Terms of Use

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Cloudynorth. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and educational content related to football tactical analysis. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website or services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Services

Cloudynorth provides an educational platform focused on football tactical analysis, including:

• Information about tactical analysis platforms and resources
• Educational content about football tactics, formations, and strategies
• Explanations of performance metrics and analytical concepts
• Guides to understanding heat maps, passing networks, and other visualizations
• Links to external educational resources and platforms
• Contact forms and feedback mechanisms

Our services are purely educational and informational in nature. We do not provide professional coaching services, betting advice, or guaranteed outcomes from using our educational materials.

3. User Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years of age to use our website and services. By using our website, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

If you are under 18 years of age, you should review these Terms with a parent or guardian to ensure you understand them.

4. Acceptable Use

When using our website, you agree to:

• Use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms
• Provide accurate and complete information when submitting forms
• Respect the intellectual property rights of Cloudynorth and third parties
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Not interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Not use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without our express permission
• Not transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, and compilation of content (collectively "Content"), is the property of Cloudynorth or our content suppliers and is protected by New Zealand and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, and print Content for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided you keep all copyright and other proprietary notices intact.

5.2 Trademarks

Cloudynorth, our logo, and other marks used on our website are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cloudynorth. Other trademarks, service marks, and trade names may be owned by their respective owners.

5.3 Third-Party Content

We reference third-party platforms and resources (such as InStat TV, WyScout, and YouTube channels) for educational purposes. These references do not imply endorsement, and all rights to third-party content belong to their respective owners.

5.4 Restrictions

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our Content without permission
• Use our Content for commercial purposes without a license
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Frame or mirror any portion of the website without authorization

6. User-Generated Content

When you submit feedback, survey responses, or other content through our website ("User Content"), you grant Cloudynorth a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for the purposes of operating and improving our services.

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content
• Your User Content does not violate any third-party rights
• Your User Content is accurate and not misleading
• Your User Content does not contain unlawful, harmful, or offensive material

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, without prior notice.

7. Third-Party Links and Resources

Our website contains links to third-party websites and resources, including educational platforms like InStat TV, WyScout, and YouTube channels. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites
• Any products, services, or information offered by third parties
• The accuracy or reliability of third-party content

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Educational Purpose

Our website and services are provided for educational and informational purposes only. The content should not be considered professional advice, and we make no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information provided.

8.2 No Warranties

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR WEBSITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

• The website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• The information provided will be accurate or reliable
• Any defects will be corrected
• The website or servers are free from viruses or harmful components

8.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, Cloudynorth AND ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE OR SERVICES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR NZ$100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

8.4 Jurisdictional Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Cloudynorth and its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use of the website or services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your User Content

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our website, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

We comply with the Privacy Act 2020 of New Zealand and implement appropriate measures to protect your personal information. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.

11. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For detailed information about our use of cookies, including how to manage your cookie preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our website at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms.

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the website will immediately cease
• Any provisions of these Terms that should survive termination will remain in effect
• We may delete any User Content you have submitted

You may discontinue use of our website at any time.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand. However, we retain the right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction.

14. Dispute Resolution

If you have a dispute with us, we encourage you to contact us first to seek an informal resolution. We are committed to working with you to reach a fair resolution of any disputes.

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, you may have the option to pursue dispute resolution through mediation or arbitration, as permitted by New Zealand law.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and may notify you through the website or via email.

Material changes will be effective upon posting, and your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using our website.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Cloudynorth regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and representations.

18. Waiver

No waiver of any provision of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such provision or any other provision. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

19. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights and obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms to any affiliate or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to you.

20. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please contact us:

21. Acknowledgment

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website or services.