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Terms and Conditions

📅 Effective: June 2025 🔄 Last updated: June 2025 🌐 fishiohub.com
By accessing or using FishioHub.com — a dedicated freshwater aquarium resource covering fish care, shrimp, snails, aquatic plants and aquascaping — you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.
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Use of Content

All content published on FishioHub.com — including articles, care guides, species profiles, photographs, illustrations, and videos — is created for informational and educational purposes relating to freshwater aquariums.

  • You may share links to FishioHub articles on social media, forums, or your own website — this is welcome and appreciated.
  • Reproducing, copying, scraping, or republishing FishioHub content in full or substantial part without written permission is strictly prohibited.
  • Brief quotations for editorial or review purposes are permitted, provided clear attribution and a link back to the original article are included.
  • FishioHub reserves the right to update, edit, or remove any content at any time without prior notice.
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Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on FishioHub.com are affiliate links. This means if you click a link and purchase a product, FishioHub may earn a small commission — at no additional cost to you.

⚠️ Affiliate relationships do not influence editorial content, product recommendations, or care advice on FishioHub. Every recommendation is based on research and personal fishkeeping experience.

  • Affiliate links are used only for products relevant to freshwater aquariums — fish food, filters, substrates, lighting, and similar items.
  • Products are recommended based on merit and genuine research — not commission rates.
  • For full transparency, read the Affiliate Disclaimer.
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Advertising — Google AdSense

FishioHub.com uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. AdSense is a third-party advertising programme operated by Google LLC that serves targeted ads based on site content and user interests.

  • Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to FishioHub.com and other websites.
  • Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to FishioHub.com and other sites on the internet.
  • You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
  • You may also opt out of third-party vendor use of cookies by visiting aboutads.info.

Advertiser Independence: Advertisements displayed on FishioHub.com are served automatically by Google AdSense. FishioHub does not control which specific ads appear and is not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements. Ad placements do not constitute endorsement of any advertised product or service.

FishioHub does not sell advertising space directly to third parties, nor does it accept payment for editorial coverage or sponsored content that affects the impartiality of its aquarium guides.

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User Conduct

By using FishioHub.com, you agree to use the site in a responsible, lawful manner. You agree not to:

  • Post, share, or transmit content that is offensive, harmful, defamatory, or misleading.
  • Engage in spam, phishing, or the promotion of unauthorised third-party products or services.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or its underlying systems.
  • Use automated tools to scrape, harvest, or copy content from FishioHub.com.
  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation when contacting FishioHub.

Violations of these conduct standards may result in blocked access to FishioHub.com or appropriate legal action.

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Comments and Contributions

FishioHub welcomes questions, corrections, and discussion from the freshwater aquarium community. All comments are subject to moderation.

  • Comments must be respectful, relevant to freshwater aquariums, and comply with applicable laws.
  • FishioHub reserves the right to remove, edit, or reject any comment that violates community standards or contains spam.
  • By submitting a comment or message, you grant FishioHub a non-exclusive licence to display that content on the site.
  • FishioHub does not accept responsibility for user-submitted content and does not endorse opinions expressed by commenters.
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Intellectual Property

All original content on FishioHub.com — including written articles, care guides, graphics, logos, and photographs — is the intellectual property of Anil Satak / FishioHub, unless otherwise stated.

  • The FishioHub name, logo, and brand identity may not be used without written permission.
  • Content may not be used for commercial purposes, repackaged as your own, or distributed without authorisation.
  • Scientific species names, common knowledge, and factual data in the public domain are not claimed as proprietary.

To request permission to use FishioHub content, contact us.

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No Professional Advice

FishioHub.com provides general freshwater aquarium guidance based on academic zoology training and personal fishkeeping experience. All content is educational and informational in nature.

⚠️ FishioHub content does not constitute professional veterinary, aquaculture, or animal health advice. For decisions affecting animal welfare or health, consult a qualified aquatic veterinarian or certified professional.

  • Water parameter recommendations are based on commonly accepted fishkeeping standards and personal experience — individual tank conditions may vary.
  • Species compatibility and care information reflects general guidelines, not guarantees for every individual scenario.
  • FishioHub is not liable for outcomes resulting from the application of advice found on this site.
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Content Accuracy and Corrections

Every article on FishioHub.com is researched carefully using zoological training, personal keeping experience, and established aquarium literature. However, aquarium science continues to evolve and errors can occur.

  • FishioHub does not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or error-free at all times.
  • Errors reported by readers are reviewed and corrected promptly, with an update note added to the relevant article.
  • To report a factual error, use the Contact page and select "Content Correction".

Note on older content: FishioHub published content on broader aquatic topics (saltwater fishing, marine species) before 2025. Since 2025, all new content is exclusively freshwater aquarium focused. Older articles remain accessible but may reflect the prior broader scope of the site.

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Limitation of Liability

FishioHub.com is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

  • FishioHub makes no warranty that the website will be available uninterrupted, error-free, or free from technical issues.
  • FishioHub is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its content.
  • FishioHub is not responsible for losses arising from reliance on information published on this site.
  • The total liability of FishioHub for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the site (which is zero, as the site is free).
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Privacy and Cookies

Your use of FishioHub.com is also governed by the Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

  • FishioHub uses cookies for site functionality, analytics (Google Analytics), and advertising (Google AdSense).
  • No personally identifiable information is sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
  • Contact form submissions (name and email) are used solely to respond to your message and are not added to any mailing list without explicit consent.
  • For full details on data collection and your rights, read the Privacy Policy.
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Changes to These Terms

FishioHub reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. When changes are made:

  • The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised.
  • For significant changes, a notice may be published on the homepage.
  • Continued use of FishioHub.com after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. If you disagree with any revised Terms, please discontinue using the site.


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Contact

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, content permissions, or any other matter — contact Anil Satak directly:

Questions About These Terms?

I personally read and respond to every message — usually within 48 hours.

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