Terms of Service
These terms govern your use of MyPokerMaps and outline the rights and responsibilities of all users. Please read carefully before using our services.
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Last Updated: December 15, 2024
Table of Contents
1. Acceptance of Terms
Agreement to Terms
- By accessing or using MyPokerMaps, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service
- If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the service
- These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the service
- We reserve the right to update these terms at any time with notice to users
Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years old to use our services
- You must comply with all local laws regarding online gaming and poker
- You represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
- Users from restricted jurisdictions may not access certain features
2. Description of Services
Platform Services
- MyPokerMaps provides a platform to discover and connect with poker clubs and tournaments
- We offer live streaming capabilities for poker games and tournaments
- Our services include player networking, leaderboards, and statistics tracking
- We facilitate communication between players, clubs, and tournament organizers
Third-Party Services
- We may integrate with third-party services for payments, analytics, and communications
- Third-party services are governed by their own terms and privacy policies
- We are not responsible for the availability or functionality of third-party services
- Users interact with third-party services at their own risk
3. User Accounts and Responsibilities
Account Creation
- You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
- One person may only maintain one account unless explicitly authorized
User Conduct
- You agree to use the service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- You will not engage in any fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activities
- You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to other users' accounts or data
- You will not use the service to harass, threaten, or harm other users
Content Standards
- All user-generated content must comply with our community guidelines
- You retain ownership of content you create, but grant us license to use it
- We reserve the right to remove content that violates our standards
- Users are responsible for ensuring their content does not infringe third-party rights
4. Prohibited Activities
Gaming Violations
- Collusion, cheating, or any form of unfair play is strictly prohibited
- Use of bots, automated software, or artificial intelligence is not allowed
- Sharing account information or playing on behalf of others is forbidden
- Any attempt to manipulate games, tournaments, or platform features is prohibited
Platform Abuse
- Attempting to reverse engineer, hack, or exploit platform vulnerabilities
- Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions or gain unfair advantages
- Spamming, phishing, or distributing malicious content through our platform
- Using the platform for money laundering or other illegal financial activities
5. Financial Terms and Payments
Payment Processing
- All payments are processed through secure, third-party payment processors
- We do not store credit card information on our servers
- Transaction fees may apply and will be clearly disclosed before payment
- Refunds are subject to our refund policy and applicable laws
Tournament and Game Fees
- Tournament entry fees and rake structures are set by individual clubs
- We may charge platform fees for certain premium services
- All fees and charges will be clearly displayed before you commit to payment
- Disputes regarding fees should be reported immediately through our support system
6. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Intellectual Property
- MyPokerMaps and all related trademarks, logos, and brand elements are our property
- The platform's software, design, and functionality are protected by copyright
- Users may not copy, modify, or distribute our intellectual property without permission
- Any unauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in legal action
User Content License
- You grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive license to use content you submit
- This license includes the right to display, distribute, and modify your content
- You retain ownership of your content and can request removal at any time
- You represent that you have the right to grant this license for all submitted content
7. Liability and Disclaimers
Service Disclaimers
- Our services are provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind
- We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
- We are not responsible for the conduct of users or third-party clubs
- Platform availability may be affected by maintenance, updates, or technical issues
Limitation of Liability
- Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you in the past 12 months
- Some jurisdictions do not allow liability limitations, so these may not apply to you
8. Termination and Suspension
Account Termination
- We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms
- You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings
- Upon termination, your access to the service will be immediately revoked
- We will retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes
Effect of Termination
- All licenses granted to you will immediately terminate
- You must cease all use of our services and delete any downloaded materials
- Provisions regarding liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution survive termination
- Outstanding financial obligations remain due after account termination
Questions About These Terms?
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