Terms & Conditions

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Using the Seafarers Website:

By accessing and utilizing this website, you agree to adhere to the terms and conditions set forth. This includes:

Utilizing the site for lawful purposes only and not engaging in any activity that could compromise the security, functionality, or integrity of the site.
Ensuring that any social media or Google account login used on the site is your own and that you have the right to share information from these accounts in accordance with applicable laws and personal privacy settings.
Acknowledging that your use of the site, including any social media interactions or features, will not infringe upon the rights of others or violate any applicable law or regulation.
Understanding that the website is designed for information sharing and community engagement specific to the seafarer community. As such, all contributions or interactions should be relevant and respectful of this community's needs and sensitivities.

We reserve the right to modify the content, services, or accessibility of the site at any time, without notice. It is your responsibility to review these terms regularly to ensure continued compliance. Continued use of the site following any updates to the terms and conditions signifies your agreement to the changes.

Accessing Information and Services:

This website is designed to serve as a comprehensive portal for seafarers and associated parties, offering crucial information and facilitating community engagement. Services provided include:

User account management, utilizing secure social media or Google login integrations for enhanced user convenience and security.
Opportunities for users to engage with content, including the ability to comment on articles or share images to their social media pages directly from the website.

Please be aware that when utilizing these services, particularly those involving third-party integrations like social media logins, additional terms and privacy considerations may apply. It is your responsibility to review and adhere to these terms as well as our own.

Linking to Our Website:

You are encouraged to link directly to pages hosted on our website; no prior permission is needed for such actions. However, it is imperative that:

Pages from our site are not loaded into frames on your own site. Our website's pages must load into the entirety of the user's window to ensure full functionality and proper navigation.
Links provided on your site should not suggest in any way that the Seafarers website endorses or is affiliated with your site, products, or services, unless such an endorsement or affiliation exists and is formally acknowledged by both parties.
You do not charge users to click on a link to any page of our website. Access to our information is meant to be direct and free of charge to support the community of seafarers and associated stakeholders.
When utilizing social media features integrated on our site, ensure that any sharing of content complies with the terms and conditions of the respective social media platforms as well as our website. This includes proper attribution, respect for copyright materials, and adherence to privacy settings and preferences.

By creating a link to our website, you agree to the above conditions and acknowledge that failure to comply may result in the revocation of your linking privilege.

Linking to Third-Party Websites:

Our website may include links to third-party sites, such as social media platforms, governmental agencies, and other relevant organizations, to enhance the user experience and provide additional resources for seafarers:

While we strive to link only to reputable and relevant sites, the Cayman Islands Government does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites.
Users are advised to exercise caution and review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party sites that they visit through our links.
Links to third-party sites should not be interpreted as an endorsement by the Seafarers website or the Cayman Islands Government.
When sharing content from our site to social media platforms or other third-party websites, ensure compliance with the terms of those platforms and be mindful of the privacy and data security of others.

You agree to release the Cayman Islands Government from any and all liabilities arising from your use of any third-party website accessed via our site. We encourage users to be informed and cautious when navigating away from the Seafarers website to external sites.

Virus Protection

While we strive to keep the site safe, ensure your device has up-to-date antivirus protection. We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from site use.

Viruses, Hacking, and Other Offences

Do not misuse our site by knowingly introducing viruses or other malicious code. Unauthorized access to this site, the server, or associated databases is prohibited and will be reported to authorities.

Using Our Content:

The content available on the Seafarers website is protected by copyright laws and is intended to support the maritime community by providing relevant and essential information:

Material from this site, including documents, information, and resources designed to assist seafarers and their associates, may be downloaded or printed for personal, non-commercial use without requiring specific permission. Users are encouraged to credit the Seafarers website as much as possible when using this material.
Certain content on our site is provided for viewing only and may not be shared, in compliance with requests from content owners. Please respect these restrictions and refrain from distributing such content.
Reproduction, modification, distribution, or republishing of any website material, beyond personal use, without prior written consent from the Seafarers website administration, is strictly prohibited.
The permission to use our site's material does not include content that is identified as being copyrighted, trademarked, or owned by third parties. You must obtain authorization directly from the copyright holders to reproduce any such material.
When sharing permissible content from our site to social media or other platforms, ensure compliance with our site's terms, respect copyright laws, and appropriately credit the Seafarers website as the source, wherever feasible.

By using and sharing content from the Seafarers website, you agree to adhere to these conditions and respect the intellectual property rights of the site and its contributors.

Disclaimer

The Seafarers website is provided "as is" without any guarantees, representations, or warranties of any kind regarding the website's operation or the information, content, materials, or products included on this site. This includes:

No guarantees of content accuracy, completeness, or timeliness.
No assurances that the website or its content will be free of errors, inaccuracies, or defects.
No warranties that the website will be available at all times, free of viruses, or other harmful components.

While we strive to provide valuable and accurate information, the Seafarers website cannot ensure that all content and materials are always up-to-date and correct. We will not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use the website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

Content owners have stipulated that some materials are for viewing only and must not be shared. It is your responsibility to adhere to these restrictions and the website’s overall terms and conditions.

The Seafarers website disclaims any responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites linked to or from our site.

Your use of the Seafarers website and any linked third-party websites is solely at your own risk. By using this site, you agree to release the Seafarers website and its administrators from any and all claims or disputes that may come from the use of or the inability to use this website and its content.

Information About You and Your Seafarers Website Visits

We collect and use personal information in accordance with our privacy notice, which is detailed separately on our website. By using the Seafarers website, you consent to such data collection and use and confirm that all data provided by you is accurate and up-to-date.

The Seafarers website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, understand how our site is used, and tailor interactions and advertisements. Your interaction with the site, including your consent to or rejection of cookies, is governed by our cookie policy.

When you log in using social media or Google accounts, we access only the necessary information for authentication and integration purposes, adhering strictly to our privacy standards and the permissions you grant.

The Seafarers website ensures that data collection, storage, and processing practices are designed to provide maximum protection of your personal information, respecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws.

Your privacy is important to us, and we commit to protecting the information you share on our site. For more detailed information, please review our complete Privacy Notice and Cookie Policy available on the website.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by Cayman Islands law. Disputes will be resolved exclusively in Cayman Islands courts.

General

These terms and conditions, along with any other legal notices published on the Seafarers website, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Seafarers website regarding your use of this site.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these terms will remain in effect.

The Seafarers website operates under the jurisdiction of the Cayman Islands. Therefore, these terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Cayman Islands, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

We reserve the right to make changes to these terms and conditions at any time. Your continued use of the Seafarers website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.

Circumstances beyond our control, such as operational interruptions or failures caused by natural disasters, may affect our ability to comply with these terms; however, we will make all reasonable efforts to maintain service and compliance.

Apart from these terms and conditions, certain services or sections of the website may require you to agree to additional terms and conditions. It is your responsibility to review and agree to any such additional terms before using those services.

By using the Seafarers website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these terms and conditions, as well as any future modifications.