Updated: 9 November, 2023

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the Guyana Chess Federation’s mobile application (“Application”) and any related services provided by the Guyana Chess Federation (“us,” “we,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Application, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Application.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Application, you agree to these Terms and any other policies or guidelines referenced within. These Terms are subject to change, and you are responsible for reviewing them periodically to stay informed about any updates. Your continued use of the Application after the posting of changes to the Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Use of the Application

• You agree to use the Application in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• You must not misuse the Application by knowingly introducing viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs, or any other malicious or harmful material.
• You are responsible for any information you provide through the Application, and it should be accurate, complete, and not misleading.

3. User Accounts

• To use certain features of the Application, you may need to create an account.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, and you are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account.
• You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

4. Intellectual Property

• The Application and all of its contents, features, and functionality are owned by the Guyana Chess Federation and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
• You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, perform, or otherwise use any part of the Application without our prior written consent.

5. Termination

• We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Application without prior notice if you breach these Terms.
• Upon termination, all rights and licenses granted to you will immediately cease, and you must cease using the Application.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

• The Application is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied.
• We do not warrant that the Application will be error-free, uninterrupted, secure, or meet your expectations.

7. Limitation of Liability

• To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Guyana, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: guyanachess@gmail.com
• Address: PO Box 101314, Georgetown, Guyana

10. Google API Usage

• Google API User Data: When you access shared Google Photo albums through our website, we may collect and process user data as permitted by Google’s API Services User Data Policy. The user data may include photos, videos, and related information from the Google Photo albums.
• Compliance with Google Terms: We adhere to Google’s API Services User Data Policy, Google API Terms of Service, and any other relevant Google policies when handling user data through Google APIs.
• Permissions: By using our website and allowing access to Google Photo albums, you grant us permission to retrieve and display content from these albums in accordance with Google’s policies.
• Data Security: We take reasonable measures to protect the security and privacy of user data accessed through Google APIs. However, please be aware that Google’s services and policies also apply to the data you share with us through Google APIs.
• Data Ownership: Data shared through Google APIs remains the property of the Google account holders who own the albums. We do not claim any ownership of this data.
• User Consent: By using our website to access shared Google Photo albums, you acknowledge and agree that the Google account holders have provided their consent for the data to be accessed and displayed by our website.
• Data Retention: We will retain data accessed through Google APIs only as long as necessary to provide the intended functionality of our website. You can request the removal of your data at any time.
• Contact Information: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to the use of Google APIs on our website and the handling of user data, please contact us using the information provided in our Privacy Policy (Section 9).

By using our website and accessing shared Google Photo albums, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this section related to Google API usage. Please ensure you understand and comply with Google’s policies and terms when accessing and sharing data through our website.