Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Fishing Arena ("the Service", "we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Fishing Arena. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Service

Fishing Arena is a sports blog and gaming forum platform that provides:

• Educational articles about fishing techniques and gaming strategies
• Tournament reviews and participant diaries
• Winner stories and game event coverage
• Interactive mini-games, including "Fish Race"
• FS (Fantasy Score / Funny Score / Fortune Sparks) points system
• Community forum and discussion features

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time without prior notice.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service. If you are under 18, you represent that you have obtained parental or guardian consent to use the Service.

3.2 Account Registration

To access certain features, you may be required to register for an account. When registering, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason we deem appropriate.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

4.1 Prohibited Activities

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Engage in cheating, hacking, or exploiting game mechanics
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Post false, misleading, or defamatory content
• Collect or harvest user information
• Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization

4.2 FS Points and Game Integrity

You agree not to:

• Manipulate, hack, or exploit the FS points system
• Use third-party tools to gain unfair advantages
• Attempt to transfer or sell FS points
• Create multiple accounts to exploit bonuses or rewards

Violation of these rules may result in immediate termination of your account and forfeiture of all FS points.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and code, is the property of Fishing Arena or its licensors and is protected by UK and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

• Access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes
• View and download content for personal use only

You may NOT:

• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices
• Reverse engineer or decompile our software

5.3 User-Generated Content

If you submit content to the Service (forum posts, comments, etc.), you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, and display that content in connection with the Service.

6. FS Points System

6.1 Nature of FS Points

FS (Fantasy Score / Funny Score / Fortune Sparks) points are in-game points that:

• Have no monetary value
• Cannot be exchanged for real money or goods
• Cannot be transferred between accounts
• Are subject to our rules and may be adjusted or reset
• Are stored locally on your device and on our servers

6.2 Earning FS Points

FS points are earned through:

• Playing our mini-games (e.g., "Fish Race")
• Completing challenges and achievements
• Participating in tournaments and events
• Engaging with educational content

6.3 FS Points Adjustments

We reserve the right to:

• Adjust, modify, or reset FS points for any reason
• Remove FS points obtained through cheating or exploitation
• Set limits on FS point accumulation
• Discontinue the FS points system at any time

7. Payment Terms (If Applicable)

If you purchase any paid services or subscriptions:

• All fees are stated in British Pounds (GBP)
• Payment must be made in advance
• All sales are final unless otherwise stated
• Refunds are subject to our refund policy
• We reserve the right to change pricing with notice

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• The Service is free of viruses or harmful components

8.2 Educational Content

While we strive for accuracy, our educational content is provided for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information on the Service.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by UK law, Fishing Arena and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Service

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or �100, whichever is greater.

8.4 UK Consumer Rights

Nothing in these Terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer under UK law, including the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Fishing Arena and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

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

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may stop using the Service at any time. You may also request account deletion by contacting us.

10.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, if you:

• Violate these Terms
• Engage in fraudulent or illegal activity
• Fail to pay required fees (if applicable)
• For any other reason we deem necessary

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Service will immediately cease
• All FS points and account data may be deleted
• Provisions that by their nature should survive will remain in effect

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

If you are a consumer resident in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may also bring proceedings in your local courts.

12. Dispute Resolution

If you have a complaint about our Service, please contact us first. We will attempt to resolve the matter amicably.

For UK consumers, you may also:

• Use the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform: ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr
• Contact the UK's Citizens Advice: citizensadvice.org.uk

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Terms on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Forum and Community Guidelines

15.1 Community Standards

Our forum is a space for respectful discussion and knowledge sharing. When participating in forum discussions, you agree to:

• Be respectful and courteous to other members
• Stay on topic and contribute meaningfully to discussions
• Use appropriate language and avoid offensive content
• Respect intellectual property rights
• Not spam or post repetitive content
• Not impersonate others or create fake accounts

15.2 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

• Moderate, edit, or remove any content posted on the forum
• Warn, suspend, or ban users who violate these guidelines
• Remove content that violates these Terms or applicable laws
• Take legal action against users who post illegal content

15.3 Prohibited Content

You may not post content that:

• Is illegal, defamatory, or violates any laws
• Contains hate speech, harassment, or threats
• Infringes intellectual property rights
• Contains spam, advertising, or promotional content (without permission)
• Contains malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Is sexually explicit or inappropriate
• Violates privacy rights of others

16. Refund and Cancellation Policy

16.1 Free Services

Most of our services are provided free of charge. There are no refunds for free services.

16.2 Paid Services (If Applicable)

If we offer paid services or subscriptions:

• Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting us
• Refunds: Refunds are provided in accordance with UK Consumer Rights Act 2015 and Distance Selling Regulations
• Cooling-off Period: You have 14 days from the date of purchase to cancel and receive a full refund (for digital content, this right may be waived if you consent to immediate delivery)
• Partial Refunds: For annual subscriptions, refunds will be calculated on a pro-rata basis
• Processing Time: Refunds will be processed within 14 business days

16.3 FS Points

FS points are provided free of charge and have no monetary value. No refunds are available for FS points, as they cannot be purchased.

17. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

• Natural disasters, fires, floods, or severe weather
• War, terrorism, or civil unrest
• Pandemics or public health emergencies
• Government actions or changes in law
• Internet or telecommunications failures
• Cyberattacks or security breaches
• Strikes or labor disputes
• Failure of third-party service providers

In the event of force majeure, we will use reasonable efforts to minimize the impact and resume normal operations as soon as possible.

18. Assignment and Transfer

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights or obligations hereunder without our prior written consent.

We may assign or transfer these Terms, in whole or in part, to:

• A subsidiary or affiliate
• An acquirer of our business or assets
• A successor in a merger or acquisition

In the event of such assignment, your rights and obligations under these Terms will continue to apply.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Fishing Arena regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

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

20. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Fishing Arena.

21. Notices

All notices and communications under these Terms must be in writing and will be deemed to have been given:

• When delivered personally
• When sent by registered mail or courier
• When sent by email (to the email address on file)
• When posted on our website (for general notices)

Notices to us should be sent to:

Fishing Arena
12 Thames Quay
London, E14 9RT
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]

22. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Terms on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (for significant changes)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Version History:

• Version 1.0 - November 2025: Initial Terms of Service

23. Contact Information

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