Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to RunClub! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the RunClub platform, including our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Account Registration

To use certain features of our Service, you must create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Keep your account credentials secure and confidential
• Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. Users under 18 must have parental consent.

3. Use of Service

You may use our Service for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Post false, misleading, or inappropriate content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use automated tools to scrape or collect data from our Service
• Interfere with the proper functioning of our Service
• Impersonate others or misrepresent your identity

4. Events and Activities

RunClub facilitates connections between runners and organizes various events and activities. Please note that:

• Participation in events is at your own risk
• You are responsible for your own fitness and health
• Event organizers set their own terms and conditions
• Weather and other factors may affect event scheduling
• Registration fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated
• You must follow all safety guidelines and instructions

Always consult with a healthcare provider before participating in physical activities.

5. User Content

You retain ownership of content you post on our Service. However, by posting content, you grant us:

• A worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute your content
• The right to moderate, remove, or edit content that violates our guidelines
• Permission to use your content for promotional purposes

You are responsible for ensuring your content does not infringe on others' rights.

6. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our Service, you agree to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Payments and Fees

Some features of our Service may require payment. When making payments:

• All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified
• Payments are processed through secure third-party providers
• You are responsible for any applicable taxes
• Refunds are subject to our refund policy
• Failure to pay may result in suspension of services

8. Intellectual Property

The RunClub platform, including its design, features, and content, is protected by intellectual property rights. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reverse engineer any part of our Service without written permission.

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Our Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied, including:

• Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Accuracy or completeness of content

To the maximum extent permitted by law, our liability for any damages is limited to the amount you paid for our Service in the 12 months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RunClub and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our Service, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of others.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account at any time for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Extended inactivity
• Any other reason at our sole discretion

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

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through our Service. Continued use of our Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation first
• Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
• Courts in San Francisco County, California for injunctive relief

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: legal@runclub.com
• Address: 123 Runner Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
• Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567