Terms of Service Agreement for Sportkin

Introduction

Welcome to Sportkin. The services offered by Sportkin.com ("Sportkin" or "we") include the Sportkin website (the "Sportkin Website"), the Sportkin collaboration/communication service, and any other features, content, or applications offered from time to time by Sportkin in connection with the Sportkin Website (collectively, the "Sportkin Services").

By accessing or using the Sportkin Services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service ("Agreement"). If you do not agree to these terms, you should discontinue use of the Sportkin Services immediately.

1. Privacy and Data Protection

At Sportkin, we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. Your data will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except as necessary to provide the Sportkin Services or as required by law.

• Personal Information: The information we collect is used solely for the purpose of providing, improving, and personalizing the Sportkin Services.
• Data Security: We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
• Third-Party Services: We may use third-party service providers to assist in delivering certain services (e.g., payment processing, hosting, etc.). These service providers are required to maintain your privacy and security to the same standards as outlined in this Agreement.

For full details on how we collect, store, and use your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility

• Age Requirement: You must be at least 16 years of age to register as a member and use the Sportkin Services. If you are under 16, you must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to use the services.
• Legal Capacity: By agreeing to these Terms, you affirm that you are legally capable of entering into a binding agreement and are not restricted from using the Sportkin Services by any applicable law or regulation.

3. Account Registration and Use

• Account Creation: In order to access certain features of the Sportkin Services, you must register for an account. You are required to provide accurate and complete information during the registration process, including a valid email address and a password.
• Account Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity under your account. If you suspect unauthorized use of your account, you must notify Sportkin immediately.

4. Use of Sportkin Services

• Non-Commercial Use: The Sportkin Services are intended for personal use only. You may not use the services for commercial purposes, including advertising or soliciting business unless explicitly authorized by Sportkin.
• Acceptable Content: You are responsible for the content you post, share, or engage with on the Sportkin platform. You agree not to post content that:
  • Promotes hate, violence, or discrimination.
  • Contains nudity, pornography, or explicit material.
  • Promotes illegal activities or violates any laws.
  • Infringes on any third-party intellectual property rights.
  • Is harassing, threatening, or defamatory.

Sportkin reserves the right to remove any content deemed in violation of these guidelines and may suspend or terminate your account for severe or repeated violations.

5. Profiles and Privacy

• Profile Information: You can set your privacy preferences for your profile. These settings determine who can see your information (e.g., your profile, event participation, and other content). Please choose your settings carefully.
• Personal Information: When creating your profile, you may be asked to provide personal details (e.g., name, location, gender, etc.). You are responsible for keeping this information accurate and up-to-date.
• Public and Private Profiles: Members can opt to make their profiles visible to the public or restrict access to friends or specific groups. You can update your privacy settings at any time.

6. Posting and Sharing Content

• Ownership of Content: You retain ownership of the content you post on Sportkin (e.g., images, text, and other media). By posting content, you grant Sportkin a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and share this content for the purpose of operating and improving the Sportkin Services.
• Removal of Content: If you wish to delete or update your content, you can do so through your profile settings. Sportkin reserves the right to remove content that violates these Terms of Service or is deemed harmful, offensive, or inappropriate.

7. Code of Conduct

• Respect for Others: You agree to treat all members with respect and courtesy. You will not engage in any behavior that could harm, offend, or harass others.
• Impersonation: You will not impersonate any individual, group, or entity, nor will you create fake accounts or mislead others on the platform.
• Spam and Unsolicited Messages: You will not use the Sportkin Services to send spam, unsolicited commercial messages, or engage in mass communication efforts without consent.

8. Termination and Suspension of Accounts

• Termination by You: You may terminate your account at any time by contacting Sportkin’s support team or by deleting your account through the account settings.
• Termination by Sportkin: Sportkin reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account if we believe you have violated this Agreement or engaged in harmful, illegal, or abusive behavior.

9. Liability and Disclaimers

• Use at Your Own Risk: You use the Sportkin Services at your own risk. While we strive to provide a safe and secure platform, we do not guarantee the accuracy or safety of user-generated content, nor do we accept liability for third-party actions or the behavior of other users.
• Service Availability: We make reasonable efforts to ensure the Sportkin Services are available at all times, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We may suspend or limit access for maintenance or technical issues.

10. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sportkin, its affiliates, employees, and partners, from any claim, demand, or damages (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Sportkin Services, your violation of this Agreement, or any other breach of law by you.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Service will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Sydney, New South Wales.

12. Changes to Terms

Sportkin reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify users of any significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page. Continued use of the Sportkin Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or wish to contact us, please use the contact form on our website or email us at: support@sportkin.com.