Terms and Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using the avRaffle platform.

Last updated: December 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the avRaffle platform ("Platform"), you accept and agree to be bound by and comply with these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service. Your use of the Platform signifies your acknowledgment that you have read, understood, and agree to all terms and conditions set forth herein.

2. Age Restriction

IMPORTANT:

You must be at least 18 years old (or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction) to use avRaffle. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age to participate in gambling activities in your jurisdiction. We do not knowingly permit access to individuals under the legal age.

3. License and Use

Subject to compliance with these Terms, avRaffle grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Platform for its intended purpose: participating in raffles and purchasing raffle tickets.

You agree not to:

  • Use the Platform for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Platform or smart contracts
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to discover source code
  • Engage in fraudulent activities or misrepresent your identity
  • Manipulate the winner selection process or smart contracts
  • Use bots, scrapers, or automated tools without authorization

4. Wallet Connection and Responsibility

When you connect a Web3 wallet to the Platform, you acknowledge that:

  • You have full control over your wallet and private keys
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your wallet
  • You will not hold avRaffle liable for lost or stolen funds from your wallet
  • All transactions are irreversible once confirmed on the blockchain
  • You are responsible for all gas fees and transaction costs

avRaffle does not have access to your private keys, seed phrases, or funds. We cannot recover lost or stolen assets.

5. Raffle Mechanics

You acknowledge and agree that:

  • Raffle participation involves purchasing tickets with real cryptocurrency
  • There is a risk of losing your entire investment
  • Winners are selected using a Verifiable Random Function (VRF)
  • Prize distribution occurs according to smart contract logic
  • raffle administrators take a percentage of the total pool
  • All raffle outcomes are final and irreversible

6. Taxation Responsibility

You are solely responsible for determining and paying all applicable taxes related to your use of the Platform and any winnings. avRaffle does not provide tax advice and will not be responsible for any tax liabilities, penalties, or interest that may arise from your participation. Please consult with a qualified tax professional regarding your obligations.

7. Prohibited Jurisdictions

avRaffle is not available in jurisdictions where gambling is illegal or where our services are prohibited by law. Users are responsible for ensuring their use of the Platform complies with local laws and regulations. By using the Platform, you represent that you are not located in, and are not a resident of, any jurisdiction where such use would be illegal.

If you are unsure about the legality of gambling in your jurisdiction, please seek legal advice before participating.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, avRaffle SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of funds or cryptocurrency
  • Loss of profits or winnings
  • Loss of data or access to your wallet
  • Service interruptions or downtime
  • Smart contract vulnerabilities or exploits

Even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Smart Contract Risks

While our smart contracts have been developed with security in mind, blockchain and smart contract technology carry inherent risks:

  • Potential vulnerabilities or bugs in smart contract code
  • Blockchain network failures or congestion
  • Regulatory changes affecting blockchain operations
  • Unforeseen interactions with other protocols

By participating, you accept these risks and agree that avRaffle is not responsible for losses due to smart contract issues.

10. Modification and Suspension

avRaffle reserves the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue the Platform with or without notice
  • Suspend your access for violations of these Terms
  • Update these Terms at any time
  • Take actions required by legal or regulatory authorities

Continued use after modifications constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

11. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from your use of the Platform shall be governed by the laws of your jurisdiction. Both parties agree to attempt good-faith resolution before pursuing legal action.

Please note that raffle outcomes are determined by smart contracts and blockchain verification. Disputes regarding raffle results will be resolved through blockchain evidence, which is immutable and final.

12. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the Platform, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, are owned by avRaffle or its licensors and are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit any content without our prior written permission.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

avRaffle Support

Email: support@avraffle.com

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.