Terms and Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to Nesty SA, a parenting support platform for users in South Africa and beyond. This mobile application (“App”) allows users to join groups, share posts, give advice and connect with others. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms and Conditions”) govern your use of our App and the services related thereto. The App is owned and operated by Nesty Proprietary Limited (“Nesty”, “we”, “us” and “our”).

These Terms and Conditions are binding and enforceable against every person that accesses or uses the App (“you”, “your” or “user”), including without limitation each user who uses the App or registers as contemplated below (“registered user”). By using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

Important Notice

hese Terms and Conditions contain provisions that:

  • may limit the risk or liability of Nesty or a third party; and/or
  • may create risk or liability for the user; and/or
  • may compel the user to indemnify Nesty or a third party; and/or
  • serve as an acknowledgement, by the user, of a fact.

Your attention is drawn to these Terms and Conditions because they are important and should be carefully noted. If there is any provision in these Terms and Conditions that you do not understand, it is your responsibility to ask Nesty to explain it to you before you accept these Terms and Conditions or continue using the App.

Nesty permits the use of the App subject to these Terms and Conditions. By using this App in any way, you shall be deemed to have accepted all the Terms and Conditions unconditionally. You must not use this App if you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions.

All the provisions of this Privacy Policy are important, but please pay special attention to the parts that are in bold writing.  These parts contain information about provisions that have special consequences for you. These parts are only intended to bring such provisions to your attention, and, where necessary, to explain their fact, nature and effect.

Registration and use of the App

Only registered users may use the App and its related services.

To register as a user, you must provide a valid email address and certain personal details to Nesty. Access to the App is authenticated through a one-time Personal Identification Number (“PIN”) sent to your registered email address each time you log in. You are responsible for ensuring that your email account remains secure and accessible for this purpose.

By using the App, you warrant and agree that:

  • you are 18 (eighteen) years of age or older and of full legal capacity;
  • you will not share, forward, or disclose any login PIN received from Nesty to any third party;
  • you will take all reasonable measures to prevent unauthorised access to your email account;
  • the content shared on the App is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice;
  • Nesty does not verify or endorse the accuracy of any user content, including parenting tips, medical suggestions, or personal experiences;
  • you will always consult a qualified professional before acting on advice shared in the App;
  • you hereby grant Nesty a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, display, and distribute any content generated by you and disseminated on the App; and
  • Nesty reserves the right to review, remove, or moderate any content that violates any of our policies or is reported by users.

 

Nesty may suspend or terminate your account if you post abusive, harmful, or misleading content, impersonate others, or violate these Terms and Conditions or our community guidelines.

Nesty may award badges based on user engagement and activity. These are symbolic and do not reflect expertise, status, or professional qualifications. Nesty reserves the right to update or revoke badges at any time.

Community Conduct and Non-Solicitation

Nesty is an anonymous, supportive platform for parents and caregivers to exchange information and connect respectfully. To maintain safety and integrity, the following conduct is prohibited:

  1. Self-Promotion and Advertising
    Nesty is a space for information and support, not personal marketing. Users may not promote or advertise their own businesses, services, social-media accounts, or other platforms. Soliciting clients, selling goods or services, or posting promotional links or fundraising campaigns is not permitted. However, users may share external links (such as articles, parenting resources, or educational tools) if they are shared in good faith for informational purposes and not for personal or commercial gain.

  2. Requests for Money or Financial Assistance
    Asking for or offering money, donations, or crowdfunding of any kind is prohibited.

  3. Spamming or Disruptive Content
    Posting repetitive, irrelevant, misleading, or disruptive content, including chain messages or excessive links, is not allowed.

  4. Sharing of Personal Information
    Nesty strongly discourages sharing personal or identifying information (such as full names, phone numbers, addresses, or social-media handles). Users who choose to share such details do so at their own risk, and Nesty shall not be held liable for any consequence arising therefrom.

  5. Offline Meetings and Personal Contact
    Nesty does not encourage or facilitate in-person meetups or personal contact between users. Any decision to meet another user is at your own discretion and risk. Nesty accepts no responsibility or liability for any event or interaction occurring outside the App.

