Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using cyclingevents.online (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree, you must not use the Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Cyclingevents ("we," "us," or "our").

2. Description of Service

Cyclingevents is a platform that enables users to discover, create, and share cycling events and group rides. The Service displays events on an interactive map and provides tools for event management, RSVPs, and community interaction. We act solely as a platform provider and are not an organizer, sponsor, or participant of any events listed.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years of age to create an account or use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

4. User Accounts

• You may create an account using third-party OAuth providers (Google, Strava, Facebook).
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and for all activities under your account.
• You agree to provide accurate and current information.
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

5. User Content

"User Content" means any content you submit, including event listings, descriptions, files (GPX, PDF), route links, and profile information.

• You retain ownership of your User Content.
• By submitting User Content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute it in connection with the Service.
• You represent that your User Content does not infringe any third-party rights.
• We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms.

6. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Create events that are fraudulent, misleading, or spam
• Upload malicious files or content designed to harm users or the Service
• Impersonate another person or entity
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or other users' accounts
• Use automated means (bots, scrapers) to access the Service without permission
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Harass, threaten, or intimidate other users
• Promote illegal activities or dangerous behavior

7. Event Disclaimer

Cyclingevents is a platform for listing cycling events and does not organize, verify, or endorse any events. We are not responsible for the accuracy of event information, the safety of events, or any damages arising from your participation in events found through the Service. You participate in all events at your own risk. Always exercise appropriate caution and follow local traffic laws and safety regulations.

8. Payments and Premium Features

Certain features may require payment (e.g., premium event listings). All payments are processed through Stripe and are subject to Stripe's terms of service. Payments are non-refundable unless otherwise required by applicable law. We reserve the right to change pricing at any time with reasonable notice.

9. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its design, code, and branding, is owned by Cyclingevents and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute any part of the Service without our prior written consent.

10. Third-Party Trademarks

Strava, Google, Facebook, Meta, Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, and all associated logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Cyclingevents is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of these companies. Their names and logos are used on this Service solely for identification and informational purposes, such as indicating OAuth login providers and supported route platforms.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Cyclingevents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service, including but not limited to personal injury, property damage, or loss of data. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. We do not warrant the accuracy or completeness of any event listings or user content.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cyclingevents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third-party rights.

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the European Union and the applicable national laws of the jurisdiction in which the operator is established, without regard to conflict of law principles.

16. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via the Service or by email to registered users. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

17. Contact

For questions about these Terms, please visit our Contact page.