Terms of Service
Last updated: January 2025
Agreement to Terms
Welcome to PlaySphere Casino Guide. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website located at playspherecasinoguide.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
You must be at least 19 years old (or the legal gambling age in your province) to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
Description of Service
PlaySphere Casino Guide is an informational resource that provides reviews, rankings, guides, and recommendations related to casino hotels in Canada. We are an independent platform designed to help travellers make informed decisions about their accommodation and entertainment options.
What We Do
- Publish editorial content, reviews, and rankings of casino hotels
- Provide travel planning resources and destination guides
- Share information about amenities, entertainment, and gaming facilities
- Offer comparison tools and scoring methodologies
- Maintain an educational resource about responsible gambling
What We Do NOT Do
- We do not operate, own, or manage any casinos, hotels, or gambling establishments
- We do not process hotel bookings, reservations, or payments
- We do not provide gambling services or facilitate online betting
- We do not guarantee availability, pricing, or specific amenities at any property
- We are not responsible for your experience at any casino hotel you visit based on our recommendations
Affiliate Relationships and Advertising
PlaySphere Casino Guide participates in affiliate marketing programmes and displays advertisements. This means we may earn commissions or fees when you click on certain links or make bookings through our partner sites.
Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial independence or the integrity of our reviews and rankings. We maintain strict editorial standards and base our recommendations on objective research criteria as outlined in our Scoring Methodology.
For complete transparency about our commercial relationships, please read our Affiliate Disclosure page.
Advertisements displayed on our Site are clearly labelled and comply with applicable advertising standards. We do not endorse products or services solely because they advertise with us.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, videos, data compilations, software, and the overall "look and feel" of the Site, is owned by PlaySphere Casino Guide or our licensors and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Your Limited Licence
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. This licence does not include any right to:
- Modify, copy, reproduce, or distribute any content from the Site
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or monitor the Site
- Frame or mirror any portion of the Site on another website
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or technology used on the Site
- Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
If you wish to use any content from the Site for purposes beyond this limited licence, you must obtain our prior written permission.
Trademarks
PlaySphere Casino Guide, our logo, and other marks displayed on the Site are our trademarks or registered trademarks. You may not use these marks without our express written consent. Other trademarks, service marks, and logos mentioned on the Site are the property of their respective owners.
User Conduct and Prohibited Activities
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
- Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site, servers, or networks
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers or impose an unreasonable load on our infrastructure
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
- Collect or harvest personal information about other users without their consent
- Use the Site to send spam, unsolicited messages, or commercial communications
- Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, harassing, or otherwise objectionable
- Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the Site
We reserve the right to investigate violations of these Terms and to take appropriate action, including removing content, suspending or terminating access, and reporting illegal activity to law enforcement.
Accuracy of Information
We strive to provide accurate, up-to-date information about casino hotels, amenities, services, and policies. However, information on the Site may become outdated or contain inaccuracies.
Hotel features, room availability, pricing, operating hours, entertainment schedules, and other details are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for changes made by casino hotels or third-party operators.
Before making travel plans or bookings, we strongly recommend that you verify all information directly with the casino hotel or booking provider. We are not liable for any decisions you make based on information found on the Site.
If you discover inaccurate or outdated information on our Site, please contact us so we can review and update the content.
Third-Party Links and Services
The Site contains links to third-party websites, including casino hotel websites, booking platforms, and other travel resources. These links are provided for your convenience, and we do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or services of any third-party sites.
When you click on a third-party link, you leave our Site and are subject to the terms and privacy policies of that third-party site. We encourage you to review the terms and policies of any site you visit.
We are not responsible for any transactions, interactions, or disputes between you and third-party providers. Any issues or concerns regarding bookings, reservations, refunds, or services should be directed to the third-party provider.
Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
No Warranty
THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, AND QUIET ENJOYMENT.
We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that defects will be corrected. We do not warrant that the Site or servers are free of viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PLAYSPHERE CASINO GUIDE, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SITE EXCEED ONE HUNDRED CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD $100).
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liabilities, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PlaySphere Casino Guide, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your use of the Site or violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any law or the rights of any third party
- Any content you submit or transmit through the Site
- Your interactions with casino hotels or third-party providers
We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defence and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, and you agree to cooperate with our defence of such claims.
Responsible Gambling
PlaySphere Casino Guide promotes responsible gambling practices. While we provide information about casino hotels, we encourage all visitors to gamble responsibly and within their means.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please seek help from organisations such as:
- Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario: www.problemgambling.ca
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- ConnexOntario: 1-866-531-2600
You must be of legal gambling age (19+ in most provinces) to enter casinos in Canada. Please gamble responsibly and know your limits.
Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials or personal information you provide.
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms or engaging in prohibited activities.
Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification.
You may stop using the Site at any time. If you wish to have your personal information deleted, please contact us as described in our Privacy Policy.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of British Columbia, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
Before initiating any legal proceeding, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve disputes amicably.
Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.
If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Site immediately.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid and enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or policies published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and PlaySphere Casino Guide regarding your use of the Site.
These Terms supersede any prior agreements, understandings, or communications, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter herein.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:
PlaySphere Casino Guide4820 Maple Ridge Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
Canada
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (604) 555-0147
We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.