Terms of Service
Terms of Service for Crew Bar
Welcome to Crew Bar (“Crew Bar,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Crew Bar mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).
By creating an account, accessing, or using Crew Bar, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the Services.
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- Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use Crew Bar.
By using the Services, you represent and warrant that:
- You are legally able to enter into a binding agreement
- The information you provide is accurate
- You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
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- Description of Services
Crew Bar provides maritime and cruise industry networking and communication services, including but not limited to:
- Professional networking
- Messaging and communication
- Job listings and recruitment
- Maritime community engagement
- Event and schedule management
- Profile creation and sharing
- Maritime business and service discovery
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue features at any time without prior notice.
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- User Accounts
To use certain features, you may be required to create an account.
You agree to:
- Maintain accurate account information
- Keep your credentials secure
- Be responsible for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of unauthorized access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
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- User Content
4.1 Ownership
You retain ownership of content you submit, including:
- Profile information
- Photos
- Messages
- Posts
- Documents
- Videos
- Comments
4.2 License to Crew Bar
By submitting content, you grant Crew Bar a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
- Host
- Store
- Display
- Reproduce
- Distribute
- Modify
- Process
your content solely for operating and improving the Services.
4.3 Responsibility
You are solely responsible for content you post or share.
You agree not to upload or distribute content that:
- Is illegal
- Is defamatory or abusive
- Violates intellectual property rights
- Contains malware or malicious code
- Harasses or threatens others
- Contains false or misleading information
- Violates maritime, employment, or privacy laws
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- Professional and Employment Information
Crew Bar may allow users to share professional qualifications, resumes, licenses, and maritime certifications.
Users are solely responsible for verifying:
- Employment opportunities
- Recruiters
- Credentials
- Certifications
- Compliance requirements
Crew Bar does not guarantee employment, contracts, or the accuracy of user-submitted information.
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- Messaging and Communications
Crew Bar may provide private or group communication features.
You agree not to use communications for:
- Spam
- Fraud
- Harassment
- Illegal solicitation
- Malware distribution
- Unauthorized advertising
We reserve the right to monitor or remove content where required by law or necessary for platform safety.
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- Payments and Transactions
Certain features may require payment.
By making purchases, you agree that:
- Payments are final unless otherwise required by law
- Pricing may change at any time
- Taxes may apply
- Third-party payment processors may handle transactions
Crew Bar is not responsible for payment processor errors or third-party financial services.
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- Subscription Services
If Crew Bar offers subscriptions:
- Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled
- Billing cycles and pricing will be disclosed before purchase
- You may cancel according to platform rules (Apple App Store, Google Play, or direct billing)
Refunds are subject to applicable laws and store policies.
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- Location Services
Some features may use location data.
By enabling location permissions, you consent to Crew Bar using your location for:
- Nearby services
- Event discovery
- Safety features
- Maritime networking features
You may disable location permissions through your device settings.
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- Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Violate laws or regulations
- Impersonate others
- Use bots or automated scraping
- Reverse engineer the Services
- Interfere with system security
- Attempt unauthorized access
- Upload viruses or malicious software
- Abuse reporting systems
- Use Crew Bar for unlawful maritime operations
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- Intellectual Property
All Crew Bar trademarks, branding, logos, software, interfaces, and platform content are owned by Crew Bar or its licensors.
You may not copy, distribute, modify, or exploit Crew Bar intellectual property without written permission.
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- Third-Party Services
Crew Bar may integrate with third-party platforms and services.
We are not responsible for:
- Third-party content
- External websites
- Payment providers
- Recruiters
- External communications
- Third-party software failures
Use of third-party services is subject to their own terms and policies.
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- Privacy
Your use of Crew Bar is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
By using the Services, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
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- Account Suspension and Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that:
- Violate these Terms
- Present security risks
- Engage in fraud or abuse
- Violate laws or regulations
- Harm the Crew Bar community
You may stop using the Services at any time.
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- Disclaimer of Warranties
Crew Bar is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.”
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including:
- Merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Availability
- Accuracy
- Reliability
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.
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- Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Crew Bar and its affiliates shall not be liable for:
- Indirect damages
- Lost profits
- Loss of data
- Employment disputes
- Maritime operational losses
- User-generated content
- Unauthorized account access
- Third-party actions
Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you to Crew Bar in the previous 12 months, if any.
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- Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Crew Bar, its affiliates, officers, employees, and partners from claims arising from:
- Your use of the Services
- Your content
- Your violations of these Terms
- Your violations of law or third-party rights
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- International Use
Crew Bar may be accessed internationally.
You are responsible for compliance with local laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
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- Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Crew Bar operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.
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- Dispute Resolution
Before filing formal legal claims, you agree to attempt informal resolution by contacting Crew Bar support.
We may require disputes to be resolved through arbitration where permitted by law.
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- Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time.
Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.
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- Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms, contact:
Crew Bar Support Email: legal@crewbar.app Website: https://www.crewbar.app
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- App Store Compliance
If you download Crew Bar through Apple App Store or Google Play:
- Apple and Google are not responsible for the Services
- Your use must comply with applicable store terms
- App stores may enforce additional rights and restrictions
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- Community Standards
Crew Bar aims to maintain a respectful maritime professional community.
Users are expected to:
- Treat others respectfully
- Avoid discrimination or harassment
- Maintain professional conduct
- Follow maritime workplace standards where applicable
Violations may result in content removal or account termination.