Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Scout52 ("the Service", "the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Scout52 is a cloud-based talent identification and recruitment management platform designed for football academies, clubs, scouts, and agents. The Service provides:

• Player data management and scouting reports
• Event management and invitation systems
• Geographic coverage analytics
• AI-powered insights and player evaluation tools
• Communication and collaboration features
• Data storage and retrieval capabilities

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Registration

To use Scout52, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorised access

3.2 Account Types

Scout52 offers different account types for:

• Football Clubs & Academies: Full platform access with team management features
• Individual Scouts: Personal scouting and reporting capabilities
• Agents & Agencies: Player portfolio management and club connections
• Players & Parents: Profile access and registration capabilities

3.3 Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• All activities that occur under your account
• Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
• Ensuring your account information is accurate and up to date
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use Scout52 only for lawful purposes related to football talent identification and recruitment.

4.2 Prohibited Activities

You must NOT:

• Violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Use the Service to harm minors in any way
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Service or other accounts
• Scrape, copy, or extract data using automated means
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Use the Service for spam, harassment, or illegal activities
• Resell, redistribute, or commercially exploit the Service without authorisation
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

5. Data and Privacy

5.1 Your Data

You retain all rights to the data you submit to Scout52. However, you grant us a licence to use, store, and process this data to provide the Service.

5.2 Privacy Policy

Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms.

5.3 Data Controllers

For data submitted by academies, clubs, or organisations: the organisation is the data controller, and Scout52 is the data processor. You must ensure you have appropriate legal basis for processing any personal data.

5.4 Data Security

While we implement robust security measures, you acknowledge that no system is completely secure. You are responsible for maintaining backup copies of critical data.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Scout52 Property

Scout52 and all related trademarks, logos, designs, and software are the property of Scout52 Ltd. You may not use our intellectual property without written permission.

6.2 User Content

You retain ownership of content you create using Scout52 (scouting reports, player evaluations, etc.). By using the Service, you grant Scout52 a non-exclusive licence to use this content to provide and improve the Service.

6.3 Feedback

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide to Scout52 may be used by us without compensation or attribution.

7. Payment Terms

7.1 Pricing

Subscription pricing is displayed on our website or provided in your quotation. Prices are subject to change with 30 days' notice.

7.2 Billing

• Subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis
• Payment is due upon invoice receipt
• Late payments may result in service suspension
• All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated

7.3 Free Trials

If you sign up for a free trial, you will not be charged during the trial period. At the end of the trial, you will be automatically charged unless you cancel beforehand.

7.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period. No refunds are provided for partial periods.

8. Service Level and Support

8.1 Availability

We strive to maintain 99.5% uptime, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Scheduled maintenance will be announced in advance when possible.

8.2 Support

Support is provided via email at info@scout52.com. Response times vary by subscription tier.

8.3 Changes to the Service

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time with reasonable notice.

9. Termination

9.1 By You

You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.

9.2 By Scout52

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

• Violate these Terms of Service
• Fail to pay fees when due
• Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities
• Pose a security or liability risk

9.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your access to the Service will cease immediately
• You may request a copy of your data within 30 days
• We may delete your data after 30 days
• Outstanding fees remain payable

10. Disclaimers and Limitations

10.1 Service "As Is"

Scout52 is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Service will be error-free, secure, or meet your specific requirements.

10.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Scout52 shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from your use or inability to use the Service

Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10.3 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Scout52 harmless from any claims arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

11. Cookie Policy

11.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience.

11.2 Cookies We Use

11.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Service.

11.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services (such as analytics providers) that set their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be notified via email or through the Service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Contact Information

15. Miscellaneous

15.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Scout52.

15.2 Severability

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

15.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

15.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms at any time.