0. Ethos
ZEEF exists to help people find better information.
The internet contains an overwhelming amount of content. Search engines rank, social platforms amplify, and algorithms optimize for engagement. ZEEF takes a different approach.
ZEEF is built on the principle that people — not just machines — can help filter information.
Users organize, curate, and structure knowledge into accessible overviews. Multiple perspectives can exist side by side. No single view is absolute.
ZEEF does not claim to define truth. It provides the tools for people to explore, compare, and form their own understanding.
By using ZEEF, you participate in a system where responsibility, transparency, and contribution are shared.
1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User") and Kizito B.V., operating as ZEEF ("ZEEF," "we," "us," or "our").
These Terms govern your access to and use of the ZEEF platform, including all websites, applications, APIs, and curation tools (the "Services").
By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and the documents incorporated within them, including:
- the Privacy Policy
- the Publisher Agreement (for Creators)
- the Content Guidelines
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
TL;DR (Core Principles)
- Public by default: Content you publish may be publicly visible and indexed.
- You own your content: You grant ZEEF a license to operate and improve the platform.
- Human + system: Content is curated by people and supported by algorithms.
- Free vs PRO: Free includes ads and affiliates. PRO removes them.
- Integrity matters: Abuse, scraping, and manipulation are prohibited.
2. Eligibility and Account Security
You must be at least 16 years old to use the Services, or older where required by local law.
You agree to provide accurate and complete information. Impersonation or misrepresentation is not permitted.
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account. You must notify us of any unauthorized access.
If you act on behalf of an entity, you confirm you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
3. The ZEEF Service
ZEEF provides a structured environment for organizing and discovering information.
3.1 Free Tier
Free accounts are supported by:
- third-party advertising providers (such as Google AdSense and Freestar)
- affiliate partnerships (including Skimlinks, Amazon, eBay, and others)
ZEEF may add affiliate tags to links. ZEEF may receive commissions from resulting transactions.
3.2 PRO Tier
PRO is a paid subscription that removes advertising and affiliate modifications within the user environment.
4. Content Ownership and Licensing
4.1 Ownership
You retain ownership of content you create ("Your Content").
4.2 License to ZEEF
You grant ZEEF a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, host, store, reproduce, modify, and distribute Your Content for the purpose of operating and improving the Services.
4.3 AI and Machine Learning
ZEEF may use publicly available content to improve systems, including machine learning models. This may include analysis, training, and optimization.
4.4 Technical Adaptation
ZEEF may modify content as necessary to ensure compatibility across devices, formats, and systems.
4.5 Content Removal, Portability & Persistence
You may delete your content at any time. Removed content will no longer be publicly visible within a reasonable timeframe.
Residual data may remain temporarily in backups or technical systems.
Content indexed by third parties may remain outside ZEEF's control.
Content previously used in machine learning systems may not be fully removable from those systems. ZEEF will not use deleted content for future training where reasonably possible.
ZEEF may offer export tools, but does not guarantee compatibility.
Public content may have been copied or shared by others outside ZEEF.
ZEEF may retain content where required for legal, operational, or security reasons.
5. Acceptable Use and Platform Integrity
5.1 Prohibited Conduct
You may not:
- scrape or crawl the platform without permission
- manipulate systems, including AI systems
- infringe intellectual property rights
- misuse reporting or moderation tools
5.2 System Abuse and Damages
Unauthorized large-scale access (over 1,000,000 requests per 24 hours) may result in liability of €20,000 per 1,000,000 requests, in addition to other remedies.
5.3 Curation & Ranking Transparency
ZEEF combines human curation with algorithmic support.
Content is selected and organized by users ("Curators"). Rankings may also be influenced by automated systems.
Rankings are not guaranteed to be objective, neutral, or complete.
Commercial relationships may influence placement. Where required, disclosures will be made.
ZEEF may adjust or remove rankings or visibility to maintain platform integrity.
5.4 Curator Roles & Reputation
Users may act as Curators.
Curators define their own expertise unless explicitly verified.
ZEEF may use signals such as engagement, activity, and quality to determine visibility or reputation.
ZEEF does not guarantee status, reach, or ranking.
ZEEF may restrict or remove curator privileges where necessary.
Pages may include contributions from multiple curators and may be restructured.
5.5 Content Responsibility & Editorial Model
Users are responsible for their content.
ZEEF provides infrastructure, not editorial verification.
Structured presentation does not imply endorsement.
ZEEF may moderate content when required but is not obligated to monitor all content.
ZEEF does not provide professional advice.
ZEEF is not responsible for third-party content or links.
ZEEF will respond to valid legal takedown requests.
6. Creator Monetization
Creators may offer paid content or subscriptions.
Payments are handled by third-party providers such as Stripe.
Creators are responsible for pricing, delivery, and customer relationships.
ZEEF acts as Data Controller for platform data and Data Processor for creator-managed data.
ZEEF is not responsible for disputes between creators and users.
Accounts may be terminated where financial or legal risk arises.
7. Disclaimers and Liability
7.1 No Warranty
Services are provided "as is" and "as available".
7.2 Limitation of Liability
ZEEF's liability is limited to €100 or fees paid in the last 12 months. ZEEF is not liable for indirect or consequential damages.
7.3 Indemnification
You agree to indemnify ZEEF against claims arising from your use or violation of these Terms.
8. Termination and Legal Framework
You may terminate your account at any time.
ZEEF may terminate inactive accounts (6+ months).
These Terms are governed by Dutch law.
Disputes are handled in The Hague, Netherlands.
ZEEF complies with the Digital Services Act (DSA).
Contact
Kizito B.V. (ZEEF)
Mariahoevepad 10
1035 WH Amsterdam