Terms of Service

Welcome to ChessBoard.com.au. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the chess-board.com.au website (the "Site") and any related services provided by ChessBoard.com.au ("we", "us", or "our").

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this Site, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not use this Site.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified Terms.

2. Description of Service

ChessBoard.com.au is an informational website that provides:

• Reviews and comparisons of chess boards and related equipment
• Educational articles and guides about chess
• Product recommendations and buying guides
• Links to third-party retailers where products can be purchased

We do not sell products directly. All purchases are made through third-party retailers, and we are not responsible for any transactions made on those platforms.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

ChessBoard.com.au participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means:

• We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links on our Site
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations
• Product prices displayed are indicative and may change without notice
• We are not responsible for third-party retailer prices, availability, or policies

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through Amazon affiliate links on this Site.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise indicated, all content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of ChessBoard.com.au or its content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any content from this Site without our prior written permission
• Modify, create derivative works from, or reverse engineer any content
• Use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering methods
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices from materials on this Site

5. User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the Site or any systems or networks connected to the Site
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers or networks connected to the Site
• Transmit any viruses, worms, or other malicious code
• Collect or store personal information about other users without their consent
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Site

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information, products, and services provided on this Site are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information

We make every effort to provide accurate and up-to-date information, but we cannot guarantee that all information on the Site is complete, accurate, or current. Product specifications, prices, and availability are subject to change without notice.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, ChessBoard.com.au and its owners, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or data
• Personal injury or property damage
• Any losses arising from your use of the Site or reliance on information contained therein
• Any losses arising from purchases made through third-party retailers

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, for accessing the Site.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online retailers such as Amazon.com.au. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of those websites. We encourage you to read the terms of service and privacy policy of any website you visit.

9. Product Information

While we strive to provide accurate product information:

• Product descriptions, images, and specifications are for informational purposes only
• Actual products may vary from descriptions or images shown
• Prices are approximate and subject to change
• Availability may vary by location and retailer
• We recommend verifying all product details with the retailer before purchasing

10. Reviews and Opinions

The reviews, opinions, and recommendations expressed on this Site represent our honest assessments based on our research and experience. However:

• Individual experiences with products may vary
• Our opinions are subjective and should not be the sole basis for purchasing decisions
• We encourage users to conduct their own research before making purchases

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ChessBoard.com.au and its owners, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

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

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Australia.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ChessBoard.com.au regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, warranties, and understandings.

15. Contact Information

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

• Email: legal@chess-board.com.au
• Contact Form: chess-board.com.au/contact

By using ChessBoard.com.au, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.