Terms of Service
Last updated: July 2, 2026
1. Acceptance of These Terms
By accessing or using ReefProof (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Site.
2. About ReefProof
ReefProof is owned and operated by Global Access Holdings, based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA (“we,” “us,” or “our”). The Site publishes educational content about reef and saltwater aquarium keeping.
3. Eligibility
The Site is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. By using the Site, you represent that you are at least 18.
4. Informational Purpose Only
All content on ReefProof is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute professional, veterinary, financial, or legal advice, and it is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional.
Reef and marine aquariums involve living animals. Results vary from one system, species, and set of conditions to another, and following information on this Site does not guarantee any particular outcome for your livestock or equipment. For the health of a specific animal or the safety of a specific setup, consult a qualified aquatic veterinarian or specialist. You are solely responsible for decisions you make regarding your aquarium and the animals in your care.
5. Affiliate Disclosure
ReefProof is supported through advertising, and some pages may contain affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only feature products we believe are relevant to reef keepers, and affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial judgment.
6. Third-Party Links and Retailers
The Site may link to third-party websites, retailers, and services that we do not own or control. We provide these links for convenience only and are not responsible for the content, products, pricing, availability, or practices of any third party. Any purchase or interaction you have with a third party is solely between you and that third party.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site — including text, graphics, logos, and the compilation of that content — is owned by Global Access Holdings or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, republish, or distribute our content without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.
8. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Site lawfully and not to: attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems; interfere with or disrupt the Site’s operation or security; scrape, harvest, or copy content in bulk; or use the Site in any way that infringes the rights of others or violates any applicable law.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Global Access Holdings and ReefProof will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, data, livestock, or property, arising out of or related to your use of (or inability to use) the Site or its content, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
11. Privacy
We respect the privacy of our visitors. Our Privacy Policy explains what information we collect and how we use it, including for analytics and advertising. If you have questions about how your information is handled, contact us at [email protected].
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes are effective when posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date above will reflect the most recent revision. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, USA, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. You agree that any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Atlanta, Georgia.
14. Contact
Questions about these Terms can be directed to [email protected].