Terms of Service
Last updated: January 26, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to SEScoops. These Terms of Service ("Terms," "Agreement") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you," "your," or "User") and SEScoops ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") governing your access to and use of sescoops.com (the "Website"), including all content, features, functionality, and services offered on or through the Website.
By accessing, browsing, or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Website.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. You are responsible for regularly reviewing these Terms to stay informed of updates.
2. Eligibility and Account Registration
2.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 13 years of age to use the Website. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. Users under 18 should review these Terms with a parent or guardian.
2.2 Account Creation
To access certain features of the Website (commenting, event registration, personalized content), you may be required to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain and promptly update your account information
- Maintain the security and confidentiality of your password and account credentials
- Immediately notify us of any unauthorized access or security breach
- Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
- Not create multiple accounts or share your account with others
2.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or prolonged inactivity. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at contact@sescoops.com.
3. Permitted Use and Restrictions
3.1 License to Use
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes.
3.2 Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
- Violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
- Infringing on any intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks, patents, or trade secrets
- Transmitting viruses, malware, worms, Trojan horses, or other harmful code
- Harassing, threatening, defaming, stalking, or abusing other users
- Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely claiming affiliation with any person or organization
- Collecting, harvesting, or scraping personal information of other users without consent
- Using automated systems, bots, spiders, scrapers, or similar technology to access the Website without permission
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Website, servers, networks, or databases
- Interfering with or disrupting the operation of the Website or servers
- Circumventing security features, access controls, or technological protection measures
- Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any software or systems
- Using the Website for any commercial purpose without our express written permission
- Posting false, misleading, fraudulent, or deceptive content
- Engaging in spamming, phishing, or other unsolicited promotional activities
- Distributing deepfakes, manipulated media, or content designed to deceive
4. Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Our Content and Ownership
All content, materials, features, and functionality on the Website, including but not limited to text, articles, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, software, data compilations, and the overall "look and feel" of the Website, are owned by SEScoops, our licensors, or content providers and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
The SEScoops name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of SEScoops or its affiliates. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.
4.2 Limited License to Content
You may view, download, and print content from the Website solely for your personal, non-commercial use, provided you:
- Do not modify or alter the content in any way
- Retain all copyright, trademark, and other proprietary notices
- Do not republish, redistribute, or create derivative works
- Provide proper attribution when sharing or referencing our content
4.3 Fair Use and Journalistic Content
SEScoops is a news and media website focused on professional wrestling coverage, commentary, and analysis. We may use copyrighted materials from third parties pursuant to the fair use doctrine under 17 U.S.C. § 107 for purposes including:
- News reporting and journalism
- Commentary, criticism, and analysis
- Educational purposes
- Transformative use that adds new information, insight, or meaning
We make good faith efforts to use only the amount of copyrighted material necessary for our editorial purposes, provide proper attribution to original sources, and ensure our use does not harm the market for the original work.
5. DMCA Copyright Policy
5.1 Copyright Infringement Notification
SEScoops respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users to do the same. We respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") and other applicable intellectual property laws. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on our Website, please notify our designated DMCA agent promptly.
5.2 DMCA Notice Requirements
To file a DMCA takedown notice, you must provide a written communication (by email or physical mail) that includes substantially the following:
- A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on their behalf
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed (or if multiple works, a representative list)
- Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing, with sufficient detail to enable us to locate it (including URL or specific location on the Website)
- Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
- A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf
5.3 Designated DMCA Agent
DMCA notices should be sent to our designated agent:
Email: contact@sescoops.com
Subject Line: "DMCA Takedown Notice"
5.4 Response to DMCA Notices
Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will:
- Promptly investigate the claim
- Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material if appropriate
- Notify the user who posted the material (if applicable)
- Respond to the complaining party within a reasonable timeframe
We aim to respond to valid DMCA notices within 24-48 hours and will address legitimate copyright concerns promptly and in good faith.
5.5 Counter-Notification
If you believe that material you posted was removed in error or that you have authorization to use the material, you may file a counter-notification containing:
- Your physical or electronic signature
- Identification of the material that was removed and its location before removal
- A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification
- Your name, address, and telephone number, and a statement that you consent to jurisdiction of the federal court in your district (or where SEScoops is located if you are outside the U.S.)
5.6 Repeat Infringer Policy
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, we have adopted a policy of terminating accounts of users who are deemed to be repeat infringers. We reserve the right to determine whether conduct violates copyright laws and to take appropriate action.
5.7 Safe Harbor Protection
SEScoops operates as an online service provider and qualifies for safe harbor protections under 17 U.S.C. § 512 of the DMCA. We do not have actual knowledge of infringing activity and do not receive financial benefit directly attributable to infringing activity. Upon receiving proper notice of claimed infringement, we act expeditiously to remove or disable access to allegedly infringing material.
6. User-Generated Content
6.1 Content Submission
The Website may allow you to post, submit, publish, or display content, including comments, messages, feedback, and other materials (collectively, "User Content"). By submitting User Content, you represent and warrant that:
- You own or have the necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to submit the User Content
- Your User Content does not infringe or violate any third-party rights, including intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights
- Your User Content complies with these Terms and all applicable laws
6.2 License Grant
By submitting User Content, you grant SEScoops a worldwide, non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, fully paid, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, display, and otherwise exploit your User Content in any form, media, or technology now known or later developed, for any purpose, including promotional and commercial purposes.
You waive any moral rights or rights of attribution with respect to your User Content. This license survives termination of your account or these Terms.
6.3 Content Moderation
We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to monitor, review, edit, remove, or disable User Content at any time and for any reason, including if we determine that User Content violates these Terms, is harmful, offensive, or objectionable, or for any other reason in our sole discretion.
We may remove User Content that:
- Contains hate speech, harassment, threats, or violence
- Is spam, promotional, or commercial in nature
- Violates privacy, confidentiality, or publicity rights
- Contains false, misleading, or defamatory information
- Infringes intellectual property rights
- Contains sexually explicit, pornographic, or inappropriate content
- Promotes illegal activity or violates applicable laws
- Is otherwise offensive, harmful, or objectionable
6.4 No Liability for User Content
We are not responsible or liable for any User Content posted by you or any third party. User Content represents the views and opinions of the individuals who post it and does not necessarily represent our views or opinions. We do not endorse, support, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any User Content.
Under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (47 U.S.C. § 230), we are not liable for User Content posted by third parties on our Website.
7. Advertising and Affiliate Disclosures
7.1 Advertising on the Website
The Website displays advertisements, including pre-roll video ads, display ads, and contextual ad placements, served by third-party advertising networks such as Freestar. These advertisements help support our operations and provide free content to users.
We implement frequency capping to limit the number of ads you see (maximum 5 ads per session, with 5-minute intervals between ads) to maintain a positive user experience.
7.2 Affiliate Marketing Disclosure
In accordance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines (16 CFR Part 255), we disclose that SEScoops participates in affiliate marketing programs. We may earn commissions when you click on affiliate links and make purchases through our Website.
Our affiliate partners include:
- WWE Shop
- Amazon Associates
- Other wrestling merchandise and entertainment retailers
Affiliate commissions do not affect the price you pay for products or services. Our editorial content, reviews, and recommendations are independent and not influenced by affiliate relationships. We recommend only products and services we believe provide value to our readers.
7.3 Editorial Independence
We maintain a strict separation between our editorial content and advertising/affiliate relationships. Advertising partners and affiliates do not have control over our editorial content, and our coverage decisions are made independently.
8. Third-Party Content and Links
8.1 Embedded Content
The Website may include embedded content from third-party services, including:
- YouTube videos
- Twitter/X tweets
- Instagram posts and reels
- Spotify podcasts and music
When you interact with embedded content, these third parties may collect information about you subject to their own privacy policies and terms of service. We are not responsible for the practices of these third parties.
