Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: July 24, 2026
Welcome to DireOnline. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of https://direonline.com/ (“Website”), including all services, features, advertisements, and content available through the platform.
By accessing or using DireOnline, you agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Website.
1. About DireOnline
DireOnline is an online classified marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to buy, sell, rent, and advertise products, properties, vehicles, jobs, and services in Dire Dawa and throughout Ethiopia.
Website: https://direonline.com/
Email: admin@direonline.com
Phone: +251 967 052 982
Address: Kebele 07, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
2. Eligibility
To use DireOnline, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age or have permission from a parent or legal guardian.
- Provide accurate and complete registration information.
- Use the Website only for lawful purposes.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that do not meet these requirements.
3. User Accounts
When creating an account, you agree to:
- Provide truthful and up-to-date information.
- Keep your login credentials confidential.
- Be responsible for all activities under your account.
- Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account.
4. Posting Advertisements
Users may post advertisements only for lawful products, properties, jobs, and services.
You agree that every advertisement:
- Is accurate and truthful.
- Does not contain misleading information.
- Includes genuine photographs where applicable.
- Does not infringe the rights of others.
- Complies with all applicable laws.
DireOnline reserves the right to edit, reject, suspend, or remove any advertisement without prior notice if it violates these Terms.
5. Prohibited Content
The following are not permitted on DireOnline:
- Illegal goods or services.
- Stolen property.
- Counterfeit or fake products.
- Fraudulent or misleading advertisements.
- Weapons or items prohibited by law.
- Dangerous or hazardous materials.
- Adult or sexually explicit content.
- Hate speech or discriminatory content.
- Spam or duplicate advertisements.
- Malware, viruses, or harmful software.
- Content that infringes copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights.
Users who violate these rules may have their accounts suspended or permanently terminated.
6. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Act honestly and respectfully.
- Verify information before completing transactions.
- Communicate professionally with other users.
- Keep your contact information current.
- Follow our Safety Tips and Community Guidelines.
You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users.
7. Transactions
DireOnline provides a platform to connect buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, employers, and service providers.
Unless expressly stated otherwise:
- DireOnline is not a party to any transaction.
- We do not guarantee the quality, safety, legality, or availability of advertised items or services.
- We do not verify every listing or user.
- Buyers and sellers are responsible for conducting their own due diligence before completing any transaction.
8. Payments
If DireOnline offers paid services, premium listings, featured advertisements, or memberships:
- Applicable fees will be displayed before purchase.
- Payment confirms your acceptance of the applicable pricing.
- Fees are generally non-refundable unless required by law or stated in our Refund Policy.
Transactions between users are handled directly by the parties involved unless DireOnline specifically provides a payment service.
9. Intellectual Property
All Website content, including but not limited to:
- Logos
- Branding
- Website design
- Text
- Graphics
- Icons
- Software
- Layout
- Databases
is owned by or licensed to DireOnline and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Users may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify Website content without prior written permission.
By posting content on DireOnline, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, and promote your content solely for operating and promoting the platform.
10. Privacy
Your use of DireOnline is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
11. Account Suspension and Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or permanently terminate any account that:
- Violates these Terms.
- Posts prohibited content.
- Engages in fraud or deceptive practices.
- Abuses other users.
- Attempts to disrupt the Website or its services.
- Violates applicable laws.
We may also remove any related advertisements without prior notice.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, DireOnline shall not be liable for:
- Losses arising from transactions between users.
- Errors or inaccuracies in advertisements.
- Property damage or personal injury resulting from user interactions.
- Financial losses or missed business opportunities.
- Temporary Website interruptions or technical issues.
- Unauthorized access to user accounts resulting from compromised passwords.
Users assume all risks associated with buying, selling, renting, or advertising through the platform.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless DireOnline, its owners, employees, partners, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or legal expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Website.
- Your advertisements or content.
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your infringement of another person’s rights.
14. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. DireOnline is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites.
15. Changes to the Website
We reserve the right to:
- Modify Website features.
- Add or remove services.
- Update pricing.
- Improve functionality.
- Suspend or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without prior notice.
16. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms & Conditions from time to time.
Updated versions will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of DireOnline after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
17. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the applicable laws of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
Any disputes arising from the use of DireOnline shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Ethiopia, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
18. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:
DireOnline
Website: https://direonline.com/
Email: admin@direonline.com
Phone: +251 967 052 982
Address: Kebele 07, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
Agreement
By creating an account, posting an advertisement, or otherwise using DireOnline, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.
Thank you for choosing DireOnline. We are committed to providing a safe, professional, and trusted online marketplace for the people of Dire Dawa and Ethiopia.