PokerListings Terms of Use
www.pokerlistings.com referred to herein as “PokerListings”, “we”, “us”, or “our”. These Terms of Use (the “Agreement” or “Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website (www.pokerlistings.com) and any services provided by us. By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by this Agreement and any updates or modifications made from time to time. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.
Note: For significant changes affecting your rights or obligations, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you (for example, via a site notice), and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Site — whether as a visitor, registered user, or through any other engagement—you confirm that:
- You have read, understood, and accepted these Terms.
- You agree to any future amendments or updates posted on the Site without the need for separate notice, except where required by law.
2. Description of Service
The Site is an informational platform dedicated to providing news, updates, and educational content about poker. It serves as a hub for the poker community by offering:
- Articles, strategies, tournament details, platform reviews, and general poker-related information.
- Non-Gambling Platform: The Site is not a gambling or betting platform. It does not facilitate real-money wagering, online poker games, or other gambling activities.
- No Promotion of Gambling: Users are solely responsible for verifying the legal status and compliance of any gambling operator or service they access via links provided on the Site, in accordance with the laws in their jurisdiction.
3. Educational Disclaimer
All content on the Site is provided solely for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes.
- No Gambling Advice: The information presented does not constitute professional gambling advice or an endorsement of gambling activities.
- Risk Acknowledgment: Poker involves inherent risks, and the Site does not guarantee any particular outcomes in poker games or tournaments.
4. User Obligations and Conduct
By using the Site, you agree to comply with the following:
- Compliance with Local Laws: You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Site and any interactions with third-party services comply with the applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
- Prohibited Activities:
- You may not use the Site to promote or advertise illegal gambling services or any content that is unlawful, abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or discriminatory.
- You must not impersonate any person, including PokerListings staff or representatives, or misrepresent your affiliation with the Site.
- You must not disrupt the operation of the Site, distribute harmful software or viruses, or engage in activities that interfere with the proper functioning of the Site or linked third-party platforms.
- User-Generated Content:
- You are solely responsible for any content you post, submit, or share on the Site. Such content must not infringe upon the intellectual property or privacy rights of others or violate applicable laws.
- We reserve the right to moderate, remove, or edit any user-generated content that violates these Terms, and repeated violations may result in account suspension or termination.
- No Commercial Use:
- The Site is intended for personal, educational, and non-commercial use only. You may not use the Site for commercial purposes or to promote products, services, or gambling platforms without our prior written consent.
5. Prohibited Content
The following types of content are strictly prohibited on the Site:
- Material that is unlawful, defamatory, abusive, vulgar, obscene, or discriminatory.
- Content that infringes on the intellectual property or privacy rights of others.
- Any content that promotes unauthorized gambling platforms or gambling-related services in violation of applicable laws.
- Harmful or disruptive content, including malware, viruses, or any software intended to damage, interfere with, or limit the functionality of the Site.
6. Third-Party Links and Content
- No Endorsement: The Site may include links to third-party websites, platforms, or services solely for informational purposes. These links do not constitute an endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation with those external entities.
User Responsibility: You are responsible for verifying the security and legality of any third-party service you choose to access. PokerListings is not liable for any damages or losses arising from your interactions with external sites.
7. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PokerListings, its affiliates, employees, agents, and partners from any claims, damages, or liabilities (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of:
- Your use of the Site.
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your infringement of any rights of other users or third parties.
8. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided “as is” and without any warranties, either express or implied.
- No Warranty: We do not guarantee that the content on the Site is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. Use of the Site is entirely at your own risk.
- Limitation of Liability: In no event shall PokerListings be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or exemplary damages, including lost profits, goodwill, data loss, or other intangible losses, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
- Jurisdictional Limitations: Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability. In such cases, the above limitations may not apply to you.
9. Data Protection and Privacy
We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we collect, process, and store your personal data.
- By using the Site, you consent to the processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy.
10. Modifications to Terms
PokerListings reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.
- Updated Terms will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.
- Your continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
11. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials—is the property of PokerListings or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
- You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or otherwise exploit any portion of the Site without our prior written consent.
12. Additional Disclaimers
- Accuracy of Information: While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we do not guarantee that the content is free from errors or omissions. Users should independently verify any information before relying on it.
- Third-Party Content: Any references to third-party brands, products, or services are provided solely for informational purposes and do not constitute an endorsement by PokerListings.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions or require further clarification regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]