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Terms of Use

 


OMV Sports Network

Effective Date: [01/07/2026]

Welcome to OMV Sports Network (“OMV Sports Network”, “OMV”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).

OMV Sports Network is a global digital platform designed to connect professionals, organisations, businesses, institutions, and stakeholders across the sports industry. By accessing or using our website, mobile applications, products, or services (collectively, the “Platform”), you agree to comply with these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not access or use the Platform.


1. About OMV Sports Network

OMV Sports Network is a professional ecosystem created for individuals and organisations involved in sports, including but not limited to:

  • Athletes
  • Coaches
  • Scouts
  • Agents
  • Clubs
  • Academies
  • Leagues
  • Federations
  • Sports Journalists
  • Broadcasters
  • Sports Photographers
  • Sports Scientists
  • Medical Professionals
  • Referees
  • Event Organizers
  • Sponsors
  • Brands
  • Universities
  • Sports Businesses
  • Equipment Manufacturers
  • Investors
  • Volunteers
  • Fans using professional features

The platform provides networking opportunities, recruitment tools, education resources, career development, collaboration, communication, digital portfolios, and business solutions.


2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account.

Users under 18 may only use the Platform with the permission and supervision of a parent, guardian, school, academy, or sports organisation.

By creating an account, you confirm that:

  • your information is accurate;
  • you have legal authority to accept these Terms;
  • Your account will not be used for illegal purposes.

3. Account Registration

To use many platform features, you must create an account.

You agree to:

  • provide accurate information;
  • keep your information updated;
  • maintain the confidentiality of your password;
  • Immediately notify us of unauthorised account access.

You are responsible for all activities occurring under your account.


4. Professional Identity

OMV Sports Network promotes professional integrity.

Users must not:

  • impersonate another person;
  • create fake organizations;
  • falsely claim qualifications;
  • upload fraudulent certificates;
  • misrepresent employment history;
  • fabricate player statistics or achievements.

We reserve the right to verify credentials where appropriate.

Verified profiles may receive additional platform features.


5. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Platform responsibly.

You must NOT:

  • harass users;
  • discriminate;
  • bully;
  • intimidate;
  • threaten violence;
  • publish illegal content;
  • spread malware;
  • hack the Platform;
  • scrape user data;
  • automate fake accounts;
  • interfere with platform security;
  • upload viruses;
  • exploit bugs.

6. User Content

You retain ownership of content you upload, including:

  • profiles
  • photos
  • videos
  • resumes
  • player highlights
  • coaching materials
  • certificates
  • documents
  • job listings
  • articles
  • comments
  • event information

However, by uploading content, you grant OMV Sports Network a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to host, display, distribute, reproduce, and process that content solely for operating, improving, promoting, and delivering the platform.

You confirm you own or have permission to upload all content.


7. Intellectual Property

All platform content, excluding user-generated content, belongs to OMV Sports Network, including:

  • software
  • branding
  • logos
  • trademarks
  • graphics
  • databases
  • interface design
  • AI systems
  • algorithms
  • source code

You may not copy, redistribute, reverse engineer, or commercially exploit our intellectual property without written permission.


8. Professional Networking Standards

The platform is intended for legitimate professional use.

Users should:

  • communicate respectfully;
  • provide truthful information;
  • honor commitments;
  • maintain professional conduct;
  • avoid spam;
  • respect confidentiality.

OMV reserves the right to suspend accounts engaging in unethical conduct.


9. Recruitment Services

OMV Sports Network allows organisations to

  • recruit players;
  • recruit coaches;
  • recruit staff;
  • advertise vacancies;
  • scout talent.

OMV does not guarantee the following:

  • employment;
  • contracts;
  • player selection;
  • scholarship awards;
  • transfers;
  • recruitment outcomes.

Employment agreements remain solely between the parties involved.


10. Marketplace

Where available, users may buy or sell products and services.

OMV Sports Network acts only as a platform.

