Legalities

At AFL Fantasy AU, we are dedicated to providing a compliant and lawful platform for fantasy AFL participants. This page outlines the legal considerations, regulations, and responsibilities relevant to our services. By engaging in contests on our platform, you agree to adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, along with the terms and conditions detailed herein.

1. Legal Standing of Fantasy AFL

Fantasy AFL is classified as a game of skill, distinguishing it from chance-based gambling activities. In Australia, skill-based games are generally exempt from gambling regulations, making fantasy AFL legal in most states. However, certain jurisdictions within Australia may impose restrictions on participation in fantasy AFL contests.

2. Jurisdictional Limitations

  • Restricted States: Due to local regulations, residents of specific states in Australia may be prohibited from participating in paid fantasy AFL contests. If you reside in one of these states, you are only eligible for free-to-play contests.
  • Compliance with Local Regulations: It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with the laws of your state or region. By participating in contests on AFL Fantasy AU, you affirm that you are not located in a restricted state and that your participation is lawful according to your local laws.

3. Age Restriction

Participation in any contest on AFL Fantasy AU is strictly reserved for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. By registering and engaging in our contests, you confirm that you meet this age criterion. We reserve the right to verify your age and may suspend or terminate your account if you are found to be underage.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the AFL Fantasy AU platform, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by AFL Fantasy AU or its licensors and is protected under relevant intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from our platform without prior written permission.

5. Liability and Indemnification

  • Limitation of Liability: AFL Fantasy AU shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from or related to your use of the platform or participation in contests. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses.
  • Indemnification: You agree to indemnify and hold AFL Fantasy AU, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the platform, any violation of these terms, or infringement of any rights of others.

6. Dispute Resolution

  • Governing Law: These terms and any disputes arising from or related to the use of the AFL Fantasy AU platform shall be governed by the laws of Australia, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
  • Jurisdiction: Any legal actions or proceedings arising under these terms shall be exclusively brought in the courts of [insert jurisdiction, e.g., New South Wales, Australia]. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of these courts for the purpose of litigating any claims.
  • Arbitration: In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or related to this agreement, the parties agree to first seek resolution through good faith negotiations. If a resolution cannot be achieved, the dispute shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (ACICA).

7. Compliance with International Laws

If you are accessing AFL Fantasy AU from outside Australia, you are responsible for ensuring that your use of our platform adheres to the laws of your country. We make no representations or warranties that our platform is suitable or available for use in jurisdictions outside Australia.

8. Updates to the Legalities Page

AFL Fantasy AU reserves the right to modify or update this Legalities page at any time to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or our practices. Any amendments will be posted on this page, and it is your responsibility to review these legal considerations periodically. Continued use of our platform following any changes signifies your acceptance of the revised legal terms.

9. Contact Us

For any inquiries or concerns regarding the legal aspects of using AFL Fantasy AU, please contact us at support@aflfantasyau.com.