Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the GADASWORX website (“Website”). By accessing, browsing, or using this Website in any manner, you (“User” or “you”) acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Website Use Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Gadas Holdings (Pty) Ltd, trading as GADASWORX (“GADASWORX”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), a company duly incorporated in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately cease using this Website. Your continued use of the Website following any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
About GADASWORX
GADASWORX is a technology and telecommunications company offering a comprehensive range of enterprise solutions including Digital Transformation, Enterprise Services, Managed Networks, Connectivity, Cyber Security, Telecommunication Support, Devices, and Training services to businesses across South Africa and beyond.
This Website serves as an informational and marketing platform for GADASWORX and its services. Nothing on this Website constitutes a binding offer or contract for the provision of services unless a separate written agreement has been executed between you and GADASWORX.
Definitions
In these Terms, unless the context requires otherwise:
Term | Meaning |
“Content” | All text, graphics, images, logos, audio, video, data, software, and other material on the Website. |
“Intellectual Property” | All patents, trademarks, service marks, trade names, copyrights, designs, domain names, and other proprietary rights. |
“Personal Information” | As defined in the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA). |
“Services” | The IT and telecommunications services offered by GADASWORX as described on the Website. |
“User Content” | Any information, data, or content submitted by a User through the Website including enquiry forms. |
“Website” | www.gadasworx.co.za and all associated subdomains, pages, and digital platforms operated by GADASWORX. |
Permitted Use of the Website
You may use this Website solely for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with these Terms. You agree to use the Website only to:
- Obtain information about GADASWORX and its services
- Contact GADASWORX for legitimate business enquiries
- Access publicly available resources and publications
- Submit enquiries or requests for proposals through official contact forms
You must not use this Website in any way that:
- Violates any applicable South African law or regulation, including the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (ECTA) and POPIA
- Is fraudulent, misleading, harmful, or deceptive
- Infringes upon the intellectual property rights of GADASWORX or any third party
- Involves the transmission of unsolicited commercial communications (spam)
- Attempts to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website or its underlying systems
- Introduces viruses, malware, ransomware, or any other malicious code
- Disrupts the normal functioning of the Website or associated networks
- Harvests, scrapes, or collects data from the Website without express written consent
- Impersonates GADASWORX, its employees, or any other person or entity
Intellectual Property Rights
All Content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of GADASWORX or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable South African and international intellectual property laws.
The GADASWORX name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Gadas Holdings (Pty) Ltd. You may not use such marks without the prior written consent of GADASWORX.
Permitted Use
- View and download Content from the Website for your own personal, non-commercial use
- Print a reasonable number of pages from the Website for personal, non-commercial reference
- Share links to pages on this Website via social media or other channels
Prohibited Use
- Reproducing, modifying, distributing, or creating derivative works from any Content without express written permission from GADASWORX
- Using any Content for commercial purposes without a licence from GADASWORX
- Removing or altering any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from Content
- Framing or embedding this Website within another website without prior written consent
Disclaimer of Warranties
This Website and all Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, GADASWORX expressly disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
- Any warranty that the Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
- Any warranty regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or currency of any Content on the Website
- Any warranty that defects or errors will be corrected
GADASWORX makes no representation or warranty that the Website is appropriate or available for use in any particular jurisdiction. Users who access the Website from outside South Africa do so on their own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by the laws of the Republic of South Africa, GADASWORX, its directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and licensors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with:
- Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Website
- Any Content obtained from or through the Website
- Unauthorised access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
- Any errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or other defects in the Content
- Viruses or other harmful components that may infect your equipment through use of the Website
- Any third-party websites linked to or from this Website
Nothing in these Terms limits GADASWORX’s liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by applicable law.
Third-Party Websites and Links
This Website may contain hyperlinks to external websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for your convenience and information only. GADASWORX does not endorse, control, or accept responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party website.
Accessing any third-party website through a link on this Website is done entirely at your own risk. GADASWORX recommends that you review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party website you visit.
Privacy and Protection of Personal Information
GADASWORX is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA). Any personal information collected through this Website will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms and is incorporated herein by reference.
By submitting personal information through this Website, you consent to the processing of such information as set out in our Privacy Policy. GADASWORX will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as required by law or as necessary for the provision of services.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse Website traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. By using this Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect the functionality and your experience of the Website. GADASWORX does not use cookies to collect personally identifiable information without your knowledge and consent.
User Content and Submissions
By submitting any User Content to GADASWORX through this Website, you:
- Warrant that such content is accurate and does not infringe the rights of any third party
- Grant GADASWORX a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, and publish such content for the purposes of responding to your enquiry or improving its services
- Agree that GADASWORX may retain records of such communications in accordance with applicable law and its data retention policies
Electronic Communications (ECTA)
In terms of Section 11 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 (ECTA), an agreement concluded electronically is valid and enforceable. By using this Website and accepting these Terms, you acknowledge that you have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements electronically.
GADASWORX’s registered details as required under ECTA are as follows:
Full Name: | Gadas Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
Trading Name: | GADASWORX |
Registration No.: | 2016/037901/07 |
Physical Address: | 140 West Street, Sandton, 2196 |
Email Address: | legal@gadasworx.co.za |
Website: | www.gadasworx.co.za |
Website Security
GADASWORX implements reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the security of this Website and the information transmitted through it. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and GADASWORX cannot guarantee absolute security.
Any deliberate attempt to compromise the security, integrity, or availability of this Website may constitute a criminal offence under the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020 and/or the ECTA. GADASWORX reserves the right to report such conduct to the relevant authorities.
Website Availability and Maintenance
GADASWORX does not warrant that access to this Website will be uninterrupted or error-free. The Website may be temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance, system upgrades, technical failures, or circumstances beyond GADASWORX’s reasonable control. GADASWORX reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without notice.
Amendments to These Terms
GADASWORX reserves the right to amend, update, or replace these Terms at any time by posting revised Terms on this Website. The revised Terms will be effective from the date of posting, indicated as the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms and your use of this Website are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute, the parties agree to attempt to resolve the matter amicably through good-faith negotiations within 30 (thirty) calendar days of written notice. If unresolved, the matter may be referred to mediation or arbitration before a competent court of jurisdiction in South Africa.
Jurisdiction
You consent to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts for the resolution of any disputes relating to these Terms.
Force Majeure
GADASWORX shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, civil unrest, government actions, load shedding, power failures, cyberattacks on third-party infrastructure, or failures of the internet or telecommunications networks.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed from the remaining Terms, which shall continue in full force and effect. Any invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that achieves, as closely as possible, the original intent.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies published on this Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and GADASWORX regarding your use of this Website, and supersede all prior or contemporaneous representations, understandings, or agreements relating to such subject matter.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, complaints, or requests regarding these Terms or this Website, please contact us:
Company: | Gadas Holdings (Pty) Ltd t/a GADASWORX |
Physical Address: | 140 West Street, Sandton, 2196 |
Postal Address: | 140 West Street, Sandton, 2196 |
Email Address: | legal@gadasworx.co.za |
Telephone: | +27 (0)87 265 6592 |
Website: | www.gadasworx.co.za |
GADASWORX will endeavour to respond to all written enquiries within 5 (five) business days of receipt.
Acknowledgement
By using the GADASWORX website, you confirm that you have read and understood these Website Use Terms and Conditions in their entirety and that you agree to be bound by them.