Artisan Partner Agreement

Terms for service providers on Konnectam

Effective: May 2026Last Updated: May 2026

This Artisan Partner Agreement (“Agreement”) governs participation on the Konnectam platform by any artisan, technician, contractor, or service provider (“Artisan”, “you”, “your”).

By registering, accepting jobs, or using Konnectam, you agree to these terms.

1. About Konnectam

Konnectam Ltd. (“Konnectam”, “we”, “our”, “us”) operates a platform that connects customers with independent artisans and service providers.

Konnectam facilitates bookings, communication, payments, and related support services.

2. Independent Contractor Relationship

You acknowledge and agree that:

  • You are an independent contractor, not an employee of Konnectam
  • Nothing in this Agreement creates employment, partnership, agency, or joint venture
  • You are responsible for your taxes, licenses, permits, insurance, tools, transport, and business expenses
  • You control how you perform your work, subject to platform standards

3. Eligibility Requirements

To join Konnectam, you may be required to provide:

  • Valid government ID
  • Phone verification
  • Address details
  • BVN(where applicable)
  • NIN(where applicable)
  • Skills/work history
  • References or guarantor information
  • Business registration (where applicable)
Providing false information may lead to immediate termination.

4. Services & Job Acceptance

Artisans may receive job requests through Konnectam.

You are not required to accept every request, but once accepted, you agree to:

  • Arrive on time
  • Perform professionally
  • Communicate honestly
  • Complete agreed work where reasonably possible
Repeated cancellations or no-shows may result in penalties or suspension.

5. Professional Standards

You agree to:

  • Treat customers respectfully
  • Use safe and lawful work practices
  • Maintain proper tools/equipment
  • Avoid abusive language or harassment
  • Protect customer property
  • Leave work areas reasonably clean after service
  • Wear any required branding/ID where introduced

6. Pricing & Payments

Payments may be handled through Konnectam or directly as permitted.

Where Konnectam processes payment, Konnectam may deduct commission, platform fees, or penalties.

7. Commission Structure

Konnectam may charge commissions or service fees on completed jobs.

Rates may vary by:

  • Service type
  • Location
  • Promotions
  • Subscription tier
  • Campaign terms
Updated rates may be communicated through the platform.

8. Customer Ratings & Reviews

Customers may rate your service.

Your continued access may depend on:

  • Quality ratings
  • Reliability
  • Complaint levels
  • Completion rate
  • Professional conduct
Low performance may lead to warnings, retraining, suspension, or removal.

9. Cancellations & Reliability

You agree to avoid unnecessary cancellations.

Repeated issues such as:

  • No-show after acceptance
  • Late arrival without notice
  • Abandoning jobs
  • Ignoring confirmed requests
May result in reduced job priority or suspension.

10. Safety & Conduct Violations

The following are strictly prohibited:

  • Theft
  • Fraud
  • Harassment
  • Threats or violence
  • Intentional property damage
  • Fake identity use
  • Requesting payment outside approved methods dishonestly
  • Criminal conduct
Serious violations may result in immediate permanent removal and referral to authorities.

11. Off-Platform Circumvention

You agree not to misuse Konnectam by:

  • Taking customer details solely to avoid platform fees
  • Diverting repeat bookings dishonestly obtained through Konnectam
  • Misrepresenting Konnectam pricing
Violation may result in account suspension.

12. Equipment & Liability

You are responsible for your:

  • Tools
  • Materials
  • Safety gear
  • Vehicle/transport
  • Work methods
Konnectam is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to your tools or personal property.

13. Insurance & Compliance

Where legally required, you are responsible for maintaining:

  • Licenses
  • Permits
  • Certifications
  • Insurance
  • Tax compliance

14. Disputes with Customers

Konnectam may assist with complaints or disputes but may determine platform outcomes based on available evidence.

This may include warnings or suspension.

15. Intellectual Property

You may not use Konnectam logos, branding, or marketing materials without permission except where officially provided.

16. Suspension & Termination

Konnectam may suspend or terminate your account for:

  • Breach of this Agreement
  • Poor service quality
  • Repeated complaints
  • Fraud or misconduct
  • Inactivity
  • Legal or safety risks
You may stop using the platform at any time.

17. Limitation of Responsibility & Disclaimer

Konnectam Limited provides a technology platform that connects users with independent artisans and service providers.

While Konnectam may implement verification, monitoring, safety, and trust measures, Konnectam does not employ, supervise, endorse, or guarantee the conduct, quality, reliability, legality, or suitability of any artisan or third-party service provider on the platform.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Konnectam shall not be liable for:

  • Acts, omissions, misconduct, or negligence of artisans or users
  • Disputes arising between users and artisans
  • Property damage, losses, delays, or inconveniences arising from engagements facilitated through the platform
  • Unauthorized actions taken outside the platform

Users are responsible for exercising discretion and judgment when engaging artisans or service providers.

18. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Konnectam Limited, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or connected with:

  • Your use of the Konnectam platform or Services
  • Your violation of this Privacy Policy or applicable laws
  • Your interactions or disputes with artisans, customers, or third parties
  • Any misconduct, negligence, omission, or unlawful activity connected to your use of the platform

19. Changes to Terms

We may update this Agreement periodically. Continued use of Konnectam means acceptance of updated terms.

20. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

21. Contact

Konnectam Partner Support