Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the SASSA Status Check website located at www.status-check-sa.co.za. By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Website Purpose and Disclaimer

SASSA Status Check is an independent informational website that provides guidance and information about SASSA social grants, including the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 grant.

Important: This Website is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to:

• The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
• The Department of Social Development
• Any South African government department or entity

We do not process applications, payments, or appeals. All official services must be accessed through SASSA's official channels.

3. Use of Information

The information provided on this Website is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information up-to-date and accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about:

• The completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information
• The availability or timeliness of the information
• The results that may be obtained from using the information

You acknowledge that any reliance on such information is at your own risk. For official and binding information, please contact SASSA directly or visit their official website at www.sassa.gov.za.

4. User Responsibilities

When using this Website, you agree to:

• Use the Website only for lawful purposes
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Not use the Website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its operation
• Not use any automated systems or software to extract data from the Website
• Not misrepresent this Website as an official SASSA service
• Verify important information through official SASSA channels

5. External Links

This Website contains links to external websites, including official government portals. These links are provided for your convenience and reference. We do not have control over the content of external websites and:

• Are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability
• Do not endorse the content of linked websites unless explicitly stated
• Encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external website

6. Intellectual Property

The content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and design, is the property of SASSA Status Check unless otherwise stated. You may:

• View and print pages for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to our pages

You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit our content without written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SASSA Status Check shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses
• Damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Website
• Damages resulting from decisions made based on information from this Website
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your data

This limitation applies regardless of whether the damages arise from contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SASSA Status Check, its owners, operators, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

9. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: info@www.status-check-sa.co.za
• Website: Contact Page

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and SASSA Status Check regarding your use of the Website and supersede any prior agreements.