Terms of service
- ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By accessing, browsing, or purchasing products from Bluewaterlures.co.za ("the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, Returns Policy, and any other policies published on the Website.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Website.
- ABOUT US
Blue Water Lures ("we", "us", "our") operates the Website and sells fishing tackle, fishing lures, accessories, and related products to customers in South Africa and other approved locations.
- ELIGIBILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE
By using the Website, you confirm that:
• You are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
• The information you provide is accurate and complete.
- PRODUCT INFORMATION
We strive to ensure that product descriptions, images, specifications, pricing, and availability are accurate.
However:
• Product colours may vary depending on screen settings.
• Packaging may differ from images shown.
• Minor specification changes by manufacturers may occur without notice.
We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions at any time.
- PRICING
All prices displayed on the Website are in South African Rand (ZAR).
Prices may be changed without notice.
In the event of a pricing error, we reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order placed at the incorrect price and provide a full refund where payment has already been made.
- ORDERS
Submission of an order does not constitute acceptance of that order.
An order is only accepted when:
• Payment has been successfully received; and
• We confirm acceptance of the order.
We reserve the right to reject or cancel any order for legitimate reasons including:
• Product unavailability.
• Pricing errors.
• Suspected fraud.
• Violation of these Terms.
- PAYMENT
Payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers.
We do not store complete payment card information on our systems.
You warrant that you are authorized to use the selected payment method.
- SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.
While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure timely delivery, we are not responsible for delays caused by:
• Courier companies.
• Customs authorities.
• Weather conditions.
• Strikes.
• Force majeure events.
Risk in the goods passes to you upon delivery.
Ownership of goods remains with Blue Water Lures until full payment has been received.
- RETURNS AND REFUNDS
Returns and refunds are governed by our Returns Policy.
Nothing in these Terms limits any rights afforded to consumers under South African law.
- DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
Customers are entitled to remedies provided under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 in relation to defective goods.
Where a product is found to be defective within the applicable statutory period, the customer may be entitled to repair, replacement, or refund as provided by law.
- CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
You agree to:
• Keep your password secure.
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
• Accept responsibility for activities occurring under your account.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts involved in fraudulent or unlawful activities.
- PROHIBITED USE
You may not use the Website:
• For unlawful purposes.
• To violate any applicable law or regulation.
• To transmit malicious software.
• To interfere with Website functionality.
• To collect information about other users without permission.
• To engage in fraudulent conduct.
- INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All Website content including:
• Logos
• Product images
• Graphics
• Text
• Designs
• Branding
is owned by or licensed to Blue Water Lures and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without our prior written consent.
- DISCLAIMER
The Website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we make no warranties regarding:
• Continuous Website availability.
• Error-free operation.
• Accuracy of third-party information.
Fishing activities involve inherent risks. Customers are responsible for ensuring products are used safely and appropriately.
- LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Blue Water Lures shall not be liable for:
• Indirect damages.
• Consequential damages.
• Loss of profits.
• Loss of business opportunities.
• Loss of data.
Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where such exclusion is prohibited by South African law.
- PRIVACY
Your personal information will be collected, processed, and protected in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).
- THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for the content, security, or practices of third-party websites.
- FORCE MAJEURE
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:
• Natural disasters.
• Floods.
• Fires.
• Strikes.
• Government actions.
• Internet outages.
• Supply chain disruptions.
- CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time.
Updated Terms will become effective upon publication on the Website.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
- GOVERNING LAW
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
Blue Water Lures
Website: www.bluewaterlures.co.za
Email: support@bluewaterlures.co.za