Terms of Use for CS2 Tournaments
Last Updated: 08/03/2025
1. Definitions
1.1 “Platform”: Refers to the website, software, services, and related infrastructure operated by CS2 Tournaments for hosting CS2 tournaments.
1.2 “User”: Any individual or entity registered on the Platform.
1.3 “Organizer”: Third parties or Users or CS2 Tournaments itself hosting Competitions via the Platform.
1.4 “Competition”: Any tournament, league, or match hosted on the Platform.
1.5 “Services”: All functionalities provided by the Platform, including but not limited to matchmaking, prize distribution, and account management.
2. Acceptance of Terms
2.1 By accessing or using the Platform, Users agree to comply with these Terms, all applicable laws, and any additional rules posted for specific Competitions.
2.2 Continued use constitutes acceptance of future revisions. Users must review Terms periodically.
3. Eligibility
3.1 Requirements:
– Users must be 18+ years old to register.
– Participation in paid Competitions or prize withdrawals requires Users to be 18+.
– One account per User. Multi-accounting, smurfing, or sharing accounts results in permanent suspension.
– Officers, employees, or affiliates of CS” Tournaments are prohibited from participating in Competitions.
4. User Accounts
4.1 Registration:
– Users must provide accurate, current, and complete information, including:
– Valid email address;
– SteamID 64 for server whitelisting.
– Offensive usernames or avatars are prohibited and subject to removal.
4.2 Account Security:
– Users are solely responsible for all activity under their account.
– Report unauthorized access immediately to [support].
4.3 Termination:
– CS2 Tournaments reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations, fraud, or suspicious activity.
– Terminated accounts forfeit unpaid prizes and subscriptions.
5. Fees & Payments
5.1 Applicable Fees:
– Entry Fees: Paid to join select Competitions. Usually non-refundable.
– PayPal Fees: The transaction fee is deducted from the winnings.
– Revolut Fees: The transaction fee is deducted from the winnings.
5.2 Tournament Entries:
– The displayed amount is the entry fee per player (min 5 players), coaches are also charged as a player.
5.3 Withdrawals:
– Pay-outs processed within 30 days of tournament completion via contact form request.
– Minimum withdrawal: €5. Seven (7)-day processing period for new accounts.
6. Tournament Structure
6.1 Format:
– Depends on the tournament, the information is provided under the tournament card.
7. Prohibited Conduct
7.1 Cheating & Exploits:
– Bans apply for:
– External software (aimbots, wallhacks);
– Exploiting bugs (pixel-walking, map swimming);
– Unauthorized mods or scripts.
7.2 Match Integrity:
Strictly Forbidden:
– Match-fixing, intentional losing, or betting on own matches;
– Collusion, ghosting, or unauthorized pauses.
7.3 Behavioural Violations:
– Harassment, hate speech, or threats result in escalating bans (1 week to permanent).
– Spamming, advertising, or impersonation incurs account suspension.
8. Prizes & Taxation
8.1 Distribution:
– Prizes disbursed via PayPal or Revolut in EUROS within 30 days.
– Winners must submit pay-out requests via contact form.
– Unclaimed prizes forfeited after 100 days.
8.2 Tax Compliance:
– Winners are solely responsible for complying with all applicable tax laws and regulations in their jurisdiction, including reporting prize winnings to their local tax authorities and fulfilling any associated tax obligations.
– CS2 Tournaments issues no tax forms unless legally mandated.
9. Anti-Cheat & Monitoring
9.1 Valve Anti-Cheat:
– Mandatory for participation. Clean steam accounts without any bans (Vac, Trade, etc.).
9.2 Demo Recordings:
-All matches recorded via GOTV. Demos stored for 90 days for dispute resolution.
9.3 Investigations:
– Suspected cheating triggers manual review. Outcomes are final and non-negotiable.
10. Dispute Resolution
10.1 Appeals Process:
– Submit disputes via contact form within 48 hours of match completion or what the tournament outlines.
– Include evidence (screenshots, demos, timestamps).
10.2 Rulings:
– CS2 Tournament’s decisions are binding. No further appeals permitted.
11. Technical Issues
11.1 Server Crashes:
– Matches resume from last round without damage dealt.
11.2 Player Disconnects:
– Reconnection allowed within 5 minutes. Exceeding time forfeits the match.
11.3 Platform Downtime:
– No liability for interruptions due to maintenance, DDoS, or third-party failures. CS2 Tournament may re-do the match on a different date but is not obliged to.
12. Intellectual Property
12.1 Ownership:
– CS2 Tournaments retains all rights to Platform code, logos, and content.
– Users may grant a non-exclusive license to use gameplay data for promotional purposes.
12.2 User Content:
– Uploaded content (e.g., team logos) must not infringe third-party rights.
13. Privacy Policy
13.1 Data Collection:
– Collected data includes: IP addresses, gameplay stats, payment details, and communication logs.
13.2 Third-Party Sharing:
– Data shared with payment processors and law enforcement (if required).
13.3 GDPR Compliance:
– Users may request data deletion via [support].
14. Limitation of Liability
14.1 Cap on Damages:
– Liability limited to €1,000 per claim, excluding gross negligence or fraud.
14.2 Indemnification:
– Users agree to cover legal costs arising from their misconduct.
15. Force Majeure
15.1 Unforeseen Events:
– No liability for delays/cancellations due to events such as pandemics, natural disasters, or ISP outages.
16. Amendments
16.1 Revisions:
– Terms updated periodically. Continued use post-update constitutes acceptance.
16.2 Notification:
– Changes announced via email and Platform notifications 30 days in advance.
17. Governing Law
17.1 Jurisdiction:
– Disputes governed by Irish law, with Dublin courts as the exclusive venue.
18. Contact Information
18.1 Support:
– Email: [greenlz.business@gmail.com]
18.2 Complaints:
– Submit formal grievances via contact form for escalation.
By using the Platform, you acknowledge reading, understanding, and agreeing to these Terms in full.
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This document is intentionally exhaustive to ensure compliance with Irish and EU regulatory standards.