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Terms of Publishing Business Listings

Effective Date: 9 November 2025

1. Overview

Oceanatik allows registered users to create and manage business listings for dive centres, operators, resorts, and other related services. Registration and the creation of basic listings are free of charge. Additional optional paid services may be offered to enhance visibility or access premium features; however, use of these services is not required to maintain a listing.

By creating or managing a listing, you agree to comply with these Terms of Publishing and all other applicable site policies.


2. Eligibility and Authorisation

Only individuals who are authorised representatives of a business may create or manage its listing. By submitting or managing a business profile, you confirm that:

  • You have the legal authority to represent the business on Oceanatik;
  • The information provided is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge;
  • You will promptly update or correct any information that becomes inaccurate, outdated, or misleading.

If a business authorises multiple users to act as administrators, those users may each make updates or changes to the listing. The business is solely responsible for ensuring that the individuals listed as authorised administrators are accurate and legitimate. The list of authorised users is visible in the Settings section of each individual listing.

Oceanatik reserves the right to request proof of authorisation at any time.


3. Verification and Moderation Rights

Oceanatik reserves the right to verify business information, request supporting documentation, or make editorial adjustments to ensure consistency and quality across listings. Listings that fail to meet verification standards may be rejected, edited, or removed at Oceanatik’s discretion without prior notice.


4. Content Standards

All business listings must comply with the following guidelines:

  • Information must be truthful, relevant, and professional;
  • Content must not infringe on any third-party rights, including trademarks, copyrights, or privacy;
  • Do not include external links, contact details, or instructions that encourage users to bypass Oceanatik when engaging with a business;
  • Marketing or promotional material must remain within the format provided by Oceanatik;
  • Any photos, videos, or media uploaded must belong to you or be properly licensed for use.

Oceanatik may edit, hide, or remove any content that violates these standards without prior notice.


5. Prohibited Content and Conduct

You agree not to post, upload, or promote content that:

  • Contains false, misleading, or deceptive information;
  • Promotes illegal activities, products, or services;
  • Contains hate speech, discrimination, or harassment;
  • Is defamatory, obscene, or violates another party’s rights;
  • Includes malware, scripts, or code intended to harm or manipulate other users or the platform.

Oceanatik reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that engage in any of the above activities.


6. Paid Services

Oceanatik may offer optional paid services designed to improve visibility or enhance listings. Use of such services is entirely voluntary. Payment terms, durations, and renewal conditions for these services will be clearly stated at the point of purchase. All paid services are non-refundable once activated, unless otherwise specified by Oceanatik.


7. Data Usage and Privacy

By submitting a business listing, you understand and agree that certain information (e.g., business name, description, and location) will be publicly visible on Oceanatik and may appear in search results, maps, or partner integrations.

Oceanatik may process submitted data in accordance with its Privacy Policy, and may use anonymised or aggregated data to improve platform functionality. Do not include personal or sensitive information in your listing unless you are comfortable with it being displayed publicly.


8. Third-Party Integrations

Oceanatik may display content or services from third parties, such as maps, analytics tools, booking partners, or weather data providers. While Oceanatik selects reliable partners, it is not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or performance of third-party information.


9. Termination and Deletion by User

Authorised business representatives may delete their listings at any time via the Business Settings section. Oceanatik may require verification of identity or ownership before permanently removing a listing.

Oceanatik also reserves the right to suspend or remove listings that breach these Terms, are inactive for extended periods, or are deemed inappropriate for the platform.


10. Review, Suspension, and Removal

Oceanatik reserves the right to review listings for compliance with these terms. Violations may result in:

  • Temporary or permanent account suspension;
  • Removal of associated business listings or content;
  • Restriction of future publishing rights.

All moderation decisions are final and made at Oceanatik’s discretion.


11. Liability Disclaimer

Oceanatik does not independently verify the accuracy of business listings and is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or disputes arising from published content. Businesses are solely responsible for the information they provide and for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Users engaging with businesses through Oceanatik do so at their own discretion. Oceanatik is not a party to any agreements, bookings, or transactions between users and listed businesses.


12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.


13. Changes to Terms

Oceanatik may update these Terms of Publishing from time to time to reflect platform improvements, regulatory updates, or new features. Updated terms will be posted on this page, and continued use of the service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.


14. Contact

If you have questions or concerns regarding these terms or your business listing, please contact the Oceanatik support team through the Contact Us section of the website.