1. Introduction
Welcome to Sacmate. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and participation in our online chess tournaments. By registering an account or participating in a tournament, you agree to these Terms in full.
2. Eligibility
Participants must meet any age and regional requirements specified for each tournament. You are responsible for ensuring you are eligible to participate.
3. Skill-Based Competition
All tournaments hosted on Sacmate are games of skill. Winners are determined solely by the participants' demonstrated chess abilities and strategic performance. Our platform does not host or support any games of chance.
4. Tournament Entry and Fees
To enter a tournament, participants must complete the registration process and pay the specified entry fee. All registrations are final upon payment.
5. Fair Play and Anti-Cheating Policy
Sacmate is committed to maintaining a fair competitive environment. The use of chess engines, external assistance, or any other form of cheating is strictly prohibited.
Any participant caught cheating will be immediately disqualified and permanently banned from the platform.
In the event of a disqualification due to cheating, the prize money will be forfeited and awarded to the next highest-ranking fair player.
6. User Conduct
All users are expected to behave respectfully towards other participants and our staff. Harassment, abuse, or any form of unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated and may result in an account ban.
7. Display of Information
By participating in a tournament, you consent to the public display of your name, image, and chess rating on our website if you provide them.
8. Limitation of Liability
Sacmate is not responsible for any losses, damages, or issues arising from your participation in tournaments, including technical issues on the user's end.