Terms and Policies
Terms of Service
By accessing or using PoisonBoy.co (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our platform.
1. Content Ownership
All original content on this website, including articles, visuals, designs, and features, is the property of Poison Boy or the credited creator and is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is strictly prohibited.
2. Creative Submissions
By submitting your work (text, images, videos), you affirm you are the rightful owner or have permission to submit. You grant Poison Boy a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to publish and promote your work, with proper credit. You retain full ownership and may request removal at any time.
3. Use of Site
You agree not to use the site for illegal activities, spam, scraping, or impersonation. We reserve the right to ban users or remove content that violates our guidelines.
4. External Links
We may feature or link to third-party websites. Poison Boy is not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites.
5. Modifications
We reserve the right to update or modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page.
6. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of Nigeria.
Last updated: August 2025
Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy outlines how Poison Boy collects, uses, and protects your information.
1. Information We Collect
- Name and email address (when subscribing or submitting content)
- IP address and browsing behavior (via analytics tools)
- Cookies and device info
2. How We Use It
- To communicate updates, newsletters, and features
- To improve website performance
- To manage and display creative submissions
3. Data Protection
We do not sell your personal data. Your information is stored securely and only accessible by authorized personnel.
4. Third-Party Tools
We may use Google Analytics, Mailchimp, and Meta Pixel to understand our audience. These tools have their own privacy policies.
5. Your Rights
You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data by contacting us at editor@poisonboy.co.
6. Changes to Policy
We may update this policy as needed. Please check this page regularly.
Effective Date: August 2025
Cookie Policy
Poison Boy uses cookies to enhance user experience and track performance.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that help us remember preferences and gather usage insights.
2. How We Use Cookies
- Analyze website traffic and page engagement
- Remember user preferences
- Enable social sharing tools
3. Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
By continuing to browse the site, you consent to our use of cookies.
Updated: August 2025
User-Generated Content Disclaimer
Poison Boy provides a platform for creatives to share their stories and work.
1. Third-Party Opinions
The views expressed in features, interviews, or submissions are solely those of the contributors and do not represent the views of Poison Boy.
2. Liability
Poison Boy is not responsible for errors, misstatements, or actions resulting from third-party content.
3. Editorial Discretion
We reserve the right to edit or remove content that violates our values or publishing standards.
Issued: August 2025
Content Removal Policy
We respect the rights of all creatives and collaborators.
1. Requesting a Takedown
If you would like your content removed from our website, please contact editor@poisonboy.co with:
- Your full name
- Link to the content
- Reason for removal
2. Review Process
We aim to respond to takedown requests within 7 business days. If the request is valid, the content will be removed promptly.
3. Final Note
We value transparency and work to ensure respectful use of all content.
Effective: August 2025
Poison Boy Brand Partnership & Collaboration Guidelines
Poison Boy Brand Partnership & Collaboration Guidelines
Effective Date: August 2025
Poison Boy is a creative platform that values authenticity, innovation, and representation. We collaborate with fashion brands, cultural institutions, designers, and creators who align with our mission: to celebrate and elevate African creativity.
These guidelines outline how we work with partners, what we expect, and how we ensure that all collaborations uphold the spirit of our platform.
1. Brand Alignment
We prioritize partnerships that:
- Support African creatives and communities
- Reflect ethical, inclusive, and culturally respectful practices
- Align with Poison Boy’s visual tone, mission, and values
2. Collaboration Formats
Partnerships may include:
- Sponsored content (reels, interviews, features)
- Social campaigns (giveaways, styled shoots, avatar collabs)
- Physical events (panels, pop-ups, exhibitions)
- Creative development (lookbooks, capsule campaigns, etc.)
3. Creative Control
Poison Boy retains creative direction over all content published on its platforms.
- Brands may provide briefs and inspiration, but final execution rests with the Poison Boy team
- All use of our name, logo, or digital avatar must be approved before publication
4. Use of the Poison Boy Avatar
If the avatar is involved in your campaign:
- Your brand must submit outfit visuals, product references, or concepts in advance
- Custom scenes or looks require collaboration with our in-house creative team
- The avatar cannot be used to promote sensitive, political, or culturally inappropriate material
5. Credits and Deliverables
- All collaborations will be credited as “in partnership with [Brand Name]”
- Deliverables, timelines, and expectations will be outlined in a separate agreement or brief
6. Content Licensing
- Poison Boy maintains ownership of all produced content unless otherwise negotiated
- Partners are granted usage rights for promotional purposes only (with proper credit)
7. Payments & Sponsorship
- Financial arrangements, if any, will be defined by project scope
- For barter or unpaid collabs, mutual value must be clearly defined upfront
8. Brand Visibility
- Sponsored content may be tagged, disclosed, or marked as #Ad or #Partner to remain transparent with our audience
9. Dispute & Revisions
- If either party requests changes to deliverables, both must agree in writing
- Poison Boy may withdraw from any partnership if the collaboration breaches our values or brand integrity
10. Contact Us
To explore a collaboration or request a media kit, email: editor@poisonboy.co
We look forward to building with brands who believe in creativity with purpose.
Signed,
The Poison Boy Team
Poison Boy Submission Terms & Conditions:
Poison Boy Submission Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: August 2025
These terms govern the eligibility and conditions for submitting work or being featured on the Poison Boy platform.
1. Eligibility Criteria
We celebrate and feature individuals whose work reflects or impacts African creativity, culture, or innovation. To be considered for a feature or creative submission:
- You must be based in Africa or of African descent, OR
- Your work must directly reflect, uplift, or influence African culture, communities, or creative spaces.
2. What We Accept
We welcome submissions across the creative industry, including but not limited to:
- Photography, fashion design, styling, art, architecture
- Digital creations, documentaries, cultural commentary
- Written essays, profiles, interviews, and community-led projects
Your work must:
- Be original and owned by you
- Reflect African influence or relevance
- Be accompanied by proper credits and context
3. What We Do Not Accept
We do not accept:
- Content that appropriates or exploits African culture
- Work with hateful, discriminatory, or political propaganda
- AI-generated content without clear disclosure
- Uncredited or plagiarized materials
4. Selection and Editorial Rights
Poison Boy reserves the right to select which submissions are published based on relevance, originality, and impact. All editorial decisions are final.
We may edit your content for clarity, formatting, or visual layout — while maintaining the integrity of your original work.
5. Contributor Rights
By submitting, you:
- Affirm that the work is yours or you have permission to submit
- Grant Poison Boy non-exclusive rights to feature, share, and promote your submission with proper credit
- Retain full ownership of your work
- May request content removal at any time via editor@poisonboy.co
6. Integrity & Representation
We are committed to representing African creativity with authenticity and respect. Every story featured on Poison Boy must reflect this value.
To submit or nominate someone for our features or lists, visit: www.poisonboy.co/submit
Contact: editor@poisonboy.co
Signed,
The Poison Boy Editorial Team
Copyright Disclaimer:
All images used on this site are for editorial and demonstrative purposes only. While we make every effort to credit original creators, some images were sourced from public platforms such as Pinterest where the original authorship could not be verified. If you are the rights holder of any image featured here and would like it credited or removed, please contact us and we will act promptly.