Terms of Service
"Legal terms and conditions for using UK Casino Authority services"
âī¸ Legal Agreement
Effective Date: December 2024
Last Updated: December 2024
By accessing or using UK Casino Authority website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website.
đ Contents
- 1. Acceptance of Terms
- 2. Age Restrictions & Gambling Content
- 3. Permitted Use of Website
- 4. Prohibited Conduct
- 5. Content Disclaimer
- 6. Third-Party Casino Links
- 7. Intellectual Property Rights
- 8. User-Generated Content
- 9. Liability Limitations
- 10. User Indemnification
- 11. Account Termination
- 12. Terms Modifications
- 13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
- 14. Legal Contact Information
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legal agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and UK Casino Authority ("we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our website and services.
đ What Constitutes Acceptance
- Website Access: Visiting any page on our website
- Age Verification: Clicking "I am 18+ Years Old"
- Form Submission: Using our contact forms or services
- Content Consumption: Reading our casino online reviews
- Link Clicking: Following links to featured casino operators
2. Age Restrictions & Gambling Content
đ Strict Age Requirements
You MUST be at least 18 years old to use this website.
Legal Obligations:
- UK Law Compliance: We operate under UK Gambling Commission regulations
- Age Verification: Required by law for gambling-related content
- Parental Responsibility: Parents must prevent minors from accessing this site
- False Information: Providing false age information is prohibited
Consequences of Underage Use:
- Immediate termination of access
- Reporting to relevant authorities if required
- Legal action for persistent violations
3. Permitted Use of Website
â Authorized Activities
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:
đ Content Reading
Access and read our casino online United Kingdom reviews and gambling information for personal, non-commercial use.
đ Link Navigation
Follow links to featured casino online operators for your own gambling activities.
đŦ Communication
Contact us through official channels for legitimate inquiries and feedback.
đą Social Sharing
Share our content through appropriate social media channels with proper attribution.
4. Prohibited Conduct
đĢ Strictly Forbidden Activities
âī¸ Legal Violations
- Using the site while under 18 years old
- Circumventing age verification systems
- Violating gambling laws in your jurisdiction
- Engaging in money laundering activities
đ Security Breaches
- Attempting to hack or breach security
- Accessing unauthorized areas of the site
- Interfering with site functionality
- Distributing malware or viruses
đ Content Misuse
- Copying or redistributing our content
- Creating competing websites using our content
- Scraping data without permission
- Removing copyright or attribution notices
đ¸ Commercial Abuse
- Operating competing casino review services
- Affiliate link manipulation or fraud
- Impersonating UK Casino Authority
- Unauthorized commercial use of our brand
5. Content Disclaimer
â ī¸ Important Disclaimers
đ Information Accuracy
While we strive for accuracy in our casino online reviews:
- Information is provided "as is" without warranties
- Casino offers and terms may change without notice
- Users must verify current terms with operators
- We are not responsible for outdated information
đ° Gambling Risk Warnings
- Financial Risk: Gambling involves real money losses
- Addiction Risk: Gambling can become addictive
- No Guarantees: We don't guarantee gambling outcomes
- Personal Responsibility: All gambling decisions are yours alone
6. Third-Party Casino Links
Our website contains links to licensed casino online United Kingdom operators. Important information about these links:
đ Link Policy
- All casino operators are UKGC licensed
- We may receive affiliate commissions
- Links are clearly marked as external
- Regular verification of operator licenses
â ī¸ Our Non-Liability
- We don't control third-party websites
- Not responsible for casino operator actions
- Disputes must be resolved with operators
- No liability for gambling losses
â Your Responsibility
- Verify operator terms and conditions
- Ensure legal gambling in your jurisdiction
- Read all terms before depositing
- Gamble responsibly within your means
7. Intellectual Property Rights
ÂŠī¸ Our Intellectual Property
All content on UK Casino Authority is protected by intellectual property laws:
đ Written Content
- Casino reviews and ratings
- Gambling guides and articles
- Website copy and descriptions
- Terms and policy documents
đ¨ Design Elements
- Website layout and design
- Graphics and visual elements
- Logos and brand materials
- Color schemes and typography
âī¸ Technical Assets
- Website code and functionality
- Database structures
- Custom scripts and features
- API integrations
đˇī¸ Trademarks
- "UK Casino Authority" name
- Associated logos and marks
- Domain names and URLs
- Service descriptions
âī¸ Usage Rights and Restrictions
- Limited License: Personal, non-commercial use only
- Attribution Required: Credit must be given for any permitted use
- No Derivatives: Creating modified versions is prohibited
- Commercial Prohibition: No commercial use without written permission
8. User-Generated Content
đŦ Content You Submit
When you contact us or submit content through our website:
đ Your Responsibilities
- Accuracy: Information must be truthful and accurate
- Legality: Content must comply with all applicable laws
- Respect: No defamatory, abusive, or harassing content
- Privacy: Don't share others' private information
- Ownership: Only submit content you own or have rights to
âī¸ License Grant
By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and modify your content for our legitimate business purposes.
