PRATST TERMS & CONDITIONS

Last updated: July 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 PRATST (registration number 2026/254332/07) ("PRATST", "we", "us", "our") operates the website at PRATST.com (the "Site"). The Site provides a platform connecting artists, beatmakers, recording studios, and sound engineers.

1.2 By accessing, browsing, registering on, or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (the "Agreement"). These terms apply whether you use the Site as a:

• User – to browse, purchase beats, book studios, or engage sound engineers; or
• Licensor – to list beats, studios, or engineering services.

1.3 If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use the Site.

1.4 This Agreement, together with the Privacy Policy (available at https://pratst.com/privacy-policy) and any procedure guides published on the Site, forms the entire agreement between you and PRATST.

2. INTERPRETATION

2.1 Key terms

"Agreement"

These Terms & Conditions, including any schedules or policies incorporated by reference.

"Collective Content"

PRATST Content and Licensor Content together.

"Content"

Text, graphics, images, music, software, audio, video, beats, sound recordings, compositions, and any other works or materials made available on the Site.

"Intellectual Property"

All intellectual property rights, including copyright, trademarks, and related rights, whether registered or unregistered.

"Law"

All applicable laws of the Republic of South Africa.

"Licensor"

A User who registers a profile and posts, uploads, or publishes Content on the Site for use by other Users, including beatmakers, recording studios, and sound engineers.

"Licensor Content"

Content that a Licensor posts, uploads, publishes, or transmits to the Site.

"Licensee"

A User who licenses Content from a Licensor through the Site.

"Parties"

PRATST and you. "Party" means either PRATST or you as the context requires.

"PRATST"

The registered company PRATST, registration number 2026/254332/07.

"PRATST Content"

Content that PRATST makes available through the Site, excluding Licensor Content.

"Site"

PRATST.com and all related pages, services, and functionality operated by PRATST.

"TrackCard"

PRATST's project workflow that guides a User through beat selection, studio recording, and mix/mastering on the Site.

"User"

Any person who visits or uses the Site, including artists who browse, purchase beat licences, book studios, or engage sound engineers.

"Wallet"

The internal account balance recorded for a Licensor on the Site, representing amounts available for withdrawal.

2.2 General interpretation

2.2.1 The singular includes the plural and vice versa.

2.2.2 A reference to a person includes a firm, company, or other corporate body.

2.2.3 All prices displayed on the Site are inclusive of VAT where applicable. Currently, no VAT is applied to transactions.

2.2.4 "Days" means calendar days unless qualified as "business days". A business day excludes Saturdays, Sundays, and South African public holidays.

2.2.5 The words "include" and "including" mean "include without limitation".

2.2.6 Clause headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.

3. GENERAL OBLIGATIONS

3.1 These Terms & Conditions, together with the Privacy Policy (available at https://pratst.com/privacy-policy) and any applicable procedure guides published on the Site, form a binding agreement between you and PRATST.

3.2 These terms apply to all services made available through the Site, whether accessed online, via mobile device, email, or otherwise.

3.3 PRATST may modify these terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on the Site.

3.3.1 For material changes (including changes to fees, payment terms, or user rights), PRATST will provide at least 30 days' notice by email to your registered address and by a prominent notice on the Site.

3.3.2 For non-material changes (typographical corrections, formatting, clarifications, or procedural updates), changes take effect when posted.

3.3.3 Your continued use of the Site after the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. If you do not accept a material change, you may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice to PRATST before the change takes effect.

3.4 You must be legally capable of entering into binding agreements under South African law to use the Site. If you use the Site on behalf of a business or organisation, you represent that you have authority to bind that entity.

4. USER CONDUCT

4.1 You may use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms.

4.2 You may not use the Site in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, impair, or compromise the Site, PRATST's systems, or the experience of other users.

4.3 You are solely responsible for your communications and interactions with other Users and Licensors, including any offline meetings or transactions arranged through the Site.

4.4 PRATST does not conduct comprehensive background checks on Users or Licensors and makes no guarantee as to the identity, qualifications, conduct, or compatibility of any person using the Site.

