Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of MAPS – Melanesian Accounts & Payroll Solutions ("MAPS", "we", "our", or "us").

These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, online services, client portal (where applicable), and any information, materials, or resources made available by MAPS.

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should discontinue use of the website.

2. About MAPS

MAPS is a Papua New Guinea owned and operated business providing professional business solutions, including:

  • Payroll processing

  • Accounting and bookkeeping services

  • Financial reporting

  • Payroll software implementation and support

  • Business advisory services

  • Human resources support

  • Training and consulting

  • Related financial and administrative services

Information published on this website is provided for general information only and does not constitute professional accounting, taxation, legal, or financial advice.

3. Eligibility

You may use this website only if you have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements under the laws of Papua New Guinea or the jurisdiction in which you reside.

If you are using this website on behalf of an organisation, you represent that you have authority to bind that organisation to these Terms.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use this website lawfully and responsibly.

You must not:

  • Use the website for unlawful or fraudulent purposes.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or networks.

  • Introduce viruses, malware, ransomware, or malicious code.

  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website.

  • Use automated tools to scrape or harvest content without permission.

  • Upload or transmit harmful, defamatory, abusive, obscene, or misleading material.

  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation.

  • Infringe the intellectual property rights of MAPS or third parties.

MAPS reserves the right to restrict or terminate access where misuse is identified.

5. Website Content

All information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes.

Although we make reasonable efforts to ensure information is accurate and current, MAPS does not warrant that all content is complete, accurate, or free from errors.

Information may change without notice.

6. Professional Services

Use of this website does not establish a professional-client relationship.

A formal engagement exists only after:

  • a proposal or quotation has been accepted,

  • an engagement letter or service agreement has been executed, or

  • MAPS has confirmed acceptance of the work in writing.

Any professional advice provided by MAPS is subject to the terms of the relevant engagement.

7. Client Portal and Online Services

Where MAPS provides access to a secure client portal or online services, users are responsible for:

  • maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials;

  • using strong passwords and enabling multi-factor authentication where available;

  • notifying MAPS promptly of suspected unauthorised access; and

  • ensuring that information submitted through the portal is accurate and lawful.

MAPS may suspend access where necessary to protect the security or integrity of its systems.

8. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, software, layouts, downloadable materials, and branding—is owned by or licensed to MAPS and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • view website content for personal or internal business use; and

  • download or print limited portions for non-commercial reference.

You must not:

  • reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, sell, or commercially exploit website content without prior written permission from MAPS.

The MAPS name, logo, and branding remain the exclusive property of MAPS.

9. User Submissions

Any information submitted through our website must be accurate, complete, and lawful.

You are responsible for ensuring that you have the authority to submit any information on behalf of yourself or your organisation.

MAPS may decline or remove submissions that are unlawful, misleading, offensive, or otherwise inconsistent with these Terms.

10. Privacy

MAPS is committed to protecting your personal information.

Collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information are governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms.

By using this website, you consent to the handling of your information in accordance with the Privacy Policy.

11. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, remember user preferences, and analyse website performance.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function as intended.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties.

These links are provided solely for convenience.

MAPS does not control, endorse, or accept responsibility for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of external websites.

Access to third-party websites is at your own risk.

13. Service Availability

MAPS aims to maintain reliable access to its website and online services.

However, uninterrupted availability cannot be guaranteed.

Website access may be temporarily unavailable due to:

  • scheduled maintenance;

  • software upgrades;

  • technical faults;

  • internet or telecommunications failures;

  • cybersecurity incidents; or

  • circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

MAPS is not liable for any loss resulting from temporary service interruptions.

14. Cybersecurity

We employ reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect our systems and client information.

However, no internet-based service is entirely secure.

Users are encouraged to:

  • keep their devices updated;

  • use reputable antivirus software;

  • protect login credentials;

  • avoid sharing passwords; and

  • report suspicious activity promptly.

15. Disclaimer

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • the website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis;

  • MAPS makes no guarantee that the website will always be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free;

  • information published on the website may contain inaccuracies or typographical errors; and

  • users should obtain professional advice before making financial, taxation, legal, or business decisions based on website content.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, MAPS, its directors, employees, contractors, and representatives will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary loss or damage arising from or related to:

  • use of the website;

  • inability to access the website;

  • reliance on website content;

  • delays or interruptions;

  • technical failures;

  • viruses or malicious software introduced by third parties;

  • loss of data, revenue, profits, goodwill, or business opportunities.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

17. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless MAPS, its officers, employees, contractors, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • your breach of these Terms;

  • your misuse of the website;

  • your infringement of any third-party rights; or

  • any unlawful or negligent act or omission by you.

18. Suspension or Termination

MAPS may suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the website or any online services without prior notice where reasonably necessary, including where:

  • these Terms are breached;

  • security risks arise;

  • unlawful activity is suspected;

  • system maintenance is required; or

  • continued access could adversely affect MAPS or its users.

19. Force Majeure

MAPS will not be responsible for delays or failure to perform obligations where caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, power failures, telecommunications outages, cyberattacks, industrial disputes, government actions, or other unforeseen events.

20. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Papua New Guinea, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

21. Changes to These Terms

MAPS may amend these Terms & Conditions from time to time.

The updated version will be published on our website with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

22. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

23. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any applicable engagement letter or service agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and MAPS regarding your use of the website.

24. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

MAPS – Melanesian Accounts & Payroll Solutions

Website:www.maps.com.pg

Email:info@maps.com.pg

Postal Address:
PO Box 162
Foodworld Gordons
Moresby North East, NCD 121
Papua New Guinea

Our Commitment

MAPS is committed to providing secure, reliable, and professional accounting and payroll solutions. We strive to maintain a trusted online environment and encourage all users to use our website responsibly and in accordance with these Terms.

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