Effective November 12, 2026
Athlink connects adults who want to play pickup sports. Because it brings strangers together for physical activity, these Terms explain the risks involved and limit our responsibility for what happens between users. Please read them carefully.
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) are a binding agreement between you and Athlink (“Athlink,” “we,” “us”) covering your use of playathlink.com, our apps and related services (the “Service”). By creating an account, joining the waitlist or using the Service, you agree to these Terms and to our Privacy Policy. If you don't agree, don't use the Service.
We may update these Terms. If a change is material, we'll notify you in the app or by email before it takes effect. Continuing to use the Service after that means you accept the updated Terms.
To use most features, you must verify your identity through our third-party provider, Persona Identities, Inc. (“Persona”), by submitting a government-issued photo ID and a live selfie. Your profile name, age and state come from that check, and you can't edit them. You consent to this process, including the collection of a face scan as described in our Privacy Policy. We may refuse or revoke verification, or ask you to verify again, at any time.
You're responsible for everything that happens under your account and for keeping your password secure. Don't share your account or let anyone else use it. Tell us right away at support@playathlink.com if you think it's been compromised.
Athlink helps adults find each other to play sports. Games, tournaments and meetups are created and run by users, not by Athlink. We don't organize, host, supervise, referee, insure, staff or inspect any game, tournament, location or participant, and we're not a party to any arrangement between users.
We don't own or control any park, court, gym, field or other venue shown in the Service. Map imagery and venue information come from third parties and may be wrong or out of date. You're responsible for confirming that a location is safe and open, that you're allowed to use it, and for following its rules, permits, reservations and fees.
Meeting people you don't know carries real risks. You are solely responsible for your interactions with other users, online and in person. Use your own judgment. Some sensible precautions, which are not a complete list and don't guarantee your safety:
Athlink is not an emergency service and doesn't monitor games or messages in real time.
These risks include, without limitation:
You confirm that you're physically fit to take part in the activities you join, that you'll consult a doctor if you have any doubt, and that you have, or are responsible for getting, your own health and accident insurance.
You agree not to:
We may investigate violations, remove content, and suspend or close accounts, and we may report conduct to law enforcement.
Win/loss records come from results that players report and confirm. Sportsmanship and skill ratings are opinions submitted by opponents. Athlink doesn't verify results or ratings, isn't responsible for their accuracy, and isn't liable for any rating, record or ranking. We may adjust, hide or remove results and ratings we believe are false, abusive or manipulated, but we have no obligation to. Leaderboards are for fun and don't certify any level of skill.
Tournament organizers are solely responsible for their events: rules, scheduling, venues, permits, officiating, safety, and any entry fees, prizes or refunds. Athlink doesn't collect or hold money, doesn't guarantee that any prize is paid, and isn't a party to any payment between users. Organizers are responsible for complying with all laws that apply to their event, including gambling, contest, tax and permit laws.
You own the content you post (such as your bio, game details, tournament information and ratings). You give Athlink a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, store, display, reproduce and distribute it to operate, improve and promote the Service. You confirm that you have the rights to everything you post and that it doesn't violate these Terms or anyone's rights.
The Service uses your device's location to show nearby games and players. Distances shown to others are approximate, but people you agree to play with will learn where a game takes place. You can turn location and push notifications off in your device settings, though some features won't work without them. Notifications may be delayed or not delivered, and you shouldn't rely on them.
The Service relies on third parties, including Persona for identity verification, map and satellite providers, and browser push services. Their services are governed by their own terms, and Athlink isn't responsible for them. Links to directions or other websites are provided for convenience only.
If you are a California resident, you waive California Civil Code § 1542, which says: “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.” You waive any similar law of any other state.
This release doesn't apply to liability that the law doesn't allow to be released, such as liability for gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
These limits apply to every theory of liability (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability or otherwise) and even if a remedy fails of its essential purpose. Some jurisdictions don't allow certain exclusions or limits, so some of them may not apply to you. In that case, our liability is limited to the smallest amount the law allows.
You will defend, indemnify and hold harmless Athlink and its owners, officers, employees, contractors and agents from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Service, your conduct toward other users or anyone else, any game or tournament you create, organize or take part in, your content, or your breach of these Terms or of any law.
Talk to us first. Before filing any claim, you agree to email support@playathlink.com with a description of the dispute and give us 60 days to try to resolve it informally.
Arbitration. Any dispute between you and Athlink arising from or related to these Terms or the Service will be resolved by final and binding individual arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules, governed by the Federal Arbitration Act. The arbitrator decides all issues, including the scope and enforceability of this section. Either party may instead bring an individual claim in small claims court, and either party may seek an injunction in court for misuse of intellectual property.
Opting out. You can opt out of this arbitration agreement by emailing support@playathlink.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms, with your name and a clear statement that you opt out. If the class-action waiver is found unenforceable for a claim, that claim must be brought in court, not arbitration.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California and applicable federal law, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Any claim not subject to arbitration must be brought in the state or federal courts located in California, and you consent to their jurisdiction. Any claim must be filed within one year after it arises, or it is permanently barred, to the extent the law allows.
You can stop using Athlink at any time and ask us to delete your account by emailing support@playathlink.com. We may suspend or close your account, or stop offering any part of the Service, at any time and for any reason, including a suspected violation of these Terms or a safety concern. Sections that by their nature should survive (including assumption of risk, disclaimers, release, limitation of liability, indemnity and arbitration) survive termination.
These Terms and our Privacy Policy are the entire agreement between you and Athlink about the Service. If any part is found unenforceable, the rest stays in effect, and that part is enforced to the maximum extent allowed. Our failure to enforce a provision isn't a waiver. You may not transfer these Terms; we may transfer them, for example in a merger or acquisition. We aren't liable for delays caused by events beyond our reasonable control.
Questions? Email support@playathlink.com.