Effective Date: April 30, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to BluChip.com and BluChip Scout, a digital platform designed to connect and empower student-athletes. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, mobile application, and any other services we provide (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our website, BluChip Scout, and other related platforms, you agree to comply with these Terms. Please read them carefully, as they are legally binding.
Acceptance of Terms
1.1 Agreement to Terms
By using BluChip’s Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms or our Privacy Policy, you must refrain from using our Services.
1.2 Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years old to use BluChip’s Services. By accessing and using our website and mobile applications, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old.
User Accounts and Registration
2.1 Account Creation
To access certain features of BluChip’s Services, you may need to create a user account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during the registration process. It is your responsibility to keep your account information updated.
2.2 Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. If you believe your account has been compromised or accessed without authorization, you must notify us immediately.
Use of the Website and Services
3.1 Permitted Use
You may use BluChip’s website, mobile application, and other Services only for personal, non-commercial purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
3.2 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to engage in the following prohibited activities:
User Content
4.1 Ownership of User Content
You retain ownership of any content that you upload, post, or transmit via BluChip’s Services (“User Content”). However, by submitting User Content, you grant BluChip a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display your User Content in connection with the Services.
4.2 Prohibited Content
You agree not to upload, post, or transmit any content that is:
Intellectual Property
5.1 Ownership of BluChip’s Intellectual Property
BluChip owns all intellectual property rights in its website, mobile application, and Services, including, but not limited to, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets.
5.2 Limited License
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, BluChip grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial use.
Disclaimer of Warranties
BluChip’s Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without any warranties, either express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content or features offered through our Services.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, BluChip shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our Services.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold BluChip harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses arising from your use of our Services or any violation of these Terms.
Termination
BluChip reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the website, mobile application, and Services at any time, for any reason, without notice. Upon termination, the provisions of these Terms that by their nature survive termination will continue to apply.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Georgia. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of BluChip’s Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of an Arbitration Institution of BluChip’s choosing.
Changes to These Terms
BluChip may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated “Effective Date” listed at the top. By continuing to use our Services after any updates, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at feedback@gobluchip.com.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and BluChip regarding your use of our website, mobile application, and Services.
By accessing or using BluChip’s website, mobile application, or other Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms.
Effective Date: April 30, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how BluChip, including our BluChip Scout platform, collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website (https://gobluchip.com) or use our mobile application (collectively, the “Platform”). We value your privacy and are dedicated to safeguarding your personal information. By using our Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information:
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with our Platform. This includes your name, email address, postal address, phone number, job application data (e.g., resume), and other details you choose to share. This data may be collected when you sign up for an account, apply for jobs, fill out forms, participate in surveys, or engage in other activities on our Platform.
1.2 Usage Information:
We also gather non-personal information about your use of our Platform. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your visits. This information helps us analyze trends, improve our Platform, and understand user behavior.
2. Use of Information
2.1 Personal Information:
We use the personal information you provide to:
2.2 Usage Information:
We may use non-personal information to analyze trends, track user behavior, improve the Platform’s functionality, and gather demographic data.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy. However, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Platform, conducting business, or providing services to you. These third parties are required to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
We may also disclose your personal information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Platform. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us recognize your browser and remember certain information. You may control your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on the Platform.
5. Security
We employ reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please be aware that no security measure is completely foolproof, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by BluChip. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
7. Children’s Privacy
BluChip’s Platform is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it.
8. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated version will be effective as of the date specified at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at feedback[at]gobluchip.com.
10. BluChip Scout and Job Application Information
For users of BluChip Scout, your personal and application data, including resumes and job search information, may be shared with employers for potential job matching purposes. You retain control over your personal data, and it will only be used as part of the recruitment and job search process through BluChip Scout. You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data through your account settings or by contacting our support team.
By using our Platform and BluChip Scout, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.