Last Updated: January 20, 2025
By accessing or using Bad at Chess ("we," "our," or "us"), you ("user" or "you") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our website, services, or any related content.
You must be at least 13 years old to use our website. By using our services, you confirm that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement. If you are using our services on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised Terms on our website. Your continued use of the website or services after the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Bad at Chess provides tools, educational resources, and training materials related to chess. We may, at our sole discretion, modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our services without liability. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of our services and disclaim any liability for technical issues that may arise.
5.1 Account Creation: When you create an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You also agree to promptly update your account details if they change.
5.2 Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. You are solely liable for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach.
5.3 Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we believe, in our sole discretion, that you are in violation of these Terms or have engaged in any fraudulent or illegal activity.
Some features of our services may require payment. If you choose to use such paid features, you agree to pay all applicable fees as described on our website. We may change our pricing structure at any time, and we will make reasonable efforts to inform you of such changes.
7.1 Ownership: All content, including text, graphics, images, software, and other materials, is the property of Bad at Chess or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit any of our content without our express written permission.
7.2 Trademarks: Any logos, product names, or service names displayed on our website are trademarks of their respective owners and may not be used without permission.
7.3 User-Generated Content: If you post or upload any content to our website (such as forum posts or strategy tips), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and create derivative works from that content.
You agree not to engage in the following activities:
We reserve the right to investigate and take legal action in response to violations of this section.
9.1 As Is: Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation, availability, accuracy, or reliability of our services.
9.2 No Guarantee of Results: Any strategies, tips, or training provided by Bad at Chess are intended for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee improved chess performance or specific results.
9.3 No Professional Advice: Information provided by Bad at Chess is not intended to replace professional advice. Always seek professional guidance for specialized matters.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bad at Chess, its affiliates, and their respective directors, officers, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of our website or services. This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Bad at Chess and its affiliates from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of our services, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other right of any person or entity.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You acknowledge and agree that Bad at Chess shall not be liable for any damage or loss related to the use of such external sites or resources.
We may terminate or suspend your access to our website or services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use our services will cease immediately.
14.1 Arbitration: Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the use of our services shall be resolved by binding arbitration in the state of California, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Each party shall bear its own costs and attorneys' fees, unless otherwise awarded by the arbitrator.
14.2 Class Action Waiver: By using our website, you agree that any arbitration shall be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class, consolidated, or representative action. You expressly waive your right to participate in a class action lawsuit.
14.3 Injunctive Relief: Nothing in these Terms prevents us from seeking injunctive or other equitable relief in any jurisdiction when necessary to protect our interests.
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and such provision shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary to make it enforceable.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bad at Chess regarding your use of our website and services. Any failure by us to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not operate as a waiver of such right or provision.
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights or obligations herein without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at our discretion without restriction.
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us: badatchess.com/contact.