Last updated: January 19th, 2026
This User Agreement (“Terms”) governs your access to and use of DeeperBlue.com and related services operated by DeeperBlue Global Media Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (“DeeperBlue”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Service.
1. About DeeperBlue
DeeperBlue is a global online media and community platform focused on scuba diving, freediving, the underwater world, and ocean advocacy.
The Service includes, without limitation:
- https://www.deeperblue.com
- https://forums.deeperblue.com
- podcasts, newsletters, and social channels
- mobile applications
- community features including forums, comments, and user profiles
2. Eligibility and Age Requirements
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service.
If you are under 18, you confirm that you have permission from a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly target the Service at children under 13.
Users are expected to behave responsibly and refrain from posting content unsuitable for minors, particularly in areas of the Service where younger users may reasonably be present.
3. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms apply on a browsewrap and clickwrap basis.
By accessing, browsing, registering for, or using the Service, you agree to these Terms. Certain features (including account creation, content submission, or paid services) may require explicit confirmation of acceptance.
4. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version will always be published on DeeperBlue.com with the updated date shown above.
Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
6. Purchases, Subscriptions, Donations and Fees
6.1 Scope
This section applies only to payments made directly on DeeperBlue.com, including:
- forum subscriptions or memberships
- paid digital services or access
- voluntary donations
It does not apply to purchases made via deeperblue.store, which are governed by separate third-party terms.
6.2 Subscriptions
Where paid subscriptions are offered:
- pricing, billing cycle, and renewal terms will be clearly disclosed before purchase
- subscriptions may renew automatically unless cancelled
- you may cancel at any time via your account or the method provided
Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period unless stated otherwise.
6.3 Donations
Donations and voluntary payments are non-refundable except where required by law.
6.4 Consumer Rights
Your statutory rights under UK consumer protection law, including the Consumer Rights Act 2015, apply to paid digital services and content. Nothing in these Terms limits those rights.
7. User-Generated Content (UGC)
7.1 Licence Grant
When you submit, upload, or post content on the Service, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, transferable licence to use, reproduce, modify, publish, distribute, display, and adapt that content in connection with the Service and our business.
This licence continues even if you delete your content or close your account, to the extent the content has already been shared, indexed, or incorporated into the Service.
7.2 Your Responsibilities
You confirm that:
- you own or control all necessary rights to your content
- your content does not infringe copyright, privacy, or other legal rights
- your content complies with applicable laws
You are solely responsible for the content you submit.
7.3 Prohibited Content
You must not post content that is:
- unlawful, misleading, defamatory, or deceptive
- abusive, threatening, hateful, or harassing
- sexually explicit or exploitative
- invasive of privacy
- promoting violence, illegal activity, or self-harm
- spam, malware, or unauthorised advertising
8. Moderation, Safety and Enforcement
We do not pre-moderate all content. However, to protect users and comply with legal obligations, we reserve the right to:
- remove, restrict, or edit content
- suspend or terminate accounts
- take enforcement action without prior notice
Decisions are made in good faith and proportionately, taking into account safety, legality, and freedom of expression.
9. Reporting Content and Complaints
If you encounter content you believe is illegal, harmful, or in breach of these Terms, you may report it by contacting us via the Contact Form or through any reporting tools we provide.
We will review reports and take appropriate action in accordance with our policies and applicable UK law.
10. Forums and Community Rules
Use of the DeeperBlue Forums is subject to our Forum Rules, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference: https://forums.deeperblue.com/help/rules/
If there is a conflict between these Terms and the Forum Rules, these Terms prevail.
11. Copyright and Intellectual Property
11.1 Our Content
All original content on the Service is owned by or licensed to DeeperBlue Global Media Limited and is protected under UK copyright law, including the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or exploit our content without permission, except as permitted by law.
11.2 Copyright Infringement and Takedown
If you believe content on the Service infringes your copyright, please contact via our Contact Us form with:
- identification of the copyrighted work
- the location of the allegedly infringing content
- a statement of good-faith belief
- your contact details
We will investigate and may remove or disable access to the content.
11.3 Repeat Infringers
Accounts that repeatedly infringe copyright may be suspended or terminated.
12. Third-Party Services and Links
The Service may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their content, terms, or practices.
Purchases made via third-party platforms are governed by their own terms.
13. Disclaimers
The Service is provided “as is” and “as available.”
Content published on DeeperBlue is for general information only and does not constitute professional, medical, or safety advice. Diving and freediving involve inherent risks. You are responsible for your own decisions, training, and safety.
14. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
- we are not liable for indirect or consequential losses
- we are not liable for user-generated content
Nothing in these Terms limits liability for:
- death or personal injury caused by negligence
- fraud
- any liability that cannot be excluded under UK law
15. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from claims arising out of:
- your use of the Service
- your content
- your breach of these Terms
16. Termination
You may stop using the Service at any time.
We may suspend or terminate access immediately if you breach these Terms or applicable law. Termination does not affect accrued rights or obligations.
17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any dispute arising from them are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
You and we agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
18. Contact Us
For legal notices or questions about these Terms:
DeeperBlue Global Media Limited
Email: hello@deeperblue.com