9. Liability Limitations
â ī¸ Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
đĢ Excluded Damages
- Gambling Losses: Any losses from gambling activities
- Financial Damages: Direct or indirect financial losses
- Opportunity Costs: Lost profits or business opportunities
- Consequential Damages: Any indirect or consequential damages
- Third-Party Actions: Actions by casino operators or other third parties
đ° Damage Cap
Our total liability to you for any claims shall not exceed ÂŖ100 (one hundred pounds sterling) or the amount you paid us in the preceding 12 months, whichever is lower.
10. User Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless UK Casino Authority from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Terms Violation: Your violation of these Terms of Service
- Illegal Activity: Your illegal use of our website or services
- Content Submission: Content you submit that violates rights of others
- Third-Party Claims: Claims arising from your gambling activities
- Negligent Actions: Your negligent or wrongful conduct
11. Account Termination
đ Termination Rights
âī¸ Our Termination Rights
- Immediate termination for terms violations
- Suspension for suspicious activity
- Permanent bans for repeated violations
- Legal action for serious breaches
â Your Termination Rights
- Stop using our website at any time
- Request data deletion (subject to legal requirements)
- Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
- No penalties for voluntary termination
12. Terms Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time:
đ Modification Process
- Notice: We'll update the "Last Modified" date
- Significant Changes: Prominent notice on website for 30 days
- Continued Use: Using the site after changes constitutes acceptance
- Disagreement: If you disagree, you must stop using our services
- Historical Versions: Previous versions available upon request
13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
âī¸ Legal Jurisdiction
đ Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.
đī¸ Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
đ International Users
By using our website from outside the UK, you consent to the application of UK law and jurisdiction, regardless of your location.
âī¸ Alternative Dispute Resolution
Before pursuing formal legal action, parties agree to attempt good-faith negotiation and mediation where appropriate.
14. Legal Contact Information
đŦ Legal Notices & Correspondence
âī¸ Legal Matters
For: Terms violations, copyright issues, legal notices
Method: Contact Form
Subject: Mark as "Legal Matter"
đ Terms Questions
For: Terms clarification, usage rights, permissions
Response Time: Within 5 business days
Language: English only
đ Intellectual Property
For: Copyright claims, trademark disputes
Requirements: Detailed description, evidence
Process: DMCA-compliant procedures
đ Emergency Legal
For: Urgent legal matters, court orders
Note: Standard contact form for non-emergency
Response: Priority handling for verified legal requests
âī¸ Legal Commitment
UK Casino Authority operates with full respect for legal obligations and user rights. These Terms of Service are designed to protect both our users and our business while ensuring compliance with UK gambling and data protection regulations.
Remember: Gambling can be harmful if not controlled. All featured casino online operators are licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. Please gamble responsibly.