Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Odds API ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). These Terms apply to all users of the Service, whether acting as an individual ("Consumer") or on behalf of a company or other legal entity ("Business User"). If you are accepting these Terms on behalf of a company, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

3. Description of Service

Odds API provides real-time sports data through an application programming interface (API). Our Service delivers odds and related information from various bookmakers for informational, analytical, and research purposes. This data may be used for statistical analysis, data modeling, application development, market research, and other lawful analytical purposes.

We are a technology and data service provider. We do not operate, endorse, or have any affiliation with gambling, betting, or gaming services. Our platform exists solely to provide data infrastructure for developers, analysts, and researchers.

4. Free Tier and Account Eligibility

We offer a free tier with limited access to our Service. The following restrictions apply:

• Each user is eligible for one (1) free tier account only, regardless of email address or account details used
• Creating multiple accounts to access additional free tier benefits is strictly prohibited
• We reserve the right to immediately terminate accounts that attempt to circumvent free tier limitations
• We employ automated systems to detect duplicate accounts and fraudulent usage
• Free tier access may be modified or discontinued at our discretion

5. Account Registration and Security

To use our Service, you must:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain the security of your account credentials and API keys
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Use a valid email address and payment method

6. Subscription and Billing

By subscribing to our Service:

• You authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring monthly basis
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date. You will be clearly informed of the renewal date and price before each renewal
• You may cancel your subscription at any time through the billing portal
• All prices are displayed exclusive of taxes. Norwegian customers will be charged MVA (value added tax) in accordance with Norwegian tax law. Customers outside Norway are responsible for any local taxes or duties applicable in their jurisdiction
• Price changes will be communicated at least 30 days in advance
• Failed payments may result in service suspension or termination

7. Right of Withdrawal (Consumers)

If you are a Consumer within the European Economic Area (EEA) or Norway, you have a 14-day right of withdrawal under the Norwegian Consumer Contracts Act (angrerettloven) and the EU Consumer Rights Directive.

By subscribing and requesting immediate access to our API service, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You expressly consent to the performance of the Service beginning immediately upon subscription activation
• You acknowledge that the right of withdrawal is lost once the digital service has been fully performed, or, for ongoing subscriptions, proportionally for the period during which the service has been provided
• If you withdraw within the 14-day period, you may be charged a proportionate amount for the service already provided up to the point of withdrawal

To exercise your right of withdrawal, contact us at hello@odds-api.io with a clear statement of your decision to withdraw.

8. Refunds and Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Upon cancellation, you will retain access to the Service until the end of your current billing period.

• Consumers: Refund rights are governed by applicable consumer protection laws, including the right of withdrawal described in Section 7. If you experience a material defect in the Service, you may be entitled to a remedy under the Norwegian Consumer Purchases Act (forbrukerkjøpsloven)
• Business Users: Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis at our reasonable discretion

9. Data Usage and Restrictions

You agree to the following restrictions regarding data obtained from our Service:

• Resale Prohibition: You may not resell, redistribute, or sublicense our data to third parties without prior written consent from Odds API
• You may not scrape, harvest, or collect data beyond your subscription tier limits
• You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract our source code
• You may not use the Service to compete with Odds API or build a similar service
• You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using our data
• You may not use the data for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose

If you wish to resell or redistribute our data commercially, you must contact us in writing at hello@odds-api.io to discuss licensing arrangements.

10. API Usage and Rate Limits

Your API usage is subject to the following:

• Rate limits as specified in your chosen subscription plan
• Fair use policies to ensure service quality for all users
• We reserve the right to throttle or block excessive usage that impacts service performance
• Overage charges may apply if you exceed your plan's request limit (where applicable)

11. Service Availability and Modifications

We strive to maintain high uptime but:

• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time
• We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects service availability
• We will provide advance notice of planned maintenance when possible

12. Intellectual Property

All intellectual property rights in the Service, including but not limited to software, designs, text, graphics, and logos, are owned by Odds API or our licensors. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Service according to these Terms.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of data
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Security or freedom from viruses or other harmful components

You acknowledge that sports odds data is inherently time-sensitive and subject to change. We make no guarantees about the accuracy or timeliness of any data provided.

Consumer notice: If you are a Consumer, this disclaimer does not affect your mandatory statutory rights under applicable consumer protection laws, including the Norwegian Consumer Purchases Act (forbrukerkjøpsloven). In the event of a conflict between this disclaimer and mandatory consumer protection laws, the mandatory laws shall prevail.

14. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ODDS API SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:

• Your use or inability to use the Service
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
• Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Service
• Any bugs, viruses, or other harmful code transmitted to or through the Service
• Any errors or omissions in any content or data

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

Important: Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for (a) death or personal injury caused by negligence, (b) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, (c) gross negligence or willful misconduct, or (d) any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law, including mandatory consumer protection laws.

15. Indemnification

Business Users only: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Odds API, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

This indemnification clause does not apply to Consumers, as it may not be enforceable under applicable consumer protection laws.

16. Force Majeure

Odds API shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, acts of government, internet or telecommunications failures, cyberattacks, pandemics, power outages, third-party service provider failures, or any other event that could not reasonably have been foreseen or prevented. During such events, our obligations under these Terms are suspended for the duration of the event.

17. Bookmaker De-listing Requests

If you are a licensed bookmaker or data provider and wish to have your data removed from our Service, please submit a de-listing request to hello@odds-api.io including:

• Your company name and official website
• Proof of authority to make the request
• Specific data or content you wish to have removed

We aim to process valid de-listing requests within 5-10 business days. We reserve the right to verify the legitimacy of any request before taking action.

18. Copyright and DMCA Policy

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content on our Service infringes your copyright, please submit a DMCA takedown notice to hello@odds-api.io including:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the allegedly infringing material with sufficient detail to locate it
• Your contact information (address, telephone number, email)
• A statement of good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material and notify the content provider where applicable.

19. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Breach of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of free tier or promotional offers
• Non-payment of fees
• Violation of data usage restrictions

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. You will not be entitled to any refund of prepaid fees except as required by applicable law, including consumer protection laws.

20. Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

21. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Norway. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Norway, with Oslo as the legal venue.

If you are a Consumer residing in the European Economic Area (EEA), you will also benefit from any mandatory provisions of the consumer protection laws in your country of residence. Nothing in these Terms affects your rights as a Consumer to rely on such mandatory provisions of local law. You may also bring proceedings in the courts of your country of residence.

22. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or through the Service at least 30 days before the changes take effect. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. If you do not agree with the updated Terms, you may cancel your subscription before the changes take effect.

23. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: hello@odds-api.io
Website: https://odds-api.io

24. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

25. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Odds API regarding the use of the Service, superseding any prior agreements between you and Odds API relating to your use of the Service.