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Terms & Conditions

Acceptance of Terms

  1. The Department of Lands & Survey (L&S) provides the Document Request System with a commitment to availability, privacy, and security. The terms herein form the agreement between L&S and the user.

  2. The L&S website is a service. The content on the Document Request System is public. Users may download and print the results of their search. Any downloaded or printed copies must retain their original form without any alteration. The right to resell, redistribute, or create derivative works from the content is expressly prohibited. Access to the website indicates acceptance of these terms.

  3. The user, by accessing the website, agrees to these terms. If accessing on behalf of an employer, the user confirms they have the authority to bind their employer to these terms.

  4. L&S may change these terms without prior notice. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance. Users are responsible for checking for updates.

  5. By using the Document Request System, you agree to these terms and any future changes. The most recent version is always available on this website.

  6. Users disagreeing with any terms should immediately cease using the Document Request System.

Usability

  1. This website's content is not a substitute for professional advice.

  2. Users act on information from the website at their own risk. Actions that could compromise the site's functionality or its content are prohibited.

Content

  1. The Document Request System aims to provide accurate content for Basic Property Searches and facilitate services offered by L

  2. While L&S strives for accuracy, some information might temporarily be outdated. L&S does not guarantee daily content accuracy.

  3. L&S may update website information or products without notice.

  4. The site may have links to other websites. L&S is not accountable for content or privacy practices on these external sites.

  5. All website designs, coding, applications, scripts, graphics, and specific photographs are proprietary. Use on external sites requires L&S's explicit permission.

Security

  1. We implement security measures to guard the information you provide. Only authorized personnel can access this information, primarily for data analysis and quality control. This site also uses the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL - 128bit) technology for secure communications.

Cookie Policy

  1. Our Site employs essential cookies to ensure its proper functionality and to enhance user experience. These cookies are crucial for the core features and services of our website and allow us to remember your preferences to offer a more personalized browsing experience. No personal data is stored in these essential cookies, and they do not track your activities for advertising purposes. By using our Site, you consent to the use of these essential cookies. If you do not wish to accept these cookies, please adjust your browser settings appropriately; however, please note that certain features of the Site may not function optimally or may become unavailable.

Payment

  1. The Cayman Islands Government accepts Visa and Mastercard and you can use a debit or credit card issued anywhere in the world for online payment.

  2. When you pay for your document request(s) online, your card information will be received by the payment processing gateway Service Provider. The Cayman Islands Government will not collect or retain any card information.

  3. You will be issued a receipt for any transaction and it will be attached with your request.

  4. If there are any issues with your payment, please contact (345) 244-3420 landregsearch@gov.ky

Information Sharing and Disclosure

  1. L&S, as a Government Department, protects your personal data. We don't sell or rent your data except:

    • In legal contexts like subpoenas or court orders
    • For compliance with the Data Protection Act
    • To address illegal activities, potential threats, L&S's terms of use violations, or as mandated by law.

Transaction Security

  1. We prioritize a secure online transaction experience. We strive to protect your credit card information on the Document Request System.

  2. While we ensure data security, online transmissions may be intercepted by third parties. Exercise caution with sensitive data.

  3. If online transactions concern you, payments can be made at the L&S office, Government Administration Building, Grand Cayman, or District Admin Cayman Brac. Alternative payment methods like wire transfers are also available.

Service Provided “As-Is”

L&S strives to provide optimal service. However, technical or unforeseen difficulties may arise, leading to data loss, alterations in personalized settings, or service disruptions. By using this service, users acknowledge and accept that the Service is offered "As-Is", without any guarantees. L&S is not liable for issues related to the promptness, errors, deletions, undelivered data, or failure to maintain user data or personal settings.

Reporting Errors and Raising Queries

Should users encounter errors or have questions about a transaction, they are urged to reach out promptly through one of the following avenues:

  1. Via the 'Customer Service' feature in the Document Request System
  2. Email: registry.info@gov.ky or landregsearch@gov.ky.
  3. Phone: (345)-244-3420.
  4. Address: Lands & Survey Department, 133 Elgin Avenue, Box 120, Grand Cayman KY1-9000, Cayman Islands

Disclaimer

Unless explicitly agreed upon between the user and L&S, all content, services, products, and software on this website are provided without any form of guarantee, either direct or implied. L&S, alongside The Cayman Islands Government and associated licensors, disclaims all warranties. This includes, but isn't limited to, accuracy, completeness, currentness, and fitness for a specific use. Neither L&S nor The Cayman Islands Government will be accountable for any damages, direct or indirect, including profit losses, even if advised of such possibilities.

