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Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 08/07/2025
Last Updated: 08/07/2025

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Seantel website (the "Website", "we", "us", or "our"). By using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. About Seantel

Seantel is a digital platform offering maritime news summaries, curated reports, and industry updates. We gather, paraphrase, and occasionally republish shipping-related news from external sources for the benefit of industry professionals.

2. Use of the Website

By accessing or using Seantel, you agree to:

  • Use the Website only for lawful purposes

  • Not interfere with or disrupt the Website’s operation

  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

  • Respect intellectual property rights (ours and third parties)

You may use the Website for personal or business informational purposes only. Reproducing or redistributing the Website’s content without prior written permission is prohibited, unless covered under fair use.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content published on Seantel — including summaries, design elements, original graphics, formatting, and branding — is our intellectual property and is protected under copyright and related laws.

We do not claim ownership of external content sourced from third-party websites. When reposting such content (either summarized or in full), we credit the original publisher and respect their rights.

If you are a content owner and believe your rights have been infringed, please contact us at: legal@seantel.news

4. AI-Generated and Third-Party Content

Some content on Seantel is generated or edited using artificial intelligence tools. While we strive for accuracy and clarity, AI-generated content may occasionally contain errors or omissions. We disclaim any responsibility for reliance placed on such content.

Additionally, our Website may link to or reference third-party websites, articles, or tools. These are provided for convenience only, and we are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of those external sites.

5. News & Copyright Disclaimer

  • News summaries and paraphrased content are based on publicly available sources and are shared under principles of fair use/fair dealing.

  • Full articles may be republished only when permitted or consistent with syndication rights or public availability.

  • The original copyright remains with the respective source or publisher.

  • Seantel makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of third-party information.

If you wish to have any such content removed, please contact us, and we will respond promptly.

6. User Data & Privacy

Use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and process personal data such as your name, email, and browsing behavior.

By using the Website, you acknowledge and accept our data handling practices, including:

  • Email marketing (only when opted in)

  • Cookie usage for analytics and UX optimization

  • Respect for GDPR and user rights (access, erasure, etc.)

7. Subscriptions & Email Communication

If you sign up for our newsletter or content updates:

  • You consent to receive periodic emails from us

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any message

  • We use third-party platforms (for email marketing) to securely manage these communications

We do not sell or share your email address with advertisers or third parties.

8. Limitations of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Seantel and its owners, partners, contributors, or affiliates shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages

  • Any loss of data, revenue, or business opportunities

  • Any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in published content

Use of the Website is at your own risk.

We make no guarantees of uninterrupted access, flawless operation, or error-free content.

9. Indemnification

By using this Website, you agree to indemnify and hold Seantel, its owners, and team harmless from any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, or legal fees arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Website

  • Your violation of these Terms

  • Your infringement of third-party rights (e.g., copyright)

10. Jurisdiction & Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Greece. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Greece.

11. Modifications to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or change these Terms at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of the page. Your continued use of the Website after changes are made constitutes acceptance of those changes.

12. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, or to report concerns, please contact:

📧 hello@seantel.news
🌍 www.seantel.news