Terms of Service
Last updated: July 4, 2026
These terms govern your use of Manna Apartment's platform and services. Please read them carefully before creating an account.
Table of Contents
- 1. Acceptance of Terms
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Account Registration & Responsibilities
- 4. Landlord Obligations
- 5. Tenant Obligations
- 6. SMS & Communication Policy
- 7. Payments & Fees
- 8. Prohibited Conduct
- 9. Intellectual Property
- 10. Disclaimer of Warranties
- 11. Limitation of Liability
- 12. Indemnification
- 13. Account Termination
- 14. Governing Law
- 15. Changes to Terms
- 16. Contact Us
1 Acceptance of Terms
By downloading the Manna Apartment mobile application, registering an account on our web platform, or otherwise accessing any of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree to these terms, you must not register, access, or use any part of our platform. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Manna Apartment.
2 Definitions
"Platform" refers to the Manna Apartment web application and mobile application collectively.
"Landlord" refers to a registered user who owns or manages properties and leases units to tenants.
"Tenant" refers to a user who rents or occupies a property unit managed through the platform.
"Organization" refers to a landlord's business entity registered on the platform.
"SMS Credits" refers to the messaging balance allocated to an organization for sending SMS communications.
"We", "Us", "Our" refers to Manna Apartment, its operators, and authorized representatives.
3 Account Registration & Responsibilities
To use our platform, you must:
- ✓Be at least 18 years of age and legally capable of entering into binding contracts.
- ✓Provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration.
- ✓Maintain the confidentiality of your password and account credentials.
- ✓Accept responsibility for all activities conducted under your account.
- ✓Notify us immediately of any unauthorized account access or security breach.
One person or entity may not maintain multiple accounts. Creating duplicate accounts may result in suspension without notice.
4 Landlord Obligations
As a landlord using our platform, you agree to:
- ✓Maintain valid ownership or legal authority to manage all properties listed on the platform.
- ✓Provide truthful and accurate property details, including unit specifications, pricing, and availability.
- ✓Comply with all Tanzanian tenancy laws, including the Land Act and Rent Restriction Act.
- ✓Respect tenant privacy and obtain consent before sharing tenant information.
- ✓Use SMS communications responsibly and only for legitimate rental management purposes.
- ✓Complete KYC verification when requested by the platform administrators.
5 Tenant Obligations
As a tenant on the platform, you agree to:
- ✓Pay rent and applicable fees on time as agreed in your lease contract.
- ✓Use the property for its intended residential or commercial purpose.
- ✓Report maintenance issues promptly through the platform.
- ✓Not sublet or assign the property without landlord consent.
- ✓Comply with all building rules and regulations set by the landlord.
6 SMS & Communication Policy
The platform uses SMS messaging through NextSMS for various communications. By using our services, you acknowledge and agree that:
- ⚠You will receive OTP codes via SMS for account verification and password resets.
- ⚠Landlords will receive payment confirmations, maintenance alerts, and system notifications.
- ⚠Tenants will receive rent reminders, payment receipts, and maintenance updates.
- ⚠SMS messages are delivered via a third-party provider (NextSMS) and standard carrier rates may apply.
- ⚠We are not liable for SMS delivery failures or delays caused by the mobile network operator.
- ⚠SMS content must not contain abusive, illegal, or fraudulent material.
Landlords are allocated SMS credits per organization. Misuse of SMS functionality may result in suspension of messaging privileges.
7 Payments & Fees
The platform may charge fees for certain services, including SMS credits and premium features. The following terms apply:
- ✓All fees are displayed in Tanzanian Shillings (TZS) unless otherwise stated.
- ✓SMS credits are non-refundable once purchased.
- ✓Payment records within the platform are for tracking purposes and do not constitute financial advice.
- ✓Landlords are responsible for collecting rent from tenants directly; the platform facilitates tracking only.
- ✓We reserve the right to adjust pricing with 30 days' notice via SMS or email.
8 Prohibited Conduct
You are strictly prohibited from engaging in any of the following activities on the platform:
- ✗Listing fraudulent or non-existent properties
- ✗Harassing or threatening other users via SMS or platform
- ✗Attempting to reverse engineer or breach platform security
- ✗Using the platform for money laundering or illegal activities
- ✗Sharing account credentials with unauthorized persons
- ✗Sending spam or unsolicited commercial SMS messages
- ✗Uploading malicious code or harmful content
- ✗Impersonating another person or entity
Violations may result in immediate account suspension, data removal, and potential legal action under Tanzanian law.
9 Intellectual Property
All platform content, including the Manna Apartment name, logo, software, design, and documentation, is the exclusive property of Manna Apartment and is protected under Tanzanian intellectual property laws.
You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from any part of the platform without prior written consent. User-generated content (property listings, photos) remains the property of the respective users, who grant us a license to display it within the platform.
10 Disclaimer of Warranties
The platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
- • Guarantees that the platform will be uninterrupted or error-free
- • Assurance that SMS messages will always be delivered
- • Verification of the accuracy or completeness of user-submitted property data
We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the legitimacy of any property listing, tenant, or landlord on the platform. Users conduct their own due diligence before entering into rental agreements.
11 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by Tanzanian law, Manna Apartment shall not be liable for:
- ✓Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from platform use.
- ✓Loss of profits, data, business opportunities, or rental income.
- ✓Disputes between landlords and tenants, including unpaid rent or property damage.
- ✓SMS delivery failures or delays by third-party providers or network operators.
- ✓Platform downtime due to maintenance, system upgrades, or events beyond our control.
Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by the user for platform services in the three (3) months preceding the claim.
12 Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Manna Apartment, its operators, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- • Your use or misuse of the platform
- • Your violation of these Terms of Service
- • Your infringement of any third-party rights
- • Any dispute between you and another platform user
- • Any inaccurate or misleading information you provide
13 Account Termination
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support. Upon termination:
- • Your access to the platform will be immediately revoked
- • Your data will be retained per our Privacy Policy and legal requirements
- • Any outstanding SMS credits will be forfeited
- • Active lease contracts remain valid and are not affected by account termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, engage in fraudulent activity, or pose a risk to other users or the platform. Such termination may occur without prior notice.
14 Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania. Any disputes arising from or relating to these terms shall be resolved in the courts of Tanzania, with jurisdiction in Dar es Salaam, unless otherwise required by mandatory consumer protection laws.
The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) shall not apply to these terms.
15 Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Material changes will be communicated via SMS, email, or in-app notification at least 30 days before taking effect. The "Last updated" date indicates when terms were last revised. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
16 Contact Us
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