1. Introduction and Company Information
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of The Competition App mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service") operated by The Competition Group Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales (Company Number: 15517123), with its registered office at 20 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU ("we", "us", "our", or "the Company").
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
2.1 Aggregation Service Only
The Service is an information aggregation platform only. We collect and display publicly available information about prize draws, competitions, and sweepstakes ("Competitions") operated by third-party websites and organisations.
2.2 Important Disclaimers
WE DO NOT:
- Operate, run, manage, or administer any Competitions displayed on the Service
- Have any ownership, control, or affiliation with any Competition operators
- Sell tickets or entries to any Competitions
- Guarantee, endorse, recommend, or promote any Competitions
- Verify the legitimacy, legality, or authenticity of any Competitions
- Process payments or handle any transactions related to Competitions
- Have any involvement in the selection of winners or distribution of prizes
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.
2.3 Publicly Available Information
All Competition information displayed on the Service is sourced from publicly available websites. We act solely as an aggregator of this publicly available information. We make no representations about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information displayed.
3. User Eligibility and Accounts
3.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years of age to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old.
3.2 Account Registration
When creating an account, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
- Maintain the security and confidentiality of your login credentials
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account
3.3 Account Restrictions
We reserve the right to suspend, terminate, or refuse to provide the Service to anyone for any reason at our sole discretion.
4. User Responsibilities and Conduct
4.1 Your Decisions
You acknowledge and agree that:
- Any decision to enter any Competition is made entirely at your own risk
- You are solely responsible for researching and verifying any Competition before participating
- You are responsible for ensuring your eligibility to enter any Competition
- You are responsible for complying with the terms and conditions of any Competition you enter
- You are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable laws regarding Competitions in your jurisdiction
4.2 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems or networks
- Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
- Use automated systems, bots, or scrapers to access the Service without permission
- Collect or harvest user data without consent
- Transmit any malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Impersonate any person or entity
- Use the Service in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Our Rights
All content, features, functionality, trademarks, logos, and intellectual property of the Service (excluding third-party Competition content) are owned by The Competition Group Ltd and are protected by United Kingdom and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
5.2 Limited Licence
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
5.3 Third-Party Content
Competition information, images, logos, and other content relating to Competitions belong to their respective owners. We do not claim ownership of any third-party content.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
6.1 "As Is" Basis
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY.
6.2 Specific Disclaimers
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Accuracy: We do not warrant that Competition information is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free
- Legitimacy: We do not warrant that any Competition is legitimate, legal, or will be honoured
- Availability: We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
- Fitness: We do not warrant that the Service will meet your specific requirements or expectations
- Third Parties: We do not warrant the conduct, products, or services of any Competition operators or third parties
6.3 No Endorsement
The display of any Competition on the Service does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee of that Competition. ALL PARTICIPATION IN COMPETITIONS IS ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1 Exclusion of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE COMPETITION GROUP LTD, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, PARTNERS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages
- Any loss of profits, revenue, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses
- Any damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Service
- Any damages arising from any Competitions, including but not limited to:
- Fraudulent or illegitimate Competitions
- Failure of Competition operators to deliver prizes
- Disputes with Competition operators
- Financial losses from entering Competitions
- Any personal injury or property damage
- Any damages arising from unauthorised access to your account or data
- Any damages arising from third-party conduct, products, or services
7.2 Maximum Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR TEN POUNDS STERLING (£10), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.
7.3 Essential Purpose
You acknowledge that the limitations of liability in this section are essential elements of the agreement between you and us, and that we would not provide the Service without these limitations.
7.4 Jurisdictional Limitations
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations on liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless The Competition Group Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of any third party
- Your participation in any Competition
- Any dispute between you and any Competition operator
- Any content you submit to the Service
9. Third-Party Websites and Services
9.1 External Links
The Service contains links to third-party websites and services, including Competition operator websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, terms of service, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
9.2 Your Risk
You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with your use of or reliance on any content, goods, or services available on or through any third-party websites or services.
10. Modifications to Service and Terms
10.1 Service Changes
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice, and without liability to you.
10.2 Terms Changes
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Service with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
11. Termination
11.1 By You
You may stop using the Service and close your account at any time.
11.2 By Us
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, for any reason, without notice or liability to you.
11.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to: intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
12.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.
12.2 Jurisdiction
Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
12.3 Waiver of Class Actions
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.
13. General Provisions
13.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
13.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
13.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
13.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
13.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance resulting from causes beyond our reasonable control.
14. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms or the Service, please contact us at:
The Competition Group Ltd
20 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU
Email: legal@competitiongroup.co.uk
Company Registration: 15517123 (England and Wales)