  6. Misuse of Anonymity
    Any attempt to use anonymity to deceive, mislead, or exploit others is prohibited.

  7. Enforcement and Moderation
    Nesty reserves the right to remove or moderate any content that violates these guidelines. Users who believe moderation was in error may request review at info@nesty.co.za. Nesty retains sole discretion over final outcomes.

  8. User-Controlled Blocking and Content Preferences
    If you encounter content or behaviour that you find offensive, distressing, or inconsistent with your personal values, even if it does not breach Nesty’s policies, you may use the App’s blocking or content-control features to prevent the offending user’s content from appearing in your feed or groups. Blocking a user removes their visibility to you within the App, and they will not be notified of the action. Nesty encourages users to utilise this feature to maintain a positive and comfortable community experience.

Prohibited Content and Behaviour

To maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment, users must not post, share, or otherwise disseminate any content that:

  • promotes discrimination or hate speech;
  • harasses, threatens, or abuses others;
  • contains defamatory, obscene, or violent material;
  • spreads misinformation or harmful advice; or
  • violates any applicable law or regulation.

Nesty reserves the right to remove such content and suspend or terminate any account associated with its creation or distribution. Serious or repeated violations may be referred to law enforcement or other relevant authorities where appropriate.

Disclaimer of Views

The views and opinions expressed by users do not reflect those of Nesty or its team. Nesty is not responsible for any advice, comments, or group discussions shared by users.

Users may share personal experiences and opinions relating to products, services, professionals, or establishments (including but not limited to restaurants, schools, medical practitioners, or childcare providers). Such statements reflect the individual’s personal experience and viewpoint only. They do not represent Nesty’s endorsement, verification, or opinion.

While Nesty reserves the right to review and remove content that violates these Terms and Conditions, including defamatory, abusive, or unlawful material, Nesty cannot control or censor individual users’ subjective experiences or opinions expressed in good faith. Accordingly, Nesty shall not be held liable for any statements made by users regarding third-party products, services, or entities, nor for any reputational or commercial impact that may arise from such content.

Nesty provides tools to manage your personal experience within the App but cannot guarantee that all users will share the same opinions, tone, or sensitivities. Use of blocking and reporting features is recommended where needed.

Privacy Policy

Nesty respects your privacy and will take all reasonable measures to protect it, as detailed in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms and Conditions by reference.

Security Disclaimer

While Nesty employs reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect user data, no system is entirely immune to risk. Users acknowledge that transmission of information via the internet is done at their own risk. Nesty shall not be liable for unauthorised access, disclosure, loss, or alteration of data beyond its reasonable control.

Account Deletion and Data Retention

Users may delete their accounts at any time through the App or by contacting Nesty at info@nesty.co.za. Upon deletion, personal data will be securely removed from active systems, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Anonymised or aggregated content may remain visible to preserve community discussions.

Child safety and Protection Against Sexual Exploitation

We are committed to ensuring the safety of children and vulnerable individuals on our platform. We enforce a zero-tolerance policy against child sexual abuse, exploitation, and any form of grooming or predatory behaviour.

Prohibited Conduct:

We strictly prohibit:

  • the creation, possession, sharing, or distribution of child sexual abuse material (“CSAM”);
  • any attempt to exploit, groom, or harm minors in any way, including through chats, media sharing, or content posts;
  • solicitation of sexual content or relationships involving minors; and
  • any activity that may be interpreted as facilitating or normalizing child sexual exploitation or endangerment.

Any user found engaging in such conduct will be permanently banned, reported to the appropriate authorities, and subject to legal action.

Reporting Abuse

Users can report any suspicious, abusive, or exploitative content or behaviour directly within the App using the “Report” feature available on posts and group discussions. Reports are reviewed promptly by our moderation team, typically within 24 hours.

You may also email our safety team directly at: info@nesty.co.za.

Response to CSAM

In accordance with applicable laws, if any instance of child sexual abuse material is identified:

  • the content will be immediately removed;
  • the account associated with the content will be suspended; and
  • we will report the incident to the relevant law enforcement authority or child protection agency and shall take such further legal steps as we deem reasonably necessary to protect our App users.


