Terms of use

Welcome to the Avetium E-Invoicing Platform (“Platform”), operated by Avetium Technologies Limited (“Avetium,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Platform, including our website, applications, software, application programming interfaces (APIs), integrations, and any related products or services (collectively, the “Services”).

The Services enable businesses to generate, transmit, receive, validate, manage, and retain electronic invoices and related electronic business documents through supported Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and the Nigeria Revenue Service (“NRS”) E-Invoicing Platform.

By creating an Account, accessing, or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must immediately discontinue your use of the Services.

If you access or use the Services on behalf of a company, government agency, partnership, or other legal entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms. In such cases, references to “you,” “your,” or “Customer” refer to both the individual accepting these Terms and the legal entity they represent.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Avetium.

For the purposes of these Terms, unless the context otherwise requires, the following words and expressions shall have the meanings assigned to them below:

“Account” means the registered profile created by a User to access and use the Platform.

“Accredited Access Point Provider” or “APP” means an organization accredited or otherwise authorized by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) to securely connect taxpayer systems to the NRS E-Invoicing Platform for the validation, transmission, receipt, and management of electronic invoices and related electronic tax documents.

“API” (Application Programming Interface) means the interface provided by Avetium that enables authorized third-party software or systems to securely connect with and exchange data through the Platform.

“Applicable Law” means all applicable laws, regulations, directives, regulatory guidelines, judicial decisions, and governmental requirements relating to electronic invoicing, taxation, electronic transactions, data protection, cybersecurity, anti-money laundering, and any other laws governing the use of the Platform in the relevant jurisdiction.

“Business User” means any company, partnership, sole proprietorship, government entity, or other legally recognized organization that has registered to use the Platform.

“Customer” means any individual or legal entity that accesses or uses the Platform under these Terms.

“Electronic Invoice” or “E-Invoice” means a tax invoice or commercial invoice that is created, issued, transmitted, received, processed, and stored in a structured electronic format through the Platform in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

“NRS” means the Nigeria Revenue Service or any successor authority responsible for the administration of federal taxes.

“Invoice Data” means all information submitted, uploaded, generated, transmitted, received, or stored through the Platform, including invoices, debit notes, credit notes, tax information, customer information, product details, transaction records, and supporting documentation.

“Platform” means the Avetium E-Invoicing Platform, including its website, mobile applications, APIs, software, integrations, modules, updates, documentation, and related services.

“Services” means all services provided through the Platform, including but not limited to electronic invoice generation, validation, transmission, storage, reporting, reconciliation, compliance support, analytics, and integrations with third-party systems.

“Subscription” means the plan selected by a User for access to the Platform and its features.

“Tax Authority” means the Nigeria Revenue Service.

“Third-Party Service” means any software, application, payment gateway, accounting system, enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, cloud storage provider, or external service that integrates with, can be an extension to, or is accessible through the Platform.

“User”, “you”, or “your” means any individual or entity accessing or using the Platform, including administrators, employees, agents, contractors, or authorized representatives acting on behalf of a Business User.

“Validation” means the automated or manual process of verifying whether an electronic invoice complies with applicable technical standards, business rules, and regulatory requirements before acceptance, transmission, or reporting.

Unless the context otherwise requires, words importing the singular include the plural and vice versa, words importing any gender include all genders, and references to any law shall include any amendments, modifications, or replacements thereof.

3.1 About the Platform

The Platform is a cloud-based electronic invoicing solution that enables Customers to create, transmit, receive, validate, manage, and retain Electronic Invoices and related business records.

The Services are designed to facilitate compliant electronic invoicing by supporting integration with compatible ERP systems, accounting software, and other approved business applications.

Depending on the Customer’s Subscription, the Services may include:

• electronic invoice generation and management;
• secure invoice transmission;
• invoice validation and status updates;
• reporting and dashboard functionality;
• user and access management;
• API connectivity;
• integration with supported ERP and accounting systems;
• implementation and onboarding services; and
• technical support.

Avetium reserves the right to improve, modify, suspend, replace, or discontinue any feature of the Services where reasonably necessary for operational, regulatory, security, or business reasons.

3.2 Accredited Access Point Provider (APP)

Avetium Technologies Limited is an accredited Access Point Provider (APP) authorised to connect taxpayers to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) E-Invoicing Platform.

As an APP, Avetium provides the technology required to facilitate the secure exchange of electronic invoice data between supported ERP systems, including Zoho Books and other compatible business applications, and the NRS E-Invoicing Platform.

The Services may:

• securely transmit invoice data for validation and processing;
• receive processing responses from the NRS;
• communicate invoice status back to the originating application; and
• facilitate compliance with applicable electronic invoicing requirements.

Avetium’s role is limited to providing technology and integration services. Avetium does not verify the commercial accuracy of transactions, determine tax liabilities, or provide tax or legal advice.

3.3 Professional Services

In addition to the Platform, Avetium may provide professional services, including:

• implementation and deployment;
• ERP integration;
• system configuration;
• onboarding assistance;
• administrator and end-user training;
• technical support; and
• other consulting or implementation services agreed between Avetium and the Customer.

To use the Services, you must provide accurate registration information and keep your Account details up to date.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities carried out through your Account.

You agree to notify us promptly if you suspect any unauthorised use of your Account.

You agree to use the Services lawfully and responsibly.

You must not:

• use the Services for unlawful or fraudulent purposes;
• submit false or misleading information;
• interfere with the security or operation of the Platform;
• attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Services or another user’s Account;
• upload malicious software or harmful code;
• copy, reverse engineer, or misuse the Platform except as permitted by law;
• infringe the intellectual property rights of Avetium or any third party; or
• use the Services in any manner that may disrupt other users.

You remain responsible for ensuring that all information submitted through the Platform is accurate and complies with applicable laws.

Our Services require a paid Subscription.

By subscribing to a paid plan, you agree to pay all applicable fees in accordance with the pricing communicated by Avetium.

Unless otherwise agreed, subscription fees are payable in advance and are non-refundable except where required by law.

We may revise our pricing from time to time. We will provide reasonable notice before any pricing changes become effective.

The Platform, including its software, content, trademarks, logos, and related intellectual property, is owned by or licensed to Avetium and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Subject to these Terms, Avetium grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable licence to access and use the Services for your internal business purposes.

Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of the Platform or its intellectual property to you.

The Services may integrate with third-party software, including ERP systems, accounting software, payment platforms, and other business applications.

Your use of any third-party service is governed by that provider’s terms and policies. Avetium is not responsible for the availability, functionality, or content of third-party services.

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which explain how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information.

By using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood those policies.

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services if you breach these Terms, fail to pay applicable fees, engage in fraudulent or unlawful activity, or where required by law.

You may stop using the Services at any time by closing your Account, subject to any outstanding payment obligations.

Termination does not affect any rights or obligations that accrued before the termination date.

The Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Avetium disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and uninterrupted availability.

We do not warrant that the Services will be error-free, uninterrupted, or suitable for every business requirement.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Avetium shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, revenue, business opportunities, or data arising from your use of the Services.

Our total liability arising from or relating to the Services shall not exceed the fees paid by you for the Services during the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Avetium, its affiliates, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Services, your breach of these Terms, or your violation of any applicable law or the rights of a third party.

We may update the Services or these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our business, technology, or applicable laws.

Where material changes are made, we will provide reasonable notice through the Platform or by other appropriate means.

Your continued use of the Services after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

If you have any questions about these Terms or the Services, please contact us at:

Avetium Technologies Limited

Email: info@avetiumtechnologies.com