Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Flapjack Running ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Service

Flapjack Running provides:

• Professional reviews and information about running shoes
• Technical specifications and comparisons
• Expert analysis from trusted reviewers
• User-generated content including reviews and ratings (coming soon)
• Search and filtering tools to help find suitable footwear

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Keep your account information updated
• Maintain the security of your password
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in harmful activities. You may delete your account at any time through your account settings.

4. User Content

Content You Submit

When submitting content (reviews, comments, ratings, or other materials), you represent that:

• You own or have the right to use the content
• Your content does not violate any laws or third-party rights
• Your content is accurate and not misleading
• You will not submit spam, duplicate, or irrelevant content

Content License

By submitting content, you grant Flapjack Running a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, modify, and distribute your content in connection with our services. You retain ownership of your content.

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any user content that:

• Violates these Terms
• Contains offensive or inappropriate material
• Appears to be spam or promotional content
• Infringes on intellectual property rights
• Contains false or misleading information

5. Reviews and Ratings

Review Guidelines

When writing reviews, you must:

• Base reviews on your personal experience with the product
• Provide honest and unbiased opinions
• Focus on the product's features, performance, and usability
• Use appropriate language and maintain a respectful tone
• Disclose any conflicts of interest or compensation received

Prohibited Review Content

Reviews must not contain:

• False or fabricated information
• Promotional content or advertisements
• Personal attacks or harassment
• Offensive language or inappropriate content
• Copyright-infringing material
• Spam or duplicate submissions

Review Authenticity

All reviews must be genuine and based on actual product experience. We prohibit:

• Fake or fraudulent reviews
• Reviews written by manufacturers or competitors
• Incentivized reviews (unless properly disclosed)
• Review manipulation or gaming

6. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use our services for any illegal purpose
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt our services
• Use automated tools to extract data or content
• Submit malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Engage in harassment, abuse, or threatening behavior
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Manipulate ratings or review systems

7. Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on Flapjack Running, including text, images, logos, and design, is owned by us or our licensors and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not use our content without permission.

Third-Party Content

Product images, specifications, and other manufacturer content remain the property of their respective owners. We use this content under fair use principles for informational and review purposes.

User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of content you submit, but grant us the necessary rights to display and use it as described in these Terms.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these external sites. Use them at your own risk.

10. Disclaimers

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

Content Accuracy

While we work to ensure accuracy, product information and reviews are provided "as is." We make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content.

Product Recommendations

Our reviews and recommendations are opinions based on testing and analysis. Individual experiences may vary, and we recommend consulting with professionals for specific athletic or medical needs.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us (if any) in the past 12 months
• We are not responsible for user-generated content or third-party actions
• We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your infringement of any third-party rights
• Content you submit to our platform

13. Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time. We may suspend or terminate your access immediately for violations of these Terms. Upon termination:

• Your right to use our services ends immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect

14. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction]. Any disputes will be resolved through:

1. Direct communication and good faith negotiation
2. Mediation if necessary
3. Binding arbitration as a final resort

15. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. When we do:

• We will post the updated Terms on this page
• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• For significant changes, we may notify you via email
• Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms

16. Severability

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

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Flapjack Running regarding your use of our services.

18. Contact Information