64SEVEN USER AGREEMENT

Effective Date: March 10, 2025

INTRODUCTION

This User Agreement ('Agreement') is a legally binding contract between you ('User,' 'you,' or 'your') and 64seven LLC ('64seven,' 'Company,' 'we,' 'us,' or 'our') regarding your use of the 64seven fantasy chess platform and services available through our website and related applications (collectively, the 'Service').

BY REGISTERING FOR AN ACCOUNT, ACCESSING, OR USING THE SERVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, DO NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICE.

1. SERVICE DESCRIPTION

64seven provides a fantasy chess platform where Users can:

  • Select real chess players participating in tournaments;
  • Pay to participate in fantasy competitions;
  • Compete against other Users for prize pools funded by participant entry fees;
  • Track performance and standings based on the real-world performance of selected chess players.

2. ELIGIBILITY

2.1 Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years of age or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher, to use the Service.

2.2 Jurisdiction: You must not access or use the Service if you are located in a jurisdiction where participation in fantasy sports competitions with monetary prizes is prohibited or restricted by law.

2.3 Account Holders: You may create and maintain only one account. The account holder must be the same person who participates in the Service.

3. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION

3.1 Account Information: You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and keep your account information updated. This may include your name, email, and payment details as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

3.2 Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

3.3 Prohibited Conduct: You may not share your account, allow others to access your account, or transfer your account to another person.

4. PAYMENT AND FEES

4.1 Entry Fees: Users must pay the designated entry fee to participate in fantasy competitions.

4.2 Payment Methods: We accept payment through authorized payment processors.

4.3 No Refunds: All entry fees are final and non-refundable once a competition has commenced, except as required by applicable law.

4.4 Prize Distribution: Prizes will be distributed according to the specific rules of each competition, as described prior to entry. Your participation and performance data may be visible to other league participants.

4.5 Processing Fees: We may charge reasonable processing fees for deposits and withdrawals, which will be clearly disclosed before you complete such transactions.

4.6 Taxes: You are solely responsible for any taxes on prizes or winnings.

5. FANTASY COMPETITIONS

5.1 Competition Rules: Each fantasy competition will have specific rules, scoring systems, and prize structures that will be published on the Service prior to entry.

5.2 Player Selection: Users select chess players according to the rules of each competition, subject to any selection constraints (e.g., salary caps, player limits).

5.3 Scoring: Scoring is based on the real-world performance of selected chess players in designated tournaments.

5.4 Results Finality: Final tournament results, as determined by the official tournament organizers, will be used for scoring purposes.

5.5 Modifications: 64seven reserves the right to modify competition structures due to changes in the underlying chess tournaments (e.g., player withdrawals, tournament cancellations).

6. CONDUCT POLICIES

6.1 Fair Play: Users must compete honestly and independently.

6.2 Prohibited Activities: The following activities are strictly prohibited:

  • Collusion with other Users;
  • Use of automated systems or bots to make selections;
  • Multiple accounts operated by the same person;
  • Use of insider information not publicly available;
  • Any attempt to manipulate, interfere with, or abuse the Service.

6.3 Penalties: Violations may result in disqualification from competitions, forfeiture of prizes, account suspension, or permanent ban from the Service.

6.4 Identity Verification: We may require proof of identity (e.g., ID, address) at any time; failure to provide it within 7 days may result in suspension or termination.

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

7.1 Ownership: All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, and software, are owned by 64seven LLC or its licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes.

7.3 Restrictions: You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service without our prior written consent.

8. PRIVACY

8.1 Privacy Policy: Our Privacy Policy, incorporated by reference into this Agreement, explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

9. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

9.1 Service Provided 'As Is': The Service is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

9.2 No Guarantees: We do not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted, or secure access to the Service.

9.3 Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, 64seven LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Service.

9.4 Maximum Liability: In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims exceed the amount you paid to us during the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the liability.

9.5 Force Majeure: We are not liable for failures due to events beyond our control, such as natural disasters or third-party disruptions.

10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

10.1 Informal Resolution: Prior to filing any legal action, you agree to attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us.

10.2 Arbitration: Any dispute arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Illinois under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), conducted by a neutral arbitrator.

10.3 Class Action Waiver: You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

11. TERM AND TERMINATION

11.1 Term: This Agreement remains in effect until terminated by either party.

11.2 Termination by User: You may terminate this Agreement at any time by closing your account and discontinuing use of the Service.

11.3 Termination by 64seven: We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, and without prior notice.

11.4 Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your right to access and use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of this Agreement that by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

12. CHANGES TO THE AGREEMENT

12.1 Modifications: We may modify this Agreement at any time by posting the revised version on the Service.

12.2 Notice: We will provide notice of material changes through the Service or via email.

12.3 Continued Use: Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the modified Agreement.

13. GENERAL PROVISIONS

13.1 Entire Agreement: This Agreement, together with the Privacy Policy and any additional terms incorporated by reference, constitutes the entire agreement between you and 64seven LLC regarding the Service.

13.2 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.3 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

13.4 No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of this Agreement will not be considered a waiver of such right or provision.

13.5 Assignment: You may not assign this Agreement without our prior written consent, but we may assign this Agreement without restriction.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions about this Agreement, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]