Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction
Welcome to nzopengolf.com. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website operated by NZ Open Golf and its related services, features, and content (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should not access or use the Service.

2. Definitions
– “Service” refers to the nzopengolf.com website and any associated features, content, or services made available through it.
– “User” refers to any person who accesses or uses the Service.
– “Content” includes all text, graphics, images, video, audio, software, code, and any other material provided through the Service.
– “Account” means a registered profile created by a User, where applicable, to access certain features of the Service.

3. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using nzopengolf.com, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. These Terms form a legally binding agreement between you and NZ Open Golf.

4. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms from time to time without prior notice. All changes will be effective upon posting on nzopengolf.com. Your continued use of the Service after any updates to the Terms indicates your acceptance of those changes. We encourage you to review the Terms periodically.

5. Use of Services
Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old or meet the legal age in your jurisdiction to use the Service.
Account: Some parts of the Service may require you to create an Account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your Account credentials and ensuring all information provided is accurate and current.
Prohibited Activities: You agree not to use the Service for any illegal, unauthorized, or otherwise improper purposes, including but not limited to:
– Posting false or misleading information
– Impersonating another person or entity
– Accessing or attempting to access other users’ accounts
– Interfering with or disrupting the functionality of the Service
– Uploading viruses or malicious code

6. Intellectual Property
All Content provided on or through nzopengolf.com, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, audio, video, software, and trademarks, is owned by or licensed to NZ Open Golf and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not use, copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify any Content without prior written consent.

7. User-Generated Content
If you submit or post any content to nzopengolf.com, including comments, photos, videos, or other material (“User Content”), you grant NZ Open Golf a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and display such User Content in connection with the Service.
You are solely responsible for the User Content you submit, and you represent that you have all necessary rights to post such content and that it does not violate any law or third-party rights. We reserve the right to remove or modify any User Content at our discretion.

8. Privacy Policy
Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described therein.

9. Third-Party Services
The Service may contain links to or integrations with third-party websites, products, or services not owned or operated by NZ Open Golf. We are not responsible for the content or practices of any such third parties. Your use of any third-party service is at your own risk and subject to the terms and privacy policies of those providers.

10. Disclaimers and Liability
The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. NZ Open Golf makes no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or availability of the Service or Content.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, NZ Open Golf disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your access to or use of the Service.

11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NZ Open Golf, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.

12. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to all or part of the Service at any time, for any reason, and without notice. You may also terminate your use of the Service at any time by discontinuing your access.

13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in New Zealand for any disputes arising out of or relating to your use of the Service.

14. Miscellaneous
Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and NZ Open Golf with respect to your use of the Service and supersede any prior or contemporaneous communications.
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision under these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of such right or provision.

15. Contact Info
For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].