Terms of Service

Last Updated: 03/10/26

Effective Date: 03/10/26

1. AGREEMENT TO TERMS

1.1 Binding Agreement. These Terms of Service ("Terms," "Agreement," or "ToS") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Tablemate ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of the Tablemate mobile application, website, application programming interfaces (APIs), and all related services, features, content, and functionality (collectively, the "Service" or "Platform"). By accessing, downloading, installing, or using the Service in any manner whatsoever, you expressly acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms in their entirety, you must not access or use the Service and must immediately uninstall any application and discontinue all use.

1.2 Additional Terms. Your use of specific features may be subject to additional terms, policies, guidelines, or rules ("Additional Terms") that we post or link to within the Service. All Additional Terms are incorporated by reference into these Terms. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and any Additional Terms, the Additional Terms shall govern solely with respect to the specific feature to which they apply.

1.3 Modifications. We reserve the absolute right to modify, amend, update, or replace these Terms at any time, for any reason, with or without prior notice. Material changes will be communicated by posting the revised Terms within the Service and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. It is your sole responsibility to review these Terms periodically. If you do not agree to any modified Terms, you must cease all use of the Service immediately.

1.4 Electronic Acceptance. By creating an account, clicking "I Agree," or otherwise indicating assent, you agree that such action constitutes a legally binding signature and that you consent to receive communications from us electronically.

2. ELIGIBILITY

2.1 Age Requirement. You must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to use the Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are at least 21 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this Agreement. We reserve the right to request proof of age at any time and to terminate accounts of users who cannot provide such proof.

2.2 Legal Capacity. You represent and warrant that you have the full right, power, and authority to enter into this Agreement and to perform all obligations hereunder; that you are not under any legal disability or contractual restriction that prevents you from doing so; and that you are not a resident of any jurisdiction where use of the Service is prohibited by law.

2.3 Geographic Restrictions. The Service may not be available in all jurisdictions. You are solely responsible for determining whether your use of the Service is lawful in your jurisdiction. We make no representation that the Service is appropriate or available for use outside designated service areas. Access from territories where the Service or any portion thereof is illegal is strictly prohibited. If you access the Service from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

2.4 Prohibited Persons. You may not use the Service if you are: (a) located in, incorporated in, or a citizen or resident of any jurisdiction where the Service is prohibited; (b) subject to any sanctions, embargoes, or restrictive measures imposed by the United States, United Nations, or other applicable authorities; (c) listed on any government list of prohibited or restricted parties; (d) previously banned or suspended from the Service; or (e) acting on behalf of any person or entity described in (a) through (d).

2.5 Accuracy of Information. You represent and warrant that all information you provide to us, including during registration, verification, and at any other time, is true, accurate, current, and complete. You agree to update such information promptly to maintain its accuracy.

3. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION AND SECURITY

3.1 Account Creation. To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and to maintain and promptly update such information. You may not create an account using a false identity or information belonging to another person. We reserve the right to refuse, suspend, or terminate any account at our sole discretion.

3.2 Account Security. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials, including any password, and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or use of your account. We will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account credentials.

3.3 One Account. You may maintain only one account per person. Creating multiple accounts, or using another person's account, is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate termination of all accounts and permanent ban from the Service.

3.4 Account Termination by You. You may close your account at any time by contacting us or through account settings, subject to any outstanding obligations. Closure does not relieve you of any obligations incurred prior to closure.

4. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE

4.1 Nature of Service. Tablemate is a platform that facilitates the discovery, organization, and coordination of in-person social card game gatherings (e.g., poker, other card games) among users. The Service provides tools for hosts to create game listings and for players to discover and request to join such games. We are a technology platform only. We do not host games, facilitate gambling, process wagers, hold funds, or participate in any game play.

4.2 No Guarantee. We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of harmful components. The Service is provided "as is" and "as available." We reserve the right to modify, suspend, discontinue, or restrict access to the Service or any feature thereof at any time, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason.

4.3 Third-Party Services. The Service may integrate with or link to third-party services (e.g., payment processors, identity verification providers, mapping services). Your use of such third-party services is subject to their respective terms and policies. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of third-party services.

4.4 Market Availability. Access to the Service may be limited by geographic market. We may maintain waitlists for certain markets and may deny or restrict access based on location, capacity, or other factors at our sole discretion.

5. USER CONDUCT AND PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

5.1 General Conduct. You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Service in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation.

5.2 Prohibited Activities. You expressly agree NOT to:

(a) Illegal Activity: Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws, including but not limited to laws regarding gambling, money laundering, fraud, or organized crime;

(b) Harassment and Abuse: Harass, abuse, threaten, intimidate, stalk, defame, or otherwise harm any other user or any of our personnel;

(c) Impersonation: Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity;

(d) Spam and Manipulation: Send unsolicited communications, use automated systems (bots, scrapers, scripts) to access the Service, or manipulate rankings, ratings, or search results;

(e) Security Violations: Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service, other accounts, computer systems, or networks; interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service; or introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code;

(f) Data Mining: Scrape, crawl, harvest, or otherwise collect data from the Service without our express written permission;

(g) Circumvention: Circumvent, disable, or interfere with security-related features, geographic restrictions, or access controls;

(h) Commercial Exploitation: Use the Service for any commercial purpose not expressly permitted by us, including reselling, sublicensing, or commercializing access;

(i) False Information: Provide false, misleading, or inaccurate information in any profile, game listing, or communication;

(j) Collusion and Cheating: Engage in collusion, cheating, or any form of unfair play in connection with games organized through the Service;

(k) Minors: Allow or facilitate access by any person under 21;

(l) Reverse Engineering: Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of the Service or any component thereof.

5.3 Enforcement. We reserve the right to investigate suspected violations and to take appropriate action, including suspending or terminating accounts, removing content, reporting to law enforcement, and pursuing legal remedies. We may cooperate with law enforcement in any investigation.

6. GAMES, STAKES, AND GAMBLING DISCLAIMER

6.1 User-Organized Activities. Games listed on the Service are organized and conducted solely by users. We do not host, operate, or participate in any games. We do not collect, hold, or distribute any money or chips used in games. All arrangements between hosts and players are solely between those users.

6.2 Gambling Disclaimer. The legality of poker and other card games involving money varies by jurisdiction. You are solely responsible for ensuring that your participation in any game complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction. We make no representation or warranty regarding the legality of any game in any jurisdiction. Use of the Service to organize or participate in games that are illegal in your jurisdiction is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate termination and referral to law enforcement.

6.3 No Gambling Services. We do not offer, facilitate, or promote gambling. We do not process wagers, hold stakes, or pay out winnings. The Service is a coordination and discovery platform only. Any money or value exchanged in connection with games is solely between users and occurs entirely outside the Platform.

6.4 Assumption of Risk. You acknowledge and agree that participation in games organized through the Service involves risk, including financial risk. You participate at your own risk. We are not responsible for any losses, disputes, or outcomes arising from games.

6.5 Disputes Between Users. Disputes regarding games, stakes, payouts, or conduct during games are solely between the users involved. We have no obligation to mediate, arbitrate, or resolve any such disputes. We may, at our sole discretion, remove users or content in response to reported disputes but assume no liability for doing so or for failing to do so.

7. LOCATION AND PRIVACY

7.1 Location Data. The Service uses location data to verify that users are within designated service areas, to show approximate distances to games, and for other features. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of location data as described in our Privacy Policy. You may disable location services, but certain features may become unavailable.

7.2 Address Confidentiality. Game addresses may be encrypted or withheld until certain conditions are met (e.g., host approval, game day). You agree not to share, screenshot, or otherwise disclose game addresses to unauthorized parties. Violation may result in immediate termination.

7.3 In-Person Meetings. The Service facilitates in-person meetings. You assume all risks associated with meeting other users in person. We recommend meeting in public or semi-public venues and exercising caution. We are not responsible for any harm that occurs during or as a result of in-person meetings.

8. VERIFICATION AND IDENTITY

8.1 Verification. We may require identity verification (e.g., via third-party providers) to access certain features. You agree to cooperate with verification requests and to provide accurate information. We reserve the right to deny access to users who fail verification or who we reasonably believe have provided false information.

8.2 Profile Accuracy. You agree to maintain an accurate profile. We may remove or suspend accounts with misleading or fraudulent profiles.

9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

9.1 Ownership. The Service, including all content, features, functionality, software, design, text, graphics, logos, and other materials, is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You do not acquire any ownership rights by using the Service.

9.2 License Grant. Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for your personal, non-commercial use in accordance with these Terms.

9.3 Restrictions. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, lease, or create derivative works based on the Service or any part thereof without our express written consent.

9.4 User Content. You retain ownership of content you submit ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display such User Content in connection with operating and providing the Service. You represent that you have all rights necessary to grant this license.

9.5 Feedback. Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide regarding the Service may be used by us without any obligation to you.

10. PRIVACY AND DATA

10.1 Privacy Policy. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Service, you consent to such collection and use.

10.2 Data Security. While we implement reasonable security measures, we cannot guarantee that the Service or any transmission of data is completely secure. You use the Service at your own risk.

10.3 Data Retention. We may retain your data as necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Deletion of your account may not result in immediate deletion of all associated data.

11. DISCLAIMERS

11.1 "AS IS" DISCLAIMER. THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

11.2 NO RELIANCE. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. WE DO NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT ON THE SERVICE.

11.3 USER INTERACTIONS. WE DO NOT ENDORSE, GUARANTEE, OR ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY USER, GAME, OR USER CONTENT. YOUR INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER USERS ARE SOLELY BETWEEN YOU AND SUCH USERS. YOU ASSUME ALL RISK.

11.4 JURISDICTIONAL LIMITATIONS. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, OUR LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

12.1 EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL WE, OUR AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, LICENSORS, OR SERVICE PROVIDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

12.2 CAP ON LIABILITY. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) ONE HUNDRED UNITED STATES DOLLARS ($100.00), OR (B) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

12.3 BASIS OF THE BARGAIN. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT WE HAVE SET OUR PRICES AND ENTERED INTO THIS AGREEMENT IN RELIANCE UPON THE DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY SET FORTH HEREIN, AND THAT THE SAME FORM AN ESSENTIAL BASIS OF THE BARGAIN BETWEEN THE PARTIES.

12.4 MULTIPLE CLAIMS. THE LIMITATIONS IN THIS SECTION 12 APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF A REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.

13. INDEMNIFICATION

13.1 Indemnity. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless us, our affiliates, and our respective officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with: (a) your use of the Service; (b) your violation of these Terms or any applicable law; (c) your violation of any third-party right, including any intellectual property or privacy right; (d) any User Content you submit; (e) your conduct in connection with any game or in-person meeting; (f) any dispute between you and any other user; or (g) any other act or omission for which you are responsible.

13.2 Defense. We reserve the right to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which event you will cooperate with us in asserting any available defenses.

14. TERMINATION

14.1 Termination by Us. We may suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without notice, including but not limited to for violation of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or at our sole discretion.

14.2 Effect of Termination. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including Sections 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, and 16.

14.3 No Liability. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any termination of your access to the Service.

15. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

15.1 Informal Resolution. Before filing a formal dispute, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute within thirty (30) days.

15.2 Binding Arbitration. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service that cannot be resolved informally shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in the English language. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding. Judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

15.3 Class Action Waiver. YOU AND WE AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. The arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims and may not preside over any form of representative or class proceeding.

15.4 Exceptions. Either party may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent the actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation, or violation of intellectual property rights. Either party may also bring an individual action in small claims court if the claim qualifies.

15.5 Opt-Out. You may opt out of the arbitration and class action waiver by sending written notice to us within thirty (30) days of first accepting these Terms. The notice must include your name, address, and a clear statement that you opt out of arbitration.

16. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

16.1 Governing Law. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16.2 Jurisdiction. Subject to Section 15 (Dispute Resolution), you agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in [County], California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

16.3 Waiver of Jury Trial. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOU AND WE EACH WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICE.

17. GENERAL PROVISIONS

17.1 Entire Agreement. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any Additional Terms, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

17.2 Severability. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

17.3 Waiver. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by us.

17.4 Assignment. You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

17.5 Force Majeure. We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations where such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation, facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

17.6 Notices. We may provide notices to you via email, in-app notification, or posting within the Service. Notices shall be deemed given when sent or posted. You must provide notices to us in writing at the address specified in Section 18.

17.7 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights unless expressly stated.

17.8 Headings. Section headings are for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of these Terms.

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact us at:

Tablemate
tablemate916@gmail.com

By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

FAQs

What is this?

This page explains the rules and terms for using our poker app.

Who can play?

Players must be of legal age and comply with local laws to use the app.

How is my data used?

We collect data to improve your experience and ensure fair play, never sharing it without consent.

Can I get banned?

Yes, violating terms may result in suspension or permanent ban.

Is the app free?

Yes, downloading and playing basic games is free of charge.

How do I report a problem?

Use the support section in the app or email us directly with details of your issue.