Terms of Service
Effective Date: October 28, 2024
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Quiz Bowl Practice website, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the service.
2. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the service after any such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
3. Use of Service
a. Eligibility: You must be at least 13 years old to use our services. If you are under 13, you must have a parent or guardian's permission.
b. User Accounts: You may be required to create an account to use certain features. You agree to provide accurate information and maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials. You are responsible for any activities that occur under your account.
c. Prohibited Conduct: You may not use the service for any illegal or unauthorized activities, including but not limited to:
- i. Posting or transmitting harmful content
- ii. Interfering with or disrupting the security or performance of the service
- iii. Using automated systems (e.g., bots) to access the service
We reserve the right to terminate any account engaged in these activities.
4. Privacy
Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information. By using our service, you consent to our privacy practices.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the site, including text, images, logos, and software, is owned by Quiz Bowl Practice or its licensors. You may not use, distribute, or reproduce any content without written permission. Any unauthorized use of intellectual property may result in termination of access.
6. User-Generated Content
a. Responsibility: You retain ownership of the content you post or submit to the service. However, by doing so, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute that content in connection with the service.
b. Content Standards: All user-generated content must be lawful and appropriate for a general audience. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms.
7. Third-Party Services
We may provide links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or take responsibility for any third-party content, products, or services. Use third-party services at your own risk.
8. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the service at any time, without notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the service will immediately cease.
9. Disclaimers
The service is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Quiz Bowl Practice and its affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the service.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Quiz Bowl Practice, its affiliates, officers, directors, and employees from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the service will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
13. Force Majeure
We will not be liable for any failure or delay in the performance of our obligations under these Terms if such failure is due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, strikes, or natural disasters.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Quiz Bowl Practice and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
16. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at support@quizbowl.live or through our Contact page.