Terms of Service
Effective Date: 5 Jan 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Comp World (“Comp World”, “we”, “our”, “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Comp World website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Service.
2. Definitions
User means any person who accesses or uses the Service.
Host means a User who creates, manages, or runs competitions on Comp World.
Participant means a User who enters or participates in a competition.
Entry Fee means any fee charged for entry into a competition.
3. Eligibility and Accounts
3.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 4 years old to use the Service. If you are under 18, you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian.
3.2 Account Registration
Some features require an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to keep your details up to date.
3.3 Account Security
You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorised use or security breach.
4. Use of the Service
You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
4.1 Prohibited Conduct
You must not:
Impersonate another person or entity
Harass, threaten, abuse, or discriminate against others
Upload viruses, malware, or harmful code
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to Comp World systems
Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service
5. Competitions, Payments, and Fees
5.1 Platform Payments
All competitions created, advertised, or managed through Comp World must process entry payments through Comp World’s integrated payment systems, unless explicitly approved by Comp World in writing.
5.2 Service Fees
Comp World charges a service fee on competition entries processed through the platform. Hosts acknowledge and agree that these fees are an essential part of Comp World’s business model.
5.3 No Off-Platform Payments
Hosts must not require, request, encourage, or facilitate Participants to pay entry fees outside the Comp World platform (including by bank transfer, cash, invoice, or any other method) for competitions listed on Comp World.
6. Fee Circumvention Prohibited
Hosts must not take any action, directly or indirectly, to circumvent, avoid, or attempt to avoid Comp World’s service fees.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Offering or suggesting off-platform payments for Comp World competitions
Issuing 100% discount codes with the expectation that Participants will pay the Host directly
Refunding or discounting entries in order to move payment outside the platform
Creating alternative payment arrangements after a Participant has registered or expressed intent to enter via Comp World
Any attempt to bypass Comp World’s fees constitutes a material breach of these Terms.
7. Discount Codes
7.1 Permitted Use
Discount codes may be used to reduce entry fees within the Comp World platform only.
7.2 Prohibited Use
Discount codes must not be used to:
Enable or facilitate payment outside the platform
Misrepresent the true cost of entry
Avoid or reduce Comp World service fees
Comp World reserves the right to disable, revoke, or limit discount codes at any time.
8. User Content
8.1 Responsibility
You are solely responsible for content you upload or submit (“User Content”) and confirm that you have all rights required to do so.
8.2 Licence
By submitting User Content, you grant Comp World a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with operating the Service.
8.3 Moderation
We may remove or restrict access to User Content at our discretion.
9. Intellectual Property
All content, features, and functionality of the Service are owned by Comp World or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws.
You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service without prior written consent.
10. Suspension and Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account, disable features (including discount codes), or remove competitions if you breach these Terms or misuse the Service.
Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Service is provided “as is” and “as available”. We make no warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Comp World is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from your use of the Service.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. You submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of New Zealand courts.
14. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. If changes are material, we will provide at least 30 days’ notice. Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Comp World