Oceanus Terms of Use

Effective Date: March 17, 2025

These Terms of Use govern your use of the Oceanus mobile application ("App") developed by LiJordan. By downloading, installing, or using Oceanus, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Oceanus, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

Oceanus is a mobile application that provides:

  • Marine species identification using AI-powered image recognition
  • A comprehensive catalog of marine species with detailed information
  • Personal collection tracking of identified species
  • Detection history and favorites management
  • Cloud synchronization when signed in with Google
  • Integration with Garmin devices to sync dive logs and fishing activity data
  • Visualization of species habitats on maps based on your activity locations

3. User Accounts

  • You may use certain features without creating an account
  • Full features, including cloud sync and Garmin integration, require signing in with Google
  • You are responsible for maintaining account security
  • You agree to provide accurate information

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the App for any unlawful purpose
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the App
  • Use the App to harass or harm others
  • Upload malicious content or compromise App security
  • Use automated systems or bots
  • Circumvent usage limits or access restrictions

5. Species Identification Disclaimer

Important: The AI-powered species identification is for informational and educational purposes only. Results may not always be accurate.

  • We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or reliability of identification results
  • Always exercise caution when interacting with marine life
  • Some species may be dangerous or protected by law
  • Do not use the App as a substitute for professional marine biology expertise
  • Never consume or handle species based solely on App identification

6. Garmin Integration

When you connect your Garmin account:

  • You authorize us to access your diving and fishing activity data
  • Data is used only within Oceanus to display your activity history and link species discoveries
  • You can disconnect Garmin integration at any time in App settings
  • We are not responsible for Garmin service availability or data accuracy
  • Your use of Garmin Connect is subject to Garmin's terms of service

7. Intellectual Property

  • The App, including design, features, content, and code, is owned by LiJordan
  • Species images and descriptions are for personal, non-commercial use only
  • You may not reproduce or distribute App content without permission

8. Subscriptions and Payments

  • Premium features are available through in-app subscriptions
  • Subscriptions are processed through Google Play Billing
  • Terms and pricing are displayed at purchase
  • Manage or cancel subscriptions in Google Play account settings
  • Refunds are subject to Google Play's policies

9. User-Generated Content

  • Images you capture remain your property
  • You grant us a limited license to process images for identification
  • We do not claim ownership of your images

10. Privacy

Your use of Oceanus is governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it for details on data collection and use.

11. Limitation of Liability

  • The App is provided "as is" without warranties
  • We are not liable for damages arising from App use
  • We are not responsible for harm from reliance on identification results
  • We are not responsible for injuries during diving or fishing activities
  • Maximum liability is limited to amounts paid for subscriptions in the past 12 months

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify LiJordan from claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the App or violation of these Terms.

13. Third-Party Services

  • The App integrates with Google, Firebase, Gemini AI, and Garmin
  • Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms
  • We are not responsible for third-party service availability or content

14. Modifications

We may:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue features at any time
  • Update these Terms as needed
  • Change subscription pricing with reasonable notice

15. Termination

  • You may stop using the App by uninstalling it
  • We may terminate access for Terms violations
  • Upon termination, your usage rights cease immediately
  • Request account deletion by contacting us

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Poland.

17. Severability

If any provision is unenforceable, remaining provisions continue in effect.

18. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms: