Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Basketball Ninja ("we," "us," or "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

1.1 Agreement to Terms

• These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Basketball Ninja
• By using our website and tools, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms
• If you are using our services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization

1.2 Modifications

• We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time
• Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date
• Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms
• We encourage you to review these terms periodically

2. Description of Service

2.1 Our Services

Basketball Ninja provides free online basketball tools, calculators, and educational resources including:

• Statistical calculators (shooting percentages, PER, pace analysis, etc.)
• Performance analyzers (fantasy basketball, draft analysis, etc.)
• Training planners and workout schedulers
• Measurement converters and utility tools
• Tournament brackets and organizational tools
• Educational content and basketball insights

2.2 Service Availability

• We strive to maintain 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service
• Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues
• We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue services at any time
• No advance notice is required for service changes, though we'll try to provide notice when possible

2.3 Free Service

• All Basketball Ninja tools and services are provided free of charge
• We do not require payment, registration, or subscription fees
• Free access is supported by our commitment to basketball community service
• We reserve the right to introduce premium features in the future while maintaining free core services

3. User Responsibilities and Conduct

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use Basketball Ninja tools and services in a lawful and responsible manner:

• Use tools for legitimate basketball analysis, education, or entertainment purposes
• Respect intellectual property rights and don't copy or redistribute our content without permission
• Don't attempt to reverse engineer, hack, or circumvent our security measures
• Provide accurate information when contacting us or submitting feedback

3.2 Prohibited Uses

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

• Abuse: Don't overload our servers or attempt to disrupt service for other users
• Illegal Activity: Don't use our tools for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Spam: Don't send unsolicited communications through our contact forms
• Malicious Content: Don't attempt to introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Commercial Scraping: Don't automatically extract data for commercial purposes without permission
• Impersonation: Don't impersonate Basketball Ninja or our team members

3.3 Account Responsibility

While we don't require user accounts:

• You are responsible for your use of our services
• Don't share access credentials if we implement accounts in the future
• Report any security vulnerabilities you discover to us immediately
• Take reasonable precautions to protect your device and data when using our tools

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Content

Basketball Ninja retains ownership of:

• All software code, algorithms, and calculation methods
• Website design, graphics, logos, and branding elements
• Educational content, articles, and instructional materials
• Tool interfaces, user experience design, and functionality

4.2 Your Use Rights

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to:

• Use our tools for personal, educational, or professional basketball analysis
• Share results and insights generated by our tools
• Link to our website and specific tools
• Reference our tools in presentations, articles, or educational materials

4.3 Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or create derivative works of our software or content
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attribution
• Sell, rent, lease, or distribute our tools or content
• Use our trademarks or branding without written permission

4.4 User Contributions

When you provide feedback, suggestions, or content to us:

• You grant us a perpetual, royalty-free license to use your contributions
• You confirm that your contributions don't violate third-party rights
• We may implement your suggestions without compensation or attribution
• You retain ownership of any personal information in your contributions

5. Disclaimers and Limitations

5.1 "As Is" Service

Basketball Ninja tools and services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind:

• No Warranties: We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding accuracy, reliability, or fitness for purpose
• Use at Your Risk: You use our tools at your own risk and discretion
• No Guarantees: We don't guarantee that our tools will meet your specific needs or expectations
• Continuous Improvement: We work to improve accuracy but cannot eliminate all errors or bugs

5.2 Calculation Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy in all calculations:

• Results are based on formulas and data you provide
• We use official basketball formulas but cannot guarantee perfect accuracy in all cases
• You should verify critical calculations independently
• Rules and formulas in basketball may change, and we update our tools accordingly

5.3 Educational Purpose

• Our tools are designed for educational and informational purposes
• They should not be the sole basis for important decisions
• Professional analysis should consider multiple factors beyond our calculations
• Consult with qualified professionals for critical applications

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 No Liability for Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Basketball Ninja shall not be liable for:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use our services
• Any damages arising from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in our tools

6.2 Maximum Liability

• Our total liability to you for any claims shall not exceed $100 USD
• This limitation applies regardless of the theory of liability
• Some jurisdictions don't allow limitation of liability, so these limitations may not apply to you

6.3 Third-Party Content

• We may link to third-party websites or resources
• We are not responsible for the availability, content, or accuracy of third-party sites
• Links do not imply endorsement of third-party content or services
• Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Basketball Ninja harmless from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our services in violation of these terms
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Your infringement of third-party rights
• Any content you submit to us that violates third-party rights

8. Privacy and Data Protection

• Your privacy is important to us and is governed by our Privacy Policy
• We collect minimal personal information and only when you voluntarily provide it
• Our tools are designed to work without storing your personal data
• Please review our Privacy Policy for complete information about data handling

9. Termination

9.1 Termination by You

• You may stop using our services at any time
• No formal termination process is required
• Provisions regarding intellectual property and liability survive termination

9.2 Termination by Us

• We may restrict or terminate access for violation of these terms
• We may discontinue services at any time with or without notice
• Termination may be immediate for serious violations or abuse

10. Governing Law and Disputes

10.1 Governing Law

• These terms are governed by the laws of the United States
• Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with applicable federal and state laws
• International users agree to jurisdiction in United States courts

10.2 Dispute Resolution

• We encourage informal resolution of disputes through direct communication
• Contact us first to discuss any concerns or issues
• Formal disputes may be subject to arbitration or court proceedings
• You waive the right to participate in class-action lawsuits against us

11. General Provisions

11.1 Severability

• If any provision of these terms is invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect
• Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid provisions that closely match the original intent

11.2 Entire Agreement

• These terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Basketball Ninja
• These terms supersede any prior agreements or communications regarding use of our services

11.3 Assignment

• You may not assign or transfer your rights under these terms
• We may assign these terms in connection with a sale, merger, or transfer of our business

11.4 Force Majeure

• We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control
• This includes natural disasters, government actions, or technical failures beyond our control

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service: