Terms & Conditions

Pétanque Central

Effective Date: September 27, 2026
Last Updated: September 27, 2026

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Pétanque Central. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Pétanque Central website (the “Website”), including all content, features and services offered on or through the Website.

Pétanque Central is operated by Pétanque Central (“we,” “us,” or “our”). The Website serves as a resource hub and community platform for pétanque enthusiasts across North America.

Please read these Terms carefully before using the Website. When you access or use the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Website.

Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms:

“Content” refers to all text, images, videos, audio, graphics, data and other materials available on or through the Website.
“User Content” refers to any content that users submit, post, upload or otherwise make available through the Website, including comments, forum posts, reviews, photos and other contributions.
“Services” refers to all features, tools and functionalities provided through the Website, including the club directory, educational resources, community forums, newsletters and downloadable materials.
“Account” refers to any registered user account created on the Website.
“You” or “User” refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Website.

3. Eligibility

To use the Website, you must be at least 13 years of age. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use the Website, and that parent or guardian must agree to these Terms on your behalf.

When using the Website, you represent and warrant that:

You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms
You are not located in a country subject to a U.S. government embargo or designated as a “terrorist supporting” country
You are not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties
Your use of the Website will not violate any applicable law or regulation

4. User Accounts

4.1 Account Creation

Some features of the Website may require you to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

Provide accurate, current and complete information during registration
Maintain and promptly update your account information to keep it accurate, current and complete
Keep your password confidential and secure
Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach

4.2 Account Security

You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account information.

We reserve the right to disable any account at any time if, in our sole discretion, we believe you have violated these Terms.

4.3 Account Termination

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at [email protected]. Upon termination:

Your right to access and use the Website will immediately cease
We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes
Any User Content you have posted may remain on the Website unless you specifically request its removal

5. Acceptable Use Policy

5.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Website for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. Permitted uses include:

Accessing educational content and resources about pétanque
Participating in community discussions and forums
Finding and connecting with pétanque clubs
Downloading free resources and materials for personal, non-commercial use
Subscribing to newsletters and email communications
Sharing content through social media using provided sharing tools

5.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

Harmful or Illegal Activities:

Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations
Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Website
Harass, abuse, threaten or intimidate other users
Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, pornographic, vulgar, offensive or promotes violence or discrimination
Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
Engage in any form of spam, phishing or fraudulent activity

Technical Interference:

Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, other accounts, computer systems or networks connected to the Website
Use any robot, spider, scraper or other automated means to access the Website without our express written permission
Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers or networks connected to the Website
Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs or other malicious or technologically harmful material
Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble any software contained on the Website

Content Violations:

Post User Content that infringes any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright or other intellectual property rights of any party
Post false, misleading or deceptive content
Post unauthorized commercial communications or advertisements
Collect or harvest any information from the Website, including user information, without permission

5.3 Enforcement

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to:

Monitor the Website for violations of these Terms
Take appropriate legal action against anyone who violates these Terms
Remove or refuse to post any User Content for any reason
Terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Website for any violation of these Terms

6. User Content

6.1 Your Responsibility for User Content

You are solely responsible for any User Content you post on or through the Website. You represent and warrant that:

You own or have the necessary rights to use and authorize us to use your User Content
Your User Content does not violate the privacy rights, publicity rights, copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights of any third party
Your User Content is accurate and not misleading
Your User Content complies with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations

6.2 License to User Content

When you post User Content on the Website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, perform and display such User Content in connection with operating and promoting the Website.

You retain ownership of your User Content, but you acknowledge that:

Other users may view, share and comment on your User Content
We may use your User Content for promotional purposes
We are not responsible for the accuracy, usefulness, safety or intellectual property rights of any User Content

6.3 Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove any User Content at any time and for any reason without notice. If you believe your User Content has been wrongly removed, you may contact us at [email protected].

6.4 Feedback

Any feedback, comments, ideas, improvements or suggestions you provide to us regarding the Website shall be our sole and exclusive property. We shall be free to use, copy, modify, publish or redistribute such feedback for any purpose without any credit or compensation to you.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

7.1 Our Content and Trademarks

The Website and its entire contents, features and functionality (including all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, design, selection and arrangement) are owned by Pétanque Central, its licensors or other providers of such material and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

The Pétanque Central name, logo and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs and slogans are trademarks of Pétanque Central or its affiliates. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

7.2 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use the Website for your personal, non-commercial use.

This license does not include the right to:

Modify or copy the materials except as expressly permitted
Use the materials for any commercial purpose
Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the Website
Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
Transfer the materials to another person or “mirror” the materials on any other server

7.3 Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that any content on the Website infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our designated copyright agent containing the following information:

A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, with sufficient detail for us to locate it on the Website
Your contact information (address, telephone number, email address)
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent or the law
A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Send copyright notices to:

Copyright Agent
Pétanque Central
Address
Email: [email protected]

8. Club Directory and Third-Party Information

8.1 Club Listings

The Website includes a directory of pétanque clubs across North America. While we strive to maintain accurate and current information, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness or reliability of any club listing information.

Club listings are provided for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for:

The accuracy of contact information, meeting times or locations
The quality of services or experiences at any listed club
Any interactions, disputes or issues between you and any club
Changes to club operations, schedules or policies

8.2 Your Responsibility

Before visiting any club or attending any event, you should:

Verify current information directly with the club
Confirm meeting times, locations and any requirements
Understand and accept any risks associated with participating in pétanque activities

8.3 Club Submissions

If you submit information to be included in the club directory, you represent and warrant that:

The information is accurate and current
You are authorized to submit the information on behalf of the club
The submission does not violate any third-party rights

We reserve the right to edit, refuse or remove any club listing at our sole discretion.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

9.1 External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services or resources that are not owned or controlled by Pétanque Central. These links are provided for your convenience only.

We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for:

The content, privacy policies or practices of any third-party websites or services
Any loss or damage arising from your use of such websites or services
The availability or accuracy of such websites or services

Your use of any third-party website or service is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of that website or service.

9.2 Social Media

The Website may include features that allow you to share content on social media platforms or interact with us through social media. Your use of these features is subject to the terms and privacy policies of those platforms.

9.3 No Endorsement

The inclusion of any link or integration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation of the linked site, service or its operator.

9.4 Cookies, Analytics and Advertising Tools

In the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Canada, analytics and advertising tools on the Website run only after you allow them in our privacy choices banner. Elsewhere they are active unless you switch them off. You can change your choice at any time through Privacy choices, and our Privacy Policy explains each tool.

10. Email Communications and Newsletter

10.1 Subscription

When you subscribe to our newsletter or other email communications, you agree to receive periodic emails from us about:

Pétanque tips, techniques and educational content
Community news and events
Updates about the Website and new features
Promotional content and special offers

10.2 Unsubscribing

You may unsubscribe from our email communications at any time through:

Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email
Updating your email preferences in your account settings
Contacting us at [email protected]

Please note that even if you unsubscribe from promotional emails, we may still send you transactional or administrative messages related to your account.

10.3 Email Accuracy

You are responsible for providing and maintaining a valid email address. We are not responsible for any failure of communication resulting from an incorrect or outdated email address.

11. Disclaimers

11.1 “As Is” Basis

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, MATERIALS, INFORMATION AND SERVICES PROVIDED ON OR THROUGH THE WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
WARRANTIES THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE OR ERROR-FREE
WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT
WARRANTIES THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED
WARRANTIES THAT THE WEBSITE OR THE SERVER THAT MAKES IT AVAILABLE ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS

11.2 No Professional Advice

The content on the Website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on the Website constitutes or is meant to constitute:

Professional medical advice (consult a physician before starting any physical activity)
Legal advice
Financial or investment advice
Professional coaching or instruction

Always seek the advice of qualified professionals with any questions you may have regarding pétanque technique, physical activity or any other professional matter.

11.3 Physical Activity Risks

Pétanque, like any physical activity, involves inherent risks including the risk of injury. You acknowledge and agree that:

You participate in pétanque and related activities at your own risk
You are solely responsible for assessing your physical condition and ability to participate
We are not responsible for any injuries, damages or losses arising from your participation in pétanque or any activities described on the Website

12. Limitation of Liability

12.1 Exclusion of Damages

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL PÉTANQUE CENTRAL, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, LICENSORS OR SERVICE PROVIDERS BE LIABLE FOR:

ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, USE, GOODWILL OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE
ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY CONTENT OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE
ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR USE OF OUR SERVERS OR ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION STORED THEREIN
ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY BUGS, VIRUSES, TROJAN HORSES OR SIMILAR CODE TRANSMITTED THROUGH THE WEBSITE
ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN ANY CONTENT

12.2 Cap on Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE WEBSITE OR THESE TERMS EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100) OR (B) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US, IF ANY, IN THE PAST TWELVE (12) MONTHS FOR ACCESS TO THE WEBSITE.

12.3 Basis of the Bargain

THE LIMITATIONS OF DAMAGES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF THE BASIS OF THE BARGAIN BETWEEN YOU AND PÉTANQUE CENTRAL.

12.4 Jurisdictional Limitations

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES OR THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ACCORDINGLY, SOME OF THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Pétanque Central, its affiliates, licensors and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to:

Your violation of these Terms
Your User Content
Your use of the Website or any content, services or products obtained through the Website
Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights or privacy rights
Any claim that your User Content caused damage to a third party

This indemnification obligation will survive termination of these Terms and your use of the Website.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Governing Law

These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Your State/Province, without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule.

14.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal suit, action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the Website shall be instituted exclusively in the federal courts of the United States or the courts of Your State/Province, and you waive any objection to such jurisdiction and venue.

14.3 Informal Resolution

Before filing any claim against us, you agree to try to resolve the dispute informally through contacting us at [email protected]. We will attempt to resolve the dispute informally through contacting you via email. If the dispute is not resolved within thirty (30) days of submission, you or we may bring a formal proceeding.

14.4 No Class Actions

YOU AND PÉTANQUE CENTRAL AGREE THAT ANY CLAIMS WILL BE BROUGHT IN YOUR OR OUR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of any material changes through:

Posting the updated Terms on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
Sending an email to the address associated with your account (if applicable)
Displaying a prominent notice on the Website

Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Website.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any changes.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Pétanque Central regarding the use of the Website.

16.2 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by Pétanque Central.

16.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms, or any rights or obligations hereunder, without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms without restriction. These Terms will be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties, their successors and permitted assigns.

16.5 No Agency

Nothing in these Terms creates any agency, partnership, joint venture or employment relationship between you and Pétanque Central.

16.6 Headings

The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

16.7 Survival

All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity provisions and limitations of liability.

17. Contact Information

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

Pétanque Central
Pétanque Central
Street Address
City, State/Province ZIP/Postal Code
Country

Email: [email protected]
Website: Contact Page

For copyright-related inquiries: [email protected]

For privacy-related inquiries: [email protected]

18. Additional Resources

For more information about how we handle your personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.

To learn more about Pétanque Central and our mission, visit our About page.

For questions about club listings or to submit your club information, visit our Club Directory or contact us directly.

Thank you for being part of the Pétanque Central community.

These Terms of Service were last updated on September 27, 2026.