Terms & Conditions
Last updated: March 2026
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the S.T.O.P — Save The Ocean Project website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services.
Use of Website
You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to use the site in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its functionality, or interfere with other users' access. Unauthorized use of the website may give rise to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offense.
Coral Adoption Terms
Coral adoption through S.T.O.P is a symbolic adoption program. Adopting a coral does not confer any ownership rights over physical coral specimens or reef structures. Your adoption contribution funds reef restoration activities, monitoring, and education programs. We provide regular updates on your adopted coral's progress, but cannot guarantee specific growth outcomes due to the natural variability of marine ecosystems.
Donations and Payments
All donations and adoption payments are processed securely through Stripe. Payments are made in Euros. Donations are non-refundable unless required by applicable law. S.T.O.P is a registered non-governmental organization in the Republic of Seychelles. Tax deductibility of donations depends on your country of residence and local tax regulations.
Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and software, is the property of S.T.O.P — Save The Ocean Project or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from this content without our prior written permission.
Limitation of Liability
S.T.O.P provides this website and its services on an 'as is' basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we exclude all warranties and shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or participation in our programs.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Seychelles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Republic of Seychelles.
Contact
For questions about these terms, please contact us at info@stopproject.org or write to S.T.O.P — Save The Ocean Project, Praslin, Republic of Seychelles.