Terms and Conditions

for the sale of “The Tide Clock” and associated subscription services

These Terms and Conditions govern the sale of The Tide Clock and the provision of related services by TideDials (“we”, “us”, “our”) through our websites www.tidedials.com and www.tidedials.co.uk. By purchasing or using our products or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

1. Product Description

Our product, The Tide Clock, is a smart electronic device designed to display the current state of the tide. It relies on an internet-enabled data service provided by TideDials to keep the device updated with tide data.

The product is designed and intended for use in the United Kingdom only.

2. What’s Included in the Purchase Price

When you purchase The Tide Clock, the following items are included:

The Tide Clock device
USB-C power cable
UK mains power plug
12-month subscription to our tide data service (for the selected location)

3. Subscription Service

The initial 12-month subscription is included with your purchase and begins from the date of your first installation or setup of the Tide Clock.
After the first year, subscriptions are renewable annually via our website.
The annual subscription fee is set at a reasonable rate to cover the costs of providing tide data. The current subscription price starts from £4.99 per year.
Subscription charges may vary from year to year due to increasing operational costs.
Failure to renew your subscription may result in the device no longer receiving tide data updates.

4. Use of Services

All services provided by TideDials are for personal, non-commercial use only.
No part of the services, including the tide data, software, or any associated content, may be copied, reproduced, redistributed, or exploited for commercial purposes.

5. Disclaimer

The tide data provided by The Tide Clock is intended for general information and personal use only. While we make every effort to provide accurate and timely data, we do not guarantee its accuracy, completeness, or availability.

It must not be relied upon for marine navigation or any activity where safety at sea is critical.
For navigational purposes, you must always consult official nautical charts and publications issued by authorised government agencies.
In emergencies, contact your local coastguard or relevant maritime authority.

The data provided by TideDials may contain errors and cannot replace official government charts. Only government-issued charts and notices to mariners provide the necessary information for safe navigation.

TideDials accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss, damage, or injury arising from reliance on the tide data provided.

6. Corrections

From time to time, our website or services may include typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions relating to product descriptions, pricing, availability, or other information. We reserve the right to correct such errors and update or amend information at any time, without prior notice.

7. Modifications and Interruptions

We reserve the right to change, modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time, without prior notice.
We are not obliged to update any information on our website or services.
We may experience interruptions due to maintenance, technical issues, or other circumstances beyond our control.
You agree that we are not liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience caused by downtime, interruptions, or discontinuation of the services.

8. Software

Some services may include software components.

If the software is provided with an End User Licence Agreement (“EULA”), the terms of the EULA will govern your use.
Where no EULA is provided, you are granted a non-exclusive, revocable, personal, and non-transferable licence to use the software solely in connection with the Tide Clock and in accordance with these Terms.
Software and related documentation are provided “AS IS”, without warranties of any kind (express or implied), including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
You accept all risk arising from the use of the software.
You may not reproduce, redistribute, or otherwise exploit the software except as permitted by these Terms or the EULA.

9. Returns

See our returns policy

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.