Terms & Conditions
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- AGREEMENT TO TERMS
These Terms and Conditions represent a binding agreement between you, either individually or on behalf of a business entity (“you”), and Sea Waves Stationery and Office Supplies (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), relating to your access and use of the Seawaves website and any associated platforms such as mobile applications, media formats, or other digital properties linked to it (collectively referred to as the “Platform”). This Platform serves as a digital marketplace for the promotion and sale of various goods and services including but not limited to [insert product/service categories if desired] (the “Platform Offerings”). To maintain a safe and trustworthy environment for all users, it is necessary that you read, understand, and agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. By using the Platform and/or engaging with our Offerings, you acknowledge your agreement to be legally bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must refrain from using the Platform and its Offerings immediately.
We may update or revise these Terms at our discretion, and such changes become effective as soon as they are published on the Platform. You will find the date of the most recent revision listed under “Last Updated” at the beginning of this document. While we may not issue individual notifications for each update, it remains your responsibility to review these Terms regularly. You will be considered to have accepted any upgrades if you keep using the Platform after they are released.
The content, services, and products offered through the Platform are not intended for distribution or use by individuals in jurisdictions where such activities would violate local laws or regulations or subject Seawaves to registration or other legal requirements in that jurisdiction. Users who access this Platform from outside the UAE or in areas with restrictive legal frameworks do so at their own risk and are solely accountable for adhering to applicable local laws.
- INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Unless expressly stated otherwise, all elements of this website, including but not limited to source code, databases, features, software, design layouts, audio clips, videos, written content, photographs, and graphic assets (collectively referred to as “Content”), along with any associated trademarks, logos, or service marks (“Marks”), are the sole property of Seawaves or licensed to us. These materials are safeguarded by national and international copyright laws, trademark regulations, and other applicable laws concerning intellectual property and unfair competition. The Content and Marks provided on this site are intended solely for your informational and personal use. No portion of this website or its Marketplace Offerings—including text, visuals, or branding—may be reproduced, republished, hosted, shared, translated, distributed, sold, or otherwise utilized for commercial purposes without our prior written approval.
You are allowed to browse and use the site and download or print parts of the content as long as you meet the requirements to do so. This license is limited, non-exclusive, and cannot be given to anyone else. You may only use it for personal, non-commercial reasons. Any rights not explicitly granted herein remain reserved by Seawaves, including all rights related to the Content, Site, and Marks.
- USER REPRESENTATIONS
By accessing and using the Seawaves website or any Marketplace Offerings available through it, you confirm and agree that: (1) you are legally eligible to agree to and comply with these Terms and Conditions; (2) you are not considered a minor in your jurisdiction of residence; (3) you will not access the site or services using automated tools such as bots or scripts; (4) you will not use the site for any unlawful or prohibited activity; and (5) your usage complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
Seawaves has the right to suspend or cancel your access and deny any further use of the website if any of the information you submit is determined to be false, deceptive, or lacking. You must not use the site or any related services to promote or engage in any prohibited activities, including the sale or distribution of illegal substances, intoxicants, explicit adult content, gambling materials, or any other unauthorized goods or services. Breach of this provision may result in immediate removal and a permanent ban.
Seawaves functions solely as a service facilitator and makes no claims regarding the accuracy, dependability, or legality of third-party content or Marketplace Offerings. You acknowledge and accept that all information on the site is for general reference and marketing purposes, and should not be treated as professional advice or guarantees. We do not endorse any specific Marketplace Offering listed on our site.
- MARKETPLACE OFFERINGS
Seawaves aims to represent all Marketplace Offerings as clearly and precisely as possible, including details such as product descriptions, color options, specifications, and features. However, we cannot guarantee that the digital displays you see will accurately mirror actual product characteristics, as variations may occur based on device settings and screen types. All listed products or services are subject to availability, and we cannot ensure continuous stock of any item. Some offerings may be available only through our website and could be limited in quantity, subject to our return and exchange policies.
We reserve the right to restrict the number of Marketplace Offerings available or change descriptions, pricing, or availability at our discretion and without prior notice. We reserve the right to delete or stop any Marketplace Offering at any time. While we strive to maintain high standards, we do not guarantee that any product or service you purchase will fully meet your expectations or that all website errors will be resolved immediately.
- PURCHASES AND PAYMENT
Seawaves accepts a variety of payment methods for purchases made through our website. You agree to provide accurate and up-to-date billing and account details for all transactions related to the products and services we offer. It is your responsibility to update any changes to your contact information, payment method, or card expiration date to avoid transaction issues or communication delays.
Applicable taxes will be added to your total during checkout, as per the regulations in force. Prices of items and services may change at our discretion. All transactions must be conducted in the supported currencies listed on our platform.
By placing an order, you agree to pay all costs associated with the purchase, including any applicable shipping and handling fees. You authorize us to charge your preferred payment method for the total amount due at the time of purchase. In cases where pricing errors occur, we reserve the right to correct the mistake, even after payment has been requested or processed.
