Terms of Use

Terms of Use

FINS Foundation
Effective Date: February 23, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the FINS Foundation Inc. website (“Site”).

By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Site.

FINS Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to marine conservation, education, and community-led environmental impact.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use this Site for lawful purposes only. You may not:

• Use the Site in violation of any applicable law or regulation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
• Interfere with the security or functionality of the Site
• Introduce viruses, malicious code, or harmful technology
• Use the Site in a manner that could damage, disable, or impair its operation

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including but not limited to:

• Text
• Photographs
• Videos
• Graphics
• Logos
• Research materials
• Educational content

is the property of FINS Foundation Inc. or used with permission and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, or print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written consent.

4. Donations

Donations made through this Site are processed by secure third-party payment providers. FINS Foundation Inc. does not store full credit card information on its servers.

All donations are voluntary contributions in support of our mission. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us promptly.

FINS Foundation Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility.

5. Programs, Expeditions, and Bookings

Some programs, experiences, or expeditions described on this Site may be booked through third-party platforms, including PeekPro.

When booking through a third-party platform, you agree to that platform’s terms and policies. FINS Foundation Inc is not responsible for the practices or policies of third-party booking providers.

Participation in marine expeditions, diving, snorkeling, fieldwork, or conservation programs may involve inherent risks. Participants may be required to sign additional waivers or agreements before participating.

6. Assumption of Risk

Certain activities described on this Site may involve physical activity, marine environments, travel, and environmental conditions that carry inherent risks.

Participation in such activities is voluntary. FINS Foundation Inc. is not liable for injuries, losses, or damages arising from participation except as required by applicable law.

Participants acknowledge and assume all risks associated with marine activities, including but not limited to diving, snorkeling, boating, weather conditions, wildlife encounters, and travel to remote locations.

7. External Links

This Site may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for convenience only.

FINS Foundation Inc. does not control and is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

FINS Foundation Inc. makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

• The accuracy or completeness of information
• The availability or reliability of the Site
• The fitness of the Site for any particular purpose

We do not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, FINS Foundation Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use of this Site
• Reliance on information provided on the Site
• Transactions conducted through third-party services linked from the Site

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws in the United States and the State of Ohio, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Changes to These Terms

FINS Foundation Inc. may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
FINS Foundation Inc.
info@finsfoundation.org
USA: +1 ‪(513) 341-6406‬