ScoutMena - Terms & Conditions

Welcome to ScoutMena.

By downloading, accessing, or using our mobile application and related services, you agree to be bound by the following Terms & Conditions:
1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account(s) or using ScoutMena, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms.
If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent. Users under 16 must not use the service without verified parental consent.
2. Services Provided

ScoutMena is a youth football talent platform connecting players, coaches, scouts, and clubs. We provide profile pages, progress tracking, video uploads, and talent discovery tools. We may add, remove, or update features without prior notice or approvals. ScoutMena might send notification to the user when major features change.
3. Subscriptions & Fees

Some features are free, while premium services may require subscription fees or one-time payments. All fees are clearly displayed within the app.
Refunds are generally not applicable by any reason thereof.
4. Marketplace & Commission

Transactions between players, coaches, football academies, sports events management or clubs facilitated by ScoutMena may be subject to service fees or commissions (e.g., 15%), and/or any other percentage pre-declared by ScoutMena
ScoutMena is not responsible for the quality of third-party services or agreements made outside the app or in relation to this app.
5. User Conduct

You agree not to misuse the app, including uploading offensive, misleading, or copyrighted content.
ScoutMena reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate our community standards. Furthermore, ScoutMena shall have the full right to remove any photos, videos or material which it finds inappropriate and on its sole discretion.
6. Liability Disclaimer

ScoutMena is not liable for user-generated content, failed recruitment outcomes, or third-party services.
We provide the platform "as-is" without guarantees.
7. Privacy & Data Use

Your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using ScoutMena, you consent to limited data processing as described therein.
8. Child Data Protection

Special care is taken to protect children’s data. Users under 16 must provide verifiable parental consent.
ScoutMena complies with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) principles and COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), a U.S. law protecting children's data online)-like safeguards in handling child data and the Jordanian Child Right Act of the year 2022 and its amendment.

ScoutMena is NOT responsible, by any means, regarding any material which might be considered illegal in accordance to the law.
9. Bullying and harassment

If you make an informal or formal bullying, harassment, including sexual harassment, you are required to immediately inform ScoutMena via email.

10. Intellectual property

All content; trademarks, logos, software, and designs used in connection with ScoutMena are the exclusive property of ScoutMena. Users may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any part of the platform without prior written consent. Any unauthorized use may result in legal action under applicable Jordanian copyright and trademark laws.

11. Data hosting

Your personal data may be stored and processed on servers located inside or outside Jordan. By using ScoutMena, you consent to such transfers, provided they are carried out in compliance with Jordanian data protection requirements and applicable international standards.

12. Age

For the purposes of these Terms, “legal age of majority” shall mean lunar years in accordance with the Jordanian Civil Code. Users below this age may only use ScoutMena with verified parental or guardian consent.

13. Advertising

ScoutMena may display advertisements, sponsored content, or promotional material. Any such content will be clearly marked, and ScoutMena does not endorse or guarantee the products or services offered by third parties through such advertisements.

 14. Termination of Account

ScoutMena reserves the right to suspend or terminate a user’s account in cases of non-payment, violation of these Terms, suspected fraudulent activity, or to comply with applicable laws and regulations in Jordan.

15. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ScoutMena, its affiliates, directors, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the platform, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of third parties.

16. Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Jordan unless otherwise required by mandatory local law.
Any disputes shall be resolved by the Jordanian courts in Amman, Jordan (castle of Justice), unless otherwise agreed.
17. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms occasionally. Continued use of ScoutMena after changes indicates acceptance and full approval of the new Terms.

18. Professional Accounts (Coaches, Scouts & Academies)

1. Eligibility & Registration
   Professional accounts are available only to individuals and entities acting as coaches, scouts, or football academies (Professional Users).
   To register, you confirm that:

-          You are at least 18 years old;

-          You hold any required qualifications, licenses, or certifications under applicable local laws or sports authorities;

-          You comply with all national and international sports regulations, including safeguarding policies;

-          All information provided during registration is true, accurate, and up to date.

ScoutMena reserves the right to request verification documents and to suspend or reject any application that does not meet eligibility requirements.

2. Roles & Responsibilities

         Professional Users agree to:

-          Use the platform solely for legitimate sporting purposes;

-          Coaches: Upload accurate training programs, evaluations, and development content;

-          Scouts: Conduct ethical and professional talent assessments;

-          Refrain from:

a-       Harassment, discrimination, or abuse;

b-      False reporting or misleading evaluations;

c-       Using ScoutMena to bypass contractual or regulatory obligations.

Any misuse may result in immediate suspension or termination.

3         3.  Safeguarding & Legal Compliance

               Professional Users must:

-          Comply with all child protection laws;

-          Report any suspected abuse or misconduct immediately;

-          Follow data protection regulations.

-          Respect all sports federation rules.

Violation results in immediate termination and potential legal action.