4.5 PRATST may, at its sole discretion, conduct preliminary vetting of studios and engineers based on online presence and reviews. This vetting is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a warranty or endorsement of any Licensor.

5. LICENSOR OBLIGATIONS AND CONTENT

5.1 If you register as a Licensor, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration;
• Keep your profile information up to date;
• Safeguard your account credentials; and
• Notify PRATST immediately of any unauthorised use of your account.

5.2 You are solely responsible for all Licensor Content you submit, post, or make available on the Site.

5.3 You may not submit Content that:

• Infringes any third party's rights;
• Is unlawful, defamatory, misleading, or otherwise inappropriate;
• Contains unauthorised samples, interpolations, or un-cleared loops of third-party recordings or compositions; or
• Violates any applicable Law.

5.4 PRATST reserves the right to:

• Remove Content that violates these terms;
• Suspend or terminate any profile that violates these terms; and
• Take appropriate legal action against repeat infringers.

5.5 By submitting Content to the Site, you represent and warrant that:

5.5.1 You own or have all necessary rights, licences, consents, and permissions to make your Licensor Content available on the Site and to grant the rights contemplated in this Agreement;

5.5.2 Your Licensor Content does not contain unauthorised samples or interpolations of third-party recordings or compositions, unless you have obtained all required clearances;

5.5.3 Publication and use of your Licensor Content on the Site will not violate any applicable Law or infringe any third-party rights;

5.5.4 You have full authority to enter into this Agreement and to perform your obligations under it.

5.6 If PRATST receives a valid complaint or court order alleging that your Licensor Content infringes third-party rights, PRATST may:

• Remove the Content pending investigation;
• Suspend your account;
• Notify you of the complaint; and
• Require you to provide proof of rights or authorisation.

5.7 If you repeatedly infringe third-party rights, PRATST may permanently terminate your account and ban you from future use of the Site.

5.8 PRATST does not claim ownership of Licensor Content but does not warrant or represent the accuracy, quality, or legality of any Licensor Content.

6. PRATST'S ROLE AS A PLATFORM

6.1 PRATST is a platform provider that facilitates connections between Users and Licensors. PRATST does not:

• Create, endorse, or guarantee any Licensor Content;
• Verify the originality of Licensor Content (other than as set out in clause 5.6);
• Control or assume responsibility for the quality, legality, or accuracy of Licensor Content; or
• Act as an agent for any Licensor or User, except as expressly set out in this Agreement.

6.2 PRATST operates on an honour and contract system. Licensors are legally required to own or have the rights to the Content they distribute. Licensors are held liable in these Terms for any copyright infringement, plagiarism, or unauthorised sample use.

6.3 PRATST does not use automated audio-fingerprinting to verify file originality or prevent users from uploading unauthorised content prior to sale.

6.4 Any reliance on Licensor Content is at your own risk.

7. LICENSING OF BEATS AND CONTENT

7.1 Where a Licensor offers beats or other Content for licence through the Site:

• The specific licence terms (including permitted use, territory, and price) are set by the Licensor and displayed at the point of purchase;
• Beats may be offered for free or for a fee at the Licensor's discretion;
• The licence is granted under the Licensor's own terms.

7.2 Upon successful payment (or where a beat is offered free of charge), the applicable licence is assigned to the Licensee as described on the Site. The Licensee's rights are limited to the licence terms selected at purchase.

7.3 Licensors may offer beats for personal use, free distribution, or sale with custom licence tiers. PRATST facilitates the transaction but is not a party to the licence agreement between Licensor and Licensee, except as necessary to operate the Site and process payments.

7.4 PRATST will make reasonable efforts to facilitate communication between Licensors and Licensees in the event of a licence dispute. PRATST may, but is not obliged to, provide non-binding mediation upon request by either party.

7.5 PRATST does not adjudicate ownership or infringement disputes, which must be resolved directly between parties or through the courts. PRATST may, however, remove Content or suspend accounts where it reasonably believes infringement has occurred.

