User Policy
Guidelines for using our World Cup platform responsibly. Fair play, respect, and integrity — on and off the pitch.
1. Acceptable Use
By accessing the FIFA World Cup website, you agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of our platform. We encourage a respectful and positive environment for all football fans.
You agree NOT to:
- Post, share, or transmit any abusive, defamatory, or offensive content related to teams, players, or other users.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our website or systems.
- Use automated scripts or bots to scrape match data, fixtures, or scores without permission.
- Impersonate any FIFA official, tournament staff, or another individual.
- Engage in any activity that disrupts or degrades the performance of the website.
⚽ Violation of this policy may result in restricted access, content removal, or permanent ban from using our services.
2. User Accounts & Registration
Certain features (such as personalized match reminders or newsletter subscriptions) may require account creation. When registering, you must provide accurate and complete information.
- Account Responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
- Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. For users under 18, parental consent is recommended.
- Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these policies or remain inactive for extended periods.
You may delete your account at any time by contacting our support team. Data deletion will follow our Privacy Policy.
3. Content & Intellectual Property
All content on this website — including match schedules, standings, logos, player images, articles, and graphics — is the property of FIFA or its licensors and protected by copyright laws.
What you may do:
- Share links to our content on social media for personal, non-commercial use.
- Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution to FIFA World Cup.
What you may NOT do:
- Republish, redistribute, or sell any content without explicit written permission.
- Use official trademarks, tournament logos, or emblems for commercial purposes.
- Modify, translate, or create derivative works of our content.
For media or partnership inquiries regarding content usage, please contact our licensing team.
4. User-Generated Content & Comments
Our website may allow comments or fan-submitted content (e.g., match predictions, feedback). By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display and moderate such content.
- Moderation: We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any user content that violates these policies.
- Prohibited content: Hate speech, harassment, spam, false information about matches or teams, and any illegal material.
- Originality: You confirm that you own or have permission to submit any content you provide.
📢 Repeat violations may lead to suspension of commenting privileges across the site.
5. Fair Use of Match Data & Scores
Our real-time match updates, fixtures, and standings are provided for personal, non-commercial enjoyment. You may not:
- Use automated tools to scrape or systematically extract match data for competing services.
- Republish live score feeds without prior authorization.
- Misrepresent match results or alter official statistics.
If you operate a football-related fan site and wish to embed our data, please contact us for API access and licensing terms.
6. Prohibited Activities & Enforcement
To maintain a safe and fair environment, the following activities are strictly forbidden:
- Distributing malware, viruses, or malicious code through our platform.
- Engaging in phishing, fraud, or identity theft attempts.
- Circumventing any technical restrictions or access controls.
- Using our website for any illegal gambling, betting manipulation, or match-fixing related activities.
We actively monitor for policy violations and reserve the right to cooperate with law enforcement when necessary.
7. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date World Cup information, we do not guarantee that content is error-free or uninterrupted. Match schedules, scores, and standings may change; always verify critical information with official sources.
Our liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, FIFA World Cup shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website, including data loss or service interruptions.
Third-party links: Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
8. Changes to This Policy & Contact
We may update this User Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. The “Effective from” date at the top of this page indicates the latest revision. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact us with questions about this User Policy:
📧 [email protected]
📍 FIFA World Cup Legal Department, Zurich, Switzerland
Thank you for being part of the World Cup community — play fair, respect the game, and enjoy the greatest football spectacle on Earth.