Terms of service

OVERVIEW

This website is operated by Compass Marine ("we," "us," or "our"). By using our website, you agree to the following terms and conditions, including any additional terms, policies, or notices referred to herein.

Please read these Terms of Service carefully. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use our website or services. Your use of this website constitutes your acceptance of these terms.

Any new features or tools added to the website will also be subject to these Terms of Service. The most current version can always be found on this page. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these terms by posting updates on our website. It is your responsibility to check this page for changes. Continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

Our online store is hosted by Shopify Inc., which provides the e-commerce platform for our products and services.

SECTION 1 - ONLINE STORE TERMS

By using our website, you represent that you are of the age of majority in your state or province of residence or have given us consent to allow any minor dependents to use this site. You agree not to use our products or services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose and not to violate any laws in your jurisdiction, including copyright laws. You must not transmit any worms, viruses, or any destructive code. Violating any of these terms will result in an immediate termination of your services.

SECTION 2 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time. Your content, except for credit card information, may be transferred unencrypted over various networks and may be changed to adapt to technical requirements. Credit card information is always encrypted during transfer. You may not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any part of our service without express written permission from us. Headings used in this agreement are for convenience and will not affect the interpretation of these terms.

SECTION 3 - ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, AND TIMELINESS OF INFORMATION

We are not responsible for inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information on this site. The material here is for general information only and should not be used as the sole basis for decision-making. You should consult primary, more accurate, and timely sources for decisions. Historical information may be available on the site, but it is not current and is for reference only. We reserve the right to modify the site's content at any time, but we are not obligated to update it. It is your responsibility to monitor changes.

SECTION 4 - MODIFICATIONS TO THE SERVICE AND PRICES

Product prices are subject to change without notice. We may modify or discontinue the service or any part of it at any time without notice. We are not liable for any modification, price change, suspension, or discontinuance.

SECTION 5 - PRODUCTS OR SERVICES

Certain products or services may be available exclusively online with limited quantities. These are subject to our Refund Policy. We aim to display product images and colors as accurately as possible, but we cannot guarantee exact color representation on your computer monitor. We may limit the sales of products or services to specific regions or individuals, and descriptions and pricing may change without notice. We may discontinue products at any time. Offers are void where prohibited. We do not guarantee the quality of any products, services, or materials obtained through our website.

SECTION 6 - ACCURACY OF BILLING AND ACCOUNT INFORMATION

We reserve the right to refuse any order or limit quantities per person, per household, or per order. You agree to provide accurate and complete purchase and account information. It is your responsibility to update your information as needed. For more details, please review our Refund Policy.

SECTION 7 - OPTIONAL TOOLS

We may provide access to third-party tools, which we do not monitor or control. You acknowledge that these tools are provided "as is" without warranties or conditions. Your use of these tools is at your own risk, and you should review and approve the terms of third-party providers. New features and services may also be subject to these terms.

SECTION 8 - THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain content, products, and services from third parties. We are not responsible for examining or evaluating the accuracy of this content and do not have liability or responsibility for third-party materials, products, services, or any transactions related to them. Review third-party policies and practices before engaging in any transaction. Any issues regarding third-party products should be directed to the third party.

SECTION 9 - USER COMMENTS, FEEDBACK AND OTHER SUBMISSIONS

If you submit specific materials at our request or without our request (collectively, "comments"), you agree that we may use them without restrictions. We may monitor, edit, or remove content that we consider unlawful, offensive, or violating intellectual property rights or these terms. Your comments must not violate any third-party rights, contain libelous or unlawful material, or introduce malicious code. You are responsible for the accuracy of your comments, and we assume no liability for comments posted by you or third parties.

SECTION 10 - PERSONAL INFORMATION

Your submission of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.

SECTION 11 - ERRORS, INACCURACIES AND OMISSIONS

Occasionally, information on our site or in the service may contain errors, inaccuracies, or omissions related to product descriptions, pricing, promotions, offers, shipping charges, transit times, and availability. We reserve the right to correct errors or omissions, change or update information, or cancel orders if information in the service is inaccurate. We are not obligated to update or clarify information except as required by law.

SECTION 12 - PROHIBITED USES

You are prohibited from using the site or its content for unlawful purposes, to solicit unlawful acts, to violate laws or regulations, or to infringe upon our or others' intellectual property rights. You must not harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, or discriminate based on personal characteristics, provide false information, introduce malicious code, collect personal information, or interfere with security features. We reserve the right to terminate your use for any prohibited uses.

SECTION 13 - DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

We do not guarantee that the service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. We do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of results obtained through the service. We may remove the service for indefinite periods or cancel it at any time without notice. Your use of the service is at your own risk, and it is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. We are not liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of the service, including errors or omissions in content, loss or damage from using the service, even if advised of their possibility. Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

SECTION 14 - INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, due to your breach of these terms or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

SECTION 15 - SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these terms is deemed unlawful, void, or unenforceable, it will be enforced to the fullest extent allowed by law. The unenforceable portion will be severed, and it will not affect the validity of other provisions.

SECTION 16 - TERMINATION

The obligations and liabilities incurred before the termination date will survive the agreement's termination. These terms are effective unless terminated by you or us. You may terminate these terms by notifying us that you no longer wish to use our services. We may terminate this agreement at any time without notice if we believe you have failed to comply with these terms, and you will remain liable for any amounts due up to the date of termination.

SECTION 17 - ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These terms and any policies posted on our site constitute the entire agreement between you and us and govern your use of the service, superseding any prior agreements. Any ambiguities in interpreting these terms should not be construed against the drafting party.

SECTION 18 - GOVERNING LAW

These terms and any agreements for our services are governed by South African law.

SECTION 19 - CHANGES TO TERMS OF SERVICE

You can review the most current version of these terms at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these terms by posting updates on our website. Your continued use of our website or services following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

SECTION 20 - CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions about these terms can be sent to us at info@compassmarine.co.za.