Terms and Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to the UK Armed Forces Chess Association (UKAFCA) website, located at armedforceschess.com (the "Website"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using the Website.

About UKAFCA

The UK Armed Forces Chess Association (UKAFCA) is a community-driven platform dedicated to promoting chess activities among members of the UK Armed Forces. UKAFCA is an independent organization and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

Use of the Website

1. Eligibility
   This Website is intended for individuals aged 13 years or older. By using the Website, you represent that you meet this requirement.

2. Permitted Use
   You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. Any unauthorized use may result in the termination of your access.

3. Prohibited Activities
   You must not:

   • Violate applicable laws or regulations.

   • Interfere with the Website's functionality or security.

   • Submit false or misleading information.

   • Engage in data mining, scraping, or similar activities without explicit permission.

Content

1. User-Generated Content
   Users may submit content such as forum posts, comments, or chess-related resources. By submitting content, you grant UKAFCA a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, display, modify, or distribute the content for Website-related purposes.

2. Prohibited Content
   Users are prohibited from submitting content that:

   • Is defamatory, offensive, or discriminatory.

   • Violates intellectual property rights.

   • Contains malicious software or links.

3. Website Content
   All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of UKAFCA or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use the content without prior permission.

Disclaimers

1. No Official Affiliation with MOD
   UKAFCA is not an official UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) website. The content and views expressed on the Website are those of UKAFCA and its contributors and do not represent official MOD policies or positions.

2. Chess Information
   The chess resources, events, and activities listed on the Website are provided for general information purposes only. UKAFCA does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information.

3. No Warranty
   The Website is provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. UKAFCA does not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or secure.

Limitation of Liability

UKAFCA, its affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the Website. This includes, but is not limited to, damages caused by errors, omissions, interruptions, or security breaches.

Third-Party Links

The Website may include links to third-party websites for your convenience. UKAFCA does not endorse or accept responsibility for the content or practices of these external sites.

Privacy and Data Protection

UKAFCA values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how your information is collected, used, and safeguarded.

Changes to the Terms

UKAFCA reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Continued use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.