Terms of Use

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Reference information only

The Port Index provides port information compiled from public datasets, primarily the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index and the UNECE UN/LOCODE list. This information is provided for general reference and planning context only. It is not navigational advice and must not be used as the sole basis for any operational, navigational, commercial or safety-critical decision. Always verify details with the relevant port authority, pilot, agent or official nautical publications.

No warranty

The site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, timeliness or fitness for a particular purpose. Source data may contain errors, omissions or out-of-date values.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Port Index and its operators shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from use of, or reliance on, the site or its content.

Third-party links & ads

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Intellectual property

Underlying port data originates from public-domain U.S. Government and intergovernmental sources. The site’s design, layout, original text and compilation are the property of The Port Index.

Changes

We may revise these terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.