Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Play2College.com ("Service," "Platform," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website, mobile application, or any related services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms").

• If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service
• These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Play2College
• We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time
• Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms

2. Description of Service

Play2College is a comprehensive platform designed to help student-athletes navigate the college recruitment process. Our Service includes:

• College Search Tools: Search and discover NCAA colleges and athletic programs
• Profile Management: Create and manage student-athlete profiles
• Recruitment Tracking: Track college applications, communications, and deadlines
• Resource Library: Access guides, articles, and educational content
• Partner Directory: Connect with verified recruitment agencies and service providers
• Community Features: Share success stories and connect with other users

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

3. User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

Account Types

• Student Athlete: For athletes seeking college recruitment opportunities
• Parent/Guardian: For parents managing their child's recruitment journey
• Coach: For coaches supporting student-athletes
• Supporter: For mentors, family members, and other supporters

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or any other reason at our sole discretion.

4. User Conduct and Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Misrepresent Information: Provide false, inaccurate, or misleading information
• Impersonate Others: Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely claim affiliation
• Violate Laws: Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Harass Others: Engage in harassment, bullying, or abusive behavior
• Spam: Send unsolicited messages, advertisements, or promotional materials
• Scrape Data: Use automated tools to scrape, copy, or collect data from the Service
• Interfere with Service: Attempt to disrupt, damage, or impair the Service
• Hack or Exploit: Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
• Violate Rights: Infringe on intellectual property or other rights of others
• Commercial Use: Use the Service for unauthorized commercial purposes

5. User Content

Your Content

You retain ownership of content you submit to the Service ("User Content"), including profiles, reviews, stories, and comments. By submitting User Content, you grant us:

• A worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your User Content
• The right to use your User Content for promotional purposes (with your consent)
• The right to remove or modify User Content that violates these Terms

Content Standards

All User Content must:

• Be accurate and truthful
• Not violate any laws or regulations
• Not infringe on intellectual property rights
• Not contain offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate material
• Not contain personal information of others without consent

Content Moderation

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to monitor, review, and remove User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Play2College and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Service
• Reverse engineer or decompile any part of the Service
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use our trademarks or branding without written permission

Trademarks

"Play2College," our logo, and other marks are trademarks of Play2College. All other trademarks, service marks, and logos used on the Service are the property of their respective owners.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources, including:

• College and university websites
• NCAA and athletic conference websites
• Partner recruitment agencies and service providers
• Social media platforms
• Payment processors

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party content, services, or practices. Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and the third party.

8. Fees and Payment

Free and Paid Services

Play2College offers both free and paid features. Paid features may include:

• Premium profile features
• Advanced analytics and insights
• Priority support
• Access to exclusive content and resources

Payment Terms

• All fees are in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise stated
• Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis
• You authorize us to charge your payment method for all fees
• Prices are subject to change with 30 days' notice

Refund Policy

Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. Generally:

• Subscription fees are non-refundable
• You may cancel your subscription at any time
• Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period
• Contact us at support@play2college.com for refund requests

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Service "As Is"

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
• Warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free

No Guarantee of Results

We do not guarantee that using our Service will result in college recruitment, scholarships, or athletic opportunities. Success depends on many factors beyond our control.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PLAY2COLLEGE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from your use or inability to use the Service
• Damages arising from third-party content or services

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Play2College, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Your User Content
• Your breach of any representation or warranty in these Terms

11. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

By using the Service, you consent to:

• Our collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy
• Our use of cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Transfer of your information to the United States and other countries
• Communication from us regarding your account and the Service

12. NCAA Compliance and Eligibility

Student-athletes are responsible for:

• Understanding and complying with all NCAA rules and regulations
• Maintaining their amateur status and eligibility
• Consulting with their high school coaches and compliance officers
• Registering with the NCAA Eligibility Center

We provide information and resources to assist in the recruitment process, but we are not responsible for NCAA compliance. Always consult official NCAA resources and your school's compliance office.

13. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

Informal Resolution

If you have a dispute with us, please contact us first at legal@play2college.com to attempt to resolve the issue informally. We will work in good faith to resolve disputes.

Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, you agree that any dispute arising from these Terms or the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration, except:

• You may assert claims in small claims court if they qualify
• Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property infringement

Class Action Waiver

You agree that disputes will be resolved on an individual basis only. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Your State], United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in [Your County], [Your State], and you consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts.

15. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you via email if you have an account
• Post a notice on our website for material changes
• Provide at least 30 days' notice for material changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Service.

16. Termination

Your Right to Terminate

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using your account settings. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

Our Right to Terminate

We may suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, for any reason including:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Extended periods of inactivity
• At our sole discretion

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, all licenses and rights granted to you will immediately cease. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

17. General Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us, constitute the entire agreement between you and Play2College regarding the Service.

Severability

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

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

18. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Service:

• Legal Email: legal@play2college.com
• Support Email: support@play2college.com
• Contact Form: Contact Us
• Mailing Address: Play2College, [Your Address]