Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to EA SPORTS FC™ 26. These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Electronic Arts Inc. ("EA," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of our website, games, and related services.

Agreement to Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our services.

Age Requirements

• You must be at least 13 years old to use our services
• If you are between 13 and 18, you represent that your legal guardian has reviewed and agreed to these Terms
• If you are under 13, you may not use our services

Capacity to Contract

You represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement and that you are not prohibited from using our services under applicable law.

2. Description of Service

EA SPORTS FC™ 26 provides:

Gaming Services

• Access to EA SPORTS FC™ 26 football simulation game
• Online multiplayer gaming experiences
• Game updates, patches, and new content
• Community features and social interactions

Website Services

• Game information, news, and updates
• Community forums and discussion platforms
• Customer support and help resources
• Digital downloads and purchases

Service Availability

We strive to provide continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

3. User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To access certain features of our services, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your account information
• Keep your account credentials secure
• Be responsible for all activities under your account

Account Security

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
• We are not liable for losses resulting from unauthorized account use
• You may not share, sell, or transfer your account

Account Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in prohibited activities.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

Acceptable Use

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You will not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the rights of others
• Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Engage in harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior
• Spam, advertise, or promote unauthorized content
• Attempt to hack, disrupt, or compromise our services
• Use cheats, exploits, or unauthorized modifications
• Create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions

Community Standards

Our community thrives on respect and fair play. Users must:

• Treat other users with respect and courtesy
• Follow community guidelines and rules
• Report inappropriate behavior or content
• Maintain a positive gaming environment

Consequences of Violations

Violations of these Terms may result in warnings, account restrictions, suspension, or permanent termination.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of our services are owned by EA or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Licensed Content

Our games include licensed content from:

• Football leagues and governing bodies
• Professional football clubs and teams
• Individual players and personalities
• Stadium and venue owners
• Music and audio content providers

Limited License to Users

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

Restrictions

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content
• Reverse engineer or decompile our software
• Remove copyright or trademark notices
• Use our intellectual property for commercial purposes

6. Content and User Submissions

User-Generated Content

You may submit content such as comments, reviews, feedback, or forum posts. By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content.

Content Standards

All user-submitted content must:

• Be appropriate for all audiences
• Not violate any third-party rights
• Comply with applicable laws
• Not contain malicious code or spam

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any user content that violates these Terms or our community standards.

Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for third-party content accessed through our services. Users access third-party content at their own risk.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Data Collection

We collect information necessary to provide and improve our services, including:

• Account and profile information
• Game performance and usage data
• Communication and support interactions
• Technical and device information

Data Use

We use your data to provide services, improve user experience, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations.

Data Protection

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information and comply with applicable data protection laws.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Service Disclaimers

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, including:

• Warranties of merchantability and fitness for purpose
• Warranties of non-infringement
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free service
• Warranties regarding third-party content or services

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, EA shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages exceeding the amount paid for our services
• Issues arising from third-party services or content

Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failures caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, or technical failures.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless EA and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your infringement of third-party rights
• Your user-generated content
• Your negligent or wrongful conduct

This indemnification obligation survives termination of these Terms and your use of our services.

10. Termination

Termination by You

You may terminate your account and discontinue use of our services at any time by contacting customer support or following account closure procedures.

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Non-payment of fees
• Extended inactivity
• Technical or business reasons

Effects of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your right to use our services ends immediately
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Outstanding obligations remain enforceable
• Certain provisions of these Terms survive termination

11. Governing Law and Disputes

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Before filing any legal action, parties agree to attempt resolution through:

1. Direct communication and negotiation
2. Mediation through a mutually agreed mediator
3. Binding arbitration if mediation fails

Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings will be conducted in the appropriate courts of San Francisco County, California.

Class Action Waiver

You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits or similar proceedings.

12. Changes to Terms

Modification Rights

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices.

Notice of Changes

We will provide notice of material changes through:

• Email notifications to registered users
• Prominent notices on our website
• In-game notifications
• Updates to the "Last Updated" date

Acceptance of Changes

Continued use of our services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you disagree with changes, you must discontinue use of our services.

Previous Versions

Previous versions of these Terms are archived and available upon request for your reference.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or our services, please contact us:

Additional Information

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and EA regarding use of our services.

No Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of our right to enforce it in the future.

Assignment

You may not assign your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights and obligations to any party without restriction.