Terms of Service

1. Introduction

These Terms of Service govern your use of the AniMap website and any related services provided by AniMap UK Limited ("AniMap", "we", "our", or "us").

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, you should not use this website.

These terms apply to all visitors, keepers, professionals, and other users of the AniMap website.

2. About AniMap

AniMap UK Limited operates a UK-wide companion animal microchip registration database and related support services. We provide online information, keeper update facilities, and professional resources.

3. Website Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You must not:

• Use the website in a way that breaches UK law or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any system or data
• Introduce viruses or malicious code
• Copy or reproduce content for commercial purposes without permission
• Use the website in a way that may damage, disable, or impair services

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access where misuse is identified.

4. Accuracy of Information

We aim to keep all information accurate and up to date. However:

• Information is provided for general guidance only
• We do not guarantee completeness or suitability for every situation
• Users are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of any information they submit

5. Keeper Responsibilities

Where you submit or update information relating to a microchip record, you agree that:

• Information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge
• You have authority to make the update
• You will notify AniMap if your contact details change

Providing false or misleading information may result in delays or service limitations.

6. Professional and Implanter Use

Professionals using AniMap services agree to:

• Operate within their lawful scope of practice
• Maintain appropriate training and competence
• Follow applicable animal welfare and data protection laws
• Use AniMap systems responsibly and securely

AniMap reserves the right to suspend or withdraw access where standards are not met.

7. Data Protection & Privacy

AniMap processes personal data in accordance with UK data protection legislation.

Our full practices are set out in our Privacy Notice, which forms part of these Terms of Service.

8. Availability of Services

We aim to keep the website and services available at all times. However, access may occasionally be interrupted for:

• Maintenance
• Technical issues
• Security or operational reasons

We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability but will act reasonably to restore services promptly.

9. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. AniMap is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those sites. Accessing external links is at your own discretion.

10. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, logos, graphics, and layout, is owned or licensed by AniMap UK Limited unless otherwise stated.

You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only.

Reproduction or redistribution for commercial purposes is not permitted without written consent.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• AniMap is not liable for indirect or consequential loss arising from website use
• AniMap is not responsible for decisions made based on general website information
• Nothing in these terms excludes liability where exclusion is not permitted by law

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with the updated date shown above.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the UK courts.