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Terms of
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Version 1.0 · Effective May 3, 2026 · Version française

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern the use of the Kessel mobile application and all associated services (the "Service"), published by Kessel Agritech. By downloading, installing or using the Service, you ("User") acknowledge that you have read and accepted these Terms without reservation.

1. Publisher identity

Kessel Agritech (RCCM registration in progress)

Represented by: Atine Mvom Philippe André, Founder and Director

Address: Ebome, Kribi, Cameroon

Email: contact@kesselagritech.com

2. Service description

Kessel is a mobile application designed to help with agricultural project management, intended for farmers and agricultural technicians, primarily in Cameroon. The Service includes:

  • Creation and tracking of agricultural projects.
  • Planning and management of field tasks.
  • Capturing and geolocating photo evidence reports.
  • Financial tracking of projects (expenses, revenues).
  • Market price monitoring.
  • Inviting and collaborating with agricultural technicians.
  • Receiving reminders and alerts (weather, prices, tasks).

⚠️ Usage doctrine: "Kessel assists, does not prescribe"

The Service provides information, tracking tools and indicators. It is in no way intended to replace the expertise of an agricultural technician, agronomist or any qualified professional. Agricultural decisions are the sole responsibility of the User.

3. Access conditions

3.1 Legal capacity

The Service is reserved for adult persons (18 years and older) with the legal capacity to contract.

3.2 Account creation

Accessing the Service requires creating an account with a valid phone number. You are solely responsible for the confidentiality of your code/password.

3.3 Technical compatibility

  • Android phone (version 7.0 / API 24 minimum) or iPhone (iOS 15 minimum).
  • Internet connection for synchronization (offline mode for most functions).
  • Minimum storage of 200 MB.

4. Pricing and contemplated plans

4.1 Current plan

The Service is currently provided free of charge to all users (farmers, technicians, partners). No bank card or payment method is required to use the Application or any of its features.

4.2 Extended plan under consideration ("Kessel Team")

An extended plan, called "Kessel Team", is being considered for agricultural organizations working with multiple collaborators and technicians. This plan is not currently active. Its final terms (features, price, subscription mode, conditions) will be communicated in advance to interested users. No charge can be made without explicit action on your part.

5. User commitments

  • Comply with Cameroonian law (notably Law No. 2010/012 on cybercrime).
  • Not use the Service for fraudulent or unethical purposes.
  • Not attempt to circumvent security measures.
  • Not perform reverse engineering or decompilation of the code.
  • Not overload or disrupt servers.
  • Not impersonate another user.
  • Respect agricultural technicians: no harassment, no discriminatory remarks.
  • Guarantee the truthfulness of agricultural information you enter.

6. User-published content

You retain ownership of content you publish via the Service (photos, reports, project data). However, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, store, reproduce and adapt such content, only as necessary to provide the Service.

7. Intellectual property

The Kessel application, its trademark, logo (the hexagon and "K"), interface, source code, and all associated documentation are the exclusive property of Kessel Agritech. Any unauthorized reproduction is subject to prosecution.

8. Availability

We strive to ensure Service availability 24/7, but cannot guarantee absolute availability. The Service may be temporarily interrupted for maintenance, updates or in case of force majeure.

9. Limitation of liability

The Service is provided "as is". We do not guarantee accuracy of all information (market prices, weather, reminders), absence of bugs, or suitability for a particular use other than that described.

Our liability is limited to the amount actually paid by the User over the 12 months preceding the triggering event. We are in no case liable for indirect damages (crop loss, lost profits, user data loss).

10. Personal data

The processing of your personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is an integral part of these Terms.

11. Account deletion

You may delete your account at any time from in-app Settings, or by emailing contact@kesselagritech.com. Deletion is effective within 30 days (reversibility window).

12. Termination by Kessel

We may suspend or terminate your access in case of serious breach of these Terms, fraudulent use, security risk or prolonged inactivity (more than 24 months).

13. Changes to these Terms

We may modify these Terms. Substantial changes will be notified at least 30 days before their effective date.

14. Applicable law

These Terms are governed by Cameroonian law. Disputes shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Kribi, Cameroon.

15. Contact

For any question regarding these Terms:
📧 contact@kesselagritech.com
📱 WhatsApp: +237 659 374 501
🏢 Kessel Agritech, Ebome, Kribi, Cameroon

Last updated: May 3, 2026 · Version 1.0