Seawaves may, at its sole discretion, reject or limit any order placed on the website. This can include limiting quantities bought per customer, household, or order. Orders associated with the same billing address, email, or payment details may be reviewed or cancelled if they appear to be made by wholesalers, resellers, or unauthorized distributors.
- PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
You are permitted to use the Seawaves website only for the purposes for which we make it available. Any commercial use beyond what we expressly authorize is strictly forbidden.
As a user of our platform, you agree not to:
- Systematically collect or extract data from our site to create your own compilations, directories, or databases without our written consent.
- Intentionally mislead or deceive Seawaves or its users, particularly in efforts to access confidential account details like passwords.
- Disrupt or bypass any security measures built into our site, including protections that limit the use or duplication of content.
- Damage our reputation or the functionality of the site through defamation or malicious activity.
- Use any data obtained from Seawaves to harass, threaten, or harm individuals.
- Misuse support resources or submit false complaints about users or services.
- Violate any local, national, or international laws while using the website.
- Embed the site within unauthorized frames or link to it inappropriately.
- Upload or distribute viruses, malicious scripts, spam, or any content that interferes with site performance.
- Employ automation tools such as bots, scrapers, or scripts to interact with the website in unauthorized ways.
- Remove copyright notices or other proprietary labels from site content.
- Impersonate others or use another person’s login credentials.
- Distribute hidden tracking tools such as pixel tags, spyware, or cookies without authorization.
- Disrupt the normal operation of the website or overload our servers or network infrastructure.
- Harass our staff or service providers in any form.
- Attempt to circumvent access controls or restricted areas of the site.
- Copy or replicate any part of the site’s code, including scripts and frameworks, without permission.
- Reverse engineer or decompile any part of the site’s software.
- Use automated tools to interact with the site unless part of a recognized browser or search engine.
- Engage purchasing agents or automation tools to make unauthorized purchases.
- Collect emails or usernames for unsolicited marketing or create fake accounts for deceptive purposes.
- Compete with Seawaves using its content, features, or services in any commercial or monetized way.
- USER GENERATED CONTENT
Although the SeaWaves website does not currently allow users to upload or publish content directly, you may still have the opportunity to send us text, images, videos, audio, feedback, personal data, or other materials (“Content”) through various channels. These forms of user content may be accessible by our team or shared with affiliated third-party services depending on the nature of your submission.
By providing such content, you confirm and warrant that:
- You hold all rights, licenses, and permissions necessary to submit and allow the use of your content in line with these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
- Your content does not violate the rights (including intellectual property rights such as copyrights, trademarks, or patents) of any other individual or entity.
- You have obtained appropriate consent from individuals featured in your content, where applicable, allowing us to use their name, image, or likeness.
- Your content is truthful, not misleading, and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
- You will not submit content that contains spam, promotional solicitations, offensive or defamatory material, or anything considered abusive, harassing, or inappropriate.
- Your content will not incite discrimination or hatred based on race, religion, gender, nationality, or other protected characteristics.
- You agree that your submissions will not compromise the safety, privacy, or rights of others, including minors.
Any misuse of the website or attempts to breach these conditions may lead to the suspension or permanent restriction of your access to the platform, along with other legal measures if necessary.
- RIGHTS TO USER CONTENT
By submitting any ideas, feedback, or user-generated content to SeaWaves, you grant us the right to view, store, process, and use such submissions as permitted by our Privacy Policy and your personal account preferences.
While you retain full ownership and intellectual property rights over your submitted content, you grant SeaWaves a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display your content for the purposes of operating, improving, and promoting our services. This includes the right to share content with trusted third parties involved in service delivery.
You agree not to hold SeaWaves liable for any claims or disputes arising from your content and confirm that all contributions made are your own or are used with proper authorization.
By submitting feedback or suggestions, you allow us to utilize that input in any way we see fit without any obligation to compensate you or acknowledge your contribution publicly. You waive any claim of ownership over such feedback and understand it may be implemented without further consultation.
- USER SUBMISSIONS
By providing any comments, suggestions, ideas, inquiries, or other feedback related to the Seawaves website or our services (“Submissions”), you acknowledge that such content is non-confidential and will become our exclusive property. We shall hold full ownership rights, including all associated intellectual property, and reserve the right to utilize, reproduce, or distribute the Submissions for any lawful purpose—commercial or otherwise—without owing you any recognition or compensation. You waive any moral rights you may have to these Submissions and confirm that you either created the content or have legal permission to submit it. You further agree that you will not hold us liable for any claims of rights violation linked to your Submissions.
- WEBSITE MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT
Seawaves reserves the authority, though not the obligation, to: (1) monitor all activity on the website to ensure compliance with these Terms of Use; (2) take any legal steps we consider necessary against users who violate laws or our terms, including contacting law enforcement; (3) restrict, limit, or remove any content or access as we deem necessary; (4) remove files or data that are excessively large or disruptive to our systems; and (5) manage the website in a way that supports its functionality, user experience, and our legal rights. We reserve full discretion in these matters without prior notice or liability.
