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INTRODUCTION:

Welcome to Anchorr, an exclusive platform designed for professional yachties to connect and build meaningful industry relationships. By using the Anchorr app, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before proceeding.

We may update these Terms from time to time, so check this page regularly for updates.

Welcome to Anchorr, operated by Luminai Nexus, 2023/221277/07 at PO Box 1966, Sun Valley, Cape Town, South Africa, 7985. As used in this Agreement, the terms “Anchorr,” “us,” “we,” the “Company”, and “our” shall refer to Anchorr,  and/or LuminaiNexus as appropriate. Together you and Anchorr may be referred to as the “Parties” or separately as “Party.”

By accessing or using our Services on www.anchorr.co (the “Website”), the Anchorr mobile application (the “App”), or any other platforms or services Anchorr may offer (collectively, the “Service” or our “Services”), you agree to, and are bound by this Agreement. This Agreement applies to anyone who accesses or uses our Services, regardless of registration or subscription status.

Your access and use of our Services is also subject to the Privacy Policy, and any terms disclosed and agreed to by you when you purchase additional features, products, or services from Anchorr (“Additional Terms Upon Purchase”), which are incorporated into this Agreement by reference. If you do not wish to be bound by this Agreement, do not access or use our Services.

Subject to applicable law, we reserve the right to modify, amend, or change the Terms at any time. Notice of any material change will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. In certain circumstances, we may notify you of a change to the Terms via email or other means; however, you are responsible for regularly checking this page for any changes. Your continued access or use of our Services constitutes your ongoing consent to any changes, and as a result, you will be legally bound by the updated Terms. We reserve the right to change the availability of features in our subscription plans in any manner and at any time as we may determine in our sole and absolute discretion. If you do not accept a change to the Terms, you must stop accessing or using our Services immediately. 

1. Eligibility

1.1 To access and make full use of the Anchorr app, users must be verified yacht industry professionals (“yachties”). Verification requirements determined by Anchorr will include submission of your STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) certifications.

1.2 By creating an account, you certify that all information provided is accurate, valid and truthful. Users will need to only submit valid certificates, those that are not up-to-date will be considered as users that are no longer yachties and will therefore be unable to use the app. 

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2. Code of Conduct

2.1 No Solicitation or Inappropriate Content: Users may not share or solicit explicit, suggestive, or inappropriate imagery or content. Violations may result in account suspension or termination.

2.2 Respect for Privacy: Users are strictly prohibited from naming the vessel they are currently or previously working on in their profile or any public information within the app.

2.3 Good Intentions: All users must engage with the app in good faith and with the primary purpose of fostering positive connections within the yachting industry. Misuse, harassment, or malicious behaviour will not be tolerated.

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3. Use at Your Own Risk

3.1 Anchorr provides a platform for networking but cannot control or guarantee the actions or behaviour of other users. By using the app, you acknowledge the inherent risks of connecting with others in a professional community.

3.2 You understand that your use of Anchorr may result in other users discussing or mentioning you within the broader yachting industry. Anchorr is not liable for any reputation impact, disputes, or other consequences arising from such interactions.

You agree to:

1. Comply with these Terms and check this page from time to time to ensure you are aware of any changes.
2. Comply with all applicable laws, including without limitation, privacy laws, intellectual property laws, anti-spam laws, and regulatory requirements.
3. Use the latest version of the website and/or app.
4. Treat other users in a courteous and respectful manner, both on and off our Services.
5. Be respectful when communicating with any of our customer care representatives or other employees.
6. Review the Privacy Policy.
7. Review and comply with the Code of Conduct, as updated from time to time.
8. Maintain a strong password and take reasonable measures to protect the security of your login information.
9. Present yourself respectfully and authentically by adding at least one photo that shows your face.

You agree that you will not:

1. Misrepresent your identity, age, current department, gender, STCW qualifications, or affiliations with a person or entity.
2. Use the Services in a way that damages the Services or prevents their use by other users.
3. Use our Services in a way to interfere with, disrupt, or negatively affect the platform, the servers, or our Services’ networks.
4. Use our Services for any harmful, illegal, or nefarious purpose, including but not limited to using any virtual items for purposes of money laundering or other financial crimes.
5. Harass, bully, stalk, intimidate, assault, defame, harm, or otherwise mistreat any person.
6. Post or share prohibited content (see below).
7. Solicit passwords for any purpose or personal identifying information for commercial or unlawful purposes from other users, or disseminate another person’s personal information without their permission.
8. Solicit money or other items of value from another user, whether as a gift, loan, or form of compensation.
9. Use another user’s account.
10. Use our Services in relation to fraud, a pyramid scheme, or other similar practice.
11. Use our Services in relation to any political campaign financing or for the purpose of influencing any election, other than sharing your personal political opinions.
12. Violate the terms of the license granted to you by Anchorr (see Section 6 below).
13. Disclose private or proprietary information that you do not have the right to disclose.
14. Copy, modify, transmit, distribute, or create derivative works from any Member Content or Our Content, or any copyrighted material, images, trademarks, trade names, service marks, or other intellectual property accessible through our Services without Anchorr’s prior written consent.
15. Express or imply that any statements you make are endorsed by Anchorr.
16. Use any automated tool to access, retrieve, or scrape data from our Services.
17. Upload viruses or malicious code or compromise the security of our Services.
18. Forge headers or manipulate identifiers to disguise the origin of any information transmitted through our Services.
19. Use or develop third-party applications or services that directly interact with our Services without written consent.
20. Encourage or engage in activities that violate these Terms.

The license granted under these Terms will be revoked automatically in the event of any violations.

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4. Content Ownership and Privacy

4.1 You retain ownership of any content you upload to the app. However, by posting, you grant Anchorr a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and promote this content for app-related purposes.

4.2 Anchorr values your privacy and will not share your personal information with third parties without your explicit consent, except as required by law.

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for a more detailed description of the above. (hyperlink to privacy policy page)

4.3 Anchorr uses cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a secure, smooth, and personalized experience.

• Essential Cookies: Required for the app to function properly, such as login, security, and subscription processing. Without these, some features cannot be provided.
  
  
• Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the app, so we can improve navigation, design, and features.
  
  
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences, such as language, location, and notification choices.
  
  
• Advertising and Marketing Cookies: May be used to deliver relevant promotions, both within the Anchorr app and via trusted third-party partners. These cookies also help prevent showing the same ads repeatedly.
  
  

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5. Account Management

5.1 Anchorr reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate accounts that violate these Terms and Conditions.

5.2 You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

5.3 When you purchase a subscription or other services from Anchorr, it will automatically renew until you cancel. You can make purchases through External Services (e.g., Apple Store, Google Play) or Internal Purchases via credit card or other processors.

Subscription Terms

1. Subscriptions automatically renew until you cancel, and you will continue to have access until the end of the current period.
2. If you cancel, your profile won’t be removed, but your subscription will expire at the end of the period.
3. Price changes may occur, and you’ll be notified by email. If you don’t cancel, your subscription will renew at the new price.
4. You must cancel via the External Service Account (e.g., Apple Store or Google Play) if you used those methods for payment.
5. Chargebacks or payment reversals may result in account termination.

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6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Anchorr is provided “as is,” and we make no guarantees regarding the app’s functionality, availability, or suitability for your needs.

6.2 Anchorr is not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the app or interactions with other users.

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7. Modifications to Terms and Conditions

7.1 Anchorr reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes via the app or email. Continued use of the app after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Terms and Conditions.

 

This ensures all terms are written clearly, consistently, and professionally while maintaining compliance with legal and industry standards.