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Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using IMPOTA's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Service Description

IMPOTA provides educational content, guides, and tools related to importing vehicles from Japan to Southern African countries. Our services include:

  • Digital import guides and educational documentation
  • Cost calculation tools and estimators
  • Contact directories for clearing agents and shipping companies
  • Educational content about the import process

Important: IMPOTA is an educational platform only. We do not:

  • Import or sell vehicles
  • Provide clearing or customs services
  • Act as agents or representatives
  • Guarantee the accuracy of third-party services listed in our directories
  • Take responsibility for your import decisions or outcomes

The directories we provide contain contact information for third-party service providers. We are not affiliated with these providers and do not endorse or guarantee their services. You are responsible for conducting your own due diligence.

3. User Accounts

To access certain features, you must create an account. You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • Providing accurate and complete information

4. Intellectual Property

All content on IMPOTA, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of IMPOTA or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

5. Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

  • Share your account with others
  • Use our service for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt our services
  • Resell or redistribute our content without permission

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

IMPOTA provides information for educational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information provided. The import process involves various regulations and requirements that may change. Users should verify all information independently.

We provide contact directories for third-party service providers (clearing agents, shipping companies, etc.) as a convenience only. We do not verify, endorse, or guarantee the quality, reliability, or legality of these third-party services. Any transactions or interactions you have with third-party providers are solely between you and them.

7. Limitation of Liability

IMPOTA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use or inability to use our services. This includes but is not limited to damages related to vehicle imports, customs issues, financial losses, or issues arising from third-party service providers listed in our directories.

You acknowledge that any dealings with third-party service providers (clearing agents, shipping companies, etc.) found through our directories are at your own risk. IMPOTA is not responsible for the actions, services, or failures of any third-party providers.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold IMPOTA harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of our services or violation of these terms.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at our discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms of Service or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of Namibia. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Namibia.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes via email or through our platform. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: legal@impota.com
Address: Windhoek, Namibia