Legalities

Legal Status of Fantasy Sports in India

Fantasy sports are considered skill-based games, distinct from games of chance, and are therefore not classified as gambling. In India, skill-based games are typically exempt from the Public Gambling Act of 1867, making fantasy sports legal in most states. However, certain states may impose restrictions on participation in fantasy sports contests.

Jurisdictional Restrictions

• Restricted States: Due to local legislation, residents of specific states, including but not limited to Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Odisha, Telangana, Nagaland, and Sikkim, may be ineligible to participate in paid contests. Residents of these states are only permitted to join free-to-play contests.
• Compliance with Local Laws: You are responsible for ensuring that your participation complies with the laws of your specific state or region. By using our platform, you confirm that you are not located in a restricted jurisdiction and that your participation is legally permissible.

Age Requirement

Participation in any contest on our platform is limited to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. By registering and engaging in our contests, you confirm that you meet this age requirement. We reserve the right to verify your age and suspend or terminate your account if you are found to be underage.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content, including text, images, logos, graphics, and software available on our platform, is owned by us or our licensors and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of our content without written permission is strictly prohibited.

Liability and Indemnity

• Limitation of Liability: We are not responsible for any damages, including direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, arising from your use of our platform or participation in contests. This includes loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.
• Indemnification: You agree to indemnify and hold harmless our platform, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from your use of the platform, breach of these terms, or violation of any third-party rights.

Dispute Resolution

• Governing Law: These terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflict of laws principles.
• Jurisdiction: Any legal actions related to these terms shall be exclusively brought in the courts of India, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.
• Arbitration: In the event of a dispute, the parties agree to attempt resolution through negotiations. If unresolved, disputes will be settled through binding arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

Compliance with International Laws

If you are accessing our platform from outside India, you are responsible for ensuring compliance with your country’s laws. We do not guarantee that our platform is appropriate or available for use outside of India.

Changes to Legal Terms

We reserve the right to update or revise this Legal Considerations page at any time to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page, and it is your responsibility to review these changes periodically. Continued use of our platform after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these legal considerations, please contact us at [email protected].