- DURATION AND TERMINATION
These Terms will remain active for as long as you access or use the Seawaves website. We retain the right to limit or terminate your access to the website and services at our sole discretion and without prior notice for any reason, including but not limited to breaking any of these Terms or applicable laws. We may also remove any content you’ve uploaded at any time, without warning.
If your access is revoked, you are not permitted to register a new account using your name, an alias, or any third party’s information. We may also pursue legal remedies, including civil or criminal actions, if necessary.
- CHANGES AND SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS
Seawaves may update, modify, or discontinue any aspect of the website or its services at any time, without prior notice. We are not obligated to ensure the website content is current or to continue offering specific features. Temporary outages or interruptions may occur due to system updates, maintenance, or technical issues. We do not guarantee continuous availability of the site or services and accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss caused by such disruptions. These Terms do not require us to maintain or support the platform in any specific way.
- APPLICABLE LAW
These Terms and any related issues will be governed and interpreted under the laws of the United Arab Emirates. Both you and Seawaves consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the UAE courts for any disputes arising from or related to these Terms.
- DISPUTE HANDLING
Initial Resolution Attempts
Before taking any formal legal steps, both parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes concerning these Terms through informal negotiations for at least 30 days. The process will begin when one party sends written notice to the other.
Binding Arbitration
Should informal talks fail, any unresolved dispute will be settled through final and binding arbitration under the rules of the International Commercial Arbitration Court at the European Arbitration Chamber in Brussels. Arbitration will occur in Dubai, UAE, with a single arbitrator and in English. UAE laws will govern the proceedings.
Limitations
Arbitration will only address disputes between the involved parties and may not be combined with other legal actions. No class-action claims or public representative cases are permitted under this agreement.
Exceptions
Some disputes are exempt from arbitration and informal negotiation, including those involving intellectual property, data breaches, or privacy violations. Any such cases must be handled in the appropriate courts of the UAE, as agreed above.
- UPDATES AND CORRECTIONS
From time to time, the content available on our website may include inadvertent typographical errors, misstatements, or missing details related to our services, pricing, availability, or general information. We reserve the right to update information, fix mistakes, or make changes without giving you advance warning. This includes the option to revise any part of the content at our sole discretion.
- SITE USAGE DISCLAIMER
The website and all its associated services are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. You agree to use the website at your own risk. To the maximum extent allowed by law, Seawaves disclaims any and all warranties—express or implied—including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a specific purpose, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of content on the website or any third-party links, and we assume no responsibility for (1) content errors or omissions, (2) any personal or property damage resulting from use, (3) unauthorized data access, (4) service interruptions, (5) malware or harmful software that may be transferred through the site, or (6) losses arising from the use of content published or transmitted via the website. We do not endorse third-party products or services advertised on our platform and are not liable for any transactions you engage in with such providers.
- LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Seawaves, including its employees, agents, and affiliates, shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect losses, incidental or consequential damages, including loss of revenue, data, or profits resulting from the use of our website or services—even if we were advised of the potential for such damages. Our total liability under any circumstance will not exceed the greater of $100 or the amount you have paid to us, if any. Note that some jurisdictions may not permit such limitations, and in such cases, certain parts of this clause may not apply to you.
- INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
By using the site, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Seawaves, along with its subsidiaries, staff, partners, and affiliates, from any and all liabilities, claims, losses, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) resulting from: (1) your use of our services, (2) breach of our terms and conditions, (3) infringement of another party’s rights, or (4) any harmful interactions with other users. We may, at our discretion and at your expense, assume exclusive defense of any matter you are required to indemnify us for. You agree to cooperate with our defense efforts and accept all related costs.
- DATA RESPONSIBILITY
We store certain data submitted by you for the purpose of providing our services efficiently. While we back up data periodically, you remain responsible for securing and maintaining your own data. We do not accept liability for any data loss, alteration, or corruption, and you acknowledge that you cannot hold Seawaves liable for such occurrences.
- ELECTRONIC AGREEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
By interacting with our website—whether through browsing, form submissions, or email communication—you consent to receiving communications electronically. You accept that electronic notices, agreements, and records fulfill any legal requirement for written communication. You also agree to transact electronically, including signing agreements and submitting orders digitally, and waive any rights that require paper-based documentation.
- GENERAL TERMS
These terms, along with any related policies posted on our website, represent the complete agreement between you and Seawaves. Our right to enforce a provision later is not forfeited by our omission to do so now. If any part of these terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, it will be considered severable and will not affect the remainder of the terms. We may assign our rights and obligations at any time. These terms do not establish any partnership or employment relationship between you and Seawaves. Any ambiguities will not be interpreted against us simply because we drafted the document.
- GET IN TOUCH
If you have any concerns, require clarification about these terms, or wish to file a complaint regarding our services or website, feel free to contact us via email at: info@seawaves-uae.com