1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using TopStakes ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

TopStakes is an online poker leaderboard and statistics tracking platform. We aggregate publicly available tournament results and player performance data to provide rankings, statistics, and historical records. TopStakes is NOT a gambling platform. We do not facilitate, host, or operate any poker games, betting, or wagering activities.

3. User Accounts

To access certain features of the Service, you may create a user account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete registration information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

4. Player Verification

Users may request verification to link their account with a poker player profile. Verification requires proof of identity matching the claimed poker username. We reserve the right to approve or deny verification requests at our discretion.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Scrape, harvest, or collect data without permission
• Impersonate other players or misrepresent your identity
• Submit false verification requests
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service without permission

6. Data Accuracy

While we strive to maintain accurate player statistics and rankings, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of any data displayed. Tournament results are collected from third-party sources and may contain errors or omissions. Users should not rely solely on our data for financial or professional decisions.

7. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the Service are owned by TopStakes and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

8. User Content

By submitting content to the Service (including profile information, bios, and images), you grant TopStakes a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with the Service.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TOPSTAKES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

11. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. You may also delete your account at any time by contacting us.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We will notify users of significant changes via email or prominent notice on the Service.

13. Governing Law

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

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@topstakes.com

1. Introduction

TopStakes ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our poker leaderboard and statistics tracking service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Username, email address, password (encrypted)
• Profile Information: Display name, country, bio, profile picture
• Verification Data: PokerStars username, verification screenshots

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on site
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences

2.3 Publicly Available Data

We collect publicly available poker tournament results and player statistics from third-party sources to compile our leaderboards and rankings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Create and manage your account
• Process verification requests
• Display player profiles and rankings
• Send service-related communications
• Improve and optimize the Service
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Public Profile: Your username, display name, country, bio, and verified status are publicly visible
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of passwords using industry-standard hashing
• Secure HTTPS connections for all data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Player statistics and tournament results are retained indefinitely as part of our historical database. You may request deletion of your account and personal data at any time.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

8. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication status
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect functionality.

9. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover that a child has provided personal information, we will delete it promptly.

11. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers. We take steps to ensure adequate protection of your data regardless of location.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@topstakes.com