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Last updated: December 19, 2025
Welcome to the website of the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants (CIIPA) (the "Website"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (the "Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
1. About CIIPA
CIIPA is the statutory professional body responsible for the regulation and advancement of the accountancy profession in the Cayman Islands.
References in these Terms to "CIIPA", "we", "us", or "our" mean the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, including any content, functionality, services, member portals, firm and member search tools, event registration systems, or online applications, you confirm that you:
- have read and understood these Terms; and
- agree to comply with them.
CIIPA may amend these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on this page and will take effect immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
3. Permitted Use
You may use this Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- use the Website in any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations;
- interfere with the security, integrity, or performance of the Website;
- attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website, servers, or databases;
- upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful material;
- misuse online forms, application processes, search tools, or payment systems;
- use data obtained from the Website for unsolicited marketing, scraping, or bulk data extraction.
CIIPA reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website if misuse is suspected.
4. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Website, including text, logos, graphics, documents, videos, training materials, databases, and downloadable resources, is the property of CIIPA or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
You may:
- view and download content for personal or internal professional use; and
- print extracts for non-commercial purposes.
You may not:
- reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish content without prior written consent from CIIPA;
- use CIIPA branding or logos without permission.
5. Member and User Accounts
Certain areas of the Website may require registration or login, including member portals, CPD tracking, applications, and event management systems.
You are responsible for:
- maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials; and
- all activity conducted under your account.
CIIPA reserves the right to disable or suspend accounts where inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading information is provided or where misuse is identified.
6. Firm and Member Search
The Website may include a public Firm and Member Search tool to support transparency, verification, and public confidence in the profession.
Information displayed through the search tool is provided for general informational purposes and reflects CIIPA records at the time of publication.
CIIPA:
- does not warrant that search results are complete, current, or error-free;
- is not responsible for how third parties rely on or use search results;
- reserves the right to add, remove, or amend information displayed in accordance with its governing legislation and policies.
Use of information obtained through the search tool for commercial exploitation, data harvesting, or misleading purposes is prohibited.
7. Applications, Fees, and Payments
The Website may allow users to submit applications (including membership, licensing, or event registration) and make payments online.
All fees:
- are payable in accordance with CIIPA’s published fee schedules; and
- are non-refundable unless expressly stated otherwise or required by law.
Submission of an application does not guarantee approval. CIIPA retains full discretion in approving or rejecting applications in accordance with its governing legislation, regulations, and policies.
8. Website Disclaimer
The content on this Website is provided for general information purposes only.
While CIIPA endeavours to ensure that information on the Website is accurate and up to date, it makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information.
Nothing on this Website constitutes legal, accounting, regulatory, or professional advice, nor should it be relied upon as such.
9. Privacy and Data Protection
CIIPA is committed to protecting personal data and respecting privacy rights.
Use of this Website is governed by CIIPA’s Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms and explains:
- what personal data is collected;
- how it is used and shared;
- how it is stored and protected; and
- the rights of data subjects.
Personal data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the Cayman Islands. By using the Website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
10. Cookies Policy
This Website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- ensure the Website functions properly;
- enhance user experience;
- support analytics and performance monitoring; and
- enable secure access to restricted areas.
Cookies may be session-based or persistent and may be set by CIIPA or approved third-party service providers.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the Website.
Further information about the types of cookies used and how they are managed is set out in CIIPA’s Cookie Policy, which forms part of these Terms.
11. Links to Third-Party Websites
This Website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or informational purposes. CIIPA:
- does not control or endorse third-party websites; and
- is not responsible for their content, availability, or privacy practices.
Access to third-party websites is at your own risk.
12. Availability and Changes to the Website
CIIPA does not guarantee that the Website will always be available, uninterrupted, or error-free. We may:
- modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website; and
- update content or functionality at any time without notice.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CIIPA shall not be liable for any loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential, arising out of or in connection with:
- use of, or inability to use, the Website;
- reliance on Website content or search results;
- technical issues, errors, or interruptions; or
- unauthorised access to or loss of data.
14. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CIIPA, its Council members, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms or misuse of the Website.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Cayman Islands.
The courts of the Cayman Islands shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or use of the Website.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
17. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:
Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants (CIIPA)
45 Beckz Close
PO Box 1577
Grand Cayman, KY1-1110
Cayman Islands
These Terms and Conditions should be read together with CIIPA’s Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy and support CIIPA’s statutory and public interest mandate.
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