Terms and Conditions

FC HARTLEPOOL

Effective Date: 10 June 2026

1. About Us

This website is operated by FC Hartlepool (“we”, “us”, “our”), a community football club and registered charity based in Hartlepool, England.

FC Hartlepool provides football opportunities for players of all ages and abilities, alongside community, social, and sporting activities.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use this website.

3. Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others.

You must not:

Use the website in any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations.
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website, server, or associated systems.
Upload, post, or transmit harmful, offensive, defamatory, abusive, or inappropriate content.
Introduce viruses, malware, or any malicious technology.
Interfere with the operation, security, or performance of the website.

4. Website Content and Information

The information published on this website is provided for general information purposes only.

Whilst FC Hartlepool aims to ensure all information is accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of any content.

Fixtures, events, player information, club activities, ticketing details, and schedules may change without notice.

We reserve the right to amend, update, or remove content at any time.

5. Intellectual Property

All website content, including but not limited to:

Club branding
Logos
Photographs
Graphics
Videos
Written content
Digital downloads

is the property of FC Hartlepool or its licensors unless otherwise stated.

You may:

View and download content for personal, non-commercial use.

You may not:

Reproduce, distribute, modify, republish, or exploit any content for commercial purposes without prior written permission from FC Hartlepool.

6. Ticketing, Events and Club Activities

Where tickets, memberships, events, tournaments, or other club activities are advertised or sold through this website:

Additional event-specific terms may apply.
All purchases are subject to availability.
FC Hartlepool reserves the right to alter, postpone, reschedule, or cancel events where necessary.
Refund policies will be communicated at the point of purchase or within the relevant event information.

7. Links to Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, sponsors, partners, and third-party services.

FC Hartlepool has no control over the content, security, or availability of these external websites and accepts no responsibility for them.

Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, FC Hartlepool shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from:

Use of, or inability to use, this website.
Reliance on information contained within the website.
Website downtime, interruptions, or technical issues.
Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in website content.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot legally be excluded under English law.

9. Safeguarding and Online Conduct

FC Hartlepool is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants, volunteers, supporters, and visitors.

Any misuse of this website, including abusive, discriminatory, threatening, or harmful communication, may result in access restrictions and may be reported to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

The club takes safeguarding responsibilities seriously and operates in accordance with relevant FA safeguarding guidance and policies.