Advisory Note

  1. L&S does not provide explicit legal or specialized advice. The primary goal is to furnish users with information to facilitate their transactions with our offices. Users requiring legal or specialized advice are recommended to seek external professional guidance.

  2. By using the Service, users acknowledge the following:

    • The Service is used at their own risk.
    • L&S offers the Service "As-Is" and "As Available", disclaiming all warranties, whether direct or implied.
    • There's no assurance that: the Service will meet users' expectations; will be uninterrupted or error-free; results from the Service will be accurate; the quality of products or services will satisfy user expectations; technological errors will be rectified.
  3. Any content accessed or downloaded from the Service is at the user's discretion and risk. Users are solely responsible for any resulting damages or data losses. No communication, verbal or written, from L&S will constitute a warranty outside of these terms.

Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify L&S, the Government of the Cayman Islands, and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees against all liabilities, costs, or damages arising from the use of the Site, violations of these Terms, or infringements of any rights or applicable laws.

Compliance with the Law

Users must ensure that the Service isn't used for illegal activities, or to transmit material that could be deemed unlawful, harmful, defamatory, invasive, abusive, or violating others' rights. If suspected of such activities, L&S holds the right to suspend or discontinue the Service for the concerned user.

Use and Ownership of Data

  1. The user is prohibited from using the data or databases for soliciting others, including for marketing or telemarketing purposes. The user is also forbidden from aggregating data for any purpose.

  2. All data and databases are the exclusive property of the Cayman Islands Government. The user is granted a non-exclusive right to access and use the data, without any claims to ownership or proprietary rights to the content on the site.

  3. Users may view, download, and print content from the Site solely for personal, non-commercial use.

  4. Use of the L&S or the Cayman Islands Government's proprietary information, including framing or using framing techniques, without express written consent, is strictly prohibited.

  5. Users must ensure they have the necessary equipment and connectivity to access the Site.

  6. L&S or the Government reserves the right to alter data availability, database structures, and terms of use. Continued use post-alteration implies user acceptance.

  7. Non-compliance with terms, failure to pay fees, or breaches of legislation may result in restricted access or termination of services by L

  8. L&S and the Government disclaim liability for damages due to a variety of reasons, including system breakdowns, data loss, or legislative changes.

  9. Downloading material from the Site is at the user's risk. L&S is not liable for any resulting damages or data loss.

  10. No advice or information from L&S constitutes a warranty outside of these Terms and Conditions

  11. Misuse of the L&S domain name or misrepresentation of identity is prohibited.

  12. User comments must be respectful and lawful. The user must not impersonate others or spread malicious content.

Intellectual Property and Use Restrictions

  1. 14.1 The Site's content is for personal use only. Commercial exploitation is strictly prohibited.

  2. The Site contains proprietary and confidential information protected by relevant laws.

  3. Users must not modify, distribute, or create derivatives based on the Site or its software without authorization.

  4. &S grants a personal, non-transferable license for software use on a single device, provided it remains unmodified.

  5. Unauthorized modifications or accessing the Site through unofficial means is prohibited.

Enforcement

  1. L&S's failure to enforce any provision doesn't waive its right to do so later.

  2. If a provision is found invalid, other provisions remain in effect. Section titles are merely for convenience.

Copyright and Trademarks

  1. Personal, non-commercial use of the Site is permitted, retaining all proprietary notices.

  2. Unauthorized modifications or public displays of content are prohibited.

  3. Unauthorized use of materials can result in copyright or trademark violations.

  4. Breaching these terms terminates your access, and you must destroy downloaded or printed materials.>

Limitations of Liability

  1. L&S is not liable for uncontrollable events, including natural disasters or third-party actions that affect services.

  2. Disputes should first aim for mediation, sharing associated costs equally. If unresolved, arbitration in a mutually agreed location is the next step.

Refund Policy

  1. Click here to download complete refund policy.

  2. Click here to download refund request form.