Welcome to TheRealEFL.co.uk. These Terms & Conditions outline the rules governing your use of our website – please read them carefully. The terms “we,” “us,” and “our” refer collectively to TheRealEFL and its current and future subsidiaries.
By accessing or using TheRealEFL, you agree to comply with these terms. We operate in accordance with applicable UK laws and regulations, so our terms align with the laws in force. These terms form a binding agreement between you and us. We recommend you print out a copy of these terms for future reference.
1. Definitions and Interpretation
In these Terms & Conditions, certain terms have specific meanings. “Website” refers to TheRealEFL.co.uk. We might refer to anyone accessing or using this website as “user,” “member,” “player,” or “bettor”. “Content” includes articles, images, logos, videos, and other materials published on TheRealEFL.co.uk. “Services” refer to the information, betting comparisons, predictions, and other features provided by TheRealEFL. These definitions apply throughout this document.
2. Use of the Website
TheRealEFL provides the latest sports news, bookmaker reviews, and insights into the English Football League (EFL). By using this website, you agree to follow the outlined rules and regulations regarding access, behaviour, and engagement.
2.1 Eligibility & Access
TheRealEFL is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18 years of age or do not accept these terms, please do not use our website or access any content related to it. You may not be eligible to use our services if it is unlawful to do so where you are located. Please, check your local laws regarding consuming online gambling-related content before using our website.
By accessing or using our website, you confirm that you meet the minimum age requirement, are legally allowed to use our service, and accept these Terms & Conditions.
2.2 Acceptable Use Policy
You agree to use our service only for personal, non-commercial, and lawful purposes. You must not engage in any unlawful activities, including hacking, spamming, or posting offensive content when using our website.
All interactions, including but limited to comments, forum participation, emails, and live chat messages (if applicable), must be respectful and relevant. You must also comply with UK copyright and intellectual property laws when engaging with the content on this website.
2.3 User Accounts
Some features of TheRealEFL, including participating in occasional competitions, may require you to create an account with us. In such instances, you are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and ensuring that your account remains secure.
If you choose to engage with the bookmakers we recommend, opening and maintaining accounts with them is your responsibility. TheRealEFL is not liable for the security or confidentiality of any accounts you hold with these bookmakers.
3. Content Ownership & Intellectual Property
TheRealEFL is committed to protecting its intellectual property while also respecting user contributions.
3.1 TheRealEFL’s Content
All content on our website, including but not limited to articles, images, logos, videos, and other materials published on it, is owned by or licensed to TheRealEFL. No content on our website shall, in any form, be copied, reproduced, or distributed without our prior written consent.
TheRealEFL.co.uk is a trademark belonging to and controlled by us. You may not use any trademarks connected to our service without our permission. You, however, retain ownership of any content you post as a comment, email, or message.
3.2 User-Generated Content
If you submit content such as comments or forum posts, you grant TheRealEFL a non-exclusive licence to use, modify, and display this content. Although we strive to keep the information on our website up-to-date and relevant, some of it is provided by third parties, including user-generated content, so we might not be able to verify such information.
We recommend you separately verify the accuracy of any information on our website before using or relying on it. While we make efforts to ensure that the promotions and odds we display on our site from bookmakers are accurate, we cannot guarantee in all cases that they will be available to you when you create an account or place a bet. As such, you are responsible for checking and verifying such information offered by a bookmaker before betting with that bookmaker.
TheRealEFL reserves the right to remove any inappropriate or offensive material you share at its discretion.
4. Third-Party Links & Affiliate Disclosure
TheRealEFL may provide links to external websites. This section describes the level of responsibility and control we have over such links.
4.1 External Links
Our website contains links to websites and apps provided by third parties, including betting sites, EFL team pages, and other sports-related resources. We provide third-party links for informational purposes only and do not endorse or take responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any external sites we link to.
