Acceptable Use Policy

This Acceptable Use Policy sets out the rules for using Find Me a Ref. It applies to everyone who uses the platform. Using the Service means you agree to follow it.

You must not

• Provide false, misleading or fraudulent information, including about fixtures, credentials or identity.
• Accept fixtures you are not qualified or eligible to officiate, including youth fixtures without the required checks.
• Harass, abuse, threaten or discriminate against other users.
• Use the platform to arrange payments or activity that breaks the law.
• Attempt to access accounts, data or systems you are not authorised to access.
• Interfere with, disrupt, or attempt to compromise the security of the platform.
• Scrape, copy or misuse other users' personal data.
• Use the Service to send spam or unsolicited marketing.

Fair and honest use

The platform works because people deal with each other honestly. Honour the commitments you make, communicate promptly if plans change, and treat referees, clubs and administrators with respect.

Content and messages

You are responsible for the content you post, including in match-day chat. Do not post anything unlawful, abusive, or that infringes someone else's rights. We may remove content and take action on accounts that breach this policy.

Enforcement

If you breach this policy, we may warn you, suspend or remove your access, or take further action where appropriate, including reporting to the relevant authorities.

Reporting misuse

To report misuse of the platform, email [email protected]. For safeguarding concerns, see our Safeguarding page for the correct routes.