8.2 External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by SEScoops. We provide these links for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not endorse, warrant, or assume responsibility for:
- The content, accuracy, or reliability of third-party websites
- The privacy practices or terms of service of third-party websites
- Any products, services, or content available through third-party websites
- Any damage or loss caused by your use of third-party websites
Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, MATERIALS, FEATURES, AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT
- WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, COMPLETENESS, OR TIMELINESS OF CONTENT
- WARRANTIES THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR HARMFUL COMPONENTS
- WARRANTIES REGARDING THE RESULTS OBTAINED FROM USE OF THE WEBSITE
We do not warrant that:
- The Website will meet your requirements or expectations
- The Website will be available at all times or at any particular time
- Defects or errors will be corrected
- The Website is free from security vulnerabilities
- Content is accurate, complete, or current
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you. You may have additional rights that vary by jurisdiction.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SESCOOPS, ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, LICENSORS, OR SERVICE PROVIDERS (COLLECTIVELY, THE "SESCOOPS PARTIES") BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY:
- INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
- DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, BUSINESS, DATA, GOODWILL, OR OPPORTUNITIES
- DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE
- DAMAGES ARISING FROM UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR ALTERATION OF YOUR TRANSMISSIONS OR DATA
- DAMAGES ARISING FROM ERRORS, OMISSIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELETIONS, DEFECTS, DELAYS, OR SECURITY BREACHES
- DAMAGES ARISING FROM USER CONTENT OR THIRD-PARTY CONTENT
- DAMAGES ARISING FROM VIRUSES, MALWARE, OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS
THIS LIMITATION APPLIES EVEN IF THE SESCOOPS PARTIES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY (CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE).
IF YOU ARE DISSATISFIED WITH THE WEBSITE OR THESE TERMS, YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS TO DISCONTINUE USING THE WEBSITE.
IN JURISDICTIONS WHERE LIABILITY CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED, THE SESCOOPS PARTIES' TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE WEBSITE SHALL NOT EXCEED FIFTY DOLLARS ($50.00 USD).
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the SEScoops Parties from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees and legal expenses) arising from or relating to:
- Your access to or use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party right
- Your User Content or any content you post, submit, or transmit through the Website
- Your infringement of any intellectual property or other proprietary right
- Your negligence or willful misconduct
- Any claims brought by third parties arising from your actions
We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense. You will not settle any claim without our prior written consent.
12. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
12.1 Informal Dispute Resolution
Before filing a formal claim, you agree to first contact us at contact@sescoops.comand attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiation for at least 30 days.
12.2 Binding Arbitration
If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in English, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.
The arbitration shall take place in the jurisdiction where SEScoops is located or another mutually agreed location. Each party shall bear its own costs and expenses, including attorneys' fees, unless the arbitrator determines otherwise.
12.3 Class Action Waiver
YOU AND SESCOOPS AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. Unless both you and SEScoops agree otherwise, the arbitrator may not consolidate more than one person's claims and may not preside over any form of class, consolidated, or representative proceeding.
12.4 Exceptions to Arbitration
Either party may seek equitable relief in court for infringement or misappropriation of intellectual property rights without first engaging in arbitration or informal dispute resolution.
12.5 Opt-Out Right
You have the right to opt out of the arbitration provision by sending written notice to contact@sescoops.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms. Your notice must include your name, address, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of the arbitration provision.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which SEScoops is located, without regard to conflict of law principles.
To the extent that arbitration does not apply, you agree to submit to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in the jurisdiction where SEScoops operates. You waive any objection to venue and any defense of inconvenient forum.
14. Termination and Suspension
We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to:
- Suspend or terminate your account or access to the Website at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms, fraudulent activity, abusive behavior, or prolonged inactivity
- Remove or disable any User Content at any time and for any reason
- Refuse service to anyone for any reason
- Take any action we deem necessary to protect the Website, our users, or our interests
Upon termination, your right to access and use the Website will immediately cease. Termination does not affect any rights or obligations that accrued before termination. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution provisions.
15. Changes to Terms of Service
We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- Post the revised Terms on this page
- Notify you via email or prominent notice on the Website (for significant changes)
Your continued use of the Website after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Website.
We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.
16. Miscellaneous Provisions
16.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SEScoops regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and communications.
16.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.
16.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of SEScoops.
16.4 Assignment
You may not assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms or your rights and obligations without our prior written consent. We may assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms and our rights and obligations without restriction.
16.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, natural disasters, pandemics, labor disputes, government actions, internet or utility failures, or other force majeure events.
16.6 No Agency Relationship
No agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship is created between you and SEScoops as a result of these Terms or your use of the Website.
16.7 Headings
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.
17. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: contact@sescoops.com
- Contact Form: Visit our Contact Page
- DMCA Notices: contact@sescoops.com (Subject: "DMCA Takedown Notice")
We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry promptly and address your concerns.
Acknowledgment: By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.