These Terms of Use were last modified on 21.03.2025.
Please read these terms in full before using our Website. It is the responsibility of the User to attentively read and understand the Terms of Use before proceeding to use the Website for its intended purposes. Users who view the Website are considered to have read, understood and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use.
Terms of Use
The Terms of Use establish the agreement between us, referred to as the ‘Provider,’ and all individuals or entities who access the Website and utilize its services and content, referred to as the ‘User.’ Together, the Provider and User will be collectively referred to as the ‘Parties.’
Interpretations
The headings are included solely for clarity and to improve the readability of these Terms of Use. They are not intended to serve as a basis for interpreting the content of the paragraphs they precede. The headings do not create any obligations on the Provider.
General
By accessing and using any features or services provided by the Provider on the website www.hotspawn.com (the ‘Website'), as well as engaging with the information, materials, and links available, you agree to comply with the Terms of Use outlined below.
Unless otherwise explicitly agreed in writing by the Provider, these Terms of Use represent the full agreement governing the relationship between the Provider and the User concerning the User's use of the Website, including all its functionalities.
The Provider reserves the right to modify, update, add to, suspend, or terminate these Terms of Use at any time. Users are encouraged to regularly review the content of these pages. By continuing to use the Website, the User agrees to be bound by the Terms of Use and any updates made to them, regardless of whether they are aware of the changes.
The Provider is not obligated to ensure that all Users comply with the most recent version of the Terms of Use. The version of the Terms of Use available on the Website is considered the operative and binding version.
The Website may only be used for lawful purposes. Users are prohibited from using the Website to transmit, distribute, publish, or store any material that violates applicable laws, regulations, or the rights of third parties. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Activities that infringe on intellectual property rights such as copyrights, trademarks, or trade secrets.
- Sharing content that is obscene or harmful to minors.
- Engaging in illegal acts, harassment, libel, or defamation.
- Violating privacy or data protection laws.
- Committing fraud.
- Breaching exchange control or gambling regulations.
In cases of misuse or abuse of the Website, the Provider reserves the right to terminate or block a User’s access to the Website and/or their User account. Additionally, the Provider may pursue legal action against the User at its sole discretion.
Promoting third-party websites in the comments section of the Provider’s content is strictly prohibited. Violations of this term may result in the restriction of the User’s access to the Website and or/their User account.
Services
The Website serves as an informational and interactive platform featuring details about esports providers, including their rules and game mechanics as well as gamification. The tips, strategies, and statistical data available on the Website are sourced from independent third parties, internal research, or official sources. While the Provider strives to keep the content and information on the Website up-to-date, Users are encouraged to verify details from additional sources. The Provider assumes no responsibility for how Users choose to apply the tips, strategies, or other information provided on the Website.
The Website may provide the opportunity for Users to enter contests, subscriptions and make purchases from time to time. Such contests, subscriptions and purchases will have their own applicable and official rules which must be reviewed and understood by the participating Users prior to entry. Users are strictly prohibited from entering any contest, subscription or purchase if under the age of 18.
Intellectual Property
Users are strictly prohibited from copying, modifying, altering, distributing, transmitting, displaying, reproducing, transferring, uploading, downloading, or otherwise using any content from the Website without obtaining prior written consent from the Provider. Violations of this rule may breach intellectual property laws applicable within the European Union and other relevant jurisdictions. The Provider, along with authorized representatives, retains the right to pursue legal action and claim damages to the fullest extent permitted by law against any party violating this provision, whether directly or indirectly.
Third Party Websites
The User agrees that any interactions with third parties following their visit to the Website, whether intentional or accidental, and any resulting outcomes, are entirely independent of the Provider’s responsibilities. The Provider shall not be held liable for any agreements, expectations, or consequences arising from such interactions, whether directly or indirectly.
Any disputes or claims between the User and third parties are solely between those parties and do not involve the Provider. The User acknowledges that third parties, including advertisers and partners of the Website, may have access to certain Personal Data or other information shared with the Provider, as permitted by the Website’s Privacy Policy. By using the Website, the User consents to such data sharing in accordance with applicable laws and the Privacy Policy.
Multimedia Content
The Provider is not responsible for the content of external websites that can be accessed through the Website. Furthermore, all video content displayed on the Website is neither hosted on the Provider’s servers nor created or uploaded to the hosting server by the Provider.
Embedded Content
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the User has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Breach of Terms of Use
If the User breaches any provision of the Terms of Use or if the Provider has reasonable grounds to suspect that the User, directly or indirectly, has failed to comply with any of its terms, the Provider reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to terminate or restrict the User's access to the Website, deactivate any account associated with the User, and take legal action as deemed appropriate.
