Terms and Conditions
Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before accessing or using any part of this website or the Services provided by (“Sika Box US Incorporated”) and its subsidiaries and affiliates (hereinafter referred to as (“Sika Box,” “Sika,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our””)). These Terms govern your relationship with us and set forth the legally binding conditions applicable to your use of our Services. The term (“Service”) refers to all products, platforms, technologies, APIs, software tools, and infrastructure offered by Sika Box, including (but not limited to) our website, liquidity and settlement orchestration, payment facilitation layers, transaction monitoring features, compliance tools, and related operational support. Regulatory Status: Sika Box operates as a technology intermediary in the cross-border payments and financial infrastructure space. We are duly registered and regulated as a Money Services Business (MSB) in the United States (FINCEN #MRX23-00009943) and Canada (FINTRAC #MR23149305), and licensed as an International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) in Nigeria (CBN License #TED/PFO/CON/PRC/002/142). Our services are delivered in collaboration with licensed financial institutions and in compliance with applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate. These Terms apply to all users of the Services. Certain clauses may apply specifically to business clients, merchants, integrators, or API users. Where applicable, such distinctions will be clearly identified throughout this document. By accessing or using any part of our website, APIs, or platform features, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by these Terms, as well as our (“Privacy Policy ”) and (“Cookie Policy”). If you do not agree to any of the terms herein, you must refrain from using our Services.
Governing Language
The governing language of the Terms and communication between Sika and you, shall be in the English Language.
Who is Sika Box
Simply put – We are on a mission to create infrastructure that not only simplifies cross-border payments especially in emerging markets but offers settlements in these markets and liquidity.
Age Restriction
Our website and Services are directed to people only from the age of 18 and over. Sika Box does not knowingly engage people younger than the age of 18.
Who You Are
Using our Services as a business or entity, you let us know that you have the legal rights to do so. You represent and warrant the following:
- That you have the full power and legal authority to represent and bind the business or entity to these Terms and that you agree to these Terms on the business or entity's behalf.
- That your business or legal entity is legally and financially responsible for your use of our Services including affiliates, subsidiaries, employees, contractors, or agents.
- That you are in good standing under the laws of any state, region, or country of your business or entity, and are duly authorized to do business in the state, region, or country in which your business or entity operates.
- That you have read and understood these Terms.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE LEGAL AUTHORITY TO BIND YOUR EMPLOYER, BUSINESS, OR ENTITY, PLEASE DO NOT ACCEPT THESE TERM
Our Intellectual Property
Sika Box respects intellectual property rights and expects all users of its Services to do the same. Unless otherwise stated in writing, Sika Box owns all rights, title, and interest in and to its Services, including but not limited to all software, source code, APIs, documentation, graphics, designs, text, articles, branding elements, logos, trademarks, and other materials provided through its platform and website (collectively, the “Sika Content”). These rights are protected under applicable intellectual property laws and international treaties. Nothing in these Terms shall be construed as granting you any ownership, license, or other rights to Sika Box’s intellectual property—whether by implication, estoppel, or otherwise—except as expressly stated below. Sika Box grants you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, and royalty-free license to access and use the Services, including any software, API, platform features, or documentation made available to you, solely in accordance with: 1. These Terms 2. The applicable documentation provided 3. Sika's Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy This license also extends to updates, upgrades, and future versions of the Services, unless otherwise specified. You agree not to: 1. Reproduce, copy, modify, distribute, publicly display, transmit, or create derivative works based on any part of the Services or Sika Content; 2. Translate, adapt, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive source code or any underlying technology from the Services; 3. Use Sika’s intellectual property in any way that violates applicable law or these Terms; 4. Use or display our trademarks, brand elements, domain names, or other distinctive marks without prior written consent. Sika Box may, upon reasonable notice, conduct audits or request evidence to verify your compliance with these Terms. Failure to comply may result in suspension or termination of access, legal action, and liability for any resulting damages. Any comments, suggestions, or feedback you voluntarily provide about our Services may be freely used by us without obligation to acknowledge, compensate, or notify you.
