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Terms of Use
Last Updated: [10-09-2024]
Welcome to BigRedAuthority.com!
These Terms of Use (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of BigRedAuthority.com (the “Site”), including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through the Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.
1. About BigRedAuthority.com
BigRedAuthority.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a website that provides content related to Husker athletics, including curated articles, videos, social media feeds, and other multimedia. The Site is for users located within the United States who are 18 years of age or older.
2. Eligibility
- The Site is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. By accessing the Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and meet all eligibility requirements.
- The Site is intended for users located within the United States. We do not accommodate international users or comply with international data protection laws.
3. Account Registration and Membership
- Users may create an account to access certain content and features on the Site. By registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information.
- Users may sign up for a free membership, which provides access to certain protected content and email newsletters. We may offer paid membership tiers in the future.
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your account. Please notify us immediately if you believe your account has been accessed without authorization.
4. Membership Fees and Billing
- If you sign up for a paid membership (when offered), you agree to pay the specified membership fee, including any applicable taxes, at the time of registration.
- Memberships are billed on a recurring basis (e.g., monthly or annually). By purchasing a membership, you acknowledge and accept that your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle unless you cancel it in accordance with these Terms.
- No prorated refunds are offered if you cancel your membership before the end of a billing cycle. Your membership will remain active until the end of the current term.
5. Use of the Site and Content
- The Site and its content, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, videos, and articles (“Content”), are for your personal, non-commercial use only.
- You may not download, copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, broadcast, display, sell, license, or otherwise exploit the Content for any purpose without our prior written consent.
- Any unauthorized use of the Content may violate copyright laws, trademark laws, privacy rights, and other laws. We reserve the right to terminate accounts for such violations.
6. Prohibited Conduct
- You agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Site.
- Use any automated means or processes, such as bots or spiders, to access the Site without our prior written consent.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or any systems or networks connected to the Site.
- Upload or transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
- Harass, abuse, or harm another person using the Site.
7. Changes to the Site and Terms
- We may modify or discontinue any part of the Site or the services provided at any time without prior notice. We are not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Site or any service.
- We may update these Terms from time to time, and any changes will be effective when posted on the Site with a “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
8. Privacy
- Your use of the Site is subject to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Site, you consent to our collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Third-Party Content and Links
- The Site may contain links to third-party websites and content that are not owned or controlled by BigRedAuthority.com. These links are provided for your convenience, and we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party sites.
- Inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement of the site or its content by us. You access linked sites at your own risk.
10. Intellectual Property Rights
- All Content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, videos, and software, is the property of BigRedAuthority.com or its licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
- You may not use any of our trademarks, logos, or other proprietary graphics without our express written permission.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
- The Site and its Content are provided on an “as-is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
- We do not warrant that the Site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
12. Limitation of Liability
- To the fullest extent permitted by law, BigRedAuthority.com and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:
- Your use of or inability to use the Site.
- Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.
- Any third-party conduct or content on the Site.
- Any content obtained from the Site.
13. Indemnification
- You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BigRedAuthority.com and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another.
14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State], without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
- Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in [City, State], unless otherwise required by law.
15. Termination
- We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, with or without cause or notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease.
- If you wish to terminate your account, you may discontinue use of the Site and contact us for account deletion.
16. Contact Us
- If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
- Email: [your email address]