Compliance with Laws
Users are encouraged to comply with the laws applicable in their place of domicile, residence, or current location. The Provider is not liable for any actions taken by authorities against Users in connection with their use of the Website.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use are to be interpreted and governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflicts of law principles. The Parties agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales for any disputes arising from or related to these Terms of Use.
No Partnership, Agency or Joint Venture
These Terms of Use are not intended to create any partnership, agency, or joint venture relationship between the Provider and the User.
Waiver
Any waiver by the Provider of a breach of any provision of these Terms of Use by a User shall not be interpreted as a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same provision or any other provision of these Terms of Use.
Disclaimers
Warranties and Representations
The Provider makes no guarantees, promises, or warranties (explicit or implied) regarding the accuracy or suitability of the content on the Website for any particular purpose, except for warranties that cannot be excluded under the applicable law governing these Terms of Use.
The use of the Website is entirely at the User’s own risk. The Website is not intended for gaming or gambling activities and does not provide such services. As a result, it does not manage player funds or participate in gaming transactions.
The Provider cannot ensure the complete accuracy or security of the information provided on the Website. There is no guarantee that the content is regularly updated or that the available features and information are fully reliable. Users who access the Website do so voluntarily and bear the responsibility of complying with applicable local laws.
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, advertisements, sponsorships, partnerships, or other content. These external resources operate under their own terms and conditions, usually outlined on their respective platforms. While these links are offered for user convenience and interest, the Provider does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content they contain. Additionally, the Provider makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy or availability of information or content outside its domain. The Provider has not reviewed the software available on third-party websites and cannot guarantee its quality, safety, reliability, or suitability.
Damage and/or Loss
The Provider assumes no liability for any gains or losses incurred on third-party websites resulting from the use of information provided on the Website. Furthermore, the Provider is not responsible for any direct or indirect issues experienced by Users or third parties due to Website usage. This includes, but is not limited to, damages arising from commercial losses, loss of privileges, business interruptions, loss of commercial data, or any other economic or consequential losses.
Without limiting the scope of the above, the Provider explicitly disclaims responsibility for the following:
- involvement in or liability for illegal activities;
- legal actions or alternative measures taken by any party;
- breaches of the Provider’s rules;
- any losses or damages suffered by Users or third parties as a result of changes, interruptions, or discontinuation of the Website’s operation;
- advice or guidance provided by the Provider, in any form;
- losses or damages arising from the use of the Website, its content, or links suggested by the Provider;
- unauthorized or improper use of the Website or its content, including omissions, defects, or circumstances beyond the Provider's control;
- discrepancies in services, functionalities, or Website components caused by viruses, glitches, or similar issues, and any related harm, expenses, or claims;
- unauthorized access by third parties to restricted areas of the Website using a User’s login credentials;
- actions or omissions by internet service providers or other third parties granting access to the Website, as well as disputes arising between Users and their providers, which are outside the Provider’s scope of responsibility;
- claims arising from damages caused by content uploaded by other Users or unauthorized third parties; and errors, inaccuracies, misprints, misunderstandings, technical faults, or events of Force Majeure, including but not limited to translation errors, transaction mishaps, registration issues, or other similar incidents.
Privacy Policy
www.hotspawn.com (herein referred to as the ‘Website’) is committed to respecting the privacy of all individuals who access or use the Website (referred to as “Users”) and to protecting their personal information. The Website may collect and process Users' “Personal Data” solely to provide the services offered and for purposes explicitly outlined herein. This Privacy Policy complies with international standards, Canadian privacy laws, and EU regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679).
We handle your personal data responsibly and lawfully, in full compliance with applicable data protection laws and the GDPR (EU Regulation 2016/679).
Collection of Personal Data
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in this Privacy Policy, the Website does not collect any Personal Data while Users are simply browsing. However, when Users access additional or advanced services offered on the Website after registration, certain Personal Data may be required. In such cases, the Website will obtain Users' consent before collecting or using their Personal Data. During registration or at other stages, Users may be asked to provide login credentials, typically an email address and password.
Providing Personal Data and consenting to its collection is entirely optional. However, Users who choose not to provide consent may be unable to access certain services or features of the Website.
Your Rights as a Data Subject
Right to Access
Users have the right to request written information from the Controller regarding the collection and/or use of their Personal Data. These requests should be submitted to the Controller in writing. Users who have an account on this site, or have left comments, can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about such User, including any data that has been provided to us.
The Website is dedicated to making reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the Personal Data it collects. However, Users are encouraged to notify the Website of any updates or changes to their Personal Data.
Right to Object
You may contact us at any time to request that we stop processing your Personal Data for marketing purposes, such as receiving updates about upcoming events, newsletters, or publications. Upon receiving your request, we will cease processing your data for these purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent
You have the right to withdraw your consent to this statement and the processing practices described herein at any time. Such withdrawal will not affect the legality of any processing carried out prior to the withdrawal. However, revoking your consent will require the immediate cessation of our services.