8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

8.1 The Site and PRATST Content are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit the Site or PRATST Content except as expressly permitted in writing by PRATST or as necessary to use the Site in accordance with these terms.

8.3 PRATST trademarks, logos, and branding may not be used without prior written permission.

8.4 PRATST does not adjudicate ownership disputes over Content posted to the Site. Such disputes must be resolved directly between the parties concerned.

8.5 If you believe any Content on the Site infringes your intellectual property rights, you may submit a takedown notice to support@pratst.com. Your notice must include:

• Your full name and contact details;
• Identification of the work claimed to be infringed;
• Identification of the allegedly infringing Content on the Site;
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the Content is not authorised;
• A statement that the information in the notice is accurate; and
• Your physical or electronic signature.

8.6 Upon receipt of a valid takedown notice, PRATST will:

• Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing Content;
• Notify the Licensor who posted the Content;
• Give the Licensor an opportunity to respond; and
• Restore the Content if the complaint is resolved or withdrawn.

8.7 PRATST will terminate or suspend accounts of repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances.

9. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMER

9.1 The Site and Collective Content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranty of any kind, whether express or implied.

9.2 PRATST does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

9.3 PRATST will take reasonable steps required by Law to maintain the confidentiality of information transmitted through the Site.

9.4 No advice or information obtained from PRATST or through the Site creates any warranty not expressly stated in these terms.

9.5 PRATST does not warrant or guarantee the originality, quality, legality, or fitness for purpose of any Licensor Content.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

10.1 To the fullest extent permitted by Law, PRATST, its directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, the Site or Collective Content.

10.2 This includes, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if PRATST has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10.3 Nothing in this Agreement excludes or limits PRATST's liability for:

• Death or personal injury caused by PRATST's negligence;
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or
• Any liability that cannot be excluded by Law.

10.4 To the extent that any liability cannot be excluded but may be limited, PRATST's total aggregate liability to you shall not exceed:

• The total amount paid by you to PRATST in the 12 months preceding the claim; or
• R10,000.00 (ten thousand Rand), whichever is greater.

10.5 You acknowledge that your use of the Site and interactions with other Users and Licensors are at your own risk.

11. INDEMNIFICATION

11.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PRATST and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your breach of this Agreement;
• Your use of the Site;
• Your Licensor Content (if applicable);
• Your interactions with other users; or
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights.

11.2 This indemnity does not apply to claims arising solely from PRATST's own negligence or wilful misconduct.

11.3 PRATST reserves the right to assume exclusive defence and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you will cooperate with PRATST in the defence.

12. PAYMENT TERMS

12.1 Currency and payment processor

12.1.1 All prices and payments on the Site are in South African Rand (ZAR), displayed as "R".

12.1.2 Payments are processed through PayFast, a third-party payment gateway. By making a payment, you agree to PayFast's applicable terms and conditions. PRATST does not store your card or banking details.

12.1.3 All client payments are received into PRATST's PayFast merchant account. PRATST facilitates the transaction and holds funds in the PayFast account until release to Licensors as described below.

12.2 Beat licence purchases

12.2.1 Beat licence prices are set by the beatmaker (Licensor) and displayed at the point of purchase. Some beats may be offered free of charge.

12.2.2 Payment must be completed successfully through PayFast before a paid beat licence is assigned to your account.

12.2.3 On successful payment, the full gross licence fee is credited to the beatmaker's Wallet.

12.2.4 The licence granted is limited to the terms displayed for the selected licence tier. PRATST is not responsible for how a Licensee uses a beat beyond the stated licence terms.

12.3 Recording studio bookings (TrackCard)

12.3.1 Studio session fees are calculated based on the studio's published hourly rate multiplied by the booked session hours. Studios set their own rates.

12.3.2 A non-refundable booking deposit of R200.00 is payable when the studio approves your booking request.

12.3.3 After the recording session, the studio submits the final session details. The balance of the session fee (session total minus the R200.00 deposit) is payable before final vocal files are delivered to you.

12.3.4 Once the balance is paid, PRATST holds the full session fee in its PayFast merchant account until the studio uploads the session files. Upon upload, the session fee is credited to the studio owner's Wallet.

