Terms of Sale and Use
Conditions for the sale and use of KYA SMS Services, published by CC AFRICA.
Last updated : January 17, 2025
Preamble
These Terms of Sale and Use ("Terms") define the conditions under which the Company offers for sale, under the name KYA SMS, various services ("the Services") via the Site, to anyone wishing to make a purchase via the Site ("the Customer").
N° 0201810283114 — Parakou & Cotonou, Bénin
Acceptance of the Terms
The Terms constitute a contractual agreement between the Customer and CC AFRICA.
0.1 Account creation
Before any order on the Site, the User must create an account. Upon account creation, the User acknowledges having read and accepted the terms of sale and the privacy policy.
0.2 Contractual commitment
Purchasing a Service via the Site implies unconditional acceptance of these Terms, materialized by the checkbox at registration.
Definitions
For the proper understanding of these Terms, the following terms have the meaning indicated below:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Customer | Any Site User, of legal age or with the legal capacity to enter into a contract and having accepted the Terms. |
| Account | Account created by the Customer at registration to access the Platform. It may be used by several people with different access rights. |
| Recipient | Person receiving the SMS message sent via the Platform at the Customer's request. |
| Platform | SaaS platform accessible via app.kyasms.com and API via docs.kyasms.com. |
| Services | All services offered by KYA SMS (SMS sending, API, statistics, etc.). |
| Company | CC AFRICA, publisher of the Site and provider of the Services. |
| Site | The website accessible at kyasms.com. |
| User | Any internet user browsing the Site. |
Description of Services
2.1 Services offered
- Single and bulk professional SMS sending
- Access to a REST messaging API
- Automated messaging services (OTP, notifications)
- Real-time tracking and sending statistics
- Contact management features
- Scheduled sending tools
- Sender personalization (Sender ID)
- Webhooks for delivery receipts
2.2 Evolution of Services
- Adding new features
- Modifying existing interfaces
- Updating technical protocols
- Performance optimization
2.3 Access to Services
- Access requires prior account creation
- Each Account is protected by a unique username and password
- The Customer chooses a strong password and keeps it confidential
- Access available 24/7, except during maintenance
Pricing
3.1 Pricing structure
- Prices in XOF (CFA Francs)
- Prices include applicable taxes (VAT)
- Volume-based discounts
- Specific plans possible for certain Services
3.2 Price changes
- Customers notified by email 30 days before any change
- New pricing does not apply to ongoing orders
- Already purchased SMS credits keep their validity at initial conditions
Order and Payment
4.1 Ordering process
- Customer account creation with email verification
- Selection of desired Services
- Choice of volume and/or plan
- Cart validation
- Payment method selection
- Order confirmation
4.2 Accepted payment methods
| Type | Available methods |
|---|---|
| Electronic payment | Bank card (Visa, Mastercard) |
| Mobile Money | MTN MoMo, Moov Money |
| Wallet | PayPal |
| Cryptocurrencies | Bitcoin, USDT and major cryptos |
| Bank transfer | Local and international banks |
Service Delivery
5.1 Technical delivery conditions
- Mobile phone on and working
- Sufficient network coverage
- Available memory on the device
- Active SMS reception configuration
- Valid and active phone number
5.2 Authorized sending hours
SMS scheduled outside authorized windows will be automatically postponed to the next available slot.
| Period | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 08:00 – 20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Sunday | Sending not recommended |
| Public holidays | Sending not recommended |
Right of Withdrawal
In accordance with the law, the Customer has 14 days to exercise their right of withdrawal without justification or penalty.
Customer Responsibilities
7.1 General obligations
- Use the Services as intended
- Respect third-party rights
- Keep credentials confidential
- Ensure account security
- Immediately inform KYA SMS of any fraudulent use
7.2 Data protection compliance
- Obtain explicit recipient consent
- Respect the right to object (STOP SMS)
- Keep an up-to-date database
- Ensure data portability on request
7.3 Prohibited uses
- Spam or unsolicited sending
- Illegal, defamatory or discriminatory content
- Pornographic or violent content
- Fraudulent or phishing messages
- Harassment or threats
Account Inactivity
8.1 Definition of inactivity
- No SMS sending for 12 consecutive months
- No login to the platform
- No use of the API or associated services
- No credit purchase
8.2 Notification procedure
- A warning email at 10 months of inactivity
- A reminder at 11 months of inactivity
- A final notice at 12 months with a 15-day reactivation period
8.3 Consequences of inactivity
- Prior notification by email
- Deletion of unused SMS credits
- Possible account deactivation
- Data retention according to legal obligations (3 years)
KYA SMS Liability
9.1 Limitations of liability
- Misuse by the Customer
- Telephone operator failures
- Technical incidents beyond its control
- Force majeure events
- The content of messages sent by the Customer
Intellectual Property
10.1 Property rights
- Registered KYA SMS trademark
- Proprietary source code
- Protected technical documentation
- Protected user interface
10.2 Prohibitions
Any reproduction, representation, modification or adaptation of all or part of these elements without prior written authorization from the Company is strictly prohibited.
Confidentiality and Data Protection
The Company respects the confidentiality of personal data provided by the Customer and processes it in accordance with applicable regulations.
11.1 Data collected
- Identification data (name, email)
- Billing and payment data
- Service usage data
- Technical logs and connection data
11.2 Processing purposes
- Provision and improvement of Services
- Customer relationship management
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Billing and accounting
11.3 The Company implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure data security. For more details, see our Privacy Policy.
Force Majeure
12.1 Definition
- Natural disasters
- Wars or armed conflicts
- Epidemics and pandemics
- Major telecom network failures
- Government decisions
- General strikes
12.2 Effects
In case of force majeure, the parties' obligations are suspended. If the force majeure lasts more than three months, the contract may be terminated as of right by either party without indemnity.
Final Provisions
13.1 Governing law
These Terms are governed by Beninese law. Any dispute will be submitted to the competent courts of Cotonou, Benin.
13.2 Changes to the Terms
The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms. Customers will be notified by email of any substantial change at least 30 days before it takes effect.