Right to Rectification
You have the right to request the correction of any inaccurate Personal Data we have processed about you, update any outdated information, and complete any incomplete Personal Data. This may include providing additional details through a supplementary statement
Right to Erasure
You have the right to request the deletion of your Personal Data held by us when it is no longer necessary for processing. This applies in cases where you withdraw your consent for processing, the data is no longer required, or it has been processed unlawfully. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Right to Restriction of Processing
You have the right to restrict our processing activities in the following circumstances:
- You contest the accuracy of your Personal Data, allowing us time to verify its correctness.
- Our processing is deemed unlawful, and you prefer to restrict the use of your Personal Data rather than have it erased.
- We no longer require your Personal Data for the original purposes, but you need it to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.
- You have objected to our processing and are awaiting confirmation as to whether our legitimate interests override your own.Bottom of Form
Purposes for the Collection and Use of Personal Data
The Personal Data gathered by the Website will be handled in compliance with applicable privacy laws and exclusively for the following purposes:
- Facilitating communication with Users
- Issuing new passwords to Users for their personal accounts
- Offering advanced services that can be configured to some extent on the Website
- Enhancing the content provided by the Website
- Delivering personalized content and/or layouts to Users on the Website
- Delivering the brand newsletter to Users who elect to receive it
- Providing marketing tracking to enhance User experience
- Offering subscription and other services for purchase
- Enhancing the detection of spam
Legal basis for Processing
We will only process your Personal Data if you have given consent or if it is necessary for us to provide the services we offer and/or for the purposes outlined in this statement. Additionally, we may process your Personal Data based on legitimate interests or to fulfill legal obligations. This may involve defending legal claims or complying with orders from courts, tribunals, or authorities.
Disclosure to Third Parties
The Provider does not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise share Users' Personal Data with third parties without obtaining their explicit consent. However, Personal Data may be disclosed to third parties in the event of a Website sale.
This does not affect the Provider’s legal obligation to disclose Users' Personal Data to third parties as required by law.
Additionally, disclosure may occur when absolutely necessary for one or more specified purposes of collecting and using Personal Data. In such cases, the Website will seek the express prior consent of the Users involved.
The Provider also reserves the right to share statistical information about Users, sales, traffic, and related Website data with third parties, provided that no individual User is identified.
Marketing Communications
You will receive marketing communications from us if you have specifically requested such information by providing your details through this Website and opting in to receive it. We will not share your Personal Data with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
IP Addresses, Comments and Images
To improve Website management and collect general demographic information for aggregate analysis, the Website automatically logs Users' IP addresses and the pages they visit.
Additionally, when a User submits comments on the Website, their IP address and browser user agent are collected to support spam detection efforts. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Users of the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
A “cookie” is a small piece of data stored on a User's computer by a web server, used to personalize their web experience. The Website uses cookies to store information about Users' interactions, which may be required for future features. Users can disable cookies through their browser settings.
We use cookies to customize content and advertisements, provide social media features, and analyze website traffic. Additionally, we share information about your site usage with our Website analytics partners, certain advertising partners (programmatic), and social media platforms (only when you log in using social accounts).
For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy and any specific Privacy Notices provided when your Personal Data is collected or processed, ensuring transparency about how and why your data is used.
The Period for which Personal Data is Kept
Personal Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. If a user account remains inactive for 14 months, all associated Personal Data will be deleted. This excludes any data that we are required to retain for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Transfers of Personal Data outside EEA
The Controller does not transfer any Personal Data outside the European Economic Area. If such a transfer becomes necessary, the Controller will take appropriate measures to ensure your Personal Data is adequately protected.
Security
The Website and the Controller have implemented various technical and organizational measures to protect communication against the destruction, loss, misuse, or alteration of collected and used Personal Data. These measures include secure data transfers via HTTPS, which encrypts communication between the User's device and the Provider's servers. However, while these precautions enhance security, the Provider cannot guarantee complete protection against such incidents.
Third Party Websites
Third-party websites are not covered by this Privacy Policy. For the convenience of Users, the Website contains links to external sites. However, the Website is not responsible for the content of these third-party sites or the privacy measures they employ. Users should be aware that websites accessed through these links may not have adequate Privacy Policies in place.
Please be aware that we may share your personal data to the websites of our partner networks, advertisers and affiliates. Please also note that these websites operate under their own privacy notices, and we are not responsible for any information submitted to or collected by these websites.
Acceptance
Users' consent to the collection and use of their Personal Data by the Website and the Controller is governed by the Privacy Policy outlined above. Users are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about its terms and any updates made by the Website.