We comply with legal data retention and evidence-preservation obligations to assist with investigations.

Legal Compliance

Nesty Proprietary Limited complies with all applicable laws and regulations concerning child protection and online safety, including:

  • the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa;
  • the Children’s Act 38 of 2005;
  • the Films and Publications Act 65 of 1996 (as amended); and
  • Google’s child safety rules, standards, and regulations.


We regularly review our policies and train our moderation team to ensure robust enforcement of our child safety standards.

Designated Child Safety Contact

For inquiries, escalations, or urgent concerns relating to child safety, please contact:

Name: Bianca Bromfield
Role: Managing Director
Email: info@nesty.co.za
Phone: +27 82 693 9020

This individual is authorized to respond to and act on all matters relating to child protection on the platform.

Third-Party Services

Nesty may use third-party service providers or technology tools (such as analytics, hosting, or moderation services) to operate and improve the App. These providers are carefully selected; however, Nesty is not responsible for their actions or omissions. All data processing complies with POPIA and our Privacy Policy.

Community Disclaimer

The information shared within Nesty is for peer support and informational purposes only. Nesty does not endorse any specific parenting approach, product, or medical opinion shared by users. Always consult a qualified professional regarding medical, psychological, or legal concerns.

Children’s Access

The Nesty App is intended for use by adults aged 18 and over. Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring that minors do not access or use the App.

Fees and Paid Features

Some features of the App may be made available for a fee. All pricing, renewal, and refund terms will be clearly disclosed before purchase. Payments will be processed through secure third-party providers, and Nesty will not store users’ financial information.

Ownership and copyright

The contents of the App, including but not limited to text, graphics, layouts, trademarks, and software, are protected by law. The App Content is the property of Nesty or its licensors. You may not reproduce or distribute any App Content without prior written consent.

Branding and Intellectual Property

All trademarks, logos, graphics, and designs associated with Nesty are the property of Nesty Proprietary Limited. No person may copy, imitate, or use these without prior written consent from Nesty.

Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

Your use of the App is entirely at your own risk. Nesty disclaims, to the fullest extent allowed by law, all liability for any damage, loss, or expenses, whether direct, indirect, or consequential, arising out of your use of or reliance on the App or its content. Nesty does not warrant that the App is free of viruses, spyware, or harmful code.

By using this App, You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Nesty, its creators, affiliates, licensors, service providers, and their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, agents, and representatives (“Nesty Parties”) from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs or debt, and expenses arising from or relating to:
(a) your access to or use of the App;
(b) any content, data, or materials you upload, post, or share through the App;
(c) your violation of these Terms, any applicable law, or any rights of a third party (including intellectual property or privacy rights); or
(d) any interaction or dispute between you and another user or third party.

You acknowledge that your use of Nesty is at your own risk.

This indemnity shall survive termination of your account, your use of the App, or these Terms.

Availability and Termination

We will use reasonable endeavours to maintain the availability of the App, except during scheduled maintenance periods, and are entitled to discontinue providing the App or any part thereof with or without notice to you.
Nesty may suspend or terminate access if misuse or fraud is suspected. Nesty accepts no responsibility for any resulting liability.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. By using the App, you consent to the jurisdiction of the South African courts regarding any proceedings arising from these Terms and Conditions.

Notices and Company Information

Full name: Nesty Proprietary Limited, a private company registered in South Africa under registration number 2023/206250/07.
Physical address: 05 Lothian Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town, South Africa, 7700.
Email address: info@nesty.co.za

All notices, including legal or law enforcement inquiries, must be directed to info@nesty.co.za.

All notices must be in English and sent via hand, courier, or email. Notices by hand or courier are deemed received on delivery; notices by email are deemed received on the date indicated in the “read receipt”.

General

Nesty may, in its sole discretion, at any time and for any reason, and without prior written notice, suspend or terminate the operation of the App or any user’s right to use it.

You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms.

Any failure by Nesty to enforce a right does not constitute a waiver.

If any term is declared invalid, the remaining terms remain in force.

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and Nesty.

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