Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 2025

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the Fishing Portal website operated by Fishing Portal Ltd ("we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily access the materials on Fishing Portal's website for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:

  • Modify or copy the materials
  • Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display (commercial or non-commercial)
  • Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the website
  • Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
  • Transfer the materials to another person or "mirror" the materials on any other server

This license shall automatically terminate if you violate any of these restrictions and may be terminated by Fishing Portal at any time.

3. User Accounts

If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the security of your account and password
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Providing accurate and complete information
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorised use of your account

4. User Conduct

You agree not to use the website to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe upon the rights of others
  • Transmit any harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
  • Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the website
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website without permission
  • Impersonate any person or entity

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, is the property of Fishing Portal Ltd or its content suppliers and is protected by United Kingdom and international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the material on our website without our prior written consent.

5.1 Copyright Notice

All content is protected by copyright © 2025 Fishing Portal Ltd. All rights reserved. Unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution of any content is strictly prohibited.

5.2 Trademarks

"Fishing Portal", "Culinary Angler", and related logos are trademarks of Fishing Portal Ltd. Other trademarks, service marks, and trade names may be the property of their respective owners.

5.3 User-Generated Content

If you submit content to our website (comments, reviews, etc.), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, modify, and display such content. You represent that you have the right to grant such license.

5.4 Fair Use

Limited use of our content may be permitted under fair use provisions for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. Any such use must be clearly attributed to Fishing Portal Ltd.

6. Mini-Game Terms

6.1 Culinary Angler Game

The "Culinary Angler" mini-game is provided for entertainment purposes only. FS points (Fantasy Score / Funny Score / Fortune Sparks) are:

  • Virtual in-game points with no monetary value
  • Not redeemable for cash or real-world goods
  • Not transferable between accounts
  • Subject to reset or modification at our discretion
  • Cannot be purchased with real money
  • Have no value outside the game environment

6.2 Game Rules

  • You must play fairly and not use any automated tools or cheats
  • We reserve the right to reset scores or ban accounts for violations
  • The game may be modified, updated, or discontinued at any time
  • Multiple accounts to gain unfair advantage are prohibited
  • Exploiting bugs or glitches is strictly forbidden
  • Sharing accounts is not permitted

6.3 Game Modifications

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify game mechanics, rules, or scoring systems
  • Adjust FS point values or earning rates
  • Reset game progress for maintenance or updates
  • Discontinue the game with reasonable notice
  • Fix bugs or exploits that may affect gameplay

6.4 Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

  • Using bots, scripts, or automation tools
  • Manipulating game code or data
  • Attempting to hack or breach game security
  • Selling, trading, or transferring FS points
  • Creating fake accounts or using false information

7. Content and Information

The information on this website is provided on an "as is" basis. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the website or the information contained on it.

Fishing advice, recipes, and game information are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with qualified professionals for fishing regulations, safety, and cooking practices.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Fishing Portal Ltd. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

You acknowledge and agree that Fishing Portal Ltd shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.

9. Google Services

Our website uses Google Maps for location services. By using our website, you agree to be bound by Google's Terms of Service, available at https://policies.google.com/terms.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. FISHING PORTAL LTD EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

  • The website will be available at all times or be uninterrupted
  • The website will be error-free or free from viruses or other harmful components
  • The results obtained from using the website will be accurate or reliable

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Fishing Portal Ltd 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 website
  • Any conduct or content of third parties on the website
  • Any unauthorised access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
  • Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from our website
  • Any bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or the like that may be transmitted to or through our website
  • Loss of FS points or game progress
  • Technical failures or system downtime
  • Errors or omissions in content

11.1 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the use of our website shall not exceed £100 (one hundred pounds) or the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, whichever is greater.

11.2 Exclusions

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for:

  • Death or personal injury arising from our negligence
  • Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
  • Any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under English law
  • Breach of statutory duty

11.3 Time Limits

Any claim against us must be brought within one year of the date on which the claim arose, or such longer period as required by law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Fishing Portal Ltd, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including without limitation reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the website or your violation of these Terms.

13. Termination

13.1 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you:

  • Breach these Terms
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Engage in fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
  • Infringe upon intellectual property rights
  • Use the website in a manner that harms us or other users

13.2 Termination by You

You may stop using our website at any time. To close your account (if applicable), contact us at [email protected].

13.3 Effects of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the website will cease immediately
  • We may delete your account and associated data
  • FS points and game progress may be lost
  • All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability

13.4 Data Retention After Termination

We may retain your data for a reasonable period after termination as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. See our Privacy Policy for details.

14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

14.1 Applicable Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

14.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14.3 Alternative Dispute Resolution

Before initiating legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to resolve disputes amicably. If a dispute cannot be resolved, you may:

  • Use the European Online Dispute Resolution platform (if applicable)
  • Contact a consumer advice service
  • Seek mediation or arbitration

14.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any disputes will be resolved individually and not as part of a class action, except where prohibited by law.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use our website after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our website and supersede and replace any prior agreements.

18. Accessibility

We strive to make our website accessible to all users. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us. We are committed to complying with the Equality Act 2010 and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

19. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms which is due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, strikes, labour disputes, government actions, internet failures, or technical problems.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Fishing Portal Ltd regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

21. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.

22. Assignment

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

23. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +44 (0) 20 7845 8633
  • Address: Fishing Portal Ltd, 123 Thames Street, London, SW1A 1AA, United Kingdom
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM GMT

Response Time: We aim to respond to all legal inquiries within 5 business days.

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