Service Disclaimer & Transparency Agreement

Last Updated: April 12, 2026

Welcome to Smart Flight Search. Before you use our platform to explore the world, it is important to understand the nature of our services. This document outlines the limits of our liability, how we handle data from airlines, and your responsibilities as a traveler.

By using this website, you agree to the terms laid out in this comprehensive disclaimer. We believe in transparency, and we want you to have a clear picture of how the travel industry works when booking through an intermediary like us.

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1. Our Role as an Independent Intermediary

It is vital to understand that Smart Flight Search is not an airline, a hotelier, or a direct transportation provider. We are a technology-driven travel agency that connects you with service providers.

When you book a flight, the legal contract for the travel service is between you and the airline. We facilitate this transaction, provide support, and offer a user-friendly interface to compare options, but we do not operate the aircraft, set the flight schedules, or control the boarding process.

2. Accuracy of Travel Data & Real-Time Pricing

The travel industry is incredibly dynamic. Prices and seat availability can change in milliseconds due to "yield management" systems used by airlines.

• Data Syncing: While we strive for 100% accuracy, there can occasionally be a "caching lag" between the airline's system and our display. If a price changes during the booking process, we will notify you before any payment is finalized.
• Visual Aids: Any images of aircraft interiors, meals, or destinations are for illustrative purposes only. The actual service provided by the carrier may differ.
• Third-Party Errors: We are not responsible for typographical errors or "fat-finger" fare mistakes made by airlines in their global distribution systems.

3. Liability for Airline Omissions and Actions

Since Smart Flight Search does not control the operations of third-party providers, we cannot be held liable for:

• Mechanical failures or technical delays on the part of the carrier.
• Bankruptcies or cessations of service by an airline.
• The refusal of an airline to board a passenger for any reason (missing documents, behavior, etc.).
• Lost, delayed, or damaged luggage. All baggage claims must be filed directly with the airline at the airport.

4. Passports, Visas, and Health Entry Rules

It is the sole responsibility of the traveler to ensure they meet the entry requirements for their destination and any transit points.

Smart Flight Search may provide general guidance on visa requirements as a courtesy, but this information should never be considered official legal advice. Rules regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, PCR tests, "ETA" authorizations, and passport validity (most countries require 6 months remaining) change daily. Always check with the official embassy of your destination country.

5. Assumption of Risk & Personal Safety

By booking travel, you acknowledge that international travel carries inherent risks. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Political Instability: Unexpected civil unrest or changes in government policy.
• Health Risks: Exposure to diseases or differing standards of medical care abroad.
• Weather & Nature: Disruptions caused by volcanic ash, hurricanes, or earthquakes.

We strongly encourage all users to check their government’s travel advisories (such as the U.S. State Department or UK Foreign Office) before departing.

6. Financial Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Smart Flight Search and its employees, directors, and partners shall not be liable for any total amount exceeding the service fees paid to us for the specific booking in question.

We are not responsible for "consequential damages"—for example, if a flight delay causes you to miss a wedding, a cruise departure, or a business meeting, we cannot be held liable for the cost of those missed events.

7. Website Uptime and Digital Security

While we use industry-standard encryption and security protocols, the internet is never 100% secure. Smart Flight Search does not warrant that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses. We are not responsible for any damage to your computer hardware or software resulting from the use of our platform.

8. No Professional Advice

The travel consultants and AI-driven support tools at Smart Flight Search provide suggestions based on available data. This does not constitute financial, legal, or medical advice. For example, if we suggest a travel insurance policy, you should read the full policy disclosure from the insurance provider to ensure it meets your specific needs.

9. Legal Jurisdiction and Dispute Resolution

We want to resolve any issues over a phone call or email. However, should a legal dispute arise, it will be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where our corporate headquarters is located.

By using our services, you agree that any legal proceedings will be conducted on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

10. Copyright and Trademarks

All content on this site—including text, logos, custom code, and site design—is the property of Smart Flight Search. You may not scrape, copy, or "mirror" our content for commercial use without express written permission.

11. Regular Updates to These Terms

As the travel industry evolves, so will this disclaimer. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will indicate the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated disclaimer.

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Disclaimer Last Updated: March 12, 2026. All rights reserved.