12.3.5 If the studio cancels the booking or fails to deliver the agreed service, the deposit and any balance paid will be refunded to you.

12.4 Sound engineer services — mixing and mastering (TrackCard)

12.4.1 Engineer fees are based on the engineer's published per-track rate as displayed on their profile.

12.4.2 A non-refundable booking deposit of R200.00 is payable when the engineer approves your booking request.

12.4.3 After the engineer completes the work and submits session details, the balance (per-track fee minus the R200.00 deposit) is payable before the final mastered track is delivered to you.

12.4.4 Once the balance is paid, PRATST holds the full fee in its PayFast merchant account until the engineer uploads the completed files. Upon upload, the fee is credited to the engineer's Wallet.

12.4.5 If the engineer cancels the booking or fails to deliver the agreed service, the deposit and any balance paid will be refunded to you.

12.5 Licensor withdrawals

12.5.1 Licensors may request withdrawal of their Wallet balance via the "Request Payment" function in Producer Suite.

12.5.2 A minimum Wallet balance of R400.00 is required to submit a withdrawal request. The minimum withdrawal amount is R400.00.

12.5.3 PRATST deducts a service fee of 5% from each withdrawal request. The remaining 95% is paid to the bank account details you provide.

12.5.4 You are responsible for providing accurate banking details. PRATST is not liable for payments sent to incorrect details you supplied.

12.5.5 Withdrawal requests are reviewed and processed manually by PRATST. PRATST aims to process approved withdrawal requests within 5-10 business days of submission.

12.5.6 Licensors are solely responsible for their own tax obligations arising from income earned through the Site.

12.5.7 Withdrawal fees are subject to change. Any change to the withdrawal fee structure will be treated as a material change under clause 3.3.1 and will require 30 days' notice.

12.6 Failed or cancelled payments

12.6.1 If a payment is cancelled, declined, or unsuccessful at PayFast, no licence, booking, or service will be confirmed until payment is successfully completed.

12.6.2 You may attempt payment again through the link or process provided on the Site.

13. REFUNDS AND DISPUTES

13.1 Beat licences

13.1.1 All beat licence purchases are final. PRATST does not offer refunds on beat licences once payment has been successfully processed and the licence has been assigned to your account.

13.1.2 Exceptions to this policy apply where:

• The beat file is corrupted or cannot be downloaded despite reasonable attempts;
• The Licensor has materially misrepresented the beat (e.g., the audio file does not match the preview);
• PRATST determines, at its sole discretion, that a refund is warranted.

13.1.3 Before purchasing, you are responsible for reviewing the beat preview, licence terms, and price. If you are unsure whether a licence meets your needs, do not complete the purchase.

13.2 Studio and engineer services

13.2.1 Booking deposits of R200.00 for studio and sound engineer services are non-refundable once paid, except where:

• The studio or engineer cancels the booking; or
• The studio or engineer fails to deliver the agreed service.

13.2.2 Disputes relating to studio recordings or mixing/mastering services (including quality of work, session conduct, or delivery) will be handled by PRATST on a case-by-case basis.

13.3 Dispute resolution process

13.3.1 To raise a dispute, email support@pratst.com with:

• Your TrackCard reference or transaction ID;
• A detailed description of the issue;
• Any supporting evidence (screenshots, emails, audio files).

13.3.2 PRATST will:

• Acknowledge receipt of your dispute within 48 hours;
• Investigate the dispute and request information from both parties as needed; and
• Aim to resolve the dispute within 14 business days.

13.3.3 During investigation, PRATST may:

• Withhold funds in the PayFast merchant account pending resolution;
• Facilitate communication between the parties;
• Remove Content if necessary; and
• Suspend accounts if warranted.

13.3.4 PRATST's decision is final for purposes of the Site, but without prejudice to your rights under applicable Law.

13.4 Chargebacks

13.4.1 If you initiate a chargeback or payment reversal through your bank or PayFast without first contacting PRATST and giving us an opportunity to resolve the issue, PRATST may:

• Suspend your account;
• Reverse any associated Wallet credits; and
• Suspend access to services pending resolution.