Exclusion of Warranties
Sika Box provides its Services, platform, and website on an (“as is”) and (““as available””) basis. We do not make, and hereby disclaim, any express or implied warranties or representations of any kind, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, availability, security, accuracy, or reliability. We do not guarantee that: 1. The Services will meet your specific expectations or requirements; 2. The Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from security vulnerabilities; 3. Any data processed directly by the client after the collection of raw data through our platform will be accurate, complete, reliable or timely; Use of our Services is at your sole risk. You are solely responsible for any damage to your device, systems, or data loss resulting from your misuse of our platform. We reserve the right to suspend, modify, or discontinue any part of the Services without notice, and shall not be liable for any resulting impact on your access or use.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Sika Box, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable to you or any third party for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages—including, but not limited to, loss of profits, revenues, data, goodwill, or business opportunities—arising out of or in connection with: This limitation applies whether such liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory—even if Sika Box has been advised of or should have known of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions may not allow certain exclusions or limitations. In such cases, these provisions apply only to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
- Your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Services;
- Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the information provided;
- Any delay, interruption, or system failure.
Rates, Quotes & Third-Party Financial Information
Sika Box does not create or control these rates. By using our Services, you acknowledge and accept that:
- Due to market volatility, exchange rates may fluctuate within seconds. Users are strongly advised to confirm quoted rates promptly and ensure funding is completed within the applicable time window.
- Sika Box shall not be liable for any financial loss, delay, or opportunity cost resulting from rate changes, expired quotes, or delayed transaction confirmations.;
Indemnity
You agree to indemnify, and hold harmless Sika Box, for itself, its subsidiaries, and affiliates, and each of their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, agents, and advisors form all claims, costs, liabilities, damages, losses, and expense, suit and/or proceedings (including, but not limited to, attorneys’ fees and expenses) arising out of or in connection with any breach by you of these Terms, including but not limited to a breach of your obligations, representation and warranties, Intellectual Property or other rights of third parties in relation to your use of the Services.
Breach of these Terms; Actions We May Take
Without prejudice to Sika’s rights, if it is discovered you are in breach in any way of these Terms, to protect Sika, Sika has the exclusive and prerogative to take any action against you. The following actions may be taken by Sika:
- Suspend your access to our website or prohibit you from accessing the website;
- De-board you as a customer;
- Refuse to provide the Services to you in the future;
- Take legal action against you.
If we terminate your use of our Services for any reason, we will provide you with a termination notice.
Termination of Services
Either party may terminate the use of the Services at any time by providing thirty (30) days' prior written notice. Sika Box reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to the Services immediately, with or without prior notice, if there is a breach of these Terms, a violation of applicable law, or if we believe your conduct could harm Sika Box, its users, or third parties. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease. We may retain and use your data as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements, consistent with our Privacy Policy.
Information Security and Secure Access
Sika Box applies robust technical and organizational safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its systems and user data, in alignment with international standards such as ISO 27001 and PCI DSS. We continuously monitor and enhance our security controls to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and related threats. Users are responsible for securing their account credentials and implementing appropriate internal safeguards. We recommend the use of secure authentication methods, including Single Sign-On (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) where available. In the event of a suspected or actual security incident, you must notify Sika Box immediately. We may take remedial actions, including notifying affected parties and regulators, in accordance with legal requirements.
Data Protection and Privacy
All personal data processed in connection with your use of our website and/or any Sika Box Services shall always be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the jurisdictions where we operate. Sika Box complies with relevant data protection regulations, including but not limited to the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR),General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, storage, and processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy outlines in detail the categories of personal information we collect, the purposes of processing, how your data is stored, and your rights under applicable data protection laws. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information, and to update such information as necessary. You may withdraw your consent or exercise your rights under applicable data protection laws—including rights to access, rectification, erasure, and objection—at any time by contacting us at: [email protected].
Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
Any dispute or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Services, or any transaction conducted through the Sika Box platform shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiations between the parties. If no resolution is reached within thirty (30) days, the dispute shall be submitted to and resolved by (binding arbitrationin )accordance with the rules of the (American Arbitration Association (AAA) ) . The arbitration shall take place in the (State of Delaware, USA, ) be conducted in English, and the decision rendered shall be final and binding on both parties. Nothing in this section shall prevent either party from seeking (equitable relief in a court of law ) to protect its intellectual property rights or confidential information. These Terms and any claim or dispute arising out of them shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the (laws of the State of Delaware,) without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You hereby irrevocably and unconditionally submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Delaware for such purposes, where applicable.
General; Updates, Modifications, and Amendments
We may revise these Terms from time to time. We will do our best to notify you of any material changes via the agreed form you chose while signing up. We also advise you to check this page often, referring to the last date of modification on the page. The most current version will always be found on our website: www.mysikabox.com/terms. You also agree to be bound by any changes made to the Terms.
Severability
If it is found by any court of law or jurisdiction, that any provisions of these Terms have become invalid, unenforceable, or illegal, then that particular provision(s) shall be removed without affecting the rest of the Terms, and the remaining provisions in the Terms shall continue to be valid and enforceable.
Prohibited Activities/Businesses
Sika Box maintains a strict policy against onboarding or partnering with individuals, merchants, or entities engaged in certain prohibited businesses or activities. We will not enter into agreements with, nor provide Services to, any party involved in the following: 1. (Unlicensed Financial Institutions) 2. (Unlicensed or Unauthorized Businesses, including but not limited to:)
- Insurance Operations
- Cryptocurrency and Digital Asset Trading
- Credit Reporting Agencies
- Payment Service Providers (PSPs)
- Financial Advisors
- Mortgage Brokers and Lenders
- SACCOs (Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations)
- Financial Technology (FinTech) Services
- Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs)
- Mobile Money Transfer Services
- Collective Investment Schemes
- Financial Marketplaces
- Crowdfunding Platforms
3. Fraudulent Financial Services 4. Unregistered Securities and Investment Activities 5. Unregistered Hedge Funds and Private Equity Firms 6. llegal Forex Trading and Unregulated Brokers, including:
- Forex Trading without Licensing
7. llegal Forex Trading and Unregulated Brokers, including:
- Forex Trading without Licensing
8. Illegal Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia 9. Use of Shell Companies for Illegal Purposes 10. Payday Lending and High-Cost Loan Services that are Illegal or Unlicensed 11. Ponzi Schemes and Pyramid Schemes 12. Transactions involving Blood, Bodily Fluids, or Human Body Parts 13. Banned Narcotics, Steroids, or Controlled Substances 14. Lottery Tickets, Sweepstakes Entries, Slot Machines 15. Weapons, Firearms, Ammunition, Explosives, or Hazardous Substances 16. Pawn Shops 17. Pseudo Pharmaceuticals or Unlicensed Drug Sales 18. Obscene Material or Pornography 19. Sexually Oriented Materials or Services 20. Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing 21. Tax Evasion or Aggressive Tax Avoidance Schemes 22. Fraudulent Financial Services (duplicate retained for emphasis) 23. Gambling and Betting Activities 24. Hawala or Informal Money Transfers without Registration 25. Unregulated Securities Trading 26. Unregulated Savings and Loan Cooperatives (Credit Unions) 27. Any Other Unlawful or Illegal Activities, or the promotion or facilitation thereof
Sika Box reserves the right to update this list at any time without prior notice to remain compliant with applicable regulations and risk management policies.
You are solely responsible for regularly reviewing the most current version of this list. Continued use of the Services after any update shall constitute your acknowledgment and agreement to comply with the updated restrictions.
Countries Prohibited
- Syria;
- Venezuela;
- Yemen
- Iran
- Myanmar (Burma)
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)/North Korea
- Cuba
- Russia
- Afghanistan
- Sudan
- Libya
- Ukraine (Crimea)
Questions?
For questions about Our Terms, contact us at [email protected].