.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa, including but not limited to:

  • The Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (ECTA)
  • The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA)
  • The Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA)

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa. You agree to first attempt to resolve disputes informally by contacting Grooove directly.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

  • Email: groooveza@gmail.com
  • Company: Grooove (Pty) Ltd
  • Registration: 2026/317681/07

We aim to respond to all queries within 3 business days.

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