Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 29, 2025

Critical Legal Notice

Squares Playbook is organizational software ONLY. We do not handle money, process payments for entry fees, guarantee payouts, or act as a gambling operator. All monetary transactions occur directly between pool organizers and participants.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Squares Playbook ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Squares Playbook provides organizational tools for managing sports squares pools. Our Service includes:

  • Pool creation and management tools
  • Square selection and tracking
  • Score tracking and winner calculation
  • Email notifications
  • Real-time updates

We explicitly DO NOT:

  • Handle, process, or transmit any gambling funds
  • Collect or distribute entry fees or prizes
  • Guarantee payouts to winners
  • Provide legal advice regarding gambling laws
  • Act as a gambling operator or facilitator

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age.

3.2 Legal Compliance

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring that your use of the Service and any pools you organize comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Gambling and gaming laws in your jurisdiction
  • Prize and lottery regulations
  • Tax reporting requirements
  • Age verification of participants

3.3 Pool Organizer Responsibilities

As a pool organizer, you agree to:

  • Verify that all participants are at least 18 years old
  • Handle all money transactions directly with participants
  • Distribute prizes to winners in a timely manner
  • Maintain accurate records of payments and payouts
  • Comply with all applicable tax reporting requirements
  • Not misrepresent the Service or imply that Squares Playbook handles funds

4. Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Service to:

  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Engage in fraudulent activities
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service
  • Use automated systems to access the Service without permission

5. Subscription and Payment

5.1 Subscription Fees

Certain features of the Service require a paid subscription. Subscription fees are for SOFTWARE ACCESS ONLY and are NOT related to any gambling activities.

5.2 Billing

Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually in advance. Payment information is processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your payment information.

5.3 Cancellation

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

6. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Squares Playbook and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7. Disclaimers

7.1 No Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

7.2 No Gambling Services

SQUARES PLAYBOOK IS NOT A GAMBLING SERVICE. We do not facilitate, process, or guarantee any gambling activities or payouts.

7.3 No Legal Advice

Nothing in the Service constitutes legal advice. We strongly recommend consulting with a legal professional regarding gambling laws in your jurisdiction.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SQUARES PLAYBOOK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of profits or revenue
  • Loss of data
  • Unpaid prizes or entry fees
  • Legal penalties related to gambling activities
  • Disputes between pool organizers and participants

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Squares Playbook, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any laws or regulations
  • Disputes with other users or participants
  • Any gambling-related activities you organize

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to breach of these Terms.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or through the Service. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Governing Law

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

13. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@squaresplaybook.com

Summary (Not Legal Advice)

You use Squares Playbook at your own risk. We provide software tools only - we don't handle money or guarantee anything. You're responsible for following your local laws and handling all money directly. If you organize pools, you must verify participants are 18+ and comply with all applicable laws.