13.4.2 If a chargeback is determined to be unwarranted, you may be liable for any associated fees incurred by PRATST.

14. TERMINATION

14.1 You may stop using the Site at any time. If you wish to close your account, contact support@pratst.com.

14.2 Before closing your account, you must request withdrawal of any available Wallet balance. After account closure, you will not be able to access or withdraw funds.

14.3 PRATST may suspend your account or access to the Site with notice where reasonably practicable, in the following circumstances:

• Breach of these Terms;
• Suspected illegal activity;
• Risk to PRATST or other users;
• Court order or legal requirement.

14.4 PRATST may terminate your account or access to the Site without notice where:

• The breach is material and cannot be remedied;
• You have engaged in fraud or illegal activity;
• Your conduct poses an immediate risk to PRATST or other users.

14.5 PRATST may discontinue the Site entirely. In such case, PRATST will provide at least 30 days' notice where reasonably practicable.

14.6 Termination does not affect provisions that by their nature should survive termination, including payment obligations, intellectual property, limitation of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution.

15. BREACH

15.1 If either Party breaches this Agreement, the other Party may give written notice requiring the breach to be remedied within 14 (fourteen) days, or such longer period as may be reasonable.

15.2 If the breach is not remedied within that period, the Aggrieved Party may:

15.2.1 Claim immediate performance of all outstanding obligations; or

15.2.2 Cancel this Agreement on written notice, where the breach is material,

in each case without prejudice to any other rights available under this Agreement or Law.

15.3 The Aggrieved Party may cancel this Agreement summarily on written notice if the Defaulting Party:

15.3.1 Commits a material breach that cannot be remedied;

15.3.2 Is placed under sequestration, liquidation, business rescue, or equivalent proceedings; or

15.3.3 Makes or offers to make an arrangement with creditors for the release of debts.

16. FORCE MAJEURE

16.1 PRATST will not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement if such failure arises from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including:

• Acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, epidemics;
• War, terrorism, civil unrest;
• Strikes, labour disputes;
• Government action, regulatory changes;
• Failure of telecommunications networks, internet service providers, or payment processing systems;
• Power outages or infrastructure failure.

16.2 Where a force majeure event occurs, PRATST will:

• Notify you as soon as reasonably practicable;
• Take reasonable steps to mitigate the impact;
• Resume performance as soon as the event ceases.

17. APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION

17.1 This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

17.2 The Parties consent to the jurisdiction of the Magistrate's Court (including the Regional Court) for any dispute arising from this Agreement.

17.3 Where the claim exceeds the monetary jurisdiction of the Magistrate's Court, or where urgent relief is required, either Party may institute proceedings in the High Court of South Africa.

18. NOTICES

18.1 All notices to PRATST must be sent by email to support@pratst.com.

18.2 PRATST may send notices to you at the email address associated with your account.

18.3 Notices sent by email during business hours are deemed received on the date of transmission; notices sent outside business hours are deemed received on the next business day.

18.4 You are responsible for keeping your contact details up to date on your profile.

19. MODIFICATION OF TERMS

19.1 PRATST may modify these Terms & Conditions as set out in clause 3.3.

19.2 You should review these terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Site after the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

19.3 If you do not accept a material change, you may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice to PRATST before the change takes effect.

20. GENERAL

20.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and PRATST regarding use of the Site and supersedes all prior agreements on the same subject.

20.2 No variation of this Agreement is valid unless in writing and signed by both Parties, except as provided in clause 19 (modification by posting).

20.3 PRATST's failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

20.4 If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in full force and effect.

20.5 You may also be subject to additional terms when using specific features of the Site. Those guides supplement but do not replace these Terms & Conditions. In the event of a conflict, these Terms & Conditions prevail.

20.6 Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship between you and PRATST.

21. CONTACT INFORMATION

For all queries, disputes, or notices, contact support@pratst.com for:

• General support
• Takedown notices
• Disputes
• Account closure