We are not responsible for:

  • product quality;
  • delivery;
  • refunds;
  • warranties;
  • negotiations.

Transactions remain between buyers and sellers.


11. Payments

Some services may require payment.

Examples include:

  • Premium Memberships
  • Verified Accounts
  • Recruitment Tools
  • Advertising
  • Featured Listings
  • Learning Programs
  • Event Registration
  • Digital Certifications

Payments are generally non-refundable unless required by law or expressly stated otherwise.


12. AI Services

OMV Sports Network may use artificial intelligence to provide the following:

  • recommendations;
  • career suggestions;
  • networking recommendations;
  • profile optimization;
  • recruitment matching;
  • analytics;
  • content assistance.

AI-generated outputs are informational only and should not replace professional judgement.


13. User Communications

Users may communicate through:

  • messaging
  • comments
  • groups
  • forums
  • events
  • communities

You remain solely responsible for communications you send.

OMV reserves the right to remove abusive or unlawful communications.


14. Events

The platform may promote the following:

  • tournaments;
  • conferences;
  • seminars;
  • coaching clinics;
  • networking sessions;
  • webinars.

Event organisers are responsible for their own events.

OMV is not liable for cancellations, injuries, or disputes arising from third-party events.


15. Educational Content

Educational materials are provided for informational purposes.

Completion of courses does not guarantee employment, licensing, certification, or accreditation unless specifically stated.


16. Privacy

Your use of the Platform is governed by our Privacy Policy.

We collect and process information to:

  • operate the Platform;
  • improve services;
  • protect users;
  • comply with legal obligations.

17. Copyright Policy

If you believe your copyright has been infringed, submit a notice containing:

  • your name;
  • contact information;
  • proof of ownership;
  • identification of the material;
  • URL of the infringing content.

We may remove allegedly infringing material while investigating.


18. Suspension and Termination

We may suspend or terminate accounts that:

  • violate these Terms;
  • commit fraud;
  • abuse users;
  • upload illegal content;
  • engage in scams;
  • manipulate platform systems.

Users may delete their accounts at any time, subject to applicable legal and record-retention requirements.


19. Disclaimers

The platform is provided “as is” and “as available”.

We do not guarantee:

  • uninterrupted service;
  • continuous availability;
  • error-free operation;
  • employment opportunities;
  • business success;
  • athlete recruitment;
  • sponsorship deals;
  • investment opportunities.

20. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OMV Sports Network shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Platform. Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to use the applicable service during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.


21. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless OMV Sports Network, its directors, officers, employees, affiliates, and partners against claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the platform or violation of these terms.


22. Third-Party Services

The Platform may link to third-party websites or integrate with external services. OMV Sports Network does not control or endorse third-party content and is not responsible for their products, services, or practices.


23. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which OMV Sports Network is incorporated, unless mandatory local law requires otherwise. Disputes should first be addressed through good-faith negotiation before either party commences court proceedings.


24. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through the platform or by other reasonable means. Continued use of the Platform after updated Terms become effective constitutes acceptance of those changes.


25. Contact Information

Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to:

OMV Sports Network

Email: legal@omvsportsnetwork.com (replace if different)

Website: https://omvsportsnetwork.com


Recommended Companion Legal Documents

To launch the OMV Sports Network with a comprehensive legal framework, you should also publish the following:

  1. Privacy Policy
  2. Cookie Policy
  3. Community Guidelines
  4. Recruitment & Employment Policy
  5. Marketplace Terms and Seller Policy
  6. Payment & Refund Policy
  7. Copyright (DMCA) Policy
  8. AI Usage & Responsible AI Policy
  9. Advertising Policy
  10. Verification Policy
  11. Event Organizer Terms
  12. Data Processing Agreement (for enterprise customers)
  13. Code of Professional Conduct
  14. Safety & Anti-Harassment Policy
  15. Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy (important if youth athletes or academies use the platform)

These documents reflect the governance expected of a global professional networking platform and complement the Terms of Use.