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Terms and Conditions

Legal agreement governing your use of FanTrade

Last Updated: August 28, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to FanTrade ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the FanTrade website and web application (the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

FanTrade is a free fantasy stock trading game that allows users to:

  • Create virtual stock portfolios using real NYSE stock data
  • Compete with other users in leagues and global leaderboards
  • Track portfolio performance based on real-time stock price movements
  • Create private leagues or join public competitions

Important: FanTrade is a game for entertainment purposes only. No real money is involved, no actual securities are purchased or sold, and no real financial gains or losses occur through gameplay.

3. Eligibility

To use FanTrade, you must:

  • Be at least 13 years of age
  • Have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
  • Provide accurate information during registration
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

4. Account Registration and Security

4.1 Account Creation

You may register for an account using:

  • Google account authentication
  • Email address and password

4.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • Ensuring your account information remains current and accurate

4.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in prohibited conduct.

5. Game Rules and Conduct

5.1 Fair Play

Users must:

  • Play fairly and honestly
  • Not use automated systems, bots, or scripts
  • Not exploit bugs or glitches in the system
  • Not share accounts with other users

5.2 Prohibited Activities

You may not:

  • Use the Service for any commercial purposes
  • Attempt to manipulate game results or rankings
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Upload malicious content or viruses
  • Reverse engineer or attempt to access our source code
  • Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws

5.3 Leagues and Competition

  • Users may create private leagues and invite others via email
  • Public leagues are open to all registered users
  • League creators may establish additional rules for their leagues
  • We reserve the right to remove inappropriate league content

6. Privacy and Data Protection

6.1 Information Collection

We collect:

  • Account information (email, name from Google/manual registration)
  • Game activity and portfolio selections
  • Email addresses for league invitations (when provided)
  • Usage analytics and technical data

6.2 Information Use

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve the Service
  • Enable league functionality and invitations
  • Display leaderboards and rankings
  • Communicate important updates
  • Ensure fair play and security

6.3 Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data:

  • In aggregated, anonymized form for analytics
  • With service providers who assist in operating our platform
  • When required by law or to protect our rights
  • In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

6.4 Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request account deletion by contacting us.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Rights

FanTrade, including all content, features, and functionality, is owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 User Content

By using our Service, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute any content you submit (such as team names or league names) in connection with the Service.

7.3 Third-Party Data

Stock data is provided by third-party sources. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of this data.

8. Financial Disclaimers

8.1 No Financial Advice

FanTrade is a game for entertainment only. Nothing on our platform constitutes:

  • Investment advice or recommendations
  • Financial planning guidance
  • Analysis of securities or markets for investment purposes

8.2 No Real Trading

  • No actual securities are bought or sold
  • No real money changes hands
  • Game performance does not reflect real trading abilities
  • Past game performance does not predict future results

8.3 Educational Purpose

While users may learn about stock symbols and market movements, FanTrade should not be used as the basis for real investment decisions.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain service availability but do not guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted access to the Service
  • Error-free operation
  • Compatibility with all devices or browsers
  • Real-time accuracy of stock data

9.2 Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, OR DATA, ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED $100 OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO USE THE SERVICE (WHICH IS $0), WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless FanTrade, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any content you submit to the Service

11. International Users

While FanTrade focuses on NYSE stocks and is US-based, international users are welcome. However:

  • You are responsible for compliance with your local laws
  • Some features may not be available in all jurisdictions
  • Data protection rights may vary by location

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do:

  • We will post the updated Terms on our website
  • We will update the "Last Updated" date
  • Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the new Terms
  • For material changes, we may provide additional notice

13. Contact Information

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

  • Email: info@playfantrade.com

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association's rules, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property violations.

14.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or legal proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between you and FanTrade individually. You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitrations.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and FanTrade regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

By using FanTrade, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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