Terms of Use and Disclaimer

1. For Entertainment Purposes Only

Squares Kingdom is strictly a utility tool for entertainment purposes. We provide a digital interface to manage "football squares" grids.

• No Gambling: This Site is not a gambling platform. We do not accept, process, or distribute funds, wagers, or prizes of any kind.
• No Monetary Value: The "squares" claimed on this Site have no monetary value within the Squares Kingdom platform.

2. Strict Prohibition on Gambling & Financial Transactions

You agree that you will not use Squares Kingdom to facilitate illegal gambling, bookmaking, or money laundering.

• No Exchange of Funds: Squares Kingdom does not provide any mechanism to exchange funds. Any exchange of money, goods, or assets between participants is done strictly off-site and at the users' own risk and discretion.
• Site Neutrality: Squares Kingdom does not condone, encourage, or support the exchange of funds based on the outcome of the grids hosted on our Site.
• Right to Terminate: We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to remove any board, ban any user, or terminate any account if we suspect the Site is being used to facilitate illegal gambling or if the board description explicitly solicits illegal wagers.
• Detection & Enforcement: If we detect board descriptions containing language such as "buy-in," "$10 per square," "prize pool," or similar references to monetary exchange, we may immediately remove the board and terminate associated accounts.

User Compliance:

By using this Site, you represent and warrant that:

• You will not use Squares Kingdom in any jurisdiction where such use would violate local gambling laws.
• You understand that organizing gambling pools may be illegal in your jurisdiction.
• You are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws.

3. Limitation of Liability Regarding "Side Bets"

You acknowledge that Squares Kingdom is not a party to any agreement, wager, or pool between you and other users.

• No Liability for Loss: Squares Kingdom is not responsible or liable for any loss of funds, disputes over payouts, or unfulfilled promises between participants.
• User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of this Site complies with the local laws and regulations of your jurisdiction.

4. Intellectual Property & Affiliation Disclaimer

All content, design, and code on Squares Kingdom are the property of Squares Kingdom.

NON-AFFILIATION NOTICE:

Squares Kingdom is an independent entity. We are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with:

• The National Football League (NFL).
• The Kansas City Chiefs.
• Or any other professional sports league or team.

Any team names or references used on the Site are for descriptive purposes only to identify the sporting events associated with the grid.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We do not warrant that the random number generation or score updates will be error-free or uninterrupted. As a software tool, glitches may occur; we are not liable for any "ruined games" resulting from technical downtime or data errors.

6. Free Service and Future Paid Features

Current Free Access:

Squares Kingdom is currently provided free of charge. You can create boards, invite unlimited participants, generate random numbers, and access all core features without payment.

Future Paid Features:

We reserve the right to introduce paid features, premium tiers, or subscription plans in the future. If we do so:

• Core Features Will Remain Free: The fundamental functionality of creating and playing squares games will continue to be available at no cost.
• Advance Notice: We will provide reasonable notice before implementing any paid features or subscription plans.
• Optional Premium Features: Paid features will be optional enhancements and will not be required to use the basic service.
• Grandfathering: Existing users may be eligible for special pricing or continued access to certain features, at our sole discretion.
• Clear Pricing: Any paid features will have clear, transparent pricing displayed before purchase.

Payment Processing:

If paid features are introduced, payments will be processed by secure third-party payment processors. We will update this Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy to reflect any payment processing practices.

No Current Obligation:

You have no payment obligation for using Squares Kingdom at this time. By continuing to use the Site after the introduction of paid features, you agree to the pricing and terms associated with those features if you choose to use them.

7. Privacy & Data Collection

By using Squares Kingdom, you acknowledge and agree to our collection and use of personal information:

Information We Collect:

• Account information (email, name, initials) for authentication and communication.
• Board participation data (squares claimed, game results).
• Feedback submissions.
• Usage data via Google Analytics for improving our service.

Email Communications:

We may send you service-related emails including:

• Board status notifications (when numbers are ready to generate).
• Game completion notices.