Some third-party sites collect data and solicit information from you when creating an account or making payments, for example. We are not responsible for collecting such data or having access to the information you provide to third parties. By clicking the links on our website to third parties, you agree that TheRealEFL is not responsible for any betting or transaction you carry out with any of the betting partners you sign up with.
We encourage you to review third-party terms and conditions before engaging with those sites.
4.2 Affiliate Links & Advertising
TheRealEFL operates on an affiliate marketing model, meaning we may earn commissions when you sign up through our affiliate links. This comes at no extra cost to you and enables us to provide high-quality and unbiased content to all our readers.
Our editorial content remains independent, and affiliate partnerships do not influence our reviews or recommendations.
5. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability
While we try our best to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not always guarantee its accuracy or reliability.
5.1 General Disclaimer
All content, including articles, images, videos, logos, or other material, on TheRealEFL is provided for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee that the information you consume on our site will always be accurate, complete, or up to date.
The sports betting industry, including match outcomes, managers, and player transfers, is always changing, which may not always be immediately reflected on our website. For more details, we encourage you to refer to our Disclaimer Page.
5.2 Betting & Gambling Disclaimer
No betting or any other form of gambling occurs within TheRealEFL.co.uk. However, we partner with bookmakers through affiliate links that provide such services. The content, including betting tips, advice, and predictions, provided on this website are strictly for informational and entertainment purposes only. Such content represents the opinions and views of individual authors, tipsters, and contributors and does not constitute professional advice and should not be used for making any decisions, whether legal, financial, or otherwise.
TheRealEFL.co.uk and its contributors cannot be held responsible for any actions you take based on the information provided on this site. While you cannot bet or play for real money on our website, we implore you to always gamble responsibly and ensure you follow the latest UK gambling regulations. If you are at risk of developing a gambling problem or struggling with gambling addiction, we advise you to seek immediate help.
5.3 No Warranty & Limitation of Liability
TheRealEFL is provided “as is”, without warranties of any kind. As such, we are not liable for errors, technical issues, website downtime, or any damages resulting from the use of our platform.
Therefore, you agree that we will not be held liable for any inaccuracies, omissions, or delays in the information provided on TheRealEFL.co.uk.
6. Privacy & Data Protection
TheRealEFL respects your privacy and handles personal data in accordance with UK data protection laws. We do not currently collect personal data, but if you provide your email or any other information to us, we reserve the right to use it for marketing purposes either directly or indirectly. We might also use this information to keep you updated on the latest news, bookmakers, and betting strategies.
We might collect data through your IP address, including cookie information about the websites you visited before, during, and after accessing TheRealEFL.co.uk. This information is used to improve your experience on our platform. To protect ourselves from fraud or malicious access, we may share any access-related information with law enforcement or a court upon request.
To learn more about how we collect and manage your information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
7. Termination & Suspension of Access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our site at our discretion or if we find that you have violated these Terms and Conditions at any time. We might also terminate your access to our website in cases of fraudulent activity, abusive behaviour, or any other breach of our policies.
TheRealEFL may occasionally suspend general access to the website to allow for maintenance, repairs, updates, or upgrades for new features or functionalities. During this time, we cannot guarantee that your access to or use of our service or any sites or pages linked to it will be uninterrupted, error-free, or available.
8. Updates to the Terms & Conditions
Privacy laws and terms are always changing, so you might experience a change when we alter our terms and conditions to align with the latest requirements. We, therefore, reserve the right to update these terms at any time. When we do, we will revise the “last updated” date at the top of this page.
You will be notified of any significant changes via website notifications or email (if you have provided this information). We recommend you come back to this page frequently for any updates. Your continued use of this website and its services after an update signifies acceptance of the new terms.
9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms & Conditions, their subject matter, and formation are governed by UK law. UK courts will have exclusive jurisdiction over any legal disputes arising from or related to the use of this website or our service.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or interest regarding these Terms and Conditions, send us an email to contact@therealefl.co.uk and we will answer you as quickly as possible. You can also visit our Contact Us page for more ways to reach us.
By using TheRealEFL, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms & Conditions.