Only users with verified email addresses will receive notifications.

Third-Party Services:

We use the following third-party services:

• Convex (backend infrastructure and data storage).
• Resend (email delivery service).
• Google Analytics (website analytics and tracking).

Cookies:

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies, including Google Analytics cookies, to analyze site usage and improve user experience.

For detailed information about how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

8. Board Share Codes & Public Access

Public Nature of Boards:

All boards created on Squares Kingdom are PUBLIC and accessible to anyone who has the board's share code.

By creating a board, you acknowledge and accept that:

• Any person with your board's share code can view all board information, including the board name, team names, notes, participants, and game results.
• You are solely responsible for controlling who receives your board's share code.
• Share codes cannot be changed once created.
• We cannot prevent unauthorized access if you share your code publicly (social media, group chats, etc.).

Security Best Practices:

• Only share your board code with intended participants.
• Understand that anyone in a group chat can see and share the code further.
• Do not include sensitive personal information in board names or notes.
• Be aware that all participants can see who else has claimed squares.

No Privacy Expectation:

You should have no expectation of privacy regarding board content. All information entered on a board (including your name/initials) is visible to anyone with the share code.

9. User Accounts & Data Rights

Account Creation:

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

Data Access & Deletion:

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your account and associated data.
• Export your data.

To exercise these rights, contact us at squareskingdom@gmail.com

Account Termination:

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our discretion if you violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.

10. User-Generated Content

Content You Create:

Users may create board names, team names, and notes. You retain ownership of your content but grant Squares Kingdom a non-exclusive, worldwide license to display and store this content as necessary to provide the service.

Content Standards:

You agree not to create or share content that is:

• Illegal, offensive, defamatory, or obscene.
• Infringes on intellectual property rights.
• Contains personal information of others without consent.
• Promotes illegal gambling or solicits wagers.

Content Moderation:

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms without prior notice.

11. Age Requirements

Minimum Age:

You must be at least 13 years of age to create an account and use Squares Kingdom.

By using this Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old. If we discover that a user under 13 has created an account, we will immediately terminate that account and delete all associated personal information.

Parental Supervision:

If you are between 13 and 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction), you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use this service.

12. Modifications to Terms and Service

Changes to Terms:

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Service Modifications:

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the service at any time without prior notice. We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the service.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Squares Kingdom, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your use of the Site.
• Any illegal gambling activities you organize using our platform.
• Content you create or share on the Site.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Venue:

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Kansas.

Limitation Period:

Any claim or cause of action arising from or related to these Terms or the Site must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause arose, or be forever barred.

15. Feedback & User Submissions

Feedback Feature:

Squares Kingdom provides a feedback mechanism for users to report bugs, suggest features, or provide general feedback.

Ownership & License:

By submitting feedback, suggestions, or other communications to us, you agree that:

• We may use your feedback without restriction or compensation to you.
• Your feedback becomes our sole property.
• We may incorporate your ideas into Squares Kingdom or future products without attribution or payment.
• Your feedback is non-confidential and non-proprietary.

Feedback Content:

Feedback submissions are limited to 1,000 characters and are subject to the same content standards outlined in Section 10 (User-Generated Content). We reserve the right to review, edit, or delete any feedback at our discretion.

Admin Access:

Authorized administrators may view all feedback submissions, including your name and email address, to respond to issues or improve our service.

16. Software Updates

We may periodically update the Site to add features, fix bugs, or improve performance. You may be required to refresh your browser to access the latest version. Failure to use the most current version may result in limited functionality.

17. Communications

By creating an account with a verified email address, you consent to receive:

• Transactional emails (board notifications, game updates).
• Service announcements.

You can manage your email preferences or opt out of non-essential communications by contacting squareskingdom@gmail.com

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect the remaining provisions of these Terms.

The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable while preserving its original intent. If such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these Terms, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

19. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: squareskingdom@gmail.com